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
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