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 (49°C).
This is the recommended starting point. However,
the GE Hybrid Water heater's energy savings claims
are based on a 135°F (57°C) temperature setting
because, according to US Dept of Energy, the
average residential water heater in the US is set
at 135°F (57°C). Therefore, the water temperature
setpoint can be raised from the factory setting of
120°F to 135°F (49°C to 57°C) without sacrificing
the claimed energy savings. As always, if a lower
temperature setting than 135°F (57°C) 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
(49°C to 57°C) 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 (49°C) is the recommended starting point for
water temperature setting, but it can be adjusted
to any temperature between 100°F and 140°F
(38°C and 60°C).
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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)
There is a Hot Water SCALD
Adjust the water temperature setpoint as needed,
always being aware of scald risk.
Water temperatures above 125°F (52°C) 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 (49°C) 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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