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Safety Instructions
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Improl_er installation, adjustment, alteration, service
At the time of manufacture this water heater was pro-
or maintenance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY
vided with a combination temperature-pressures relief
INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manu-
valve certified by a nationally recognized testing labo-
al for assistance consult your local gas utility or call
ratory that maintains periodic inspection of production
Maytag Customer Service at %800-788-8899
for an
of listed equipment
or materials,
as meeting
the
authorized servicer for further information,
requirements
for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas
Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, and
the latest edition of ANSI Z21.22 and the code require-
ments of ASME. If replaced, the valve must meet the
•,WARNING
requirements of local codes, but not less than a combi-
WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE TYPE GAS
nation temperature and pressure relief valve certified
ONLY: This water heater is equipped for one type
as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and
gas only. Check the model rating plate near the gas I
Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply
control valve for the correctgas.
DO NOT USE THIS
Systems, ANSI Z21.22 by a nationally recognized test-
WATER HEATER WITH ANY GAS OTHER THAN THE
ing laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of
ONE SHOWN ON THE MODEL RATING PLATE. Failure
production of listed equipment or materials.
to use the correct gas can cause problems which can
I The valve must be marked with a maximum sat pres-
result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROP-
sure not to exceed the marked hydrostatic working
ERTY DAMAGE. If you have any questions or doubts
pressure of the water heater (150 Ibs./sq. in.) and a
consult your gas supplier or local utility,
discharge capacity not less than the water heater
input rate as shown on the model rating plate.
(Electric beaters - watts divided by 1000 x 3415 equal
BTU/Hr. rate.)
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Your local jurisdictional authority, while mandating the
INSTALLATIONS IN AREAS WHERE FLAMMABLE LIQ-
use of a temperature-pressure relief valve complying
UIDS (VAPORS) ARE LIKELYTO BE PRESENTOR STORED
with ANSI Z21.22 and ASME, may require a valve model
different from the one furnished with the water heater.
(GARAGES, STORAGE, AND UTILITY AREAS, ETC):
Flammable liquids (such as gasoline, solvents, propane
Compliance with such local requirements must be sat-
(LP) or butane, etc.), all of which emit flammable
isfied by the installer or end user of the water heater
vapors, may be improperly
stored or used in such
with a locally prescribed temperature-pressure
relief
areas. The gas water heater ignitor or main burner can
valve installed in the designated opening in the water
ignite such vapors. The resulting flashback and fire can
heater in place of the factory furnished valve.
cause death or serious burns to anyone in the area, as
For safe operation of the water heater, the relief valve
must not be removed from it's designated opening or
well as property damage.
If installation in such areas is your only option, then
plugged.
the installation must be accomplished in a way that
The temperature-pressure
relief
valve
must be
the ignitor and main burner flame are elevatedfrom
installed directly into the fitting of the water heater
the floor at least 18 inches. While this may reduce the
designated for the relief valve. Position the valve
chances of flammable vapors from a floor spill being
downward and provide tubing so that any discharge
ignited, gasoline and other flammable
substances
will exit only within 6 inches above, or at any distance
should never be stored or used in the same room or
below the structural floor. Be certain that no contact is
area containing
a gas water heater or other open
made with any live electrical part. The discharge open-
flame or sparkproducing appliance,
ing must not be blocked or reduced in size under any
NOTE: Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents
circumstances. Excessivelength, over 30 feet, or use of
from other areas of the structure to the appliance,
more than four elbows
can cause restriction
and
reduce the discharge capacity of the valve.
No valve or other obstruction is to be placed between
the relief valve and the tank. Do not connect tubing
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directly to discharge drain unless a 6" air gap is provid-
IIf this water heat_
in beauty shops,
ed. To prevent bodily injury, hazard to life, or property
]barber shops, cleaning establishments,
or self-ser-
damage, the relief valve must be allowed to discharge
Jvice laundries with dry cleaning equipment,
it is
water in quantities should circumstances demand. If
imperative that the water heater or water
heaters
the discharge pipe is not connected to a drain or other
be installed so that combustion and ventilation
air
suitable means, the water flow may cause property
be taken from outside these areas. Refer to the
damage.
"Locating The New Water Heater"
section of this
The Discharge Pipe:
manual and also the latest edition of the National
• Must not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, also referred to as NFPA
of the valve, or have any reducing couplings or
54 for specifics provided concerning air required,
other restrictions.
• Must not be plugged or blocked.
• Must be of material listed for hot water distribution,
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* Must be installed so as to allow complete drainage
of both the temperature-pressure
relief valve, and
A fire can start if combustible
materials
such as
the discharge pipe.
clothing, cleaning
materials, or flammable
liquids
* Must terminate at an adequate drain.
are paced aga nst or next to the water heater.
* Must not have any valve between the relief valve
and tank.
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