Drain and dispose of existing unit.
Change out gas water heater.
Water heater problems that may be caused by the gas control valve include a faulty hot water heater thermostat faulty gas valve pilot light that won t light and tripped heat limiter here s what you need to know about replacing your water heater s gas control valve.
Replace tank type gas water heater.
Put the water heater in place and connect the pipes.
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Shut off the main water supply as well and drain the lines by opening a faucet on the lowest floor.
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Make sure the hot water faucets are still open and turn on the water supply.
Secure new unit and install with new connection kit.
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Test the pressure relief valve by lifting the valve s handle and letting it snap back.
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The water heater in your home should not need to be fixed more than twice a year.
This keeps air from getting trapped in the water lines.
Let the water flow from each faucet for one minute before turning them off.
Add connector hoses if your old water heater didn t have them.
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Drain the water heater twice a year to rid it of collected sediment that causes corrosion.
If there s a leak bubbles will form on the surface and you ll have to refit the joint.
Turn off the gas to the water heater by turning the nearby shutoff valve a quarter turn.
If you choose to replace your water heater instead we ll apply the cost of your diagnostic visit toward the purchase of your water heater.
This should release a burst of water into the overflow.
Fill a sponge or spray bottle with a mixture of liquid dishwashing soap and water and apply it to the new fittings.
This also increases efficiency.