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Flush
water heater each 6 month. Gas
and electric heaters.Flushing prevents sediment build-up. Resource: How to flush water heater Sediment reduces efficiency Applies to gas and electric water heaters Tank pops and rumbles, then sediment is inside tank. Electric water heater efficiency can be fully restored, while gas water heater cannot This is why flushing gas water heater once each 6 months is best plan. Resource: How to clean sediment out of tank |
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Inspect
tank for leaks each 6 months Gas and electric Prevent water damage Resource: Leaking water heater |
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Maintain
faucets so water heater runs less: Gas and electic Fix leaks so hot water is not running out of tank Install dual-handle faucets Do not lift Single handle faucets in center or cold water enters tank Single handle faucets: check for crossover Resource: Crossover |
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Raise
and gently lower TP valve lever 1 time year Applies to gas and electric water heaters Resource: How to test and replace TP valve TP valve code |
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Clean
air intake regularly Gas heaters only Avoid FVIR lockout Applies to gas water heaters, electric hybrid water heaters, but not to tank-type electric Do not install gas water heater in dusty environment. Resource: Troubleshoot gas water heater |
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Inspect
gas water heater combustion chamber 1 time per
year Gas heaters only Flame should be strong and clear blue. Yellow flame indicates insuffucient air. Read product manual for advisories and maintenance Resource: Clean gas water heater burner and flueway |
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Inspect
and replace anode rod Applies to gas and electric heaters Anode rod prevents steel tank from rusting Remove and Inspect anode each 1-3 years Resource: How to replace anode rod Use power anode rod when water heater has chronic odor problem Water softeners accelerate anode consumption because they eliminate the formation of scale in the water heater tank Light scale formation in a water heater is desirable since it forms a barrier film on the exposed steel surfaces in the tank such as pipe connections and weld areas. Resource: Read AO Smith pdf |
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Test
pressure Gas and electric Pressure over 80 psi can damage water heater and damage plumbing pipes. Faucets do not last as long, water heater can fail \50 psi is good Put BTG100 or similar gauge on water heater drain valve. If pressure is high, then install pressure reducting valve. Buy pressure gauges at Amazon Water pressure gauges Watts telltale Pressure Gauge 276H300 Resources:: Test for high and low pressure Pressure reducing valve Expansion tank Telltale pressure gauge is left in place for a day, and marks the highest pressure so user can tell if there are pressure spikes that are causing TP valve to leak water, or other possible problems |
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Reduce
pressure with expansion tank Pressure over 80 psi can damage water heater and pipes over time Install expansion tank anywhere on cold water line, between any check valve and water heater Tank will allow hot water to expand water in water line preventing long-term damaging to pipes and fixtures and water heater Water confined to a storage tank or piping system, when subjected to a temperature rise of 10°F (increasing from 75° to 85°),increases pressure from 50 psi to 250 psi Buy: Expansion tanks at Amazon Resource: Expansion Tank Installation pdf Closed system / pdf |
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Clean
air for gas water heater Gas water heater only Clean air intake yearly Gas water heaters today need clean environment, and plenty of fresh air Do not install gas water heater in dusty environment Resources: Troubleshoot resources for gas water heater Understand and prevent FVIR problems |
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Understand
safety precautions Gas and electric Read more about safety precaution for gas and electric water heaters Resources: Safety precautions FVIR water heater |
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Reduce
consumption = tank lasts
longer Applies to gas and electric water heaters Resource: 9 Ways to save with a water heater |
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DIY
Troubleshoot
resources Resources: Troubleshoot resources for electric Troubleshoot resources for gas Leaking water heater Repair water heater valves Tank: professional water heater forum |
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 Drip pan saves damage See drip pan installation Water heater drip pans at Amazon |
Water
heater drip
pan Gas and electric Avoid major damage to home caused by tank rupture and leaking. Install drip pan under water heater. Set heater on bricks so water hose can be connected to drain valve Resources: See drip pan installation Also Read: Leaking water heater |
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flexible copper connections Gas and electric Avoid leaks, makes repairs easier Braided steel connections have rubber inside that can deteriorate and cause black particles in water Stainless steel connections can react and deteriorate with soft water |
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Electrically ground water pipes on top of heater Gas and electric With advent of plastic pipe and changes in electric code, most homes do not have stray current along water pipes. Water heaters that rust out quickly might be connected to water pipes that are not grounded. Hot water pipes are not grounded in many homes. Read Pdf To get 'rid of stray current corrosion, jumper between hot and cold pipes with #6 solid copper wire. And check that cold water pipe is grounded to main panel and to grounding rod. Read1 Read2 Check that water heater is bonded to electrical ground: this action will prevent electrocution. |
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Factory-installed
heat trap nipples and inserts might clogGas and electric Remove heat traps. Install pex-lined nipple or brass nipple. Prevent low water pressure problems. Installing new water heater can dislodge debris that sticks on the heat traps, lowers pressure Resource: Low hot water pressure |
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Read
product manual Read and understand the product installation Check the warranty Each product has Safety precautions Perform the Required maintenance Resources: Water heater manufacturers Find age of water heater by serial number |
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Water
heater failure data from Insurance industry Larger image Prevent rusted tank failure with anode rod Inspect tank each 6 months to prevent other failures Set water heater in drip pan to help prevent loss Resource: 9-ways to save with water heater Set tank in drip pan to prevent water damage Resource: See installation image |
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