Maytag HRN31240X User Manual

1www.maytagwaterheaters.comPRINTED IN THE U.S.A. 1204 PART NO. 66001861 184445-001FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLYNOT SUITABLE FOR S

10Facts to Consider About the LocationCarefully choose an indoor location for the new water heater,because the placement is a very important considera

11Minimum clearances between the water heater andcombustible construction are 0 inch at the sides and rear, 4inches (102 mm) at the front, and 6 inche

12Combustion Air and Ventilation forAppliances Located in Unconfined SpacesUNCONFINED SPACE is space whose volume is not less than50 cubic feet per 1,

13FIGURE 14.• Louvers and Grilles: In calculating free area, considerationshall be given to the blocking effect of louvers, grilles orscreens protecti

14NOTE: To protect against untimely corrosion of hot and coldwater fittings, it is strongly recommended that di-electricunions or couplings be install

15If replaced, the valve must meet the requirements of localcodes, but not less than a combination temperature andpressure relief valve certified as i

16• Open the cold water supply valve to the water heater.NOTE: The cold water supply valve must be left open whenthe water heater is in use.• To insur

17There must be a minimum of 6 inches (153 mm) clearancebetween single wall vent pipe and any combustible material.Fill and seal any clearance between

18Use pipe joint compound or teflon tape marked as beingresistant to the action of petroleum (Propane [L.P.]) gases.The appliance and its gas connecti

19FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTINGWARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire orexplosion may result causing property damage,

2SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICEYour safety and the safety of others is extremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water he

20installation of the valves. Before changing the factory settingon the thermostat, read the Temperature Regulation section inthis manual, see Figure

21Tank (Sediment) CleaningSediment build-up on the tank bottom may create varyingamount of noise, if left in the tank will cause permanent tankfailure

22The burner needs to be removed for cleaning. Call MaytagCustomer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorizedservicer to remove and clean the burner

23• Remove the washer and put the new one in place.• Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drainvalve and retighten using a wrench. DO NOT O

24Excessive condensation may be noticed during the winter andearly spring months when incoming water temperatures are attheir lowest.Good venting is e

25High Temperature Shut Off SystemThis water heater is equipped with an automatic gas Shut-offsystem. This system works when high water temperaturesa

26These guidelines should be used by a qualified Maytag Customer Service Center Agent. Call the Maytag Customer Service Center at1-800-788-8899 for as

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29MODEL NO’SHRN11240X 40 Gallon Natural GasHRP11240X 40 Gallon Propane Gas (L.P.)HRN11250Q 50 Gallon Natural GasHRP11250Q 50 Gallon Propane Gas (L.P.)

3SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

30Key Model Numbers No. Part Description HRN31240X HRP31240X HRN31250Q HRP31250Q HRN31250X HRP31250X1 Air Intake Screen 66001503 66001503 66001503 660

3166001011 900160966001012 900160866001013 ETC2X66001014 ETC5X66001015 900240166001016 900240266001021 900158466001020 900073466001105 900276966001183

32FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTYFor one year from the date of original retail purchase, any part which fails in normal home use will be repairedor replaced fr

4TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE ...

5TANK RECOVERY MINIMUM DIMENSIONSCAPACITY TYPE RATE GALS. VENT PIPE DIAMETER IN INCHES (mm)IN GALS OF BTU PER HOUR INCHES INCHES HEIGHT TOP OFMODEL

6ACCESSORIES AND TOOLS NEEDEDAccessoriesTo simplify the installation Maytag has available the installation parts shown below. You may or may not need

7INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION1. Turn “OFF” the gas supply to thewater heater.If the main gas line Shut-off valveserving all gas appliances isused, a

8TYPICAL INSTALLATIONGET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELSA Vent PipeB Draft HoodC AnodeD Hot Water OutletE OutletF Standard Pipe FittingsG Gas S

9FIGURE 8.MIXING VALVE USAGEThis appliance has been design certified as complying withAmerican National Standard/CSA Standard for water heatersand is