Troubleshooting a Tank Type Water Heater

Possible Causes

• Noise heard is sound of boiling water. Excessive buildup of sediment in bottom of tank is causing overheating of tank bottom and boiling of water to occur.

Possible Repairs

• Remove sediment by flushing water heater.

Index: Troubleshooting a Tank Type Water Heater

1. Troubleshooting a Water Heater
2. PROBLEM: No Hot Water is Produced
3. PROBLEM: Inadequate Hot Water
4. PROBLEM: Rust Colored Water
5. PROBLEM: Rotten Egg Smell
6. PROBLEM: Low Rumbling or Popping Noise
7. PROBLEM: Higher Pitched Whining (electric water heater)
8. PROBLEM: Water Leak Around Base of Heater