Open one or more faucets on the home s highest floor and run the water.
How to install an electric hot water boiler.
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Follow the labels on the wires you marked when you removed them from your old water heater.
Replace the junction box cover and turn on the power at the electrical panel.
If you have water on the floor or on top of the unit this is different from water leaking from a supply line above the unit you ll probably need a new water heater.
Twist the wires together with wire connectors.
Select a convenient spot for the tank and place two or three concrete blocks on the floor.
How to install an electric water heater step 1.
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The steps for replacing a propane water heater are exactly the same and those for an electric water heater are similar.
Getting started installing your new hot water tank.
If you re not getting hot water it could be the heating element or another maintenance issue.
Connect the plumbing supply lines to the water heater according to manufacturer s instructions and local code.
Next slide the tank on top of the blocks making sure to keep the drain faucet to the front.
In any case when you re planning a water heater replacement play it safe.
Take a quick maintenance assessment before embarking on a full replacement.
We re replacing a natural gas water heater in our demonstration.