GE GeoSpring GEH50DNSRSA Manuel D'utilisation Et D'installation page 7

About the water temperature setting.
The temperature of the water in the water heater
can be regulated by adjusting the temperature
setting up or down using arrow keys on the control
panel.
Safety, energy conservation and hot water capacity
are factors to be considered when selecting the
water temperature setting of the water heater.
To comply with safety regulations, the water
temperature setpoint is factory set at 120°F. This
is the recommended starting point. However, the
GE Hybrid Water heater's energy savings claims
are based on a 135°F temperature setting because,
according to US Dept of Energy, the average
residential water heater in the US is set at 135°F.
Therefore, the water temperature setpoint can be
raised from the factory setting of 120°F to 135°F
without sacrificing the claimed energy savings. As
always, if a lower temperature setting than 135°F
is used, slightly greater savings in energy and
operating costs may be achieved.
Finally, if more hot water capacity is desired,
increasing the temperature from 120°F to 135°F
will enable the same tank of hot water to last about
25% longer because more cold water is mixed in at
the shower or faucet.
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute
To Adjust the Temperature
Press the UP or DOWN arrow on the control panel
key pad. You will be asked to press the ENTER
key to acknowledge that increasing temperature
increases scald risk. Then the temperature can
be increased or decreased by pressing the UP
or DOWN arrows. After the desired temperature
setting has been achieved, you can press ENTER
to accept or simply walk away. (After 3 seconds
of no key presses, the control will accept the new
temperature setting.)
DANGER:
Potential if the water temperature is set too high.
120°F is the recommended starting point for water
temperature setting, but it can be adjusted to any
temperature between 100°F and 140°F.
Temperature
120°F
125°F
130°F
135°F
140°F
145°F
150°F
155°F
There is a Hot Water SCALD
Adjust the water temperature setpoint as needed,
always being aware of scald risk.
Water temperatures above 125°F can cause severe
burns or death from scalding. Be sure to read and
follow the warnings outlined in this manual and on
the label on the water heater. This label is located
on the water heater near the upper element access
panel.
Mixing valves for reducing point-of-use water
temperature by mixing hot and cold water in
branch water lines are available. Contact a licensed
plumber or the local plumbing authority for further
information.
The chart below may be used as a guide in
determining the proper water temperature for your
home.
DANGER:
potential if the water temperature is set too high.
Households with small children, disabled, or elderly
persons may require a 120°F or lower thermostat
setting to prevent contact with HOT water.
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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There is a hot water scald
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