Rheem RTEX 8 Instructions D'installation Et Guide D'utilisation page 2

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
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.
DANGER!
WATER TEMPERATURE SAFETY SETTING
Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selecting the
water temperature setting of water heater's thermostat. Water temperatures
above the 125°F (52°C) 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 near the thermostat access panel.
The chart shown above may be used as a guide in
determining the proper water temperature for your home.
or elderly persons may require a 120°F (49°C) or lower
thermostat setting to prevent contact with "HOT" water.
The temperature of the water in the heater is regulated by
the electronic control on the front of the water heater. To
comply with safety regulations the thermostat was set at
120°F (49°C) before the water heater was shipped from
the factory.
DANGER Households with small children, disabled,
Please consult Section 10 to
learn more about setting
your heaters temperature.
Rotate right for higher
temperature (up to 140°F
(60°C) or rotate left for
cooler temperature (as low
as 80°F (27°C) will be
displayed on the screen
above the knob.