GE AP12170-4 Use And Care Manual

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13If adjustment is necessary…Turn off the power to the waterheater.Remove the jacket access panel(s)and insulation exposing thethermostat(s).The thermostat protective cover(s)should not be removed.Using a small screwdriver, set thethermostat(s) dial pointer(s) tothe desired temperature.Replace the insulation and jacketaccess panel(s). Turn on the powerto the water heater.RESETRESETTURN OFFPOWERBEFORESERVICING90°F150°F125°FType 59T thermostat andprotective cover.Time/Temperature Relationship in ScaldsTemperature Time To Produce a Serious Burn120°F More than 5 minutes125°F 11/2 to 2 minutes130°F About 30 seconds135°F About 10 seconds140°F Less than 5 seconds145°F Less than 3 seconds150°F About 1 1/2 seconds155°F About 1 secondTable courtesy of Shriners Burn InstituteDANGER: There is a hotwater scald potentialif the thermostat is settoo high. Households withsmall children, disabled, orelderly persons mayrequire a 120°F or lowerthermostat setting toprevent contact withHOT water.Water Temperature SettingThe temperature of the water in thewater heater can be regulated by settingthe temperature dial of the adjustablesurface mounted thermostat(s) locatedbehind the jacket access panel(s).Dual element heaters have twothermostats.Safety and energy conservation arefactors to be considered when selectingthe water temperature setting of thewater heater’s thermostat(s). The lowerthe temperature setting, the greater thesavings in energy and operating costs.To comply with safety regulations thethermostat(s) are factory set at 120°For less where local codes require. This isthe recommended starting point.Water temperatures above 125°Fcan cause severe burns or death fromscalding. Be sure to read and follow thewarnings outlined in this manual and onthe label on the water heater. This labelis located on the water heater near thethermostat access panel.Mixing valves are available for reducingpoint of use water temperature by mixinghot and cold water in branch water lines.Contact a licensed plumber or the localplumbing authority for furtherinformation.The chart below may be used as a guidein determining the proper watertemperature for your home.Reset buttonThermostatprotectivecoverThermostatdial pointerSafety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service