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For electrical water heaters. Disconnect the circuit breaker (flip switch to the "off" position.
WARNING: Electricity must be disconnected at all times during this procedure to avoid burning up the heating
elements.
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Shut off the cold water supply to the water heater. Most supply lines have a shut off valve, however,
if yours does not have such a valve, it will be necessary to shut off the water outside your unit. You can contact Little
River Water & Sewerage to have this done.
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Open the hot water faucets in the kitchen and bathrooms. Leave open during this procedure.
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Connect a water hose to the drain valve on the bottom of the unit and route the hose outside your unit to
a convenient drain point. Note: do not allow water to drain where it can endanger or inconvenience other owners or guests,
or cause damage to common areas.
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Open the drain valve (counterclockwise).
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When the water heater is completely drained, open the cold water supply valve for one to two minutes and then
turn off supply valve.
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Check the discharge of the hose for sediment and clarity.
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Repeat steps 6 and 7 until the water runs clear.
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Once water is clear, your water heater should be clean and ready to be refilled and for your use.
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Close the drain valve (clockwise) and remove the drain hose.
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Open the cold water supply valve (reverse of step 2). As your water tank fills, you will notice air
escaping from the kitchen and bathroom faucets. Leave these faucets open until a steady flow of water is observed.
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Close the kitchen and bathroom faucets.
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Turn the electrical supply back on (flip breaker to the "on" position). In approx. 30 to 60 minutes
you should have hot water.
