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1. Types of Hot <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span>s&#160;...
(Uncategorised)
Do you know what type of hot water heater that have? Or are you considering a new hot water heater and you want to compare the different types? Either way this article provides valuable information that ...
Created on 08 October 2019
2. Purchasing Hot <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span> Elements&#160;...
(Electric Water Heaters)
If you have determined that your water heate elements are bad, you are going to need to purchase new ones. There are a few things to keep in mind before you run to the hardware store or order online. Not ...
Created on 20 April 2016
3. Testing <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span> Element Continuity&#160;...
(Electric Water Heaters)
Testing a water heater element for continuity is fairly simple when you have the right tester. If power is not going through the element, it will not heat. No heat, no hot water, simple. Not sure if ...
Created on 20 April 2016
4. Wiring an Electric Hot <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span>&#160;...
(Electric Water Heaters)
Why would wiring an electric water heater be something you would even think about attempting? To troubleshoot an electric water heater, you need to understand how the wiring works. There are safety concerns ...
Created on 09 April 2016
5. <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span> Gas Valve Problems&#160;...
(Gas Water Heaters)
Working on a hot water heater gas valve is not a repair for your average homeowner. Replacing is is generally the only option. There are several things you want to check before you assume your gas ...
Created on 09 April 2016
6. Blocked <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span> Vents&#160;...
(Gas Water Heaters)
A blocked water heater vent can be a serious problem. Gas hot water heaters burn fossil fuels that generate, carbon monoxide, a dangerous and deadly gas. Before you assume that your vent is blocked you ...
Created on 18 March 2016
7. Checking <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span> Vent Draft&#160;...
(Gas Water Heaters)
Checking a water heaters vent draft is an important safety concern. The fumes from a hot water heater contain carbon monoxide and can make you sick or even be lethel at certain levels. Making sure that ...
Created on 18 March 2016
8. Gas <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span> Vent Repair&#160;...
(Gas Water Heaters)
Is a water heater vent an important part of your home. Yes, for more than one reason. Your gas hot water heater needs air to operate. Once the gas is burned the fumes need somewhere to go. Not sure if ...
Created on 18 March 2016
9. Testing <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span> Thermostats&#160;...
(Electric Water Heaters)
Testing water heater thermostats is important in locating water heater problems. The upper thermostat controls both the upper and lower element. When it goes bad you don't have any hot water at all. Thi ...
Created on 18 March 2016
10. Testing for Ground on <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span> Elements&#160;...
(Electric Water Heaters)
Testing for ground on water heater elements is a fairly simple test that only takes a few minutes. You should also 'test for continuity' at the same time. These tests require that you shut off the powe ...
Created on 17 March 2016
11. <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span> Element Testing&#160;...
(Electric Water Heaters)
When you don't have hot water your elements may be at fault. Electric water heater element testing is one way to determine if one or both of them are bad. For a typical electric water heater you hav ...
Created on 17 March 2016
12. How To Turn On a <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span>&#160;...
(Water Heaters)
The method for how to turn on a water heater involves a few steps. It sounds like a simple thing, but there is procedure that should be followed. You will have to follow different steps for gas and electric ...
Created on 16 March 2016
13. How To Turn Off a Hot <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span>&#160;...
(Water Heaters)
This article primarily deals with how to turn off a gas hot water heater. Failure to follow the proper steps may result in damage to the internal elements of the water tank. There are only a handful of ...
Created on 15 March 2016
14. How To Drain a <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span>&#160;...
(Water Heaters)
Knowing how to drain a water heater will make doing various repairs and maintenance items on your water tank much easier. When would you need to drain your tank? A common task is 'removing sediment' an ...
Created on 15 March 2016
15. <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span> Pilot Light Igniter&#160;...
(Gas Water Heaters)
Using a water heater pilot light igniter is easier than matches or hand held lighters. Many newer models have them. You just have to follow the instructions and then depress the button a few times. Not ...
Created on 12 March 2016
16. How To Light a <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span>&#160;...
(Gas Water Heaters)
You need to know how to light a water heater when your pilot light goes out. Without the pilot light a gas hot water heater will not work and you won't have any hot water. Lighting the pilot light wil ...
Created on 12 March 2016
17. <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span> Lighting Instructions&#160;...
(Gas Water Heaters)
Lighting a pilot light for a gas hot water heater is not a difficult task. However, it can be irritating if you don't follow the instructions for your particular hot water heater. You need to follow th ...
Created on 12 March 2016
18. <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span> Pilot Light&#160;...
(Gas Water Heaters)
A water heater pilot light is used to ignite the gas that heats the water. You may go for a long time and not realize that your pilot light has been faithfully serving you. When the pilot light stops ...
Created on 12 March 2016
19. Replacing a <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span> Pressure Relief Valve&#160;...
(Water Heaters)
Replacing a water heater pressure relief valve is not a difficult repair. It will require that you shut down the hot water tank prior to starting the repair. Are you sure that you need a new pressure ...
Created on 12 March 2016
20. Checking a <span class="highlight">Water</span> <span class="highlight">Heater</span> Pressure Relief Valve&#160;...
(Water Heaters)
...  Water Heater Troubleshooting' and 'Troubleshooting Electric Water Heaters' for a listing of all the water heater topics. Checking the Valve It is possible the water heater pressure relief valve is n ...
Created on 12 March 2016
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