Did you know?
- Hot water heaters should be properly sized for your house.
- Extra thick insulation helps prevent radiant heat loss and saves energy and money.
- Water temperatures above 120° F can cause scalding especially on young children.
- Sediment build-up can cause premature tank failure, electric element failure, and excess costs on fuel bills.
- Hot water heaters require yearly maintenance to ensure proper operation.
DO
- Set hot water heater temperature below 120° F.
- Flush hot water heater through drain valve at least once a year to remove sediment build-up.
- Test safety relief valve once a year to ensure proper operation (this device protects the heater from
over-pressurizing and from exceeding 210° F.)
- Keep area around hot water heater, clean and free of combustible and flammable material.
- When leaving for vacation, set hot water heater temperature at its lowest setting. This
will save money and reduce the risk of any problems while you are away.
- Follow the manufacturer's guidelines for recommended maintenance schedule.
DON'T
- Set hot water heater temperature above 120° F.
- Keep combustible material or flammable material or flammable material within 18" of the hot water heater.
- Never leave children unattended around a hot water heater.
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For additional information, contact:
Division of Labor and Industry
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Safety
10946 Golden West Drive, Suite 160
Hunt Valley, MD 21031.
410-767-2990
Fax: 410-333-7827
e-mail: boiler.safety@maryland.gov
Emergency telephone number: 410-767-2333
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