Install New T&P Valve with Sealants

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Before installing the new T&P valve, prepare its threads for a watertight seal. First, apply several wraps of Teflon tape (also known as PTFE thread seal tape) clockwise around the threaded shank of the new valve. Ensure the tape is applied in the direction the threads will turn when tightening to prevent it from unraveling. After applying the Teflon tape, apply a layer of pipe dope over the tape. This dual-layer approach provides excellent lubrication for easier threading and a superior seal, minimizing the chance of leaks. Thread the prepared new T&P valve into the water heater opening by hand until it is snug, then use an adjustable wrench (like the DeWalt wrench shown) to carefully tighten it. Avoid overtightening, but ensure it's secure enough to prevent leaks. The video shows the new valve is a 3/4" T&P Relief Valve with a 1-1/4" shank.

Goal: Securely attach the new T&P relief valve to the water heater with a leak-proof seal.