Series Six GAS WATER HEATER USER’S GUIDE FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING NOT FOR USE IN MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOMES C3 Technology® Gas Water Heaters meet the new ANSI Z21.10.1 standard that deals with the accidental or unintended ignition of flammable vapors, such as those emitted by gasoline.
SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE Your safety and the safety of others is extremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water heater. Many safety-related messages and instructions have been provided in this manual and on your own water heater to warn you and others of a potential injury hazard. Read and obey all safety messages and instructions throughout this manual.
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Thank You for purchasing a Maytag water heater. Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free service. It is strongly suggested that this new water heater be professionally installed, contact Maytag Customer Service (1-800-788-8899) for recommended installers. local codes, installations shall comply with the following: In the United States: The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
ACCESSORIES AND TOOLS NEEDED Accessories To simplify the installation Maytag has available the installation parts shown below. You may or may not need all of these accessories depending on your type of installation. Call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized installer. DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE IN 22” (559 mm) DIAMETER (PART NO. 66001011) FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 20” (508 mm) OR LESS, 24” (610mm) DIAMETER (PART NO.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION Removing the Old Water Heater 4. Attach a hose to the water heater drain valve and put the other end in a floor drain or outdoors. Open the water heater drain valve. Open a nearby hot water faucet which will relieve pressure in the water heater and speed draining. The water passing out of the drain valve may be extremely hot. To avoid being scalded, make sure all connections are tight and that the water flow is directed away from any person, see Figures 1 and 4. FIGURE 4. 5.
TYPICAL INSTALLATION GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS A B C D E F G H I Vent Pipe Draft Hood Anode Hot Water Outlet Outlet Water Connections Gas Supply Manual Gas Shut-off Valve Ground Joint Union J K L M N O P Q R Drip Leg (Sediment Trap) Inner Door Outer door Union Inlet Water Shut-off Valve Cold Water Inlet Inlet Dip Tube Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Rating Plate * INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES.
TYPICAL INSTALLATION MIXING VALVE USAGE FIGURE 8. This appliance has been design certified as complying with American National Standard/CSA Standard for water heaters and is considered suitable for: HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy space heating, clothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you upon contact.
LOCATING THE NEW WATER HEATER Facts to Consider About the Location • Devices that will turn off the gas supply to a gas water heater while at the same time shutting off its water supply. Carefully choose an indoor location for the new water heater, because the placement is a very important consideration for the safety of the occupants in the building and for the most economical use of the appliance. This water heater is not for use in manufactured (mobile) homes or outdoor installation.
If this water heater will be used in beauty shops, barber shops, cleaning establishments, or self-service laundries with dry cleaning equipment, it is imperative that the water heater or water heaters be installed so that combustion and ventilation air be taken from outside these areas. Propellants of aerosol sprays and volatile compounds, (cleaners, chlorine based chemicals, refrigerants, etc.
Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances Located in Unconfined Spaces top and one commencing within 12 inches (30 cm) from the bottom of the enclosure. The openings shall communicate directly, or by ducts, with the outdoors or spaces (crawl or attic) that freely communicate with the outdoors. UNCONFINED SPACE is space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 m3 per kW) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space.
satisfies your hot water needs, a means such as a *mixing valve, shall be used at the hot water taps used by these people or at the water heater. Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores, see Figure 8 on page 9 and Figure 15 below. Valves for reducing point of use temperature by mixing cold and hot water are also available. Consult Maytag Customer Service (1-800-788-8899). Follow manufacturer’s instructions for installation of the valves.
NOTE: This water heater is super insulated to minimize heat loss from the tank. Further reduction in heat loss can be accomplished by insulating the hot water lines from the water heater. T & P Valve and Pipe Insulation Remove insulation for T & P valve and pipe connections from carton. NOTE: To protect against untimely corrosion of hot and cold water fittings, it is strongly recommended that di-electric unions or couplings be installed on this water heater when connected to copper pipe.
The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not to exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure of the water heater (150 psi = 1,035 kPa) and a discharge capacity not less than the water heater input rate as shown on the model rating plate. The Discharge Pipe: • Shall not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the valve, or have any reducing couplings or other restrictions. • Shall not be plugged or blocked.
• Open the cold water supply valve to the water heater. NOTE: The cold water supply valve must be left open when the water heater is in use. proper venting for your water heater from the vent tables in the current edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/ NFPA 54. • To insure complete filling of the tank, allow air to exit by opening the nearest hot water faucet. Allow water to run until a constant flow is obtained. This will let air out of the water heater and the piping.
There must be a minimum of 6 inches (153 mm) clearance between single wall vent pipe and any combustible material. Fill and seal any clearance between single wall vent pipe and combustible material with mortar mix, cement, or other noncombustible substance. For other than single wall, follow vent pipe manufacturer’s clearance specifications. To insure a tight fit of the vent pipe in a brick chimney, seal around the vent pipe with mortar mix cement. plate is for the purpose of input adjustment.
