Maytag HRX40DERS - Manual (Page 15)

UPPER THERMOSTAT ADJUSTABLE
BEHIND UPPER ACCESS PANEL
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Service and Maintenance
The thermostats of this water heater have been factory set at a
position which approximates 120°F (HOT) to reduce the risk
of scald injury.
The upper and lower thermostats are factory set at a position
which approximates 120°F ( HOT) and are adjustable if a dif-
ferent water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this
manual and on the water heater before proceeding.
HOT–Is a thermostat setting of approximately 120°F,
which will supply hot water at the most eco-
nomical temperatures.
A–Is a thermostat setting of approximately 130°F.
B–Is a thermostat setting of approximately 140°F.
C–Is a thermostat setting of approximately 150°F.
VERY HOT–Is a thermostat setting of approximately 160°F.
It is recommended that the dial be set lower
whenever possible.
NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°–140°F recom-
mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.
Thermostats
Temperature Settings
Temperature Regulation
WARNING
Never allow small children to use a hot water tap,
or to draw their own bath water. Never leave a
child or handicapped person unattended in a bath-
tub or shower.
WARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a
temperature which will satisfy clothes washing,
dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald
and permanently injure you upon contact. Some
people are more likely to be permanently injured by
hot water than others. These include the elderly,
children, the infirm, or physically/mentally handi-
capped. If anyone using hot water in your home fits
into one of these groups or if there is a local code or
state law requiring a certain temperature water at
the hot water tap, then you must take special pre-
cautions. In addition to using the lowest possible
temperature setting that satisfies your hot water
needs, a means such as a mixing valve, should be
used at the hot water taps used by these people or
at the water heater. Mixing valves are available at
plumbing supply or hardware stores. Follow manu-
facturers instructions for installation of the valves.
Before changing the factory setting on the thermo-
stat, read the “Temperature Regulation” section in
this manual.
LOWER THERMOSTAT ADJUSTABLE
BEHIND LOWER ACCESS PANEL
LOWER THERMOSTAT
WITH HIGH LIMIT
LOWER THERMOSTAT
WITHOUT HIGH LIMIT
160°F About 1/2 seconds
150°F About 1-1/2 seconds
140°F Less than 5 seconds
130°F About 30 seconds
120°F More than 5 minutes
Time to Produce
2nd & 3rd Degree
Temperature Setting Burns on Adult Skin