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Water Heating The Basic’s “101”

Water Heating The Basic’s “101”. Presented by: Rod Burk South Central Community Action Partnership Twin Falls, Idaho. Basic 101 Water Heaters Session Overview. Types of Water Heaters Water Heater Components Safety Issues Testing & Troubleshooting Insulation Techniques

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Water Heating The Basic’s “101”

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  1. Water HeatingThe Basic’s “101” Presented by: Rod Burk South Central Community Action Partnership Twin Falls, Idaho

  2. Basic 101 Water HeatersSession Overview Types of Water Heaters Water Heater Components Safety Issues Testing & Troubleshooting Insulation Techniques Hands on Demonstration

  3. Other Types of Water Heaters Heat Pump Super Heated Coal/Wood Solar Tank less

  4. Electric Water Heater Components Distribution system Holding tank Water Supply Power source Heat source

  5. Gas Water Heater Components Holding Tank Distribution system Water Supply Heat source Fuel Source

  6. Gas Water Heater Components

  7. Electrical Water Heater Components

  8. Water Heater Safety Issues Giant Bomb in your House

  9. Water Heater Safety Issues Flame Roll Out Through The Roof

  10. Water Heater Safety Issues Top Blow Out Side Blow Out

  11. Water Heater Safety Issues Pressure Relief Valve ~PRV Leaky Water Lines ~ Rusting Temperature ~ Too Hot Wiring ~Exposed, Improper Sizing Draft ~ Flame Roll Out, Carbon Monoxide Gas Valve ~ Leaky Fittings, Rusted Gas Lines Improper Installation ~ MH, Flooring, Venting Clutter ~ flammable products, Not A Broom Closet

  12. Electrical WH Testing & Troubleshooting Think Safety First when Testing~ Turn Off Power Remove Cover Plates ~ Expose Elements & T-Stats Amp Meter ~ Test for Amperage / Voltage

  13. Electrical WH Testing & Troubleshooting

  14. Electrical WH Testing & Troubleshooting

  15. Electrical WH Testing & Troubleshooting Check Water Temperature vs. T-Stat Settings If Match, Adjust To Recommended 120 Degrees If Faulty Reading ~ Replace T-Stat Temp Setting

  16. Gas WH Testing & Troubleshooting Perform Visual Insp. WH, Flue, Valve, Venting Inspect for Flame Roll Out & Gas Leaks Check for Proper Draft ~ Draft Gauge/ DG 700 Check for Worst Case

  17. Gas WH Testing & Troubleshooting Check Temperature Setting ~ Adjust Carbon Monoxide Test ~ 2 Test In Conditioned Area ~ In Flue

  18. Gas WH Testing & Troubleshooting

  19. Insulation Techniques Determine if Tank Needs Insulation Jacket Wrap in Unconditioned Areas ~ Tank Warning

  20. Insulation Techniques

  21. Insulation: Wrong Way

  22. Insulation Techniques Wrapping the First- 3 to 5 Feet

  23. Insulation Techniques Caution with Old Water Lines And New

  24. Hands On Demonstration

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