If there are no leaks wait for the tank to fill. As the tank is filling check each of the elements and drain valve for leaks. Also, make sure the faucet that you opened in Step 2 is still open. Filling the tankĬlose the drain valve and open the supply line. Tighten with the wrench or socket used to remove the heating elements. Dishwashing liquid helps to lubricate the gasket. Use a clean rag to wipe off the threads on the tank as well as wipe down the threads on the new element. The picture below shows that the volts and watts listed on the data plate match the volts and watts of the heating element. The water heaters data plate provides you with the correct wattage for each heating element to be used with your water heater. Lefty loosey and constant pressure will loosen the element. A short length of pipe or a large combination wrench with the box end over the handle of the ratchet or wrench should work. The element might not turn easily and you might need to add more leverage to your handle. You can use an element wrench or a 1 1/2-inch socket with a ratchet to remove the element. Anything outside that range will require that the element be replaced. The element is good if it has resistance ranging between 5 and 25 Ohms. Use a multimeter to test the element and follow instructions on your tool. With the tank drained and the power off, you can now remove the power cable from the heating elements and test the heating elements. Remove the upper and lower access panels, fold back the insulation, and remove the plastic cover over the element and thermostat. The water heater will have a drain valve located at the bottom of the water heater, find it and connect your hose and run the other end of the hose to a drain, outside, or into buckets. Leave the faucet open until you have finished replacing the heating element(s) and open the water supply valve. This will prevent anyone from getting burned with hot water as the tank is being emptied. Let the hot water run until it is no longer hot.
Green indicates power is OFF Red indicateds power is ON 2. I know that seems backward, but I think of it as, “green means go, red means stop.” Read the instructions on any non-contact circuit tester that you use to know how it is going to let you know the status of the power.
With the device that I’m using, green indicates that the power is OFF. Using the non-contact circuit tester, check the power wires to make certain the power is off. Open the electrical junction box on top of the water heater. The safest way to cut off the power is to find the breaker in your electrical breaker box and switch it to the off position or remove the fuses. The electric heater will need to be cut off before the water heater is emptied. Here’s a step-by-step guide for completing this smart home maintenance DIY. This task isn’t too difficult, it just takes patience and attention. Step-by-step instructions for changing a hot water heater element
#CHANGING HOT WATER HEATER ELEMENT MANUAL#
Replacement heating element(s) – See manual for specific unit needs.Non-contact circuit tester – This helps us confirm that the power is no longer on and it is safe to proceed.Multi-meter tool – This will help us determine which element is no longer functioning and needs to be replaced.Bucket, outdoors, or drain (a place for the water to go when drained from the tank).Hose – garden hose will work very well or a washing machine supply line.Materials needed for removing and replacing your hot water heater elements:
#CHANGING HOT WATER HEATER ELEMENT PROFESSIONAL#
If you are not comfortable with doing so, please have a professional or someone comfortable working with electric appliances assists with this task. To do this, you will have contact with the electrical wiring within the water heater. One or both of the elements may have failed and are now unable to provide you with sufficient hot water. Replacing heating elements in an Electric water heater isn’t nearly as difficult as you might envision. This important task removes sediment that has accumulated in your water heater and gives you the perfect chance to test and change any heating elements that have gone out. Replacing the heating element(s) in your water heater only requires a few tools and a little more time than it takes to flush the water heater.
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