Maytag Performa HJ61201JRT, User Manual

Page 1: ...1202JRT FOR POTABLE WATER IsTEo HEATING ONLY GAMA certification applies to all residential e_ectricwater heaterswith capacities of 20 to NOT SUITABLE FOR 120 Gallons Input rating of 12 Kw or lessat a SPACE HEATING voltage no greater than 250 V Caution AWARNING I Read and Follow All READTHE GENERALSAFETYSECTIONBEGINNINGON INSIDEI Safety Rules and COVER AND THENTHISENTIRE MANUALBEFORE INSTALLING OR ...

Page 2: ...signated opening in the water into one of these groups or if there is a local code or heater in place of the factory furnished valve state law requiring a certain temperature water at For safe operation of the water heater the relief valve must not be removed from it s designated opening or the hot water tap then you must take special pre cautions In addition to using the lowest possible plugged t...

Page 3: ... EVENTUALLY LEAK Installation of l the water heater must be accomplished in such a I manner that if the tank or any connections should I leak the flow of water will not cause damage to the structure For this reason it is not advisable to insta the water heater in an attic or upper floor When such locations cannot be avoided a suitable drain pan should be installed under the water heater Drain pans...

Page 4: ...cklist 15 Service and Maintenance 16 21 Temperature Regulation 16 Thermostats 16 Temperature Settings 16 Thermostat Adjustments 17 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve Operation 17 Draining 18 Thermostat Removal 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 Operational Condi...

Page 5: ...er Examine the location to ensure the water heater complies ate properly It could cause DEATH SERIOUS BODILY with the Locating the New Water Heater section INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE This manual contains instructions for the installation oper For California installation this water heater must be braced ation and maintenance of this electric water heater It also anchored or strapped to avoid fal...

Page 6: ...pper 20 20 In Gals Per Hr 90 F Rise Lower 20 20 20 20 20 Diameter 20 20 23 23 25 Height 58 58 46 46 31 Maximum Fuse or Circuit Breaker Size 30 30 30 30 30 Minimum Wire Size Gauge 10 10 10 10 10 Model HJ6502JLSW HJ6661JRT HJ6662JRT HJ6821JRT HJ6822JRT Tank Capacity In Gal 50 66 66 80 80 Element Upper 4500 4500 4500 Wa Vatta_ at 240 Colt Lower 4500 4500 4500 4500 4500 RecoveryRate Upper 20 20 20 In ...

Page 7: ... Rise Lower 20 20 Diameter 28 28 Height 641 641 4 Maximum Fuse or Circuit Breaker Size 30 30 Minimum Wire Size Gauge 10 10 Standard element wattages are shown Other element wattages up to the maximum shown are availablewhen specified Wiringsizebased on standard 60 C copper wire If distance from f_se box to water heater is more than 90 feet referto your local electricalcode 7 ...

Page 8: ...TY A DIAMETER22 OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN 28 DIAMETER PARTNUMBER66001012 FORWATER HEATERS HAVINGA DIAMETER26 25 ORLESS Tools ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED WHEN SWEAT SOLDERING You may or may not need all of these tools depending on your tyj3e of installation These tools can be purchased at your local Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw Xlaytag store Propane Torch Soft Solder Pipe Wrenches 2 14 Solder Flux Screwdri...

Page 9: ...ain valve Open a nearby hot with a pipe wrench at the union in each water faucet which will relieve pressure line Also disconnect the piping remain in the water heater and speed draining ing 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 is dr...

Page 10: ...ater flow will causedamage subject to physical damage by a moving vehicle J 2 The location selection must provide adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation of the water heater Typical Installation VACUUM REL EF REQU RED SOME CODES REFERTO O LCOOES CHECK ALL CONNECTIONS FOR LEAKS IA HOTWATER W TATER _ CONSULT THE LOCAL UTILITY COMPANY TO EXAM OUTLET COLD WATER INLET INE INSTALLATION FO...

Page 11: ...the factory setting on the thermo stat read the Temperature Regulation section in _ 3 4 THREADED 3 4 THREADED this manual NIPPLE _ 11_ NIPPLE _HOT COLD The illustration shows the attachment of the water piping to _ c _ the water heater The water heater is equipped with 3 4inch i 3 TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF water connections U _ VALVE If a water heater is installed in a closed water supply system...

