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Series Ten
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
HRX75XQRS
HRX75CQRS
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. 196300-001
66001855
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Summary of Contents for Maytag HRX75XQRS
- Page 1 USER’S GUIDE FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING NOT FOR USE IN MANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOMES Model Number HRX75XQRS HRX75CQRS 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 PART NO.
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Page 2: Safe Installation, Use And Service
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
T T T T T ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE ....................SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..........................TABLE OF CONTENTS ..........................CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ........................ PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ........................ACCESSORIES AND TOOLS NEEDED ...................... Accessories ................................ -
Page 5: Customer Responsibilities
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES • The installation must conform with these instructions and Thank You for purchasing a Maytag water heater. Properly the local code authority having jurisdiction. In the absence of installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble local codes, installations shall comply with the National Fuel free service. -
Page 6: Accessories And Tools Needed
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
PREP PREP PREP PREP PREPARA ARATIONS FOR INST TIONS FOR INST TIONS FOR INST TIONS FOR INSTALLA TIONS FOR INST ALLA ALLA ALLA ALLATION TION TION TION TION Removing the Old Water Heater 4. Attach a hose to the water heater drain valve and put the other end in a floor drain or outdoors. -
Page 8: Typical Installation
TYPICAL INST TYPICAL INSTALLA TYPICAL INST ALLA ALLATION ALLA TION TION TION TYPICAL INST TYPICAL INST ALLA TION GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS Vent Pipe Drip Leg (Sediment Trap) Flue Baffle(s) Draft Hood Inner Door Thermostat Anode Outer door Drain Valve... -
Page 9: Mixing Valve Usage
Mixing valves are available at a plumbing supply distributor, see Figure 8. Valves for reducing point of use, temperature by mixing cold and hot water are also available. Consult Maytag Customer Service at 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... -
Page 10: Locating And Installing The New Heater
L L L L L OCA TING AND INST TING AND INST ALLING THE NEW W ALLING THE NEW W ALLING THE NEW WA A A A A TER HEA TER HEA TER HEA OCATING AND INST TING AND INST TING AND INSTALLING THE NEW W ALLING THE NEW W TER HEA... -
Page 11: Insulation Blankets
Insulation blankets available to the general public for external be allowed on some models, refer to the label attached adjacent use on gas water heaters are not necessary with Maytag to the gas control valve on the water heater, see Figure 9. -
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
Consult Maytag Customer Service at 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. -
Page 14: Temperature Pressure Relief Valve
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
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 capacity not less than the water heater input rate as shown on the model rating... -
Page 16: Venting
For proper venting in certain installations, a larger diameter the right (clockwise). The drain valve is on the lower front of vent pipe may be necessary. Consult your Maytag Customer the water heater. Service Center at 1-800-788-8899 or gas supplier to aid you in determining the proper venting for your water heater from •... -
Page 17: Gas Piping
1000 feet (305 m) above sea level which requires replacement of the burner orifice in accordance with National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. Contact Maytag Customer Service Center at 1-800-788-8899 or your local gas supplier or call for further information. -
Page 18: Sediment Traps
(sometimes called a sediment trap) result in serious injury or death. Contact Maytag Customer must be incorporated in the piping. The drip leg must be readily Service at 1-800-788-8899 or your local gas supplier for any accessible. -
Page 19: Operating Instructions
OPERA OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS TING INSTRUCTIONS OPERA OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS TING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or 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. -
Page 20: For Your Safety Read Before Lighting
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or 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. -
Page 21: Temperature Regulation
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - page 13. Valves for reducing point of use temperature by mixing cold and hot water are also available. Consult Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899. Follow manufacturer’s... -
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 Vent System Inspection 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
“Repair Parts List” section of this manual. If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the operation • Turn “OFF” gas supply to water heater. of the water heater, let the Maytag Customer Service check it out. • Follow “Draining” instructions. -
Page 25: Smoke / Odor
Contact Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for further information concerning an Anode Replacement Kit and this Chlorination Treatment. -
Page 26: Leakage Checkpoints
Turn “OFF” the entire gas supply to the water heater. Call Maytag at the time of start-up after installation and when incoming Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized water is cold. servicer. I. Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may be from condensation, loose connections, or the relief valve. -
Page 27: Troubleshooting Guide
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, Tighten threaded connections. -
Page 28: Repair Parts List
Now that you have purchased this gas water heater, should a need model rating plate located near the gas control valve. ever exist for repair parts or service, simply call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer. Be sure to When ordering repair parts, always give the following information: 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 a Maytag Customer Service at the number listed below. Should you not receive...
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