Maytag HRE2940T User Guide

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  • Maytag HRE2940T | User Guide - Page 1
    OR OPERATING THIS WATER HEATER. Save this Manual for Future Reference. Printed in the U.S.A. 0104 FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING Caution: Read and Follow All Safety Rules and Operating Instructions Before First Use of This Product. Part No. 66001711 184741-000
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    this manual for assistance consult your local utility or call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer for warning and instruction labels from Maytag for placement on the jacket directly over the existing labels. WARNING Do not use this appliance if any part of it has
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    Instructions model rating plate. Failure to use the correct voltage can cause problems which can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE kitchen sink before any electrical appliances which are connected to the hot water system are used (such as a dishwasher or washing machine). If
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    Tools Needed ...7 Accessories ...7 Tools ...7 Instructions for Installation...8-17 Removing the Old Water and Replacement ...22-24 Drain Valve Washer Replacement ...24 Service...24 Troubleshooting ...25-27 Start Up Conditions...25 Leakage Checkpoints ...27 Repair Parts List...28-34 Warranty ...36 4
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    , it should give you years of trouble free service. It is strongly suggested that this new water heater be professionally installed, call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for recommended installers. Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual U.L. - Underwriters Laboratories Inc. NEC
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    5500 17.3 17.3 25 25″ 321/4″ 20 30 12 10 HRE2940S HRE3940S 40 3800 3800 5500 17.3 17.3 25 201/2″ 44″ 20 30 12 10 HRE2940T HRE3940T 40 3800 3800 5500 17.3 17.3 25 18″ 591/2″ 20 30 12 10 Model Tank Capacity In Gallons Element Wattage at 240 Volt Upper
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    accessories depending on your type of installation. Call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized installer. EXPANSION TANKS FOR THERMAL EXPANSION CONDITIONS AVAILABLE IN 2 GALLON (PART NUMBER 66001013) AND 5 GALLON (PART NUMBER 66001014) CAPACITY DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE IN 22
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    Instructions for Installation Removing the Old Water Heater 1 Turn "OFF" electrical supply to the water heater. 2 Turn "OFF" the water supply to the water heater at
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    Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Locating The New Water Heater You should carefully choose an indoor location for the new water heater, because the placement is a very important consideration for the safety of the occupants in the building and for the most economical use of the appliance.
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    a 240 volt system. Read and follow water heater warnings and instructions.If after reading these instructions in this manual, if you do not understand any portion, call Maytag Customer Service at 1800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer. WARNING Before making the conversion to 5500 watts, check the
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    hardware stores. Follow manufacturers instructions for installation of the Temperature Regulation" section in this manual. *See illustration on page call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer on with the water heater. The above parts must be installed in the appropriate
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    certain that no contact is made with any live electrical part. The discharge opening must not be blocked or reduced manually operating the valve, it fails to completely reset and continues to release water, immediately close the cold water inlet to the water heater, follow the draining instructions
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    Repair as needed. Converting the Lower Element These instructions only cover the conversion of the convertible element, read this entire manual these instructions and this manual, if you do not understand any portion, call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer. NOTE
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    Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Converting the Lower Element (cont'd) 1. Before terminal cover from thermostat. 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".
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    Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Converting the Lower Element (cont'd) 7. The wire removed from terminal 2 has a looped end. It must remain looped and now be placed (as
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    Instructions for Installation (cont'd) Wiring Diagrams STANDARD WIRING FOR 2 WIRE LEAD WATER HEATERS NON-SIMULTANEOUS OPERATION 240 VOLT DOUBLE ELEMENT TO ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY BLACK RED
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    Instructions model rating plate. Failure to use the correct voltage can cause problems which can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE heater made by a competent electrician. Call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer. 1. Provide a way to easily
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    Product Specifications" section? 3. Are the wires from the circuit breaker or fuse service to the water heater's junction box on the correct wire size (gauge) to the water heater correctly? See "Water Piping" instructions in the "Instructions for Installation" section. 6″ AIR GAP FLOOR DRAIN 8.
