Hot Water Heater Drain Valve

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Hot water heater drain valve.

Open the pressure relief valve on top of the water heater. Shank poly water heater drain valve with handgrip handle model sp12039 4 93 4 93. The drain valve holds back all the water in the tank so for obvious reasons you must drain the tank completely before removing the old valve. Follow all of the necessary steps for shutting down your water heater before draining the tank.

The best and safest way to change your drain valve is when the hot water tank has been emptied. In this episode of repair and replace. If you tried to unscrew the drain valve and the plastic broke in half the remaining stem will be difficult to remove. You will need to shut off the power and gas if applicable supply before starting.

The process works best if you allow the water to cool for 12 to 24 hours although you can drain sooner if you wear protective clothing to avoid splashes. This valve has brass construction for durability and resists rust and corrosion. Open the drain valve and begin to drain the tank. Brass npt x male hose thread water heater drain valve offers a durable high quality replacement that will provide years of service.

Now is the time to activate your pump if you ve chosen to use one let the tank drain. Rheem protech 2 1 4 in. Twinkle star 3 4 inch ips isolator tankless water heater service valve kit with pressure relief valve clean brass construction 4 7 out of 5 stars 50 55 99 55. The everbilt 3 4 in.

This will eliminate the negative pressure in. Alternatively turn on a hot water faucet. Proper water heater repair and maintenance requires you to drain your water heater from time to time.