Electric water heater question77

Discussion in 'Chit Chat' started by Pasta88, Apr 25, 2025.

  1. Pasta88

    Pasta88 MDL Expert

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    As long as the circuit breaker is off, is it ok to hook up the electrical part while the tank is filling with water?

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  2. CaptainKirk1966

    CaptainKirk1966 Former MDL Guru
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    @Pasta88

    Seems like a strange question. I certainly would not be brave enough not hook up the electrical part with the circuit breaker on. Yes, the tank should be filled with water before turning on the electrical power, or else you may burn out the heating elements.
     
  3. Pasta88

    Pasta88 MDL Expert

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    that is why i said it is OFF.
     
  4. CaptainKirk1966

    CaptainKirk1966 Former MDL Guru
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    Absolutely. Don't want any of this ...

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