Temperature Regulation - Kenmore ECONOMIZER 153.332318 Owner's Manual

Operating Instructions (cont'd)
Temperature Regulation
Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water tem-
{_oerature in certain situations may vary up to 30°F higher or
wer at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc.
This means that when the temperature adjustment dial is set at
the mark approximating 1200F, the actual water temperature at
any hot water tap could be as high as 150°F or as low as 90*E
Turn the water temperature dial clockwise (_--'_) to decrease
the temperature, or counterclockwise (_"_) to increase the
temperature.
Any water heater's intended purpose is to heat water. Hot water
is needed for cleaning (bodies, dishes, clothing). Hot water will
present a scald hazard. Depending on the time element, and the
people involved (normaladults, children, toddlers, elderly,
infirm, etc.) scalding may occur at different temperatures.
A, WARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heatersare intendedto
producehot water. Water heated to a temperature which will
satisfydotheswashing,dishwashing,and other sanitizingneeds
can scaldand permanentlyinjureyou upon contact.Some pen-
pie are more likelyto be permanently injuredbyhot water than
other_ These includethe elderly,children,the infirm, or physica_
ly/mantelly handicapped. If anyoneusinghot water in your home
fitsinto oneof thesegroupsor if there isa localcodeor state law
requiringa certaintemperatom water at the hot water _ then
_u musttake specialprecautionLIn additionto usingthe lowest
_esible temperature settingthat satisfies your hot water needs,
Lmeanssuchas a mixing valve,shouldbe usedat the hot water
taps usedby these people or at the water heater.Mixingvalves
are available at plumbingsupply or hardwarestore_ Followman-
ufacturers instructions for installation of the valves. Before
changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the
"Temperature Regulation"sectionin this manual.
AWARNING
Never allow smallchildren to usea hot water _ or to draw
their own bath water. Never leavea childor handicappedper-
sonunattended in a bathtub or shower.
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The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its
lowest position, to reduce the risk of scald injury. It is adjustable
and must be reset to the desired temperature setting. The mark
(•) HOT indicative of approximately 120°F is the preferred
starting point. Some states have a requirement for a lower set-
ting. lfyou need hotter water, follow directions for temperature
adjustment, but beware of the warnings in this section.
PILOT LIGHTING-Set here before attempting to light pilot.
• HOT- Is a thermostat setting of approximately
120°F, which will supply hot water at the
most economical temperatures. The
temperature adjustment knob can be
turned lower than "HOT" if desired.
A-Is a thermostat setting of approximately
130°E
B-Is a thermostat setting of approximately
140°E
C-Is a thermostat setting of approximately
150°E
VERYHOT- Is a thermostat setting of 160°F. It is
recommended that the dial be set lower
whenever possible.
NOTE: Water temperature range of 1200--1400F recom-
mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.
AWARNING
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Shouldoverheating occuror the gassupply fail to shut off,]
I tom "OFF" the manualgascontrolvalveto theappliance. ]
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