Maytag HRX40DERS Element Cleaning Replacement cont’d, Drain Valve Washer Replacement, Service

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Service and Maintenance (cont’d)

Element Cleaning/

Replacement (cont’d)

16.Replace the terminal cover on the thermostat making sure that the locking tabs on the terminal cover are in place.

Lift out tab to clip terminal cover to thermostat.

LOWER THERMOSTAT

UPPER OR LOWER

WITHOUT HIGH LIMIT

THERMOSTAT WITH

 

HIGH LIMIT

Drain Valve Washer

Replacement

NOTE: For replacement, use a 17⁄32″ x 13⁄64″ x 1⁄8″ thick washer available at your nearest hardware store. For ordering a replacement washer, refer to the “Repair Parts” section.

1.Before beginning turn “OFF” the electrical power supply to the water heater.

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.

2.Follow “Draining” instructions in the “Service and Maintenance” section.

3.Turning counter clockwise, remove the hex cap below the screw handle.

17.Place the insulation block and pad back in place so that it completely covers the thermostat and element.

18.Replace access panel.

19.Turn “ON” electric power to water heater.

4.Remove the washer and put the new one in place.

5.Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain valve and retighten using a wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

6.Follow “Filling the Water Heater” instructions in the “Instructions for Installation” section.

7.Check for leaks.

8.Turn “ON” electric power to the 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 opera- tion of the water heater, let a qualified person check it out.

Call a Maytag Service Specialist at 1-800-365-0024.

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Contents Electric Water Heater USER’S Guide Safety Instructions DEATH, Serious Bodily INJURY, or Property DamageSafety Instructions cont’d Table of Contents Customer Information Product Specifications HRX30DERT HRX40DERS HRX40DERT HRX52DERSAccessories and Tools Needed AccessoriesAdditional Tools Needed When Sweat Soldering ToolsInstructions for Installation Removing the Old Water HeaterInstructions for Installation cont’d Typical InstallationLocating The New Water Heater Check ALL Connections for LeaksWater Piping Valve and Pipe InsulationTemperature-Pressure Relief Valve Tion of production of listed equipment or materialsWiring Diagrams Filling the Water HeaterWiring Length in any ground return path does not exceed 6 feetInstallation Checklist Model Rating PlateService and Maintenance Temperature RegulationTemperature Settings ThermostatsService and Maintenance cont’d Thermostat AdjustmentsTemperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation Anode Rod InspectionThermostat Removal/Replacement DrainingElement Cleaning Replacement Thermostat Removal cont’dService and Maintenance cont’d Service Element Cleaning Replacement cont’dDrain Valve Washer Replacement Operational Conditions TroubleshootingStart Up Conditions Troubleshooting cont’d Not Enough or no HOT WaterLeakage Checkpoints LY INJURY, or Property DamageHRX52DERS Repair Parts ListMaytag Electric Water Heaters Model Numbers HRX40DERS Description Part Numbers Repair Parts List cont’dKEY Part Maytag Electric Water Heaters Model Numbers HRX30DERT HRX40DERTHRX52DERT HRX66DERTHRX40DERT State / Maytag Part Number Conversion KEY Statemaytag Page Page Page Warranty Full ONE Year Warranty

HRX40DERS, HRX82DERT, HRX40DERT, HRX52DERS, HRX66DERT specifications

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