GE GeoSpring GEH50DEED Serie Manual Del Propietario E Instalación página 7

About the water temperature setting.
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Temperature setpoint:
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°0. This is the
recommended starting temperature setting.
NOTE:According to USDept of Energy,the average
residential water heater in the USis set at 135°F(57°0.
GEGeoSpring
TM
Hybrid Water Heater'senergy savings
claims are based on a 135°F(57°0 temperature
setting. The water temperature setpoint can be raised
from the factory setting of Z20°Fto Z35°F(49°Cto
57°0 without sacrificing the claimed energy savings. If
a lower temperature setting than 135°F(57°0 is used,
greater savings in energy and operating costs may be
achieved.
See"To Adjust the Temperature" below to change the
water heater's temperature.
Hot water capacity:
If more hot water capacity is desired, increasing the
temperature from 120°Fto 135°F(49°Cto 57°G 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.
Risk of Scalding Reminder:
Water temperatures above 125°F152°C) c an 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.
See "Time/Temperature Relationshipin Scalds"
below as a guide in determining the proper water
temperature for your home.
Mixing-valves:
Mixing valves for reducing point-of-use water
temperature by mixing hot and cold water in branch
water linesare available. Contact a licensed plumber
or the local plumbing authority for further information.
A DANGER: Thereisahotwaterscald
potential if the water temperature is set too high.
Households with small children, disabled, or elderly
persons may require a 120°F(49°C) o r lower
thermostat setting to prevent contact with HOTwater.
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
Temperature.
120°F (49°0
125°F (52°0
130°F (54°0
13S°F (57°0
140°F (6O°0
145°F (63°0
150°F (66°0
155°F (68°0
Table courtesy of Shriners B urninstitute
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 i second
To Adjust the Temperature
Follow these steps:
1. Press the UPor DOWN arrow on the control
panel key pad to desired temperature.
2. Press ENTERto accept the new setting.
Note: To change between °F and °C, press and
hold MODE
A DANGER: ThereisaHotWaterscald
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 IO0°F and 140°F (38°C
and 60°CL
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DAYS
• HEATPUMP(ONLY)
• HYBRID
• HIGHDEMAND
• ELECTRIC
(FAN OFF)
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