How To Install a Gas Water Heater at The Home Depot

Step 1

Drain the Tank

1. Turn off the water and gas supply. 2. Attach a garden hose to the drain valve and empty the tank. 3. Turn on a hot water faucet to allow air into the system.

Disconnect the Gas Line and Water Lines

1. Disconnect the gas line using two pipe wrenches - disconnect the gas line at the union fitting if the pipe is galvanized or at the flare fitting if the gas supply line is copper. 2. Using two adjustable wrenches or pipe wrenches, disconnect the water lines above the tank. If the piping has been soldered into place, use a hacksaw or tubing cutter to cut the pipe. Make sure the cuts are straight.

Detach the Gas Exhaust from the Flue Hat

1. Remove the screws connecting the vent to the water heater using a screwdriver ornut driver. 2. Remove the old water heater you may require help for this because older water heaters may tend to fill with sediment and are heavier than new ones.

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How To Install a Gas Water Heater at The Home Depot