LEAKAGE CHECKPOINTS
Read this manual first. Then before checking the water heater make sure the electrical power supply has been turned “OFF” before checking the tank for leakage.
*A. Condensation and dripping may be seen on pipes if the water temperature is low in humid weather or pipe connections may be
| leaking. |
| B. Small amounts of water from |
| may be due to thermal expansion or high water pressure in your |
| area. If the valve is not piped to an open drain the released water |
| could be mistaken for a leaking heater. |
| *C. The |
| fitting. |
| E. The element may be leaking at the tank fitting. Turn electrical power |
| “OFF”, remove outer door, insulation block and pad. If leaking |
| around the 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 “Installing the New Water Heater” |
| section. |
FIGURE 24. | E. Water from a drain valve may be due to the valve being slightly |
| opened. |
| *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 relief valve. DO NOT |
| replace the water heater until a full inspection of all possible |
| water sources is made and necessary corrective steps taken. |
| Leakage from other appliances, water lines, or ground seepage |
| should also be checked. |
| * To check where threaded portion enters tank, insert cotton swab |
| between jacket opening and fitting. If cotton is wet, follow |
| “Draining” instructions in the “Periodic 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 “Installing the New Water Heater” section. |
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