Maytag C3 manual

1 www.maytagwaterheaters.com 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 Numbers 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 USER’S GUIDE C3 T echnology® Gas Water Heaters meet the new ANSI Z21.10.1 standard that deal[...]

2 SAFE INST ALLA TION, USE AND SERVICE Y our safety and the safety of others is extremely import ant 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 [...]

3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS[...]

4 T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFE INST ALLA TION, USE AND SERVICE ............................................................................................. .... 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................. ................. 3 T ABLE OF CONTENTS .......................[...]

5 T AN K RECOVERY MINIMUM DIMENSIONS CAP ACITY TYPE RATE GALS. VENT PIPE DIAMETER IN INCHES (mm) IN GALS O F B T U PER HOUR INCHES INCHES HEIGHT TOP OF *MODEL NUMBER (L TRS) GAS RA T E @ 90°F RISE (mm) (mm) DRAFT HOOD HR630YORT 30 ( 1 1 4) NA TURAL 35,500 36.0 3" (76) 16" (406) 61" (1,549) HR630HORT 3 0 ( 114 ) PROP ANE 35,500 36.0 [...]

6 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 ag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized installer . EXP ANSION T ANKS FOR THERMAL EXP ANSION CONDITIO[...]

7 INSTRUCTIONS FOR INST ALLA 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. Leave all gas appliances shut “OFF” until the water heater installation is completed, see Figures 1 and 2. 2. Turn “OFF” the water sup[...]

8 TYPICAL INST ALLA 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. * DRIP LEG AS REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODES. FIGURE 7. J Drip Leg (Sediment T rap) K Inner Door [...]

9 FIGURE 8. MIXING V A L 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 . W[...]

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[...]

11 Minimum clearances between the water heater and combustible construction are 0 inch at the sides and rear , 4 inches (102 mm) at the front, and 6 inches (153 mm) from the vent pipe. Clearance from the top of the jacket is 12 inches (305 mm) on most models. Note that a lesser dimension may be allowed on some models, refer to the label attached ad[...]

12 Combustion Air and V entilation for Appliances Located in Unconfined Spaces UNCONFINED SP ACE is space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 m 3 per kW) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space. Rooms communicating directly with the space in which the appliances are installed, thro[...]

13 FIGURE 14. • Louvers and Grilles: In calculating free area, consideration shall be given to the blocking effect of louvers, grilles or screens protecting openings. Screens used shall not be smaller than 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) mesh. If the free area through a design of louver or grille is known, it should be used in calculating the size opening requ[...]

14 NOTE: T o 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. Figure 16 shows the typical attachment of the water piping to the water heater . The water heater is equipped with 3/4” NPT water connectio[...]

15 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. For safe operation of the water heater , the relief valve must not be removed from its designat[...]

16 • 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. • T o 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[...]

17 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. T[...]

Use pipe joint compound or teflon tape marked as being resistant to the action of petroleum (Prop ane [L.P .]) gases. The appliance and its gas connection must be leak tested before placing the appliance in operation. The appliance and its individual Shut-off valve shall be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing [...]

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 in or turn the gas control knob. Never use tools. If the knob wi[...]

20 V alves 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 . NOTE: A water temperature range of 120°F-140°F (49°C-60°C) is recommended by mo[...]

21 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[...]

22 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. Housekeeping V acuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on a regular basis. AT LEAST ONCE EVER AT LEAST ONCE EVER A[...]

23 • Remove the washer and put the new one in place. • 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 . FIG[...]

24 Excessive condensation may be noticed during the winter and early spring months when incoming water temperatures are at their lowest. 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 an[...]

25 High T emperature 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 . The high temperature Shut-of f is built into the gas control valve. It is non-resettable. If the high temperature Shut-off ac[...]

26 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 V apor Ignition Resistant” Product. Problem Cause Solution Improperly sealed, hot or cold supply connection, Tighten threaded connections[...]

27 * Not Shown. ** Includes Inner Door Gasket. Key Model Numbers No . Part Description HR630YORT HR630HORT HR640YBRS HR640HBRS HR640YBRT HR640HBRT 1 Air Intake Screen 66001503 66001503 66001503 66001503 66001503 66001503 2 Anode Rod 66001756 66001756 66001 157 66001 157 66001249 66001249 3 Burner Assembly 66001631 66001632 66001491 66001557 6600155[...]

28 MA YT AG GAS W A TER HEA TERS REP AIR P ARTS LIST BURNER ASSEMBL Y MODEL NO’S HR640YORT 40 Gallon Natural Gas HR640HORT 40 Gallon Propane Gas (L.P .) HR640YOCT 40 Gallon Natural Gas HR640HOCT 40 Gallon Propane Gas (L.P .) HR650YOCT 50 Gallon Natural Gas HR650HOCT 50 Gallon Propane (L.P .) Now that you have purchased this gas water heater , sho[...]

29 MA YT AG GAS W A TER HEA TERS REP AIR P ARTS LIST BURNER ASSEMBL Y Now that you have purchased this gas water heater , should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer . Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. THIS IS A REP AIR P ARTS LIS[...]

30 Key Model Numbers No . Part Description HR650YRRT HR650HRRT H R 650YRRT 5 HR650HRRT5 1 Air Intake Screen 66001503 66001503 66001503 66001503 2 Anode Rod 66001763 66001763 66001763 66001763 3 Burner Assembly 66001493 66001556 66001782 66001786 4 Burner Head** 66001510 66001570 66001510 66001570 5 Burner Orifice** 66001778 66001571 66001824 660017[...]

31 REP AIR P ARTS LIST MA YT AG/ST A TE P ART NUMBER CONVERSION KEY MA YT AG ST A TE MA YT AG ST A TE MA YT AG ST A TE 66001016 9002402 66001021 9001584 66001079 9000071 66001 157 9000029 66001 183 9000249 66001 187 9000275 66001246 9001588 66001249 9001824 66001269 9002277 66001303 9002542 66001306 9003469 66001307 9002547 66001491 9003379 6600149[...]

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[...]