TROUBLESHOOTING (Continued)

These guidelines should be used by a qualified Maytag Customer Service Center Agent. Call the

Maytag Customer Service Center at 1-800-788-8899 for assistance.

Problem

Cause

Solution

 

 

 

 

Blower will not run.

 

 

A) “ON/OFF” control switch turned off

Turn switch to the “ON” position.

 

B) Blower unplugged.

Plug blower back into 115 VAC outlet.

 

C) No power at outlet.

Repair service to outlet.

 

D) Thermostat defective.

Replace thermostat.

 

E) Control harness defective.

Replace control harness.

NOT ENOUGH

F) High limit control circuit open.

Replace ECO.

G) Blower motor defective.

Replace blower assembly.

HOT WATER

Thermostat problems.

 

 

 

 

A) Thermostat set too low.

Set temperature control higher.

 

B) Thermostat or ECO defective.

Replace thermostat or ECO as required.

 

Others.

 

 

A) Heater undersized.

Reduce hot water use.

 

B) Low gas pressure.

Contact dealer.

 

C) Incoming water is unusually cold.

Allow more time for heater to reheat.

 

D) Leaking hot water pipes or fixtures.

Have plumber check and repair leaks.

 

A) Not enough dilution air to mix with flue gases.

Proper dilution air must be provided for dilution of flue

VENT PIPE TOO HOT

 

temp. Refer to “Installation Instructions” section.

B) Dilution air too hot for mixing with flue gases.

Check for heat sources around and/or blockage of

(ABOVE 170OF

 

dilution air intake at draft hood. (see page 28).

 

 

 

C) Wrong burner assembly.

Install correct orifice.

 

A) Dirt in burner ports.

Turn off heater and gas, clean burner head.

YELLOW FLAME

B) Combustion air path restricted.

Check dilution air intake, exhaust venting and air openings

 

in bottom base pan for obstructions or blockage.

 

 

 

C) Not enough dilution air.

Check dilution air intake for obstructions or blockage.

 

A) Water on the floor under heater.

See “Condensation” section.

CONDENSATION

B) Water dripping from the blower assembly.

Provide drip “TEE” to catch condensation from horizontal

 

 

section of exhaust vent close to blower assembly.

 

Improperly sealed, hot or cold supply connections,

Tighten threaded connections.

WATER LEAKS

relief valve, drain valve or thermostat threads.

 

Leakage from other appliances or water lines.

Inspect other appliances near the water heater.

 

 

Condensation of flue products.

See “Condensation” section.

 

Thermal expansion in closed water system.

Install thermal expansion tank (DO NOT plug T & P valve).

LEAKING T & P

Improperly seated valve.

Check relief valve for proper operation (DO NOT plug

 

 

T & P valve).

HOT WATER ODORS

High sulfate or mineral content in water supply.

Drain and flush heater thoroughly then refill.

(Refer to Smelly Water)

Bacteria in water supply.

Chlorinate water supply.

WATER TOO HOT

Thermostat set too high.

Refer to TEMPERATURE REGULATION.

WATER HEATER SOUNDS

Condensation dripping on burner.

See “Condensation” section.

Sediment at bottom of heater tank.

Clean sediment from tank. Refer to “Draining” instruction

SIZZLING-RUMBLING

 

in “Maintenance” section of manual.

 

 

SOOTING

Improper combustion.

Refer to “Combustion Air and Ventilation” on pages 11-14.

HEATER LIGHTS BUT GOES

Outlet polarity is reversed.

Test polarity and correct.

 

 

OUT IN 4-5 SECONDS

 

 

 

 

 

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HRN11240P, HRP11240P, HRN11275P, HRP11250P, HRP31275P specifications

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