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Maytag HRN4975S User Manual

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Series Nine
GAS WATER HEATER
USER'S GUIDE
FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY
NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING
NOT FOR USE IN
MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOMES

Model Number

HRN4975S
HRP4975S
HRN5975S
HRP5975S
For Your Safety
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED
BY THIS WATER HEATER.
www.maytagwaterheaters.com
PRINTED IN THE U.S.A 1004
1
PART NO. 66001853
196302-001

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  • Page 1: Model Number

    USER’S GUIDE FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING NOT FOR USE IN MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOMES Model Number HRN4975S HRP4975S HRN5975S HRP5975S For Your Safety AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER.

  • Page 2: Important Definitions

    • Maytag Customer Service Center: The Maytag Customer Service Center has the equivalent to a licensed tradesman in the fields of plumbing, air supply, venting and gas supply, including a thorough understanding of the requirements of the National Fuel Gas Code as it relates to the installation of gas fired water heaters.

  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    PREPARATIONS FOR INSTALLATION ... Removing the Old Water Heater ... 7 TYPICAL INSTALLATION ... Get to Know Your Water Heater ... 8 Mixing Valve Usage ... 9 LOCATING AND INSTALLING THE NEW HEATER ... Facts to Consider About the Location ... 10,11 Insulation Blankets ...

  • Page 5: 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.

  • Page 6: Accessories

    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.

  • Page 7: Preparations For Installation

    6. If you have copper piping to the water heater, the two copper water pipes can be cut with a hacksaw approximately four inches away from where they connect to the water heater.

  • Page 8: Typical Installation

    GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS A Vent Pipe B Draft Hood C Anode D Hot Water Outlet E Outlet F Water Connections G Gas Supply H Manual Gas Shut-off Valve Ground Joint Union * INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES.

  • Page 9: Mixing Valve Usage

    Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores. See Figure 8. 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 mixing valve manufacturer’s instructions for installation of the valves. Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the “Temperature Regulation”...

  • Page 10: Locating And Installing The New Heater

    • Devices that will turn off the gas supply to a gas water heater while at the same time shutting off its water supply.

  • Page 11: Insulation Blankets

    Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets available to the general public for external use on gas water heaters are not necessary with Maytag products. The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with storage tank heaters. Your...

  • Page 12: Combustion Air And Ventilation For Appliances Located In Unconfined Spaces

    • Do not cover the instruction manual. Keep it on the side of the water heater or nearby for future reference. • Do obtain new warning and instruction labels from Maytag for placement on the blanket directly over the existing labels.

  • Page 13: Water Piping

    *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.

  • Page 14: Water Piping

    Refer to the Thermal Expansion section under Troubleshooting Guide or contact local plumbing authority or call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized installer on how to control this situation.

  • Page 15: Filling 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 designated opening nor plugged.

  • Page 16: Venting

    For proper venting in certain installations, a larger diameter vent pipe may be necessary. Consult your Maytag Customer Service Center at 1-800-788-8899 or gas supplier to aid you in determining the 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.

  • Page 17: Gas Piping

    “OFF” until the water heater installation is complete. A gas line of sufficient size must be run to the water heater. Consult the current edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 and your gas supplier concerning pipe size.

  • Page 18: Sediment Traps

    Contact Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 or your local gas supplier for any specific changes which may be required in your area.

  • Page 19: Operating Instructions

    OPERA OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERA OPERA OPERA FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. BEFORE OPERATING: ENTIRE SYSTEM MUST BE FILLED WITH WATER AND AIR PURGED AT FAUCETS A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand.

  • Page 20: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting

    FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. BEFORE LIGHTING: ENTIRE SYSTEM MUST BE FILLED WITH WATER AND AIR PURGED AT FAUCETS This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions exactly.

  • Page 21: Temperature Regulation

    Figure 8 on page 9 and Figure 15 on page 13. Valves for reducing point of 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. Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the Temperature Regulation section in this manual, see Figures 22 and 23.

  • Page 22: Service And Maintenance

    DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Contact the Maytag dealer from whom the appliance was purchased or call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer to replace a flooded water heater.

  • Page 23: Housekeeping

    You may have a check valve installed in the water line or a water meter with a check valve. Consult Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for further information. Do not plug the temperature-pressure relief valve.

  • Page 24: Drain Valve Washer Replacement

    Operational Conditions found in the Troubleshooting Guide of this manual. If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the operation of the water heater, let the Maytag Customer Service Center check it out. Call the Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer.

  • Page 25: Smoke / Odor

    Thermal expansion tanks are available for ordering through the Maytag Customer Service Center (1-800-788-8899). Contact the local plumbing inspector, water supplier and/or call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for assistance in controlling these situations.

  • Page 26: Leakage Checkpoints

    “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”...

  • Page 27: 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 Improperly sealed, hot or cold supply connection, relief valve, drain valve, or thermostat threads. WATER LEAKS Leakage from other appliances or water lines.

  • Page 28: Burner Assembly

    * Not Shown. 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.

  • Page 29: Notes

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  • Page 32: Warranty

    This warranty is limited to the original owner of the water heater. TO RECEIVE WARRANTY SERVICE To locate an authorized service company in your area contact the Maytag dealer from whom your appliance was purchased; or call Maytag Customer Service at the number listed below. Should you not receive satisfactory...

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