Maytag HR6120DJRT, User Manual

Page 1: ...G THIS WATER HEATER Model Numbers HR630SJRT HR630DJRT HR630SJLS HR630DJLS HR640SJRT HR640DJRT HR640SJRS HR640DJRS HR640SJLS HR640DJLS HR652SJRT HR652DJRT HR650SJRS HR650DJRS HR650SJLS HR650DJLS HR666SJRT HR666DJRT HR682SJRT HR682DJRT HR6120SJRT HR6120DJRT ELECTRIC WATER HEATER USER S GUIDE GAMA certification applies to all residential electric water heaters with capacities of 20 to 120 Gallons Inp...

Page 2: ...ies should circumstances demand If the discharge pipe is not connected to a drain or other suitable means the water flow may cause property damage The Discharge Pipe Must not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the valve or have any reducing couplings or other restrictions Must not be plugged or blocked Must be of material listed for hot water distribution Must be installed so as to al...

Page 3: ...correct voltage can cause problems which can result in DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE If you have any questions or doubts consult your electric company Safety Instructions cont d 3 WARNING 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 p...

Page 4: ...and Maintenance 16 21 Temperature Regulation 16 Thermostats 16 Temperature Settings 16 Thermostat Adjustments 17 Anode Rod Inspection 17 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve Operation 17 Draining 18 Thermostat Removal Replacement 18 19 Element Cleaning and Replacement 19 21 Drain Valve Washer Replacement 21 Service 21 Troubleshooting 22 24 Start Up Conditions 22 Thermal Expansion 22 Strange Sounds 22...

Page 5: ... writing Underwriters Laboratories Inc 333 Pfingsten Road Northbrook IL 60062 If after reading this manual you have any questions or do not understand any portion of the instructions call Maytag Customer Service at 1 800 788 8899 for an authorized servicer Carefully plan the place where you are going to put the water heater Correct electrical wiring and connections are very important in preventing...

Page 6: ... 30 30 30 Minimum Wire Size Gauge 10 10 10 10 10 Model HR652SJRT HR652DJRT HR650SJRS HR650DJRS HR650SJLS Tank Capacity In Gal 50 50 50 50 50 Element Upper 4500 4500 Wattage at 240 Volt Lower 4500 4500 4500 4500 4500 Recovery Rate Upper 20 20 In Gals Per Hr 90 F Rise Lower 20 20 20 20 20 Diameter 20 1 2 20 1 2 22 22 26 1 2 Height 54 54 48 48 34 Maximum Fuse or Circuit Breaker Size 30 30 30 30 30 Mi...

Page 7: ...re If distance from fuse box to water heater is more than 90 feet refer to your local electrical code Model HR6120SJRT HR6120DJRT Tank Capacity In Gal 119 119 Element Upper 4500 Wattage at 240 Volt Lower 4500 4500 Recovery Rate Upper 20 In Gals Per Hr 90 F Rise Lower 20 20 Diameter 28 28 Height 64 1 4 64 1 4 Maximum Fuse or Circuit Breaker Size 30 30 Minimum Wire Size Gauge 10 10 ...

Page 8: ...PE Use only on water connections GARDEN HOSE 6 FOOT TAPE PIPE DOPE SQUEEZE TUBE DRILL PIPE WRENCH ROLL OF LEAD FREE SOFT SOLDER ROLL OF EMERY CLOTH SOLDER FLUX TUBING CUTTER PROPANE TORCH ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED WHEN SWEAT SOLDERING Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw Propane Torch Soft Solder Solder Flux Emery Cloth Wire Brushes Pipe Wrenches 2 14 Screwdriver 6 Foot Tape or Folding Rule Garden Hose Drill P...

Page 9: ...isconnected and ready to be removed b If you have galvanized pipe to the water heater loosen the two galvanized pipes with a pipe wrench at the union in each line Also disconnect the piping remaining to the water heater These pieces should be saved since they may be needed when reconnecting the new water heater Disconnect the temperature pressure relief valve discharge pipe When the water heater i...

Page 10: ...roups or if there is a local code or state law requiring a certain temperature water at the hot water tap then you must take special precautions In addition to using the lowest possible temperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs a means such as a mixing valve should be used at the hot water taps used by these people or at the water heater Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply...

