NIAYI'AG sties Ten GAS WATER HEATER USER'S GUIDE For Your Safety AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER ModelNumbers HX40NARS HX40PARS WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not fol- I lowed exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property damage, persona injury or death.
Safety Instructions AWARNING _,WARNING 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 Service Specialist at 1-800-365-0024 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. Failure to provide the This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting.
Safety Instructions AWARNING The water heater with draft hood installed must be c_rOperlyvented to a chimney which terminates outoors. 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 construe!on are 1" at the sides and rear, 4 at the front, and 6' from the vent pipe. Clearance from the top of the jacket is 18" on most models.
Table of Contents Safety Instructions ........................................................................................... 2-4 Table of Contents ............................................................................................. 5 Customer Information .................................................................................... .6 Product Specifications ..................................................................................... 6,7 Accessories and Tools Needed ...........
Customer Information Thank You for purchasing a Maytag water heater, the first few pages, READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER. " The installation must conform with the instructions in this manual; gas company rides; and Local Codes, or in the absence of Local Codes, with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas code, ANSI Z223.
Product Specifications *Model Tank Capacity In Gallons HX40NQRT2 HX40PQRT2 HXSONART HXSOPART HXg0NQRT HXSOPQRT 40 40 50 50 50 50 Gas B.T.U.
Accessoriesand 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 dependinF on your type of installation. Call a Maytag Service Speoalist at 1-800-365-0024 for an authorized installer.
Instructions for Installation Removing the Old Water Heater Turn "OFF" the gas supply to the water heater. (_ Disconnect the vent pipe from the draft hood where they connect to the water heater. In most installations the vent A WARNING pipe canare be removed. lifted offafter anyofscrew or other attached devices Dispose the draft hood. The new |If the main _lasline shutoffservingall gas appliancesis used, |also shut "off" the _as at eachappliance.
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) CHECKALL CONNECTIONS FOR LEAKS. CONSULTTHE LOCAL UTILITY COMPANY TO EXAMINE INSTALLATION FOR PROPRIETYAND SAFETY.
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Locating Heater the New Water &WARNING You should 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 doorinstanafion, This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting.
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Locating the New Water Heater (cont'd) Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances Located in Unconfined Spaces A 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 the water heaterand or ventilation water heaters be installed that so that combustion 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 freely communicate with the outdoors. 3.
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Water Piping AWARNING 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 and permanently injure you upon contact. Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others. These include the elderlv, children, the infirm, or physically/mentally hand]capped.
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve •,WARNING _,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 Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, and the latest edition of ANSI Z21.
Instructionsfor Installation (cont'd) Filling the Water Heater _i CAUTION Never use this water heater unless it is completely I filled with water. Toprevent damage to the tank, I the tank must be filledwith water. Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning "ON" gas I to the water heater. I For proper venting in certain installations, a larger diameter vent pipe may be necessary.
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Gas Piping All vent gases must be completely vented to the outdoors of AWARNING 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 Make sure the gas supplied is the same type listed on the model rating plate. The inlet gas pressure must not exceed 10.5 in. water column (2.6kPa) for natural gas or 13 in. water column (3.2kPa) for propane (L.R) gas.
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Gas Piping (cont'd) 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 (3.5kPa).
Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Installation Checklist BEFORE LIGHTING THE PILOT: CHECK FOR LEAKS Check the gas lines for leaks. a. Use a soapy water solution. Be sure to check all your gas pipes for leaks before lighting DO NOT test for gas leaks your water heater. Use a soapy water solution, using a match or open flame, open flame. Check b. Brush the soapy water solution on all gas pipes, joints gas control and fittings, c. Check for bubbling soap. This means you have a leak.
Instructions for Operation BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P.) GAS WATER Lighting HEATERS]: Propane_,WARNING (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 (cont'd) Lighting label on the water FOR YOUR SAFETY heater as it appears READ above BEFORE the thermostat LIGHTING if you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may resu t caus ng property damage, persona njury or oss of I fe. WARNING A. Thisappliancehasa 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, tile water temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30°F higher or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc. Turn the water temperature dial clockwise __eff_(¢ _ decrease the temperature, or counterclockwise ( increase the temperature.
Service and Maintenance Venting System Inspection Burner Inspection At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the A,WARNING venting system. You should look for: • Obstructions which could cause improper venting. The combustion and ventilation air flow must not be obstructe& Flood damage to a water heater may not be readily visible or immediately detectible.
