To replace an element, start by draining the tank. With the power still turned off, close the cold- water inlet valve (Figure A). Open the hot water faucet in the kitchen. Then connect a garden hose to the drain valve and open it to drain the tank. Expert step-by-step instruction for water heater repair and troubleshooting, including hot water heater problems such as no hot water , not enough hot water , water too hot , water heater noises, and more.
Be sure electricity is being delivered to the appliance.

Check the main switch on the water heater and the circuit breaker (or fuse) that serves the water heater. If the circuit breaker has trippe reset it by flipping it all the way to OFF and then back to ON. Turn the circuit breaker off and then back on.
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