Kitchen Gas Appliances - Water heater over flowing
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01-29-01, 11:03 AM
My water heater keeps puking water now and then. I turned down the thermostat, but it still seems to be leaking. Should I replace the presure valve? Do they wear out?
Sharp Advice
01-29-01, 01:58 PM
Hi:Jones
In direct answer to your question, yes, TP valves can wear out. However, most likely there is too much rust and sediment stirring around in the tank. A flushing may help.
Read the archives regarding water heaters posted by others in this forum. The correct method for flushing will be explained.
Another rare possibility is the water temperature may continue to climb even though you did lower the thermostat. Use a thermometer at a faucet and test the temperature. It should be around 120/140 but not steaming.
Could be the incoming water pressure is too high. Without a gauge on an outside faucet you'll have to guess. However, the gauge is not expensive and you can find them at most hardware stores if you want to test the incoming water pressure. The pressure rate can be obtained by calling the local city water company.
If all else fails to correct the problem, you may need to contact your plummber <considering the age of the tank> it may need to be replaced or replace the TP valve with a new one.
In direct answer to your question, yes, TP valves can wear out. However, most likely there is too much rust and sediment stirring around in the tank. A flushing may help.
Read the archives regarding water heaters posted by others in this forum. The correct method for flushing will be explained.
Another rare possibility is the water temperature may continue to climb even though you did lower the thermostat. Use a thermometer at a faucet and test the temperature. It should be around 120/140 but not steaming.
Could be the incoming water pressure is too high. Without a gauge on an outside faucet you'll have to guess. However, the gauge is not expensive and you can find them at most hardware stores if you want to test the incoming water pressure. The pressure rate can be obtained by calling the local city water company.
If all else fails to correct the problem, you may need to contact your plummber <considering the age of the tank> it may need to be replaced or replace the TP valve with a new one.
01-31-01, 06:18 AM
Are all presure valves the same size? How do I tell the size if so?
Sharp Advice
01-31-01, 08:27 PM
Hi:jones
All TP valves are the same size. All valves are temperature and pressure preset. All you do is remove the old one and install the new one install. Visit your local hardware store. The valves are sold there and more information can also be goten there. This is a quick and easy doityourself project.
All TP valves are the same size. All valves are temperature and pressure preset. All you do is remove the old one and install the new one install. Visit your local hardware store. The valves are sold there and more information can also be goten there. This is a quick and easy doityourself project.