Maytag HRX75XORSCGA User Manual

1www.maytagwaterheaters.comPRINTED 0107 197667-001FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLYNOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATINGNOT FOR USE INMANUFACTURED (MOBILE) HOME

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

11This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting.Carpeting must be protected by metal or wood panel beneaththe appliance extending beyo

12combustion, potentially resulting in fire, asphyxiation, seriouspersonal injury or death.• Do not apply insulation to the top of the water heater, a

13 FIGURE 13.• When communicating with the outdoors through horizontalducts, each opening shall have a minimum free area of1 square

14Toxic chemicals, such as those used for boiler treatment shallnot be introduced into this system.Water supply systems may, because of such events as

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

16Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water.To prevent damage to the tank, the tank must be filled with water.Water must flow

17All vent gases must be completely vented to the outdoors of thestructure (dwelling). Install only the draft hood provided with thenew water heater

18Failure to replace the standard orifice with a high altitude orificewhen installed at elevations above 2,000 feet (610 m) or above4,500 feet (1,370

19OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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

20FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTINGBEFORE LIGHTING: ENTIRE SYSTEM MUST BE FILLED WITH WATER AND AIR PURGED AT FAUCETS.WARNING: If you do not follow

21on the thermostat, read the Temperature Regulation section inthis manual, see Figures 22 and 23.Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, o

22Tank (Sediment) CleaningSediment build-up on the tank bottom may create varying amountof noise, if left in the tank will cause permanent tank failur

23removed for additional cleaning, call Maytag Customer Serviceat 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer to removeand clean the burner and correct

24• 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

25Good venting is essential for a gas fired water heater to operateproperly as well as to carry away products of combustion andwater vapor.Smoke / Odo

26“OFF” the entire gas supply to the water heater. Call MaytagCustomer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorizedservicer.Leakage CheckpointsRead t

27TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEThese guidelines should be used by a qualified Maytag Customer Service Center Agent. Call the MaytagCustomer Service Center at

28REPAIR PARTS LISTBURNER ASSEMBLYMAYTAG GAS WATER HEATERSMODEL NO’SHRX75XQRS 75 Gallon Natural GasHRX75CQRS 75 Gallon Propane GasPROPANE BURNER ASSEM

3SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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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

1POUR LE CHAUFFAGE D’EAU POTABLESEULEMENTNE CONVIENT PAS AU CHAUFFAGEDE LOCAUXNE CONVIENT PAS AUX MAISONSPRÉFABRIQUÉES (MOBILES)Numéro du modèleHRX75X

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

5Thank You for purchasing a Maytag water heater. Properlyinstalled and maintained, it should give you years of trouble freeservice. It is strongly sug

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

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

8TYPICAL INSTALLATIONGET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELSA Vent PipeB Draft HoodC AnodeD Hot Water OutletE OutletF Water ConnectionsG Gas Supply

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