Draining The Water Heater - Rheem Residential Electric Models Use & Care Manual

After a very long shut-down period, the water heater's operation and con-
trols should be checked by qualified service personnel. Make certain the
water heater is completely filled before again placing it in operation .
6. DRAINING THE WATER HEATER —
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CAUTION
Always shut off power to water heater before draining water.
In order to drain water heater, turn off the power supply, then turn off cold
water supply. Next, it is necessary to open a hot water faucet or lift the han-
dle on the relief valve to admit air to the tank, and KEEP OPEN. Attach a
garden hose to the drain valve on the water heater, and open the valve.
Direct the stream of water to a drain where it will do no damage. (See Fig-
ure 12).
Operation
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DANGER
The water drained from the tank may be hot enough to present a
SCALD HAZARD and should be directed to a suitable drain to pre-
vent injury or damage.
Drain Valve
Garden Hose
Figure 12 - Draining the Tank
Notes
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Floor Drain
(or other suitable drain)