Contaminants in the gas lines may cause improper operation of the gas control valve that may result in fire or explosion. Before attaching the gas line be sure that all gas pipe is clean on the inside. To trap any dirt or foreign material in the gas supply line, a drip leg (sometimes called a sediment trap) must be incorporated in the piping. The drip leg must be readily accessible. Install in accordance with the Gas Piping section. Refer to the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. BEFORE OPERATING: ENTIRE SYSTEM MUST BE FILLED WITH WATER AND AIR PURGED FROM ALL LINES. A. This appliance has a pilot which is lit by a piezo electric spark gas ignition system. Do not open the inner door of the appliance and try to light the pilot by hand.
Valves for reducing the point-of-use temperature by mixing cold and hot water are available. See Figure 8. Also available are inexpensive devices that attach to faucets to limit hot water temperatures. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority. Temperature Regulation NOTE: A water temperature range of 120°F-140°F (49°C-60°C) is recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers. The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its lowest position (PILOT LIGHTING).
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE Tank (Sediment) Cleaning Burner Inspection Sediment build-up on the tank bottom may create varying amount of noise, if left in the tank will cause permanent tank failure. In some water areas, sediment can be removed by draining off approximately one gallon of water each month. Flood damage to a water heater may not be readily visible or immediately detectable.
qualified technician. At a minimum, the anode(s) should be checked annually after the warranty period. The burner needs to be removed for cleaning. Call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer to remove and clean the burner and correct the problem that required the burner to be cleaned. Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation Housekeeping The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year.
• Turn the gas control knob to the “OFF” position. • Remove the washer and put the new one in place. • CLOSE the cold water inlet valve to the water heater. • Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain valve and retighten using a wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. • OPEN a nearby hot water faucet and leave open to allow for draining. • Follow instructions in the Filling The Water Heater section. • Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate to an adequate drain. • Check for leaks.
Excessive condensation may be noticed during the winter and early spring months when incoming water temperatures are at their lowest. Operational Conditions Smelly Odor Good venting is essential for a gas fired water heater to operate properly as well as to carry away products of combustion and water vapor. In each water heater there is installed at least one anode rod (see parts section) for corrosion protection of the tank. Certain water conditions will cause a reaction between this rod and the water.
H. Combustion products contain water vapor which can condense on the cooler surfaces of the tank. Droplets form and drip onto the burner or run on the floor. This is common at the time of start-up after installation and when incoming water is cold. High Temperature Shut Off System This water heater is equipped with an automatic gas Shut-off system. This system works when high water temperatures are present. Turn “OFF” the entire gas supply to the water heater.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE These guidelines should be used by a qualified Maytag Customer Service Center Agent. Call the Maytag Customer Service Center at 1-800-788-8899 for assistance. Inform the associate that this is a “Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant” Product. Problem WATER LEAKS LEAKING T&P VALVE Cause Solution Improperly sealed, hot or cold supply connection, relief valve, drain valve, or thermostat threads. Leakage from other appliances or water lines. Condensation of flue products.
REPAIR PARTS LIST MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NO’S HR630YORT HR630HORT HR640YBRS HR640HBRS HR640YBRT HR640HBRT 30 30 40 40 40 40 Gallon Natural Gas Gallon Propane Gas (L.P.) Gallon Natural Gas Gallon Propane Gas (L.P.) Gallon Natural Gas Gallon Propane Gas (L.P.) BURNER ASSEMBLY PILOT ASSEMBLY Model Numbers Key No.
REPAIR PARTS LIST MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NO’S HR640YORT HR640HORT HR640YOCT HR640HOCT HR650YOCT HR650HOCT 40 40 40 40 50 50 Gallon Natural Gas Gallon Propane Gas (L.P.) Gallon Natural Gas Gallon Propane Gas (L.P.) Gallon Natural Gas Gallon Propane (L.P.) BURNER ASSEMBLY PILOT ASSEMBLY Model Numbers Key No.
REPAIR PARTS LIST MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NO’S HR650YBRS HR650HBRS HR650 YBRT HR650HBRT 50 50 50 50 Gallon Natural Gas Gallon Propane (L.P.) Gallon Natural Gas Gallon Propane Gas (L.P.) BURNER ASSEMBLY PILOT ASSEMBLY Model Numbers Key No.
REPAIR PARTS LIST MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NO’S HR650YRRT HR650HRRT HR650YRRT5 HR650HRRT5 50 50 50 50 Gallon Natural Gas Gallon Propane (L.P.) Gallon Natural Gas Gallon Propane Gas (L.P.) BURNER ASSEMBLY PILOT ASSEMBLY Model Numbers Key No.
REPAIR PARTS LIST MAYTAG/STATE PART NUMBER CONVERSION KEY MAYTAG STATE MAYTAG STATE MAYTAG STATE 66001016 66001021 66001079 66001157 66001183 66001187 66001246 66001249 66001269 66001303 66001306 66001307 66001491 66001492 66001493 66001494 66001495 66001496 66001497 66001498 66001499 66001500 66001501 66001502 66001503 66001504 66001505 66001506 66001507 66001509 66001509 66001510 66001511 66001513 66001513 66001515 66001516 66001517 66001517 66001519 66001521 66001522 66001535 66001537 66001538 6600
WARRANTY FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY For one year from the date of original retail purchase, any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or replaced free of charge. If a leak occurs in the tank, a new water heater of the closest capacity and quality then available, will be replaced free of charge. The warranty of the replacement is the balance of the original water heater’s warranty.