Page 11: ...tion section in this manual See illustration on page 10 for mixing valve usage The illustration shows the attachment of the water piping to the water heater The water heater is equipped with 3 4 inch water connections If a water heater is installed in a closed water supply system such as one having a back flow preventer check valve water meter with a check valve etc in the cold water supply means ...

Page 12: ... removed from it s designated opening or plugged The temperature pressure relief valve must be installed directly into the fitting of the water heater designated for the relief valve Position the valve downward and provide tubing so that any discharge will exit only within 6 inches above or at any distance below the structural floor Be certain that no contact is made with any live electrical part ...

Page 13: ...etely full of water To prevent damage to the tank and heating element the tank must be filled with water Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning ON power 4 Check all new water piping for leaks Repair as needed WIRING FOR 3 WIRE LEAD WATER HEATERS NON SIMULTANEOUS OPERATION 240 VOLT DOUBLE ELEMENT Note Some Lower Hi Temp Limit switches may have 4 terminals Use only the 2 terminals ...

Page 14: ...er to power a supply that has a Time Clock or Off Peak Meter To make these connections refer to block 1 or 2 in this wiring diagram for the type of system you have NOTE If you have purchased a three wire connection water heater but you are not on a Time Clock or Off Peak meter and have a standard two wire connection power supply simply follow the connection diagram in block 3 of the Three Wire Con...

Page 15: ...as shown in the chart in the Product Specifications section 4 Is the new temperature pressure relief valve properly installed and piped to an adequate drain See Temperature Pressure Relief Valve in the Instructions for Installation section 5 Is the water heater completely filled with water See Filling the Water Heater instructions in the Instructions for Installation section 6 Will a water leak da...

Page 16: ...person unattended in a bathtub or shower WARNING HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD Water heaters are intended to produce hot water Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy clothes washing dish washing and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you upon contact Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others These include the elderly children the infirm ...

Page 17: ...ed servicer Do not plug the temperature pressure relief valve Thermostat Adjustments The upper and or lower thermostat s have been factory set at HOT approximately 120 F to reduce the risk of scald injury The upper and or lower thermostat s are adjustable if a different water temperature is desired Read all warnings in the Temperature Regulation section before proceeding NOTE It is not necessary t...

Page 18: ...e this water heater unless it is completely full water To prevent damage to the tank and heating element the tank must be filled with water Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning ON power Thermostat Removal Replacement 1 Turn OFF the electrical power to the water heater at the junction box 2 Remove the access panel and the insulation block and pad 3 Lift out the tab as shown belo...

Page 19: ...t the water shutoff valve or water meter WARNING HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned OFF Failure to do this could result in DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE NOTE These instructions are written for element cleaning and element replacement for the lower element If it is ...

Page 20: ... the lower front of the water heater 12 Open the cold water supply valve to the water heater NOTE The cold water supply valve must be left open when the water heater is in use 13 To insure complete filling of the tank allow air to exit by opening the nearest hot water faucet Allow water to run until a constant flow is obtained This will let air out of the water heater and the piping 7 Disconnect t...

Page 21: ...d Operational Conditions found in the Troubleshooting section of this manual If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the operation of the water heater let a qualified person check it out Call Maytag Customer Service at 1 800 788 8899 HANDLE AND CAP ASSEMBLY WASHER Service and Maintenance cont d WARNING HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK Before removing any access panels or servicing the water h...

Page 22: ...ion then the water heater will have a hi limit on both the upper and lower thermostats Follow the instructions to reset the hi limit behind the upper and lower access panels Troubleshooting WARNING 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 ...

Page 23: ... contact the electric company 6 Are the thermostats set to the desired temperature See Temperature Regulation section 7 If you had experienced very hot water and now no hot water the problem may be due to the high temperature shut off system See High Temperature Shut Off System in the Troubleshooting section 8 During very cold weather the incoming water will also be colder and it will require a lo...

Page 24: ... water heater is turned OFF Failure to do this could result in DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE C G F E A D B A H E Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid weather or pipe connections may be leaking The primary anode rod may be leaking Small amounts of water from temperature pressurerelief valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water pressure in your area The temperature pr...

