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LEAKAGE CHECKPOINTS
INSTRUCTIONS: USE THIS ILLUSTRATION AS A GUIDE WHEN CHECKING FOR SOURCES OF WATER LEAKAGE. YOU OR
YOUR DEALER MAY BE ABLE TO CORRECT WHAT APPEARS TO BE A PROBLEM.
Water on side of the tank may be condensation due to the
panel or insulation not being in place.
Relief valve operation and leakage may be due to water
expansion during heating cycle or foreign material on seat
of valve. If the valve is not piped to an open drain the
released water could be mistaken for a leaking heater. To
check where threaded portion enters tank, insert Q-tip or
similar absorbent material between jacket opening and
valve to swab spud area. Remove valve* if leak is indicated
and repair with pipe joint compound.
Water leaks at the elements may be due to:
1. Defective element which leaks at terminals or through
flange. Replace element*.
2. Loose element/gasket leak:
Flange type: Tighten screws with wrench. If leak
continues remove element* and discard gasket.
Clean gasket seating areas and reinstall element
with new gasket.
NOTE: Part No. 5288 scale cleaning replacement
screws available where threads have become rusted
or damaged, preventing tightening.
Condensation and dripping may appear on pipes when cold
water temperature is low. Pipe fitting may be leaking.
All water which appears at the heater bottom or on the surrounding floor
may be caused by condensation, loose connections or relief valve
operation and leakage. Do not replace the heater until a full inspection of
all potential leak points is made and corrective steps taken to stop the
leak. Leakage from other appliances, water lines or ground seepage
should also be suspected until proven otherwise.
Where possible, remove or lift top cover to examine threads of
fittings installed into tank for evidence of leakage. Correct fitting
leaks as necessary.
Drain valve leakage could be from the
valve itself. Either correct the problem
or replace the valve.* To check for
leakage where threaded portion enters
tank, insert Q-tip or similar absorbent
material between jacket opening and
valve to swab spud area. Remove valve*
if leak is indicated and repair with pipe
joint compound.
*Contact your dealer as it is necessary
to shut off electricity and drain tank to
perform procedure.
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