How old is a state select water heater?

We have a State Select gas water heater that is approx 9 years old and is beginning to fail. We have to keep turning up the water temp setting to maintain sufficient hot water. Our plumber recommended a new heater vs repair due to the age of the heater. State Select is the brand he installs.

Where is the temperature dial on a natural gas water heater?

Here’s a few helpful tips to adjusting the settings on your water heater: Find the Dial: Before you begin, know where your temperature dial is located. While older natural gas heaters may have the temperature dial behind a removable panel, newer tanks, like the one in the video, have the water heater temperature adjustment knob on the outside.

What to do if your hot water heater is not working?

After checking each of these, if you still can’t find the reason why you have no hot water, it might be time to call a professional. If you have a gas heater, check to see if the gas valve is open.

How does a gas hot water heater work?

Gas water heaters work because of convection, which essentially means hot water and air rises. When the dip tube pushes cold water to the bottom of the tank, the heating element begins to heat up that cold water. As it warms, it rises to the top of the tank, where it is pulled out by your heat-out pipe.

Why is there no hot water in my hot water heater?

Most times, the level of gas supply is a major problem. If you find out that there is no hot water and the gas water heater is on, check the state of your gas supply. You could have turned off the gas supply without even knowing it, or it might be that the switch off button has a defect.

When was the state select 515 water heater installed?

Our State Courier 515 electric water heater was installed in late 1988 or very early 1989 and it apparently has finally given up the ghost. No hot water. We’re debating what brand to replace it with – it has never leaked, has been drained a couple of times, was flooded last August by Harvey and gave us hot water until a couple of days ago.

When did I replace my gas water heater?

Replaced our gas water heater in Nov 2002. The unit installed was a State PRX40 (40 gal) with six year warranty. It appears it was manufactured in 1998 but I may be misreading the label. No maintenance or up-keep and no breakdowns, it just keeps on going. Hot water when we need it. 15 years without problems is remarkable.

How long is the warranty on state water heaters?

All water heaters heat water – how good they are depends upon the maintenance that you provide. State is a good brand, nothing wrong with them. If your current water heat has a 6 yr warranty, and you got 9 yrs out of it with no maintenance, you did well.

Are there rebates on select gas water heaters?

No Rebates. Change Location. The Select® 300/301 Series gas water heater is designed to deliver an economical performance that can lower your energy bills and also provide long-lasting value.

How to install a direct vent water heater?

Install the temperature-pressure relief valve directly into the fitting of the water heater. Position the valve downward and provide tubing so that any discharge will exit only within 6 inches above, or at any distance below the structural floor. Be certain that no contact is made with any live electrical part.