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Page 26: ...TE LOWER ELEMENT These water heaters have a 4500 watt lower element as standard Order part no 66001875 replacement element However your specific model may be equipped with a nonstandard element Refer to model rating plate for wattage of a non standard lower element Give voltage and element wattage when ordering replacement part 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 9 12 15 14 13 13 11 1 ...

Page 27: ...1703 66001703 13 Nipple w Heat Traps 66001704 66001704 66001705 66001705 66001705 14 Pipe Insulation 66001708 66001708 66001708 66001708 66001708 15 T P Insulation 66001709 66001709 66001709 66001709 66001709 Manual 66001869 27 Repair Parts List cont d Also available at most hardware stores Refer to Wiring Diagram Section for verification Not Illustrated Now that you have purchased this water heat...

Page 28: ... 119 GALLON NOTE LOWER ELEMENT These water heaters have a 4500 watt lower element as standard Order part no 66001875 replacement element However your specific model may be equipped with a nonstandard element Refer to model rating plate for wattage of a non standard lower element Give voltage and element wattage when ordering replacement part 2 3 4 5 6 6 7 8 10 9 12 14 13 13 15 11 1 ...

Page 29: ... Traps 66001705 66001707 66001704 13 Nipple w o Heat Traps 66001736 66001737 14 Pipe Insulation 66001708 66001708 66001708 66001708 66001708 15 T P Insulation 66001709 66001709 Manual 66001869 Repair Parts List cont d Also available at most hardware stores Not on Model Refer to Wiring Diagram Section for verification 66001309 for Model HR682 66001735 for Model HR682 Not Illustrated Now that you ha...

Page 30: ...R640DJLS 40 GALLON NOTE LOWER ELEMENT and UPPER ELEMENT These water heaters have 4500 watt lower and upper elements as standard Order part no 66001875 replacement element However your specific model may be equipped with nonstandard elements Refer to model rating plate for wattage of non standard lower and upper elements Give voltage and element wattage when ordering replacement parts 15 16 17 18 1...

Page 31: ...1064 66001064 66001064 66001064 16 Upper Thermostat w Hi Limit 66001254 66001254 66001254 66001254 66001254 17 Thermostat Bracket 66001054 66001054 66001054 66001054 66001054 18 Upper Element SEE NOTE ON PAGE 30 19 Element Gasket 10 pack 66001053 66001053 66001053 66001053 66001053 20 Nipple w Heat Traps 66001704 66001704 66001705 66001705 66001705 21 Pipe Insulation 66001708 66001708 66001708 660...

Page 32: ...T and UPPER ELEMENT These water heaters have 4500 watt lower and upper elements as standard Order part no 66001875 replacement element However your specific model may be equipped with nonstandard elements Refer to model rating plate for wattage of non standard lower and upper elements Give voltage and element wattage when ordering replacement parts 2 3 4 5 6 6 7 9 10 8 12 11 14 21 22 20 20 13 1 15...

Page 33: ...01064 16 Upper Thermostat w Hi Limit 66001254 66001254 66001254 66001254 66001254 17 Thermostat Bracket 66001054 66001054 66001054 66001054 66001054 18 Upper Element SEE NOTE ON PAGE 32 19 Element Gasket 10 pack 66001053 66001053 66001053 66001053 66001053 20 Nipple w Heat Traps 66001707 66001744 20 Nipple w o Heat Traps 66001734 66001736 66001737 21 Pipe Insulation 66001708 66001708 66001708 6600...

Page 34: ...276 66001303 9002542 66001306 9002546 66001307 9002547 66001309 9002549 66001415 9001583 66001647 9003464 66001682 9003741 66001700 9003917 66001703 9003900 66001704 9003915 66001705 9003719 66001707 9003909 66001708 9003717 66001709 9003716 66001710 184740 001 66001729 9003889 66001730 9003972 66001732 9003973 66001735 9003975 66001736 9003976 66001737 9003977 66001734 9003974 66001744 9003921 66...

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Page 36: ...if a leak occurs in the Tank a new water heater of the closest capacity and quality then available will be replaced free of charge for the water heater with the owner paying all other costs including labor mileage and transportation If the water heater is subjected to commercial institutional industrial or non residential use the above warranty coverage for tanks that are proven to be defective in...