Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
Water Temperature Time To Produce a Serious Burn
120°F
More than 5 minutes
125°F
1
1
/
2
to 2 minutes
130°F
About 30 seconds
135°F
About 10 seconds
140°F
Less than 5 seconds
145°F
Less than 3 seconds
150°F
About 1
1
/
2
seconds
155°F
About 1 second
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.
NOTICE: Households with small children, disabled,
or elderly persons may require a 120°F. or lower gas
control (thermostat) setting to prevent contact with
“HOT” water.
Maximum water temperatures occur just after
burner has shut off. To find hot water temperature
being delivered, turn on a hot water faucet and place
a thermometer in the hot water stream and read
the thermometer.
The temperature of the water in the heater can be
regulated by setting the temperature dial on the
front of the gas control (thermostat). To comply
with safety regulations
the gas control
(thermostat) was set at
its lowest setting before
water heater was shipped
from the factory.
The illustration at the left
details the approximate
water temperature
for each mark on the gas
control (Thermostat)
Temperature Dial.
DANGER:
Hotter water increases the Potential
for Hot Water SCALDS.
!
D A N G E R
!
HOT
Water temperature over 125
°
F can
cause severe burns instantly or
death from scalds.
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.
BURN
DANGER!
WATER TEMPERATURE SETTING
Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selecting the water
temperature setting of water heater’s thermostat. 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 below. This label is also located on the water heater.
Notice: Mixing valves are available for reducing point of
use water temperature by mixing hot and cold water in
branch water lines . Contact a licensed plumber or the
local plumbing authority for further information.
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130°F.
Temperatures are
approximate
120°F.
140°F.
150°F.
160°F.
110°F.
100°F.
90°F.
80°F.
70°F.
60°F.
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
