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How to Flush a Rheemglas Fury Water Heater

Water heaters require periodic maintenance for safety and efficient functioning. In addition to having your Fury water heater inspected by a professional technician annually, flush the unit every year. When you flush a water heater, make sure that you do not make contact with the water. It could be hot enough to scald your skin.

Things You'll Need

  • Garden hose
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Instructions

    • 1

      Turn the manual shut-off valve to shut off the gas supply to the water heater. If you have an electric water heater, turn off the power to the unit.

    • 2

      Secure a garden hose to the drain valve and place the other end over a drain.

    • 3

      Turn the cold water valve to shut off the cold water supply.

    • 4

      Locate the temperature pressure relief valve at the top of the water heater. Lift the lever handle of the valve.

    • 5

      Wait for the water to flush out of the heater. Allow the water tank to completely drain. Release the lever handle.