Maytag HRP5975S manual

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    1 www.maytagwaterheaters.com PRINTED IN THE U.S.A 1004 P ART NO. 66001853 196302-001 FOR POT ABLE W A TER HEA TING ONL Y NOT SUIT ABLE FOR SP ACE HEA TING NOT FOR USE IN MANUF ACTURED (MOBILE) HOMES Model Number HRN4975S H R P4975S HRN5975S HRP5975S For Y our Safety AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS W A TER HEA TER. GAS W A TER HEA TER US[...]

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    2 SAFE INST SAFE INST SAFE INST SAFE INST SAFE INST ALLA ALLA ALLA ALLA ALLA TION TION TION TION TION , USE AND SERVICE , USE AND SERVICE , USE AND SERVICE , USE AND SERVICE , USE AND SERVICE Y our safety and the safety of others is extremely important in the inst allation, use and servicing of this water heater . Many safety-related messages and i[...]

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    3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS[...]

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    4 T T T T T ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFE INST ALLA TION, USE AND SERVICE ............................................................................................. .... 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................................[...]

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    5 Thank Y ou for purchasing a Mayt ag 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 . Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual: • E[...]

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    6 ACCESSORIES AND TOOLS NEEDED ACCESSORIES AND TOOLS NEEDED ACCESSORIES AND TOOLS NEEDED ACCESSORIES AND TOOLS NEEDED ACCESSORIES AND TOOLS NEEDED Accessories T o simplify the installation Maytag has available the installation p art s shown below . Y ou may or may not need all of these accessories depending on your type of installation. Call Mayt a[...]

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    7 PREP PREP PREP PREP PREP ARA ARA ARA ARA ARA TIONS FOR INST TIONS FOR INST TIONS FOR INST TIONS FOR INST TIONS FOR INST ALLA ALLA ALLA ALLA ALLA TION TION TION TION TION 1. Turn “OFF” the gas supply to the water heater . If the main gas line Shut-off valve serving all gas appliances is used, also shut “OFF” the gas at each appliance. Leav[...]

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    8 TYPICAL INST TYPICAL INST TYPICAL INST TYPICAL INST TYPICAL INST ALLA ALLA ALLA ALLA ALLA TION TION TION TION TION GET T O KNOW YOUR W A TER HEA TER - GAS MODELS A V ent Pipe B Draft Hood C Anode D Hot Water Outlet E Outlet F Water Connections G Gas Supply H Manual Gas Shut-off V alve I Ground Joint Union * INST ALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES[...]

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    9 FIGURE 8. MIXING V AL VE USAGE This appliance has been design certified as complying with American National Standard/CSA Standard for water heaters and is considered suitable for: Water (Potable) Heating: All models are considered suitable for water (potable) heating. HOTTER W A TER CAN SCALD: W ater heaters are intended to produce hot water . Wa[...]

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    10 Facts to Consider About the Location 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. Whet[...]

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    11 This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting. Carpeting must be protected by metal or wood panel beneath the appliance extending beyond the full width and depth of the appliance by at least 3 inches (76.2 mm) in any direction, or if the appliance is installed in an alcove or closet, the entire floor must be covered by the panel.[...]

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    12 these instructions can restrict the air flow required for proper combustion, potentially resulting in fire, asphyxiation, serious personal injury or death. • Do not apply insulation to the top of the water heater , as this will interfere with safe operation of the draft hood. • Do not cover the outer door , thermostat or temperature & pr[...]

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    13 FIGURE 13. • When communicating with the outdoors through horizontal ducts, each opening shall have a minimum free area of 1 square inch per 2,000 BTU per hour (1 1 cm 2 /kW) of total input rating of all equipment in the enclosure, see Figure 14. • When ducts are used, they shall be of the same cross- sectional area as the free area of the o[...]

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    14 T oxic chemicals, such as those used for boiler treatment shall not be introduced into this system. W ater supply systems may , because of such events as high line pressure, frequent cut-offs, the effects of water hammer among others, have installed devices such as pressure reducing valves, check valves, back flow preventers, etc. to control the[...]

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    15 If replaced, the valve must meet the requirements of local codes, but not less than a combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified as indicated in the above paragraph. The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not to exceed the marked maximum working pressure of the water heater (150 psi = 1,035 kPa) and a discharge cap[...]

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    16 Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water . T o prevent damage to the t ank, the tank must be filled with water . Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning “ON” gas to the water heater . T o fill the water heater with water: • Close the water heater drain valve by turning the handle to the right (cloc[...]

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    17 FIGURE 19. 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. V ent pipes must be secured at each joint with sheet met al screws. There must be a minimum of 6 inches (153 mm) clearance between single wall vent pipe and any c[...]

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    18 Standard Models are for installation up to 2,000 feet (610 m) above sea level. High Altitude Models are for installation from 2,000 feet (610 m) to 4,500 feet (1,370 m) above sea level. If a standard model is installed above 2,000 feet (610 m) or high altitude model is installed above 4,500 feet (1,370 m), the input rating should be reduced at t[...]

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    19 FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING W ARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly , a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. • If you cannot reach your gas supplier , call the fire department. C . Use only your hand to push down or turn the gas control knob. Never use tools. If the k[...]

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    20 FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING BEFORE LIGHTING: ENTIRE SYSTEM MUST BE FILLED WITH W A TER AND AIR PURGED A T FAUCETS . W ARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly , a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. 1. STOP! Read the safety information above on this label. 2 . Set the the[...]

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    21 factory setting on the thermostat, read the T emperature Regulation section in this manual, see Figures 22 and 23. Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to draw their own bath water . Never leave a child or handicapped person unattended in a bathtub or shower . NOTE: A water temperature range of 120°F-140°F (49°C-60°C) is rec[...]

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    22 T ank (Sediment) Cleaning 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. V ent System Inspection At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the[...]

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    23 Housekeeping V acuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on a regular basis. INST ALLED IN SUIT ABLE AREA: T o insure sufficient ventilation and combustion air supply , proper clearances from the water heater must be maintained. See Facts to Consider About the Location section. Combustible materials such as clothing, cleaning ma[...]

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    24 • Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain valve and retighten using a wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. • Follow instructions in the Filling The Water Heater section. • Check for leaks. • Follow the lighting instructions in the Lighting section to restart the water heater . FIGURE 26. Service Before calling for repair service, r[...]

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    25 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 . Smoke / Odor It is not uncommon to experience a small amount of smoke and odor during the initial start-up. This is due to burning off of oil from metal parts, and will disappear in a short while. Thermal E[...]

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    26 “OFF” the entire gas supply to the water heater . Call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer . Leakage Checkpoints Read this manual first. Then before checking the water heater make sure the gas supply has been turned “OFF”, and never turn the gas “ON” before the tank is completely full of water . Never[...]

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    27 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 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. Problem Cause Solution Improperly sealed, hot or cold supply connection, Tight[...]

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    28 REP REP REP REP REP AIR P AIR P AIR P AIR P AIR P ARTS LIST ARTS LIST ARTS LIST ARTS LIST ARTS LIST MODEL NO’S H R N4975S 7 5 Gallon Natural Gas H R P4975S 75 Gallon Propane Gas BURNER ASSEMBL Y MA YT AG GAS W A TER HEA TERS PROP ANE BURNER ASSEMBL Y Now that you have purchased this gas water heater , should a need ever exist for repair parts [...]

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    32 FULL ONE YEAR W ARRANTY 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 o[...]