How do I adjust the temperature on my electric water heater - A master plumber explains!

Learn how to easily adjust the temperature of your electric water heater in this comprehensive DIY guide. Follow along as we walk you through the process, providing valuable insights and tips to ensure a safe and effective adjustment.

🔧 Step 1: Remove the Covers
Discover what's inside your electric water heater by removing the covers. Remove the upper and lower covers.

💡 Step 2: Location Matters
Understand why adjusting the water temperature in an electric water heater requires attention to both the upper and lower locations.

👁️‍🗨️ Step 3: Exposing the White Dials
The white dials that act as reference points for adjusting water temperature. Learn why the plastic cover can be removed for a clearer view, but remember to turn off the power before servicing.

⚙️ Step 4: Dialing in the Temperature
Dive into the details of adjusting the temperature using the white dial. Be cautious and follow safety guidelines. Understand the approximate values and why 120 to 130 degrees is often sufficient for residential use.

⏳ Step 5: Patience Pays Off
Learn about the time it takes for the water heater to reach the new temperature after adjustments. Gain insights into using a combination of temperature gauges and thermometers for accuracy.

🛠️ Step 6: Lower Element Adjustment
Explore the process of adjusting the temperature for the lower element. Ensure safety by turning off the power before making changes.

🌡️ Step 7: Insulation Importance
Insulation plays a crucial role in maintaining accurate thermostat readings. Learn why forgetting to replace insulation can lead to overheating issues. Follow our tips for a well-maintained water heater.

🎥 Bonus: Diagnosing Electric Water Heaters
Check out our linked video for a detailed guide on diagnosing electric water heaters. Learn about the red reset button and how to test elements, providing a comprehensive understanding of your water heating system.

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[eddiecedillos]

Thank you for the informative video. Please keep ‘em coming

[dannyzuehlsdorf]

So there's no power switch on the water heater? You have to turn it off at the breaker before adjusting?

[sarawright]

If i want to set it to vacation mode, do i turn the white dial counterclockwise? Going away for a week.

[TheFrogfeeder]

Hey buddy, So I just replaced my 2014 50g electric Rheem, with the same exact updated model… the big yellow efficiency sticker says $489/year, which is almost $120 less than the same sticker on the old unit… putting the actual price paid for electricity aside, I’m assuming that estimated low number is for the factory setting right? The new one has both top and bottom set to 100 degrees, the old water heater would scald you at full hot(i just bought this house last year, former owners had it turned way up) which sucked, but I’m thinking 100 is not enough… anyways, is there any formula to calculate the increased power consumption from 100 to say 125? I live in California where power is outrageously expensive right now so every kWh I can save helps…

[JovanHarris-re]

What if there is no thermostat on the upper? Only a reset button on the lower?

[FARMERJARED]

What kind of multimeter is that brand etc?

[GoblinKing]

Great video, a big help to a dum dum like me. I knew the water in my apt was super hot, and I just found out that it was set to about 150! So i lowered it down to around 120. However, I noticed that my bottom gauge doesn't have any insulation at all. Is there somewhere I can buy replacement insulation? Could I use regular Styrofoam, or is that dangerous? Thank you for your help!

[dizel]

Can you adjust the temp without turning the breaker off?