AO Smith Electric Water Heater Disassembly, Repair Help

Repairing an AO Smith electric water heater? This video demonstrates the proper and safe way to disassemble a water heater and how to access parts that may need to be tested and/or replaced.

Here is a list of the most common electric water heater problems:

Water heater does not heat
Water heater is leaking
Water heater is too hot

Tools needed: Phillips head screwdriver, tape, flat head screwdriver, 1 & 1/2 inch socket or a water heater wrench, pipe wrench, sealant, 1 & 1/16 inch socket, needle nose pliers