Electric Water Heater

 
Homeowner Use and Maintenance Guidelines

Carefully read the manufacturer's literature and warranty for your specific model of water heater.

 
Drain Tank

 
Review and follow the manufacturer's timetable and instructions for draining several gallons of water from the bottom of the water heater. This reduces build-up of chemical deposits from the water, thereby prolonging the life of the tank as well as saving energy dollars. Also drain the tank if it is being shut down during periods of freezing temperatures. Carefully follow the instructions in the manufacturer's literature. Be sure the electric circuit breaker is turned OFF while draining the tank or the internal elements will burn out.

 
Element Cleaning or Replacement

The heating elements in the water heater will require periodic cleaning. The frequency is determined in part by the quality of the water in your area. Again, refer to the manufacturer's literature for step-by-step instructions and drawings, or contact an authorized service company.

 
No Hot Water

If you discover you have no hot water, check the breaker, the temperature setting, and the water-supply valve before calling for service. Refer to the manufacturer's literature for locations of these items and other troubleshooting information.

 
Pressure Relief Valve

For your protection, the unit comes equipped with a pressure and temperature relief valve. If the unit should overheat, this valve will prevent a dangerous build-up of temperature and pressure. When the valve is operating, it will appear that the tank is leaking, while it is merely releasing excess pressure. At least once each year, manually operate the pressure relief valve. Stay clear of the discharge line to avoid injury. See manufacturer's literature for diagrams and detailed instructions.

 
Safety

Keep the area around a water heater clear of stored household items. Never use the top of the water heater as a storage shelf.

 
Temperature

Temperature settings on an electric water heater will produce approximately the temperatures listed below:

Hot	120 degrees F
A	130 degrees F
B	140 degrees F
C	150 degrees F
Very Hot	160 degrees F

The recommended setting for operation of a dishwasher is B, or 140 degrees. Higher settings can waste energy dollars and increase the danger of injury from scalding. Hot water will take longer to arrive at sinks, tubs, and showers that are farther from the water heater. Noisy pipes are sometimes caused by excessively hot water; lowering the water temperature may reduce or eliminate this condition

 
GOODIER BUILDERS Limited Warranty

Refer to the manufacturer's limited warranty for complete information regarding warranty coverage on your water heater.