Water Temperature Adjustment - GE 30S BLM Serie Manuel D'utilisation

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.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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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.
Control has been set at the factory to 120°F (49°C) to reduce the
risk of scald injury. This is the recommended starting temperature
setting, but it can be adjusted to any temperature between 100°F
and 140°F (38°C and 60°C).
To Adjust the Temperature
Follow these steps:
1. Press the + or - buttons on the control panel key pad to desired
temperature.
2. Press ENTER to accept the new setting.
NOTE: To change between °F and °C, press and hold MODE.
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
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