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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 1-800-788-8899
for 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.
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.
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.
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.
C Small 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.
E The 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.
