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Old 10-14-2021, 07:28 AM   #1
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Empty hot water heater

Is there easier way to empty the hot water heater? I usually pull the plug but its a pain to put back together in the spring.
I have a keystone Hideout 27dbs
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Old 10-14-2021, 08:08 AM   #2
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You can install a petcock or even a valve with a little hose. The issue there is when you put in the reducer to add the valve, it increases the drain height a bit so there is always a little water left in the tank. Probably not a big deal, especially if you blow the system out with compressed air.

For me, the problem is keeping a wrench on the plug, I keep stripping it. So I bought a couple extra plugs and they came with a wrench bent to fit the angle. A newer plug is easier to get on and off. I also use Teflon tape which makes it smoother to remove also. Once it’s loose I can just use my fingers to remove or replace.
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Old 10-14-2021, 08:24 AM   #3
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Are you taking out a plastic plug or an anode rod? I use a 1/2” drive ratchet and a wobble extension. I’ve had no problem with either in the years of ownership/ working on them.
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Old 10-14-2021, 09:27 AM   #4
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Sounds like you have an Atwood with the plasic/polymer plug. The plug on my last trailer (Atwood) was situated so tightly under several items a socket, crescent, open end..nothing, would go over it without being at an angle and stripping the plug. Enter the little tool I think is referenced in post 2. I got it (with some plugs as well if I recall) and never had another problem albeit the thing was slow and hard to slip over the corners.....but it worked every time. Don't know if you've had the issue yet but I bought several Camco plastic drain plugs and they really liked to split right in the center of plug....about 3 I believe. Bought the Atwood brand (a bit more expensive) and never had that issue again. Just an fyi.
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