Section 6
APPLIANCES
Water Heater (Cont’d)
Water Heater Storage and Draining
If your Aviator will be stored during winter months, drain the water heater to prevent damage from
freezing.
1. Turn off electrical power to water heater either at the switch or the breaker.
2. Shut off gas supply to water heater.
3. Turn off water pump on main water system.
4. Open both hot and cold water faucets.
5. Remove anode rod from tank.
Refer to the
section of this manual regarding draining and/or winterizing
your water system.
Water Heater Pressure Relief Valve
Your water heater has a pressure relief valve. The purpose of this valve, is to allow excessive pressure to
be released so your water system is not damaged. Since your water system is a closed system, the buildup
of water pressure needs to go somewhere should the pressure build up. Some think that when the valve is
relieving pressure, it is defective because it keeps leaking. This is not the case. Your relief valves sole
purpose is to prevent your water system from being damaged due to too much pressure being built up in
the system and have nowhere to go. If you suspect your water heater relief valve to be defective, please
contact your dealer. They will be able to help you determine if you have a defective water heater relief
valve.
If your water heater plumbing system is equipped with a bypass kit, use it to close off the water heater,
drain it completely and leave it closed, (in the bypass position). If you are introducing anti-freeze into
the system, be aware that it can be very corrosive to the anode rod causing premature failure and
leaving heavy sediment in the tank.
If the plumbing system is not equipped with a bypass kit and you intend to winterize by adding
antifreeze, remove the anode rod (storing it for the winter) and replace it with a 3/4” drain plug. For
more information regarding this process, contact your dealer.
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