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Old 9/9/09, 1:07 PM
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What would you say about this TPR valve set-up. By the way, the heater is 17 years old and the water temp wass 155 deg. F.!
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Old 9/9/09, 1:22 PM
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Water heater is past expected serviceable lifespan. Recommend replacing, and correcting TPR discharge with Metal piping. Recommended ideal water temperature is 125 deg F.
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I'd be afraid,,,
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Yes the water is too hot for safety.

Yes the water heater is old and likely beyond its expected service life.

The TPR discharge piping is of acceptable material. CPVC


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Water heater is past expected serviceable lifespan. Recommend replacing, and correcting TPR discharge with Metal piping. Recommended ideal water temperature is 125 deg F.
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Not an issue (unless required by local AHJ), but the TPR discharging uphill is.
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My thought exactly Jeffrey. Should be able to drain by natural gravity.


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