Page 12: ... fitting of the water heater designated for the relief valve Positionthe valve downward and provide tubing so that any dischargewill 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 The discharge opening must not be blocked or m6 AIRGAP reducedin sizeunder any circumstances Excessive length _ over 30 ...

Page 13: ...ement 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 Diagrams HEA NG ELEMENT STANDARD WIRING FOR WIRING FOR 3 WIRE LEAD WATER HEATERS 2 WIRE LEAD WATER HEATERS NON SIMULTANEOUS OPERATION 240 VOLT NON SIMULTANEOUS OPERATION DOUBLE ELEMENT 240 VOLT DOUBLE ELEMENT TO ELECTRIC POWERSUPP...

Page 14: ...onnection Diagram is used when you are the one shown on the model rating plate Failure to connecting the water heater to power a supply that has a use the correct voltage can cause problems which can result in DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR Time Clock or OffPeak Meter To make these connec PROPERTY DAMAGE If you have any questions or tions refer to block I or 2 in this wiring diagram for the type d...

Page 15: ...iped to an adequate drain See Temperature Pressure Relief Valve in the Instructions for Installation section Donotcapor plug 5 Is the water heater completely filled with water See PilPng the Water Heater instruct ons in the Instructions for Installation section 6 Will a water leak damage anything See Locating the New Water Heater in the Instructions for Installation section 6 AIRGAP 7 Are the cold...

Page 16: ... valves Before changing the factory setting on the thermo stat read the Temperature Regulation section in LOWER THERMOSTAT ADJUSTABLE this manual BEHIND LOWER ACCESS PANEL AWARNING I Never allow small children to use a hot water tap or to draw their own bath water Never leave a Temperature Settings child or handicapped person unattended in a bath I tub or shower I HOT Is a thermostat setting of ap...

Page 17: ...er heater sure relief valve discharge line and 2 the water make sure the electrical supply to the water heater manually discharged will not cause any property is turned OFF Failure to do this could result in damage or bodily injury The water may be DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY extremely hot DAMAGE If after manually operating the valve it fails to completely reset and continues to releas...

Page 18: ... nearby hot water faucet and leave open to allow for draining 4 Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate to an ade quate drain or outdoors I 5 OPEN the water heater drain valve to allow for tank draining NOTE If the water heater is going to be shut down and drained for an extended period the drain valveshould be left open with hose connected allowing water to termi _ nate to an adequate dra...

Page 19: ...repeat I A WARNING these instructions I The water passing out of the drain valve may be extremely hot To avoid beincj scalded make sure all I To remove the element from your tankin order to clean or connections are tight and that the water flow is replace it d rected away from any person 1 Before beginning turn OFF the electric power supply to the water heater 4 Remove the two screws securing the ...

Page 20: ...event damage to the tank and heating element the tank must be filled with water _ X _ _ _ __ turningWater muStnoN flOWpower from the hot water faucet before 14 Check element for water leaks If leakage occurs tighten element or repeat steps 2 and 3 remove element and reposition gasket Then repeat steps 10 through 14 15 Reconnect the two wires to the element and then check to make sure the thermosta...

Page 21: ...rvice and Maintenance section 3 Turning counter clockwise remove the hex cap below the LOWERTHERMOSTAT UPPEROR LOWER screw handle WITHOUT HIGH UMIT THERMOSTATWITH HIGH LIMIT 4 Remove the washer and put the new one in place 5 Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain 17 Place the insulation block back in place so that it com valve and retighten using a wrench DO NOT OVER pletely covers ...

Page 22: ...are available for conditions we recommend the hot water faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink ordering through the Maytag Customer Service Contact the before any electrical appliances which are connect local water supplier and or call Maytag Customer Service at ed to the hot water system are used such as a dish 1 800 788 8899 for an authorized servicer for assistance in washer o...

Page 23: ...tric 2 Remove the two screws securing the access panel and company remove panel 6 Are the thermostats set to the desired temperature See 3 Remove the insulation block to expose the opening Temperature Regulation section 4 Reset the high fimit by pushing in the red button marked 7 If youhad experienced very hot water and now no hot RESET water the problem may be due to the high temperature shut off...

