Again the water will be hot so use caution.
Hot water tank drain valve broke off.
Open the drain valve and allow the water to drain from the tank.
Make sure the hot water outlet taps are also shut.
Rheem protech plastic drain valve for tank type water heaters model sp12159c 11 99 11 99.
Place a pipe wrench into the drain valve body and turn it off slowly.
If you experience a leaking water heater it is recommended to turn off the water to your tank.
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First ensure that the valve that brings water into your heater is closed.
Allow the tank to cool for 24 hours before attempting this.
This will stir up any remaining sediment.
Once all water has drained from the tank briefly turn on the cold water supply to the tank.
Remove the drain valve from the water heater.
If the broken drain valve is made of plastic get a self tapering serrated insert and push into the nipple and unscrew out.
Step 2 removing the broken drain valve.
Turn off the water.