Rheem Performance XG55T06EN45U0 Instruction Manual download pdf (Page 4)

The chart shown above may be used as a guide in

determining the proper water temperature for your

home.

DANGER: Households with small children,

disabled, or elderly persons may require a 120°F

or lower gas control (thermostat) setting to prevent

contact with “HOT” water.

Maximum water temperatures occur just after the

burner has shut off. To find water temperature being

delivered, turn on a hot water faucet and place

a thermometer in the water stream and read the

thermometer.(See page 18 and 19 for more details.)

The temperature of the water in the heater can be

regulated by setting the temperature dial on the front

of the gas control (thermostat). To comply with

safety regulations the gas control (thermostat) was

set at its lowest setting before the water heater was

shipped from the factory.

The illustration at the left details the approximate

water temperature for each mark on the Gas Control

(Thermostat) Temperature Dial.

Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds

Water Temperature Time To Produce a Serious Burn

120°F More than 5 minutes

125°F 1

/2 to 2 minutes

130°F About 30 seconds

135°F About 10 seconds

140°F Less than 5 seconds

145°F Less than 3 seconds

150°F About 1

/2 seconds

155°F About 1 second

Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute

DANGER!

WATER TEMPERATURE SETTING

Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selecting the water

temperature setting of a water heater’s gas control. 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 below. This label is also located on the water heater.

NOTICE: Mixing valves are recommended for

reducing point of use water temperature by mixing

hot and cold water in branch water lines. It is

recommended that a mixing valve complying with the

Standard for Temperature Actuated Mixing Valves

for Hot Water Distribution Systems, ASSE 1017 be

installed. See pages 18 & 19 for more details and

contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing

authority for further information.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

DANGER: Hotter water increases the

potential for Hot Water SCALDS.

91°F

125°F

130°F

140°F

150°F

155°F

120°F

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