Water Heater

Quick Reference

ItemDetails
LocationTBD
TypeTBD (electric/gas/tankless)
Make/ModelTBD
CapacityTBD

Temperature Setting

  • Current setting: TBD
  • Recommended: 48-60°C (120-140°F)
  • Control location: TBD

Scalding Risk

Above 50°C (122°F) can cause scalding. Be cautious if setting is high.

Normal Operation

TBD: Describe how the specific water heater works

Shutoff Locations

TypeLocationHow to Operate
Cold water inletTBDTBD
Power/GasTBDTBD

Troubleshooting

IssuePossible CauseSolution
No hot waterPower/pilot lightCheck circuit breaker, check pilot
Not enough hot waterHigh demandWait for tank to recover
Water too hotThermostat settingLower temperature
Strange noisesSediment buildupMay need flushing
LeakingVariousShut off water, call plumber

Maintenance

  • Recommended: Annual flushing to remove sediment
  • Last serviced: TBD

Emergency

If leaking significantly:

  1. Turn off water supply to heater
  2. Turn off power/gas
  3. Contact plumber

See Water Emergency