Title: Set the temperature on the water heater.
Course: Building Management III (16103-III) > Section: Performing Plumbing Maintenance

Setting should include the following steps:

- Measure the water temperature at outlets and calculate the average temperature.
- Adjust the thermostat to the appropriate temperature.
- Activate the heater unit and wait until the unit goes off.
- Repeat the first step.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What safety precautions should be followed when setting the temperature on a water heater?
- What are the parts of a water heater?
- What is the function of the thermostat?
- What is the highest approved temperature setting, and who makes that determination?

Teacher Resource:

Administrative Code: Plumbing and Water Supply, Temperature