Leaking water heater shutdown instructions Plano TX

March 2, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
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EMERGENCY SHUTDOWN INSTRUCTIONS

 

To Avoid Damage When Leakage occurs:

1.Turn Off Gas Or Electric:

Gas: Locate the gas control valve and turn the dial to the OFF position.

Electric: Turn off power at circuit breaker panel.

2. Locate and Turn Off Water Supply: Depending on which type of shut off valve you have, Turn handle clockwise until it stops or turn the lever handle ¼ of a turn to shut the water off.

Lever Style emergency water shutoff valve

Lever Style emergency water shutoff valve

 

3. Drain The Water Heater If Necessary To Avoid Damage:  Attach a garden hose to drain faucet of the water heater and drain water.

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