Service and Maintenance L.P.Gas Control Valve & Burner Assembly Replacement Information (cont'd) Burner Cleaning _ theevent your burner needs clea_ng, usethefoUo_ng instructions: AWARNING 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: turn the gas control knob clockwise (f_"_) Your water heater is equipped with a Propane (L.
Service and Maintenance (cont'd) Temperature-Pressure Valve Operation The temperature-pressure Relief Drain Valve Washer Replacement relief valve must be manually oper- NOTE: For replacement, use a _7_"x '_" x _" thickwasher ated at least once a year. available at your nearest hardware store. For ordering replacement washers, refer to the "Repair Parts List" section. 2. Follow "Draining" instructions. 3. Turning counter clockwise, remove the hex cap below the screw handle. 4.
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 SMELLY Conditions WATER HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT OFF SYSTEM In each glasslined water heater there is installed at least one This water heater is equipped with an automatic gas shut off anode rod (see parts section) for corrosion protection of the tank. Certain water conditions will cause a reaction between this rod and the water. The most common complaint associated with the anode rod is one of a "rotten egg smell".
Troubleshooting Operational WATER (cont'd) Conditions (cont'd) IS TOO 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 adjustanent has been made for the water temperature to reach the new temperature setting. 2. Iflower temperature settings veil/not lower the water temperature, call a Maytag Service Specialist (1-800-365-0024) for an authorized servicer.
Troubleshooting (cont'd) Leakage Checkpoints A CAUTION Use this guide to check a "Leaking" water heater. Many suspected "Leakers" are not leaking tanks. Often the source of the water can be found and corrected, 1 Read this manual _fore checking the [ water heater make sure the gas supply hasbeen [ turned "OFF", and never turn the gas "ON" before[ the tank is completely full of water.
Repair Parts List MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: HX4ONARS HX4OPARS HX4ONART HX4OPART HX4ONQRT HX4OPQRT 40 40 40 40 40 40 Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Natural Gas Propane (L.R) Gas Natural Gas Propane (L.R) Gas Natural Gas Propane (L.
Repair Parts List (cont'd) MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: HX4ONARS 40 Gallon Natural Gas HX40PARS 40 Gallon Propane (L.P.) Gas HX40NART 40 Gallon Natural Gas HX40PART 40 Gallon Propane (LP.) Gas HX40NQRT 40 Gallon Natural Gas HX4OPQRT 40 Gallon Propane (L.R) Gas MODEL NUMBERS KEY NO.
Repair Parts List MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: HX40NQRT2 HX40PQRT2 HX50NART HX50PART HXSONQRT HXSOPQRT 40 40 50 50 50 50 Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Natural Gas Propane (LR) Gas Natural Gas Propane (L.P.) Gas Natural Gas Propane (L.P.
Repair Parts List (cont'd) MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: HX4ONQRT2 HX40PQRT2 HX50NART HXSOPART HXSONQRT HXSOPQRT 40 40 50 50 50 50 Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Natural Gas Propane (LR) Gas Natural Gas Propane (LR) Gas Natural Gas Propane (L.R) Gas MODEL NUMBERS KEY NO.
Repair Parts List MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: HXSONQRT2 HX50PQRT2 HX50NQRT5W HXSOPQRT5W 50 50 50 50 Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Natural Gas Propane (L.R) Gas Natural Gas Propane (L.
Repair Parts List (cont'd) MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: HX50NQRT2 HX50PQRT2 HX50NORT5W HX50PQRT5W 50 50 50 50 Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Natural Gas Propane (L.P.) Gas Natural Gas Propane (L.R) Gas MODEL NUMBERS KEY NO.
Repair Parts List MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS; HX50NQRT52W HX50PQRT52W HX75NQRS HX75PQRS 50 50 75 75 Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Natural Gas Propane (L.R) Gas Natural Gas Propane (L.P.
Repair Parts List (cont'd) MAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: HX50NQRTS2W HX50PQRTS2W HX75NQRS HX75PQRS 50 50 75 75 Gallon Gallon Gallon Gallon Natural Gas Propane (L.P.) Gas Natural Gas Propane (L.P.) Gas MODEL NUMBERS KEY NO. HX50NQRT52W[HX50PQRTS2W[HX75NQRS [ HX75PQRS PART NUMBERS PART DESCRIPTION 1 Dip Tube 9002444 9002A.
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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.
