VIAYIAG ® Series Twelve GAS WATER HEATER For Your Safety USER'S GUIDE @ AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER • Do not try to light any appliance. • Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building. • Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gassupplier'sinstructions. • If you can not reachyour gassupplier,call the fire department.
Safety Instructions AWARNING AWARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause death, serious bodily injury, or property damage. Refer to this manual for assistance consult your local gas utility or call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer for further information.
Safety Instructions AWARNING AWARNING A gas water heater cannot operate properly without the correct amount of air for combustion. Do not install in a confined area such a closet, unless you provide air as shown in the "Locating The New Water Heater" section. Never obstruct the flow of ventilation air. If you have any doubts or questions at all, call your gas company.
Safety Instructions _,WARNING The water heater with draft hood installed must be properly vented to a chimney which terminates outdoors. Never operate the water heater unless it is vented to the outdoors and has adequate air supply to avoid risks of improper operation, explosion or asphyxiation. AWARNING Minimum clearances between the water heater and combustible and noncombustible construction are 1'p at the sides and rear, 4" at the front, and 6" from the vent pipe.
Table of Contents Safety Instructions ........................................................................................ 2-4 Table of Contents .................................................................................................... .5 Customer Information ..................................................................................... .6 Product Specifications ........................................................................................... .
Customer Information 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. and be aware of. All warnings and all instructions are essential to the proper operation of the water heater and your safety.
Accessoriesand Tools Needed Accessories To simplify the installation Maytag has available the instaLlation parts shown below. You may or may nor need all of these accessories depending on your type of installation.
Instructions for Installation Removing the Old Water Heater Turn "OFF" the gas supply to the water heater. @ Disconnect thewater vent pipe from hood where connect to the heater. In the mostdraft installations the they vent A,WARNING pipe can be lifted off after any screw or other attached devices are removed. Dispose of the draft hood. The new water heater has the draft hood which must be used for proper operation.
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Typical Installation CHECK ALL CONNECTIONS FOR LEAKS. CONSULTTHE LOCAL UTILITY COMPANY TO EXAMINE INSTALLATION FOR PROPRIETYAND SAFETY. VACUUMRELIEF REQUIRED BYSOMECODES HOTWATEROUTLET ___ (REFER TOLOCALCODES) _ [J-_j _l_ COLDWATERINLET ooc WATER TEMPERED OUTLET_ *MIXINGVALVE _ iL_ _ i= TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE SUPPLY DISCHARGE PIPE (Do notcapor plug) DRAIN PAN" -- S TO SUI,A.,E DRA..
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Locating the New Water Heater AWARNING Yon should carefully choose an indoor location for the new This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting. Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood panel beneath the appliance extending beyond the full width and depth of the appliance by at least 3 inches (76.2mm) in any direction, or if the appliance is installed in an alcove or closet, the entire floor must be covered by the panel.
Instructions for Installation Locating the New Water Heater (cont'd) (cont'd) Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances Located in Unconfined Spaces &WARNING Unconfined Space is a space whose volume is not less than 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 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per h
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) b. ALl. AIR FROM OUTDOORS: (see Figures 3-5) The confined space shall be provided with two permanent openings, one commencing within 12 inches of the top and one commencing within 12 inches from the bottom of the enclosure. The openings shall communicate directly, or by ducts, with the outdoors or spaces (crawl or attic) that 3.
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Water Piping AWARNIN G 2. Look at the top cover of the water heater. The cold water inlet is marked cold. Connect the cold water pipe to the cold water inlet of the water heater. HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy clothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald Ind permanently injure you upon contact.
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve AWARNING &WARNING At the time of manufacture this water heater was provided with a combination temperature-pressuresrelief valve certified by a nationally recognizedtesting laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials, as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devicesfor Hot Water Supply Systems, and the latest edition of ANSI Z21.
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Filling the Water Heater &CAUTION For proper venting in certain installations, a larger diameter Never use this water heater unless it is completely filled with water. To prevent damage to the tank, the tank must be filled with water. Water must flow from hot heater. water faucet before turning "ON" gas to the the water vent pipe may be necessary.
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Gas Piping &WARNING All vent gases must be completely vented to the outdoors of the structure (dwelling). Install only the draft hood provided with the new water heater and no other draft hood. Vent pipes must be secured at each joint with sheet metal screws, TO PERLINEARFOOT , [ Make sure the gas supplied is the same type listed on the model rating plate. The inlet gas pressure must not exceed 10.5 inches water column (2.
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Gas Piping (cont'd) GAS PIPING WITH FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR •,WARNING The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the gas system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 pound per square inch (3.SkPa).
Instructions for Installation Installation Checklist BEFORE LIGHTING THE PILOT: Check CHECK FOR LEAKS the gas lines for leaks. Be sure to check all your gas pipes for leaks before lighting a. Use a soapy water solution. DO NOT using a match or open flame, b, Brush the soapy water solution test for gas leaks your water heater. Use a soapy water solution, not a match or open flame. Check the factory gas fittings after pilot is lit and on all gas pipes, joints gas control and fittings, fittings c.
Instructions for Operation Lighting BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P.) GAS WATER HEATERS]: Propane (L.P.) gas is heavier than air. Should there be a leak in the system, the gas will settle near the ground. Basements, crawl spaces, skirted areas under manufactured (mobile) homes (even when ventilated), closets and areas below ground level will serve as pockets for the accumulation of this gas.
