Leakage Checkpoints - Maytag HX40NARS User Manual

Troubleshooting (cont'd)
Leakage Checkpoints
Use this guide to check a "Leaking" water heater. Many sus-
A CAUTION 1
pected "Leakers" are not leaking tanks. Often the source of Read this manual _fore checking the [
the water can be found and corrected, water heater make sure the gas supply hasbeen [
turned "OFF", and never turn the gas "ON" before[
If you are not thoroughly familiar with your local gas codes the tank is completely full of water. ]
your water heater, and safety practices, contact your local gas
utility or call a Maytag Service Specialist at 1-800-365-0024
_ CAUTION
for an authorized servicer to check the water heater.
Never use this water heater unless it is completely
filled with water, Toprevent damage to the tank,
the tank must be fUledwith water, Water must flow
from the hot water faucet before turning "ON" gas
to the water heater,
O Water at the draft hood is water vapor which has con-
densed out of the combustion products. This is caused
by a problem in the vent. Call a Maytag Service
Specialist at 1-800-365-0024 for an authorized servicer.
O *Condensation may seen on pipes
be in humid weather
or pipe connections may be leaking.
_*The primary anode rod fitting may be leaking.
O Small amounts of water from relief
temperature-pressure
valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water
pressure in your area.
O* temperature-pressure may leaking at
The
relief valve
be
the tank fitting.
O Water from a drain valve be due to the valve opened
may
sfightl)_
_*The drain valve may be leaking at the tank _tting.
Combustion products contain water which can
vapor
condense on the cooler surfaces of the tank. Droplets
form and drip into the fire or run on the floor. This is
common at the time ofstarmp after installation and
when incoming water is cold.
O Water in the water bottom or on the may
heater floor be
from condensation, loose connections, or the relief valve.
DO NOT replace the water heater until a flail inspection
of all possible water sources is made and necessary cor-
rective steps taken. Leakage from other appliances, water
lines, or ground seepage should also be checked.
*NOTE: To check where threaded portion enters tanl_
insert cotton swab between jacket opening and fitting. If
cotton is wet, follow "Draining" instructions in the
"Service and Maintenance" section and then remove fit-
ring. Put pipe dope or teflon tape on the threads and
replace. Then follow "Filling the Water Heater" instruc-
tions in the "Instructions for Installation" section.
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