Maytag HRP11240P Water Heater User Manual


 
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hot water lines. Contact Maytag Customer Service at
1-800-788-8899 for further information concerning an Anode
Replacement Kit and this Chlorination Treatment.
If the smelly water persists after the anode replacement and
chlorination treatment, we can only suggest that chlorination
or aeration of the water supply be considered to eliminate the
water problem.
Do not remove the anode leaving the tank unprotected. By
doing so, all warranty on the water heater tank is voided.
“AIR” In Hot Water Faucets
HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot
water system that has not been used for a long period of time
(generally two weeks or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely
flammable and explosive. To prevent the possibility of injury
under these conditions, we recommend the hot water faucet,
located farthest away, be opened for several minutes before
any electrical appliances which are connected to the hot water
system are used (such as a dishwasher or washing machine).
If hydrogen gas is present, there will probably be an unusual
sound similar to air escaping through the pipe as the hot water
faucet is opened. There must be no smoking or open flame
near the faucet at the time it is open.
High Temperature Limit Switch
(Single-Use Type Energy Cut Off)
The thermostat has a built-in limit switch which will actuate in
case of excessive water temperatures. The heater cannot be
relit until the gas control valve is replaced. It is important that a
serviceman be called to determine the reason for limit operation
and thus avoid repeated thermostat replacement. Lower the
temperature adjustment setting on new control. Call Maytag
Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized
servicer.
Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off,
turn “OFF” the manual gas control valve to the appliance.
Venting Manual Reset Switch
There is a venting manual reset switch located on the draft
hood. If the venting manual reset switch is activated, it will not
reset itself. Before resetting this venting manual reset switch,
check for flue blockage and propriety of the venting system. To
reset the venting manual reset switch, press the red reset button.
FIGURE 57.
Not Enough or No Hot Water
1. Check the manual gas shut off valve to be sure it is open.
2. The ON/OFF switch on the control box must be “ON”.
3. The temperature button adjustment may be set too low. See
the Temperature Regulation” section.
4. The gas company can check the gas input to see if it is
correct. An under-fired water heater will not heat water as
quickly.
5. Look for leaking or open hot water faucets. Make sure all
are closed.
6. The cold water inlet temperature may be colder during the
winter months. It will take longer to heat the water and seem
like less hot water.
7. If you cannot find what is wrong, call Maytag Customer
Service 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer.
Water is Too Hot
1. The temperature adjustment dial may be set too high. See
the “Temperature Adjustment” section.
NOTE: A period of time is necessary after an adjustment has
been made for the water temperature to reach the new
temperature setting.
2. If lower temperature settings will not lower the water
temperature, call Maytag Customer Service 1-800-788-8899
for an authorized servicer.