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joesann
Explorer
Oct 28, 2014

Hot water tank draining

Just got our KZ Spree Travel Trailer ready for winter :( Forgot how to relieve the pressure on the hot water tank. Unscrewed the rod to drain the tank, and the extra pressure in the tank, I got a bath. How do you make it so there is less presure in the tank to prevent water from blasting out of the tank ?
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  • larry_barnhart's avatar
    larry_barnhart
    Explorer
    Oct 28, 2014
    I turn on the outside shower to the hot water faucet and let the water drain that way.

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  • Escargot's avatar
    Escargot
    Explorer
    Oct 28, 2014
    -If used recently, allow water in tank to cool, after cooling
    -Make sure pump is turned Off
    -Open hot water faucet(s)
    -Flip cock of pressure relief valve at water heater
    -Unscrew anode rod (if part of your water heater)
    -Drain tank

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