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    Service supply or hardware stores. Follow manufacturers instructions for installation of the valves. Before is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heater before proceeding. range of 120°-140°F recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers. Temperature Setting 160°F 150°F 140°F
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    If the temperature-pressure relief valve on the appliance weeps or discharges periodically, this may be due to thermal expansion. Your water heater may have a check valve installed in the water line or a water meter with a check valve. Call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized
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    box. WARNING HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure the electrical supply to the water heater the drain valve. 7. Follow "Filling the Water Heater" instructions in the "Instructions for Installation" section. 8. Turn "ON" power to the
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    Service and Maintenance (cont'd) Thermostat Removal (cont'd) 9. Put plastic terminal cover back in place. 10. Replace the insulation block and pad to cover the thermostat. 11. Replace access panel, then turn the electric power "ON". Element Cleaning/ Replacement NOTE: These instructions are written
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    Service and Maintenance (cont'd) 6. Lift out the tab as shown to unclip the A new gasket should be used in all cases to prevent a possible water leak. (See Element Gasket in the Repair Parts Chart). Place the new element gasket on the thread side of the cleaned or new element and screw into tank,
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    Turn "ON" electric power to water heater. HANDLE AND CAP ASSEMBLY WASHER Service Before calling for repair service, read the "Start Up Conditions" and "Operational Conditions" found in the "Troubleshooting" section of this manual. If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the operation of
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    Troubleshooting these types of problems. When these Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer appliances which are connected to the hot water system are used (such as a dishwasher metal parts during periods thermostat. Follow the resetting instructions which refer to the
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    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. and element. 10. If you can not determine the problem, then call the Maytag Service Department. 6. Replace the access panel. WATER IS TOO HOT
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    taken. Leakage from other appliances, water lines, or ground seepage should also be checked. *NOTE: To check where threaded portion enters tank, insert cotton swab between jacket opening and fitting. If cotton is wet, follow "Draining" instructions in the "Service and Maintenance" sec- tion
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    Repair Parts List MAYTAG ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS HRE2930T HRE3930T HRE2940S HRE3940S HRE2940T HRE3940T 30 GALLON 30 GALLON 40 GALLON 40 GALLON 40 GALLON 40 GALLON NOTE: UPPER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with 3800 watt elements.
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    5 Drain Valve Washer 17⁄32″ x Manual 66001711 *Also available at most hardware stores. †Refer to Wiring Diagram Section for verification. #Not Illustrated Now that you have purchased this water heater, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply call Maytag Customer Service
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    Repair Parts List (cont'd) MAYTAG ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS HRE2940L HRE3940L 40 GALLON 40 or 5500 watts. Convertible elements are not offered as replacement parts. If a replacement 3800 watt, 240 volt element is needed, order part no. 66001106 replacement element. If, at the time of
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    66001708 66001708 # Manual 66001711 *Also available at most hardware stores. †Refer to Wiring Diagram Section for verification. #Not Illustrated Now that you have purchased this water heater, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788
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    Repair Parts List (cont'd) MAYTAG ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS HRE2950S element. If, at the time of installation, the water heater was converted to operate at 5500 watts, order part number 66001107 replacement element. (See model rating plate "If Converted" box). 21 23 22 20 3 1 19
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    5 Drain Valve Washer 17⁄32″ x Manual 66001711 *Also available at most hardware stores. †Refer to Wiring Diagram Section for verification. #Not Illustrated Now that you have purchased this water heater, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply call Maytag Customer Service
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    Repair Parts List (cont'd) MAYTAG ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MAYTAG/STATE PART NUMBER CONVERSION KEY MAYTAG STATE 66001007 9002437 66001008 9002436 66001009 9002435 66001011 9001609 66001012 9001608 66001013 ETC2X 66001014 ETC5X 66001015 9002401 66001021 9001584 66001053 9000308
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    Notes 35
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    , any Parts which fail due to a defect in materials or workmanship, will be replaced or repaired free of charge for the part itself, with SERVICE To locate an authorized service company in your area contact the Maytag dealer from whom your appliance was purchased; or call Maytag Customer Service
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FOR POTABLE WATER
HEATING ONLY
NOT SUITABLE FOR
SPACE HEATING
Caution:
Read and Follow All
Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions
Before First Use of
This Product.
Save this Manual for Future Reference.
WARNING
READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE
COVER AND THEN THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR
OPERATING THIS WATER HEATER.
Model Numbers
HRE2930T
HRE3930T
HRE2940L
HRE3940L
HRE2940S
HRE3940S
HRE2940T
HRE3940T
HRE2950S
HRE3950S
HRE2950T
HRE3950T
HRE2966T
HRE3966T
ELECTRIC
WATER HEATER
USER’S GUIDE
GAMA certification applies to all residential
electric water heaters with capacities of 20 to
120 Gallons. Input rating of 12 Kw or less at a
voltage no greater than 250 V.
Series Nine
Printed in the U.S.A. 0104
Part No. 66001711
184741-000