Annual Maintenance on a Bradford White Electric Water Heater- Water Heaters Now 

Very clear and to the point. After tripping the breakers, I always check with a meter at the elements to make sure there is no current flowing.

You are a great presenter. I already knew you had a video on replacing the anode rod, but a link to the other video in each comment section would make sure viewers could easily find the other video. I needed to hunt a bit :-)

One of the best how to videos I have watched... No useless time wasting information or chatter - just the step by step. Answered every question I had even though I had already done mine... Next time I will do the 3 second water on/8 second water off flush since I did not know that was a thing... I would like to know how to clean my heating elements though...

Very good presentation easy to follow and understand very clear and explanation of not only what to do but why it is important. Thank you

Outstanding instruction set. Orderly, easy to follow and accurate. Thank you!

Great explanation of the process and the reasons behind the steps.

Presented PERFECTLY, so easy to follow. Thank you!

Some states require 90 gallon water heaters on home with large tubs - But some houses did not come with outdoor basement access that limits a large HWH so the builder installed 2 50 gallon WN.

This was an EXCELLENT video. Thank you very much!

Thank you for the detailed and helpful explanation.

Very useful video. Thank you so much👍👍👍!

Thanks for the very good advice in your video. Well done.

Awesome video. Very helpful. Thank you very much!!

Ray, my man! I cannot thank you enough for making this incredibly helpful video! 👏👏 Great job! I appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us! 🤗

So helpful and well explained

Lovely and To the point explanation

Great video. Thanks a lot!

Thank you for the video 👍

Great video. Thanks!😅

thank you, man. you saved my $500...God Bless You!

What! How'd you just pull that thermostat cover off like that?? Took me like half hour to wrangle that thing off and broke thermostat cover off doing it. I'm watching that part a few more times lol

Great video. Should the upper and lower thermostats be set to the same temperature?

Thanks I replaced the elements and pressed the reset button. It seems to work ok now.

Amazing tutorial

Good job!

Great video!

Great presentation, finally understand the process now. I have a 47 gal Lowboy in my crawlspace, my first Bradford White (same model) lasted 14 years. How often can you expect to replace the anode rod. I know it’s a sacrificial part and will need replacing every once in a while. My current water heater is less than a year old. Thanks. 👍👍

Bro! This helped a lot. Concise, clear explanations…awesome job.

Thank you for making this video !!

Why is there 2 temperate controller in both top and bottom panel? Do we need to set the template in both the panel to increase the temp?

Hi. Thanks for video. Quick question. My Bradford White water heater's pilot stays on on but the burners do not go on to heat the tank (even when I turn the knob to highest heat). Any idea what could be the problem?

Should have purchased one of these years ago

For Bradford White "Gas" water heater, is it still the same method to perform such annual maintenance (flush water tank)? Thanks!

So, my Bradford White 50 gal gas water heater was installed in January, but the water here is very "hard" due to high mineral content. So, it's been about 6 months. Should I go ahead with drain and flush? And what about the anode?

Thank you for the explanation! Shouldn’t we wait a few hours, after we turn it off, before we unload it?

Thanks

Do you recommend replacing drain valve with one that has a larger opening to flush sediment more effectively? If so what valve is best?

How long does a 40 gallon tank normally takes to drain completely?

Would you recommend doing the same process to a tank that hasn’t been flushed ever in 25 years??

What if the electric water heater makes a small water boiling sound. Mine started doing that. It’s also hot too. Its where the top cover is where you unscrew and open up the insulation and see the reset button and the thermostat. The bottom one seems fine though. Had to turn off the water heater for the night and wonder if its something small that i can take care of like in this video or call service tech.

Ive done all the steps u made put the heater dosent wark Ipushed the electrical reset put it doesnt wark so what can Ido ???

If the water heater circuit breaker is off, won't stay on the On position. Is it safe to drain the water heater and replace the ehole water heater?

How do I know if my BW has the jet technology? I have a RE350T6. The manual just says to "Monthly, drain off a gallon of water from the water heater to remove silt and sediment."

Should you pressure relieve before you open to drain?

What about the pressure valve? Do I have to release that?

Should you also burp your pressure relief valve as a check?

I'm pretty sure the electric breaker locator is inside the door to the electric panel, not inside the door to the water heater. 🙂 at 49 sec.

What temperatures are normally set for higher and lower elements and why? What should they be set for ?

I've tried like hell to pull that panel up to where it removes from the water heater, and it just will not come off. I'm so confused by all these videos where it just lifts out with ease.

Why was the water black when you turned it back on and it came out in the sink?

My Bradford White electric heater is 7 years old and I never maintained it. I just noticed the water in my tub upstairs is not as hot as it used to be. Water in my kitchen sink is very hot. Do you think that means I need a new water heater?

The water is just trickling out of the hose. It's taking forever. What are we doing wrong?

How in the world did you remove that scald hazard clip???? I've been tugging, lifting, jimmying mine with about 5 ft/lbs and it's not budging

My Bradford White requires the drain valve to be completely turned counter clockwise to complete open the valve. Just turning like a T doesn't open it completely.

my a o smith electric water heater is leaking lightly from the bottom panel. It's only 2 years old. What could cause moisture in this lower panel? Anyone have an idea?

What would cause a Bradford White internal GFCI to keep tripping...??

Instead of turning off the circuit breaker, can't I just turn off the heater and unplug it?

Where are the diagnostic codes

Such tiny wires for a 220v element

I see some Sylvester Stallone here. Lol

Adriaaaannnn. !!!!!!!!!!!!

This guy HAS to be from Wisconsin or Minnesota. 😂

Mine is less than 2 years old and it’s been making a squeaking (sounds like it’s full of mice) sound for the past couple of months a few times per day. Any idea what could be causing this? Thanks!

Flushing an electric tank doesn't do a whole lot. They do not heat from the bottom. You're better off replacing the elements. If you're in the area with hard water and no water softener.They should probably be replaced every 4 to 5 years. It will keep the water heater more efficient and heating quicker.

I am getting silvester stallone vibes from the presenter.

you need to flush it, not drain it. big difference between the two