Maytag HRE11240S, HRE41282T Leakage Checkpoints, Not Enough Or No Hot Water, Water Is Too Hot

5.Replace the insulation cap with handle so that it completely covers the thermostat and element.

6.Replace the access panel.

7.Turn “ON” electric power to the water heater.

If the high limit must be reset again, call Maytag customer Service at 1-800-788-8899for an authorized servicer to find out why the high limit turned “OFF” the electric power.

NOT ENOUGH OR NO HOT WATER

1.In a new installation, the water heater may not be properly connected. Make sure the cold water supply valve is open. Review and check piping installation. Make sure that the cold water line is connected to the cold water inlet to the water heater and the hot water line to the hot water outlet on the water heater.

2.Make sure the electrical supply to your water heater is “ON”.

3.Check for loose or blown fuses in your water heater circuit. Circuit breakers weaken with age and may not handle their rated load and should be replaced.

4.Make certain the disconnect switch, if used, is in the “ON” position.

5.Check to see the electric service to your house has not been interrupted. If this is the case, contact the electric company.

6.Is the thermostat 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 longer time to become heated.

9.The hot water usage may exceed the capacity of the water heater. If so, wait for water heater to recover after abnormal demand. Also examine pipes and faucets for possible water leaks.

10.If you can not determine the problem, then call the Maytag Service Department.

WATER IS TOO HOT

Adjust the thermostat to a lower setting. See the “Temperature Regulation” section.

Leakage Checkpoints

Read this manual first. Then before checking the water heater make sure the electric supply has been turned “OFF”, and never turn the electric supply “on” before the tank is completely full of water.

Use this guide to check a “Leaking” water heater. Many suspected “Leakers” are not leaking tanks. Often the source of the water can be found and corrected.

If you are not thoroughly familiar with electric codes, the water heater, and safety practices, contact your local utility or call

Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899 for an authorized servicer to check the water heater.

Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water. To prevent damage to the tank and heating element, the tank must be filled with water. The water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning “ON” power.

A*Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid weather or pipe connections may be leaking.

B*The primary anode rod may be leaking.

CSmall amounts of water from the temperature-pressure relief valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water pressure in your area.

D*The temperature-pressure relief valve may be leaking at the tank fitting.

EThe element may be leaking at the tank fitting.

Turn electrical power “OFF”, remove access panel and insulation cap with handle. If leaking around element, follow proper draining instructions and remove element. Reposition or replace gasket on element. Place element into opening and tighten securely. Then follow “Filling the Water Heater” instructions in the “Installation Instructions” section.

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