State PR6 40 NHDST2 - Manual (Page 23)

Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the
water temperature in certain situations may vary up to
30°F higher or lower 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 120°F, the actual water
temperature at any hot water tap could be as high as
150°F or as low as 90°F.
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 (normal adults,
children, toddlers, elderly, infirm, etc.) scalding may occur
at different temperatures.
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 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.
HOT–Is a thermostat setting of approximately
120°F, which will supply hot water at the
most economical temperatures. The temper-
ature adjustment knob can be turned lower
than “HOT” if desired.
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 160°F. It is recom-
mended that the dial be set lower whenever
possible.
NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°–140°F recom-
mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.
Turn the water temperature dial clockwise ( ) to
decrease the temperature, or counterclockwise ( )
to increase the temperature.
Temperature Regulation
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WARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem-
perature which will satisfy clothes washing, dish wash-
ing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and perma-
nently injure you upon contact. Some people are more
likely to be permanently injured by hot water than oth-
ers. These include the elderly, children, the infirm, or
physically/mentally handicapped. 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 precautions. In addition to using the low-
est 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.
WARNING
Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to
draw their own bath water. Never leave a child or hand-
icapped person unattended in a bathtub or shower.
WARNING
Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut
off, turn “OFF” the manual gas control valve to the
appliance.