LEAKAGE CHECKPOINTS
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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 Sears Service Center to check the water heater.
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.
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.Small amounts of water from the
C.*The
D.The element may be leaking at the tank fitting.
E.The element may be leaking at the tank fitting.
F.*The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting.
G.Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may be from condensation, loose connections or the temperature- pressure relief valve. DO NOT replace the water heater until a full inspection of all possible water sources is made and necessary corrective steps taken.
H.Check anode rod fitting for leak.
Note: Models with optional fitting locations on top, check for leaks at plugs.
Leakage from other appliances, water lines, or ground seepage should also be checked.
Note: To check where threaded portion enters tank, insert cotton swab between jacket opening and fitting. If cotton is wet, follow “Draining” instructions in the “Service and Maintenance” section and then remove fitting. Put pipe dope or teflon tape on the threads and replace. Then follow “Filling the Water Heater” instructions in the “Installation Instructions” section.
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