Specifications

TM013 Vulcan Electric Service Instructions REV: D
D.O.I.: 05/09
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Leaking Water Heater
Remove anode capYES
NO
NO
Remove anode and reseal with
thread tape
YES
Replace water heater
Remove the extension fitting and
reseal with thread tape
Check for hot spots on the jacket.
If any are detected conduct a
pressure test.
Replace heater if pressure will not
hold
YES
NO
YES
NO
Remove element and replace
gasket
YES
YES
YES
NO
NO
Remove T&PR valve and reseal
with thread tape
YES
YES
Replace water heater YES
YES
NO
NO
NO
NO
Leaking water heater diagnostic
Is the leak from the upper
part of the tank?
Is the leak from the anode?
Is the leak from the element
barrel weld?
Is the leak from the anode
cylinder fitting?
Is the leak from the element
gasket?
Is the leak from the inlet
extension fitting?
Is the leak from the inlet fitting
weld?
Is the leak from the outlet
extension fitting?
Is the leak from the outlet
fitting weld?
Is the leak from the T&PR
fitting weld?
Is the leak from the T&PR
valve?
NO