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Uninstalling an Electric Water Heater

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  1. Uninstalling an Electric Water Heater, Water Heater: stap 1, afbeelding 1 van 1
    • At the breaker box, locate the breaker for the water heater. Switch the breaker bar to the off position.

    • Using a multimeter, check the line voltage at the water heater. The multimeter should read "0 VAC."

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    • Using a Phillips #0 screwdriver, remove the access panel (or panels) to access the thermostat and element.

    • Some electric water heater models may have only one access panel, located near the bottom of the tank. Some may have two— both an upper and lower access panel.

    • Set aside the access panel cover and screws. Remove the insulation to expose the wires, thermostat, and element.

    • Disconnect the wiring from the electrical components in the panel.

  3. Uninstalling an Electric Water Heater, Draining the tank: stap 4, afbeelding 1 van 1
    • Attach a hose to the drain valve located at the bottom of the tank, near the lower access panel. Place the other end of the hose in a safe location for the water to drain.

    • Open the drain valve on the water heater by turning it counter-clockwise.

    • Once you have a steady flow of water coming out of the hose, slowly close the cold water valve to the water heater by turning it clockwise.

    • If the water flow slows down, you can open a sink or tub faucet to help the tank drain quicker.

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    • Using adjustable pliers, disconnect the water lines from the tank.

    • If the lines are glued in place, you will need to use a steel wire saw to disconnect the water line.

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    • Using a pipe wrench, detach all remaining pipes from the tank.

  6. Uninstalling an Electric Water Heater: stap 7, afbeelding 1 van 1
    • Remove the water tank.

    • The tank will have sediment and some water in it. It will be heavy and require at least 2 people to move it safely.

    • To install a new water heater, follow the manufacturer's installation instructions included with the new appliance.

Conclusie

To install a new water heater, follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions provided with the new water heater.

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Lindsay Martin

Lid sinds: 09/20/17

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If you have enough assistance to transport the unit outside the house, taking apart an old water heater is simple. Components, mounting hardware, and other aspects of a water heater can all be removed independently. Nonetheless, it takes strength to pull the old water from its place and move it outside for proper disposal.

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