Instructions for Operation Lighting label on the water heater FOR YOUR SAFETY as it appears (cont'd) above the thermostat READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may resu t causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A.Thisappliance hasa pilotwhichmustbe lightedby hand.Whenlighting thepilot,followtheseinstructions exactly. B.BEFORE LIGHTING smellallaroundtheappliance area for gas.
Instructions for Operation (cont'd) Temperature Regulation Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30°F higher or Turn the water temperature dial clockwise (ff"-_) to decrease the temperature, or counterclockwise (_'-"_) to lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc. increase the temperature.
Service and Maintenance Venting System Inspection Burner Inspection _WARNING At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the [ venting system.You should look for: • Obstructions which could cause improper venting. The combustion and ventilation air flow must not be obstructed. _|Flood damage to a_may not be readily | visible or immediately detectible.
Service and Maintenance L.P.Gas Control Valve & Burner Assembly Replacement Information (cont'd) Burner Cleaning In the event your burner needs cleaning, usethe following AWARNING instructions: PROPANE (L.P.) GAS CONTROL VALVE AN BURNER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT INFORMATION. If inspection of the burner shows that cleaning is required, For Propane (L.R) Gas Models Only: Your water heater is equipped with a Propane (L.
Service and Maintenance Temperature-Pressure Valve Operation The temperature-pressure ated at least once a year. Relief (cont'd) Drain Valve Washer Replacement rebef valve must be manually oper- NOTE: For replacement, use a l_2ttx 1_64t' x 1/_"thick washer available at your nearest hardware store. For ordering replacement washers, refer to the "Repair Parts List" section. t TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE 2. Follow"Draining" instructions. 3. Turning counter clockwise, remove the hex cap below the screw handle.
Troubleshooting Start Up Conditions CONDENSATION THERMAL EXPANSION Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water, a certain amount of condensation will form while the burner is on. A water heater may appear to be leaking when in Fact the water is condensation. This usually happens when: " When a new water heater is filled with cold water for the first time.
Troubleshooting (cont'd) Operational Conditions SMELLY WATER HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT OFF SYSTEM In each glasslined 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 water heater is equipped with an automatic gas shut off system. The high temperature shut offls built into the gas control valve. This system shuts off the gas supply to the this rod and the water.
Troubleshooting (cont'd) Operational WATER IS TOO Conditions (cont'd) HOT 1. The temperature adjustment dial may be set too high. See the "Temperature Adjustment" section. NOTE: A period of time is necessary after an adjustment has been made for the water temperature to reach the new temperature setting. 2. If lower temperature settings will not lower the water temperature, call Maytag Customer Service (1-800-788-8899) for an authorized servicer.
Troubleshooting (cont'd) Leakage Checkpoints _i CAUTION Use this guide to check a "Leaking" water heater. Many sus- ] pected"Leakers" are not leaking tanks. Often the source of the water can be found and corrected, Read this manual first.
Repair Parts List MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MAYTAG / STATE PART NUMBER CONVERSION KEY MAYTAG STATE 66001003 9002400 66001004 9002123 66001010 9002403 66001011 9001609 66001012 9001608 66001013 ETC2X 66001014 ETC5× 66001015 9002401 66001017 9002321 66001020 9000734 66001021 9001584 66001022 9002419 66001023 9000284 66001024 9002001 66001025 0230120 66001026 9002412 66001027 9002411 66001028 9002410 66001029 9000281 66001030 9002444 66001031 9000944 66001032 9000273 66001033 9002420 66001034 9002445 66001035
Repair Parts List (cont'd) MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: HN41240X 40 Gallon Natural Gas HN51240X 40 Gallon Natural Gas HP41240X 40 Gallon Propane (L.R) Gas HP51240X 40 Gallon Propane (L.
Repair Parts List (cont'd) MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: HN41240X HN51240X HP41240X HP51240X HN41250X HN51250X 40 40 40 40 50 50 Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Natural Gas Natural Gas Propane (L.R) Gas Propane (L.
Repair Parts List (cont'd) MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: HP41250X HP51250X HN41250Q HN51250Q HP41250Q HP51250Q 50 Gallon 50 Gallon 50 Gallon 50 Gallon 50 Gallon 50 Gallon Propane (L.R) Gas Propane (L.P.) Gas Natural Gas Natural Gas Propane (L.R) Gas Propane (L.R) Gas 18 i_ .L II 119 ,' l 5 / _.
Repair Parts List (cont'd) MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: HP41250X HP51250X HN41250Q HN51250Q HP41250Q HP51250Q 50 50 50 50 50 50 Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Propane (L.P.) Gas Propane (L.R) Gas Natural Gas Natural Gas Propane (L.R) Gas Propane (L.P.) Gas MODEL NUMBERS KEY NO.
Repair Parts List (cont'd) MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: HN41275Q HN51275Q HP41275Q HP51275Q 75 75 75 75 Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Natural Gas Natural Gas Propane (LP.) Gas Propane (L.R) Gas 16 _//i T 17 I.-...... I ...........
Repair Parts List (cont'd) MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: HN41275Q HN51275Q HP41275Q HP51275Q 75 75 75 75 Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Natural Gas Natural Gas Propane (L.R) Gas Propane (L.R) Gas MODEL NUMBERS KEY NO.
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.
