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The chart shown above may be used as a guide in
determining the proper water temperature for your
home.
!
DANGER: Households with small children,
disabled, or elderly persons may require a 120°F
or lower gas control (thermostat) setting to
prevent contact with “HOT” water.
Maximum water temperatures occur just after the
burner has shut off. To find water temperature being
delivered, turn on a hot water faucet and place a
thermometer in the water stream and read the
thermometer. (See page 24 and 25 for more details.)
D A N G E R
!
HOT
Water temperature over 125°
can
cause severe burns
instantly or
death from scalds.
Children, disabled and elderly are
at highest risk of being scalded.
See instruction manual before
setting temperature at water
heater.
Feel water before bathing or
showering.
Temperature limiting valves are
available, see manual.
BURN
F (52°C)
4
!
DANGER!
WATER TEMPERATURE SETTING
Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selecting the water
temperature setting of a water heater’s thermostat. Water temperatures above 125°F
can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Be sure to read and follow the warnings
outlined on the label pictured below. This label is also located on the water heater.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
Water Temperature Time To Produce a Serious Burn
120°F More than 5 minutes
125°F 1
1
/2 to 2 minutes
130°F About 30 seconds
135°F About 10 seconds
140°F Less than 5 seconds
145°F Less than 3 seconds
150°F About 1
1
/2 seconds
155°F About 1 second
Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute
Notice: Mixing valves are available for reducing
point of use water temperature by mixing hot and
cold water in branch water lines. Contact a licensed
plumber or the local plumbing authority for further
information.
Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions
Valve Set
Point
Estimated
Temperature
Burns on Adult Skin
LOW
90°F ------------------------
●
98°F ------------------------
●
105°F ------------------------
●
113°F ------------------------
HOT
120°F More than 5 minutes
A
130°F About 30 seconds
B
140°F Less than 5 seconds
C
150° About 1-1/2 seconds
VERY HOT
160°F About 1/2 second
!
DANGER: Hotter
water increases the
potential for Hot
Water SCALDS.
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