I have a rheems standard water heater which the pressure release valve is releasing hot water out of the overflow pipe about once a week. I suspect that the relief valve may be going bad. Is there any adjustment to the valve or does it need to be replaced. It says on the tag that it is rated at 150 psi and 210 degrees, but the document says that it is rated at 125 degrees, so I am not sure. The heater is several years old and to my knowledge only began doing this in the past couple of months.
Thank you,MichaelDUNBAR2007-08-24 09:52:13