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Old 07-05-2013, 01:39 PM   #1
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We recently purchased a 2014 Washington. The hot water is over 120o and scoldingly hot. Does anyone know where you can turn down the tempurature.
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Old 07-05-2013, 08:47 PM   #2
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You can't turn the temps down. I agree it's to hot.
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Old 07-05-2013, 11:18 PM   #3
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We had the same problem with our 2013 305SK. We had our dealer replace original non adjustable thermostat with an adjustable one. Its made by Atwood, same as the water heater. It has 5 heat settings, A thru E, and B or C is plenty hot. Model # GC10-4E. Works great.
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Old 07-06-2013, 12:00 AM   #4
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While the WH temperature is set pretty high, we found it not to be an issue because we'll use less hot water when needed because we temper it with more cold water.
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Hamops,
I agree, just temper it.
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Old 07-07-2013, 01:59 AM   #6
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The only issue with that is safety with young kids as they could burn themselves with the water.
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Old 07-07-2013, 02:10 AM   #7
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Yes....The reason for my initial posting was because of the "safety issue". Factory setting in excess of 120o is too high.
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Sorry guys, it's just the DW and I, I didn't give thought to children, so yes you are correct. If I had children travelling with us I would probably add a device to temper it down some.

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Old 07-07-2013, 12:55 PM   #9
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I may be mistaken but I thought the I read that you could change the temp by sliding the gas venturi regulating the temp. For the electric part I'm not sure. Have to get the manual out again.
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Old 01-30-2022, 09:08 PM   #10
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Smile New Atwood Thermostat

Just purchased a new Atwood Thermostat #91470. Suppose to be lower temp than original. Will let you know how it works once we get it installed.
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Industry standard is <130 F, to prevent burning. Anything less is suppose to be safe.
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Old 01-31-2022, 07:19 PM   #12
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Just purchased a new Atwood Thermostat #91470. Suppose to be lower temp than original. Will let you know how it works once we get it installed.
Well, temp is still pretty hot - 157°. Could be a defective thermostat cause my other one let the temp get to 165°. So ordered another one to see if it gets lower. If this doesn't work gonna try an adjustable one. I'm wondering if the water is so hot because my kitchen faucet is just above the water heater?
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