Re: Overflow pipe on hot water heater

Posted by Christelle on April 11, 2004 at 22:13:52:
In response to Re: Overflow pipe on hot water heater
: : Pop-off valve is leaking and needs to be replaced. : It's not really an "overflow", it's a safety valve that releases tank pressure if the heating element sticks on and overheats the water. It will "pop-off" at 150 psi. I will make a mess, but nothing like what would happen if the tank blew up! : What should I do in the mean time?

Posted by Christelle on April 11, 2004 at 22:13:52:

In response to Re: Overflow pipe on hot water heater

: : Pop-off valve is leaking and needs to be replaced.

: It's not really an "overflow", it's a safety valve that releases tank pressure if the heating element sticks on and overheats the water. It will "pop-off" at 150 psi. I will make a mess, but nothing like what would happen if the tank blew up!

: What should I do in the mean time?

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