Page 24: ...ing AWARNING HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCKI 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 BODI LY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE Turn electrical power OFF remove accesspanels and fold back insulation If leaking around e ements follow J_roperdraining instructions and remove e...

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Page 26: ...ON HJ6401JLS 40 GALLON NOTE LOWER ELEMENT These water heaters have a 4500 watt lower element as standard Order part no 66001182 replacement dement However your specific model may be equipped with a non _ _ standard element Refer to model rating plate for wattage of a non standard lower element Give voltage and element wattage when ordering replacement part o 26 ...

Page 27: ...66001054 66001054 66001054 66001054 9 Thermostat w Hi Limit t 66001202 66001202 66001202 66001202 66001202 10 Terminal Cover 66001064 66001064 66001064 66001064 66001064 11 Lower Access Pane 66001199 66001199 66001199 66001199 66001199 12 Upper Access Panel 66001199 66001199 Manual 66001441 Also available at most hardware stores Not on ModeI HJ6401JRT2 tRef r to Wiring Diagram Section for verifica...

Page 28: ...RT 80 GALLON HJ61201JRT 119 GALLON NOTE LOWER ELEMENT These water heaters have a 4500 watt lower element as standard Order part no 66001182 _l_t _acementelement _ However your specific model may be equipped with a non i standard element Refer to model rating plate for wattage of a non standard lower element Give voltage and element wattage when ordering replacement part P 12 28 ...

Page 29: ...et 66001054 66001054 66001054 66001054 66001054 9 Thermostat w Hi Limit 66001202 66001202 66001202 66001202 66001202 10 Terminal Cover 66001064 66001064 66001064 66001064 6600 1064 11 Lower Access Panel 66001199 66001199 66001199 66001199 66001199 12 Upper Access Panel 66001199 66001199 66001199 66001199 Manual 66001441 Also available at most hardware stores NotonModelHJ6521JRT2 tRefer toWiringDia...

Page 30: ...ALLON NOTE LOWER ELEMENT and UPPER ELEMENT These water heaters have 4500 watt lower and upper elements as standard Order part no 66001182 replacement dement However your specific model may be equipped with non I standard elements_ Refer to model rating pla_efor wattage of non standard lower and upl_er elements Give voltage t and element wattage when ordeFmg replacement parts I 2 5 3 31 ...

Page 31: ...001202 Three Wire Lead Models t 12 Terminal Cover Lower Three Wire 66001064 66001064 66001064 66001064 66001064 13 Lower Access Panel 66001199 66001199 66001199 66001199 66001199 14 Upper Access Panel 66001199 66001199 66001199 66001199 66001199 15 Terminal Cover Upper 66001064 66001064 66001064 66001064 66001064 16 Upper Thermostat w Hi Limit 66001254 66001254 66001254 66001254 66001254 17 Thermo...

Page 32: ...202JRT 119 GALLON NOTE LOWER ELEMENT and UPPER ELEMENT These water heaters have 4500 watt lower and upper elements as standard Order part no 66001182 replacement element F However your specific model may be equipped with non I _ standard elements Refer to modelrating p_ate for wattage of non standard lower and upper elements Give voltage I I and element wattage when ordering replacement parts 32 ...

Page 33: ... 66001202 66001202 66001202 Three Wire Lead Models t 12 Terminal Cover Lower Thtee Wire 66001064 66001064 66001064 66001064 66001064 13 Lower AccessPanel 66001199 66001199 66001199 66001199 66001199 14 Upper AccessPanel 66001199 66001199 66001199 66001199 66001199 15 Terminal Cover Upper 66001064 66001064 66001064 66001064 66001064 16 Upper Thermostat w Hi Limit 66001254 66001254 66001254 66001254...

Page 34: ...01053 9000308 66001054 9000309 66001064 9002438 66001068 9001453 66001105 9002769 66001181 9000058 66001182 9000092 66001199 9000383 66001201 9000507 66001202 9000509 66001216 9000728 66001248 9001308 66001249 9001309 66001250 9001828 66001254 9001954 66001268 9002276 66001303 9002542 66001306 9002546 66001307 9002547 66001308 9002548 66001309 9002549 66001415 9001583 66001441 0002918660 34 ...

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Page 36: ... 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 cov erage for tanks that are proven to be defective in material or wo...