In this blog, I want to provide a brief checklist for water heater safety and Maintenance tips:
Safety:
- Temperature Pressure Relief (TPR) valve is installed properly (5 to 6 inches away from the floor, not capped and not threaded at the end)
- Vent Pipe is Installed Properly (for Gas WH)
- Seismic Straps are installed on the water heater body at least 2, top and down (For Areas Prone to Geological Activity, Earthquakes)
- Water Temperature is adjusted to less than 120 Fahrenheit
- Water Heater’s Source of Ignition is at least 18 inches away from the floor in a garage (Except for FVIR WHs)
Maintenance:
- Install a Water Shutoff Valve in case of emergency or draining your WH
- Install a Gas Shutoff Valve in case of emergency or turning off your source (for Gas WH)
- Once a year Flush your Water Heater to avoid any sediment buildup inside of WH (by using drain valve at the bottom of WH body)
- Test your TPR valve by lifting the lever on the pressure-relief valve and let discharge pipe connected to TPR valve releases water (if it does not release water, replace the valve)
- Replace WH anode rod inside for extending your water heater body service life (Consult with a Licensed Plumber about it)
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