First ensure that the valve that brings water into your heater is closed.
Hot water tank drain valve broke off.
Once all water has drained from the tank briefly turn on the cold water supply to the tank.
Your water heater tank should have a dedicated shutoff valve on the cold inlet pipes.
Again the water will be hot so use caution.
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This will stir up any remaining sediment.
Allow the tank to cool for 24 hours before attempting this.
Turn off the water.
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Remove the drain valve from the water heater.
Step 2 removing the broken drain valve.
Place a pipe wrench into the drain valve body and turn it off slowly.
If the broken drain valve is made of plastic get a self tapering serrated insert and push into the nipple and unscrew out.
If you experience a leaking water heater it is recommended to turn off the water to your tank.
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