Electric Water Heater Drain Pan

A pipe runs from the tpr valve to within a few inches of the pan and the valve may need to be replaced.

Electric water heater drain pan.

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Set your store to see local availability. Place the heater inside of the drain pan and reattach the water lines. Disconnect any service lines and shut off the main power if you have an electric heater. For pricing and availability.

Free delivery with 45 order. When installed underneath your gas or electric water heater base this 2 5 in. Lift the heater and place the drain pan under it. The plumber s choice 28 in.

Once you are ready you will need to do the following. Eastman nevercold universal 3 4 in brass water heater. They re meant to catch the slow leak that no one notices. Drip pans are required when tank type water heaters are installed in places where a leak could cause damage.

This reduces the risk of water damage from leaks and aids during flushing. Plastic water heater drain pan model 28pwhp 26 37 26 37. Close the t p valve and the drain valve. Product overview protect your property from water damage with this ultra sturdy water heater pan.

Open the t p valve and completely drain the water heater. A slow leak will only drip every so often so you can feel inside the bottom of the tpr pipe with a finger to verify wetness. Camco 24 in aluminum water heater drain pan with fitting. These pans are not meant to protect from a catastrophic tank failure.

The valve releases water to avoid a disastrous tank explosion and is a required component in every water heater. Deep drain pan will contain any minor discharge or dripping and thereby protect your floor from staining bulging and swelling. Earthquake straps areas prone to earthquakes and some that are not will require the water heater to be strapped in place to prevent damage during a quake. Shut off and disconnect the water lines connected to your heater.

Make sure to point the discharge hole in the direction your drainage pipes will be in.