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    Nov 11, 2012, 05:40 PM
    Water heater almost started a fire
    I have a question regarding my electric hot water heater. While I judst so happened to be in my garage talking on the phone, I saw smoke coming out from the upper thermostat and a sizzling noise. I immediately shut the power off at the breaker and then removed the panel (upper) to investigate. I noticed water had filled up to the electrical terminals thereby causing this potential fire. Thank god I was home and noticed it before that happened.
    The heater is only about five years old.
    Any input would be much appreciated
    Chris
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    Nov 11, 2012, 06:00 PM
    I have a question regarding my electric hot water heater. While I judst so happened to be in my garage talking on the phone, I saw smoke coming out from the upper thermostat and a sizzling noise. I immediately shut the power off at the breaker and then removed the panel (upper) to investigate. I noticed water had filled up to the electrical terminals thereby causing this potential fire. Thank god I was home and noticed it before that happened.
    The heater is only about five years old.
    Any input would be much appreciated
    Chris

    Chris I believe your water heater is toast. Time to go shopping for a new one!
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    Nov 11, 2012, 06:29 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by hvac1000 View Post
    I have a question regarding my electric hot water heater. While i judst so happened to be in my garage talking on the phone, i saw smoke coming out from the upper thermostat and a sizzling noise. I immediately shut the power off at the breaker and then removed the panel (upper) to investigate. I noticed water had filled up to the electrical terminals thereby causing this potential fire. Thank god i was home and noticed it before that happened.
    The heater is only about five years old.
    Any input would be much appreciated
    Chris

    Chris I believe your water heater is toast. Time to go shopping for a new one!
    Thanks HVAC 1000
    That's what I thought-
    Ill take you advice and go shopping for a new one
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