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    Feb 3, 2010, 02:50 PM
    Rheem model 81v52d
    Once I replace the lower element in my water heater how do I properly bleed air out so upper element doesn't burn out?
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    Feb 3, 2010, 02:59 PM

    Open the hot side of your faucets and let it run until the water flows good, Thanks.

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    Feb 3, 2010, 04:23 PM

    Yep, its as simple as that. Turn on any hot water fuacet in the house until all air is bled out and you get a good stream of water. then you can turn power back on to water heater.
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