Electric Hot Water Heater Temperature Settings
ELECTRIC HOT WATER HEATER TEMPERATURE SETTINGS
Have you recently purchased a brand new electric hot water heater? Or are you looking to adjust the temperature on an existing unit?
Electric hot water heater temperature settings can be a little confusing — but don’t worry, we’re here to help. We are Australia’s largest online plumbing supply store and we stock a great range of accessories, including Rinnai controllers, to help you manage the temperature of your water.
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For more information about which electric hot water heater temperature settings are right for you, check out the rest of our article. We are your experienced plumbing supply experts.
What is the best temperature for my water heater?
Having your water temperature too high can result in scalding hot temperatures. This is particularly dangerous if you have young children living in your home — their skin is thinner and more sensitive to hot temperatures.
Having your water heater set too low can encourage the growth of some bacteria, so it is important that you find the sweet spot between too hot and too cold.
According to The Consumer Product Safety Commission, the recommended resting temperature for your system should be 49 degrees Celsius. This means you can adjust your temperature quickly in either direction without having to wait a long time.
If your water heater is only connected to appliances (like dishwashers and washing machines) you can afford to set a higher resting temperature. Below 50 degrees is the recommendation based on the safety of individuals who may come into contact with the hot water.
How to Adjust Electric Hot Water Heater Temperature Settings
If you want to know how to adjust the temperature on an electric hot water heater, the first thing you should do is check the instructions from the manufacturer that came with the product. Every water system is different so there is no one-size-fits-all guide.
Alternatively, you can invest in a new control system for your hot water heater. If you have the right accessories, changing the temperature on your heater is as easy as clicking a button. You can simply turn the temperature up or down by using the arrows on the control panel.
If you don't have a control panel, there are other ways you can change the temperature.
You can alter the resting temperature of your hot water system by finding the thermostat and adjusting it manually. This is different to adjusting the temperature on a control panel because you are setting a maximum temperature (that you can always dilute with your cold water tap).
Before you investigate your system manually, you need to make sure the power is switched off.
For more detailed instructions about how to manually adjust the temperature, please consult with a plumber, the manufacturer, or the instructions that came with your system.
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