Water dripping from the safety valve discharge pipe on a Drazice water heater, especially during heating.

Safety: The safety valve is a critical protection device. Never plug or cap the discharge pipe.

Steps:

• Observe if dripping occurs only during heating and stops afterward. Small intermittent dripping can be normal due to expansion.
• If flow is continuous or heavy, check the cold water pressure with a gauge. Install or service a pressure-reducing valve if pressure exceeds the Drazice specification.
• On closed systems, ensure an expansion vessel is installed and correctly pressurized. Recharge or replace the vessel if the diaphragm has failed.
• Operate the safety valve test lever briefly to flush debris. If the valve continues to leak, replace it with a valve of the correct pressure rating recommended by Drazice.