EMERGENCY SHUT-OFF INSTRUCTIONS

Gas Water Heaters.

 

1) Turn off gas

On top of thermostat (located in front of heater towards the bottom half) turn the knob from “on” position to “off” position.

2)Shut incoming water off.

Locate the incoming water shut-ff valve (usually on top of the heater on the cold pipe on the right) and turn valve clockwise til it stops.  If it’s a ball valve, push or pull valve 1/4 turn until it stops.

3)Drain tank if necessary

 

Electric Water Heaters.

1) Locate Circuit Breaker panel nd flip switch labeled for “Water Heater” off

2)Shut incoming water off.

3)Drain tank if necessary