Installation of a water heater drain pan
Turn off power and water The first step in installing a water heater drain pan is to turn off the power to the water heater. If it is gas powered, make sure you turn off the gas supply as well. Turn off the water supply to the water heater. To do this, locate the water line and turn it off. Remove other attachments Before you can remove the water heater drain pan, you must remove the pipes attached to the water heater. Draining accumulated water You will need to drain any hot water that may have accumulated in the water heater. This water could be hot, so be careful when draining it . You can drain the water by connecting a garden hose or other pipe to the water heater's drain valve. The hot water will start flowing through the hose as soon as you open the valve. Lifting the water heater Get help lifting the water heater. Lift the heater after all the water has been drained. Put the pan in place While lifting the water heater, simultaneously place the drip pan...