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Hot water
The heating system can supply water at a temperature above 85°C.
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How long can the skin be exposed to hot water?
Temperature °C Time before skin injuries occur
70 Extreme danger! < 1 second
66 Very dangerous! 1-5 seconds
60 Danger! < 10 seconds
54 < 30 seconds
52 Warning! 2 minutes
49 5–10 minutes
38 Safe Safe bathing temperature
Source: Moritz, A.R./Herriques, F.C.: Studies of thermal injuries: the relative importance of time and surface
temperature in causation of Cutaneous burns A. J. Pathol 1947; 23: 695–720.
• Before using the hot water tap or shower, let the water run until the temperature is safe and
stabilised.
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• Never allow a child or a disabled person to bathe unattended.
water conditions and length of pipe to the heating system.
• Damage to the heating system may void your warranty.
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prevent the boiler from freezing. The warranty does not cover damage caused by freezing.