Water heater leaks from the bottom cover or around the heating flange on a Drazice storage tank.

Safety: Turn OFF power and close the cold water supply valve. Allow the water to cool before working.

Steps:

• Remove the lower cover to locate the exact source of the leak.
• If the leak is around the heating flange, drain the tank below flange level using the drain valve.
• Loosen and remove the flange bolts, then carefully remove the flange assembly.
• Inspect the flange gasket; replace it with a new Drazice gasket. Clean the mating surfaces on the tank and flange.
• Check for corrosion or pitting on the tank opening. If severe, the tank may be beyond repair and require replacement.
• Reinstall the flange with the new gasket, tightening bolts evenly in a criss-cross pattern.
• Check the magnesium anode port and any inspection hatches for leaks; replace their gaskets if needed.
• Refill the tank, check for leaks, and only then restore power.