Water Temperature Adjustment - GE GE10P08BA Serie Manual Del Propietário

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
!
Water temperature over 125°F can
cause severe burns instantly or
death from scalds.
Temperature control settings
usually approximate tap water
temperature. However, factors
could cause water temperature
to reach 160°F regardless of the
control settings.
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.
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WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT

Safety, energy conservation, and hot water capacity are factors
to be considered when selecting the water temperature setting
of the water heater. 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 to the left. This label is also
located on the water heater near the top of the tank.
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
Temperature
120°F (49°C)
125°F (52°C)
130°F (54°C)
135°F (57°C)
140°F (60°C)
145°F (63°C)
150°F (66°C)
155°F (68°C)
Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute
The chart shown above may be used as a guide in determining
the proper water temperature for your home.
DANGER
There is a Hot Water SCALD Potential if the
water temperature thermostat is set too high. Households
with small children, disabled or elderly persons may require
a 120°F (49°C) or lower thermostat setting to prevent contact
with "HOT" water.
Thermostat has been set at the factory to 125°F (52°C) to reduce
the risk of scald injury. This is the recommended starting temperature
setting, but it can be adjusted to any temperature between 90°F and
150°F (32°C and 66°C).
Water Temperature Setting
The temperature of the water in the water heater can be regulated
by setting the temperature dial of the adjustable surface mounted
thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s).
The illustration shows the temperature
adjustment dial used for setting the
water temperature.
Refer to the Operating Instructions in
this manual for detailed instructions how
to adjust the thermostat(s).
DANGER
Hotter water
increases the potential for hot water
SCALDS.
Time to Produce a Serious Burn
More than 5 minutes
1-1/2 to 2 minutes
About 30 seconds
About 10 seconds
Less than 5 seconds
Less than 3 seconds
About 1-1/2 seconds
About 1 second
Reset
button
Thermostat
dial pointer
Thermostat
protective
cover
150°F 90°F
125°F
TURN OFF
POWER
BEFORE
SERVICING
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