Temperature Regulation - Maytag HN41240X User Manual

Instructions for Operation (cont'd)
Temperature
Regulation
Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water Turn the water temperature dial clockwise (ff"-_) to
temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30°F higher or decrease the temperature, or counterclockwise (_'-"_) to
lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc. increase the temperature.
This means that when the temperature adjustment dial is set
at the mark approximating 120 ° F, the actual water tempera-
ture at any hot water tap could be as high as 150°F or as low
as 90°E
Any water heater's intended purpose is to heat water. Hot _f_- _o
water is needed for cleaning (bodies, dishes, clothing). Hot o
water will present a scald hazard. Depending on the time ele-
ment, and the people involved (normal adults, children, tod-
dlers, elderly, infirm, etc.) scalding may occur at different
temperatures.
_,WARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are A- Is a thermostat setting of approximately
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a
120°F, which will supply hot water at the
temperature which will satisfy clothes washing, dish most economical temperatures. The tempera-
washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and
ture adjustment knob can be turned lower
permanently injure you upon contact. Some people
are more likely to be permanently injured by hot
than 120°Fifdesired.
water than others. These include the elderly, children,
the infirm, or physically/mentally handicapped. If
anyone using hot water in your home fits into one of A- Is a thermostat setting of approximately
these c_roupsor if there is a local code or state law 130 °F.
reqmrmg a certain temperature water at the hot
water tap, then you must take special precautions. In B- Is a thermostat setting of approximately
addition to using the lowest possible temperature
setting that satisfies your hot water needs, a means 140°F.
such as a mixing valve, should be used at the hot
water taps used by these people or at the water
C- Is a thermostat setting of approximately
heater. Mixing valves are available at plumbing sup- 150OE
ply or hardware stores. Follow manufacturers instruc-
tions for installation of the valves. Before changing
the factory setting on the thermostat, read the
VERYHOT- Is a thermostat setting of 160°F. It is recom-
"Temperature Regulation" section in this manual,
mended that the dial be set lower whenever
possible.
NOTE: Water temperature range of 120"-140°F recom-
AWARNING
Never allow small children to use a hot water tap,
mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.
or to draw their own bath water. Never leave a
child or handicapped person unattended in a bath-
tub or shower.
The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its _WARNING
lowest position, to reduce the risk of scald injury. It is Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off,
adjustable and must be reset to the desired temperature set-
turn "OFF the manualgascontrolvalve to the appliance. I
ting. The mark (A) indicative of approximately 120°F is the
preferred starting point. Some states have a requirement for a
lower setting. If you need hotter water, follow directions for
temperature adjustment, but beware of the warnings in this
section.
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