Maytag HE21250S User Manual

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Instructions for Installation (cont'd)Water PipingAWARNINGHOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Wat

Instructions for Installation (cont'd)Temperature-Pressure Relief ValveAWARNINGAt the time of manufacture this water heater was provided with a

Instructions for Installation (cont'd)Filling the Water HeaterTo fin the water heater with water:1. Close the water heater drain valve by turnin

Instructions for Installation (cont'd)Converting the Lower Element (cont'd)1. Before beginning the conversion turn “OFF” electric power

Converting the Lower Element (cont'd)Instructions for Installation (cont'd)7. The wire removed from terminal 2 has a looped end. It must re

Instructions for Installation (cont'd)Wiring DiagramsTO ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLYSTANDARD WIRING FOR 2 WIRE LEAD WATER HEATERS NON-SIMULTANEOUS OPERA

Instructions for Installation (cont'd)WiringA CAUTIONNever use this water heater unless it is completely full of water. To prevent d

Instructions for Installation (cont'd)Installation Checklist1. Whether or not the element conversion is made, the model rating plate must be mark

Service and MaintenanceTemperature RegulationAWARNINGHOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated

Service and Maintenance (cont'd)Thermostat AdjustmentsIf the upper thermostat is adjusted above the factory preset point of 120°F (Hot), it canno

Safety InstructionsAWARNINGImproper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR

Draining Element Cieaning/ReplacementService and Maintenance (cont'd)The water heater should be drained if being shut down during freezing temp

Element Cleaning/Replacement (cont'd)Service and Maintenance (cont'd)3. Attach a hose to the water heater drain valve and put the other end

Service and Maintenance (cont'd)10. If you are cleaning the element you have removed, do so by scraping or soaking in vinegar or a de-liming sol

Service and Maintenance (cont'd)Element Cleaning/ Replacement (cont'd)19. The adjustment dial has a “D” shaped opening that matches a “D”

TroubleshootingStart Up ConditionsTHERMAL EXPANSIONWater supply systems may, because of such events as high hne pressure, frequent cut-offs, the effec

Troubleshooting (cont'd)1, Before beginning, turn “OFF” electrical power supply to the water heater.EsililiA WARNINGHAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOC

Troubleshooting (cont'd)Leakage CheckpointsUse this guide to check a “Leaking” water heater. Many suspected “Leakers” are not leaking tanks. Oft

Repair Parts ListMAYTAG ELECTRIC WATER HEATERSMAYTAG/STATE PART NUMBER CO MVERSION KEYMAYTAG STATE66001007 9002437660010089002436660010099002435660010

Repair Parts List (cont'd)MAYTAG ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERSHE21240SHE31240SHE21250SHE31250S40 GALLON 40 GALLON so GALLON so GALLONNO

Repair Parts List (cont'd)MAYTAG ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERSHE21240S 40 GALLONHE31240S 40 GALLONHE21250S 50 GALLONHE31250S 50 GALLON

Safety Instructions (cont'd)AWARNINGWATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE VOLTAGE ONLY: This water heater is equipped for one type voltage

Repair Parts List (cont'd)MAYTAG ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERSHE21250THE31250THE21282THE31282T50 GALLON so GALLON 80 GALLON 80 GALLONNO

Repair Parts List (cont'd)MAYTAG ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERSHE21250THE31250THE21282THE31282T50 GALLON 50 GALLON 80 GALLON 80 GALLONKE

WarrantyFULL ONE YEAR WARRANTYFor One Year from the date of Original Retail Purchase, any part which fails in normal home use will be repaired or repl

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Customer InformationThank You for purchasing a Ma}rtag water heater.Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free servic

Accessories and Tools NeededAccessoriesTo simplify the installation Maytag has available the installation parts shown below. You may or may not need

Removing the Old Water Heater^^^Turn “OFF” electrical supply to the water heater.Installation Instructions©Turn “OFF” the water supply to the wa

Instructions for Installation (cont'd)Locating The New Water HeaterYou should carefully choose an indoor location for the new water heater, becau

Instructions for Installation (cont'd)The Convertible Lower ElementThe Upper Element, is a conventional 3800 watt element which only operates at