How to fix Pressure Relief Valve
Broken Pressure Relief valve can flood your basement, increase you energy spending, and in the works case, it can explode, and pose serious health risks! To test the valve, you will need a small container – about 1/2 gallon. Once you have your gloves and goggles on, unscrew/remove drain tube off the valve. Place water container directly under valve outlet (which should be facing down). Now open the valve slightly (about 60 degrees from its original position). Be sure not to open it all the way, or HOT water will start pouring down. When you open the valve, the water should start coming out rapidly, under pressure, and you will hear hissing noise. This means your valve is working properly. If water is not coming out – valve is broken. HOW to Fix / Replace Broken Pressure Relief Valve: First – be VERY CAREFUL – water in the tanks is VERY HOT. Wear gloves and safety goggles, and use utmost caution. If you do not feel comfortable doing this yourself, contact Solar ...