The element will burn out quickly if there is not water in the tank.
Rv water heater drain plug broke.
Nothing ever goes to plan with water heaters.
Be sure to use a fresh water approved sealant on the male threads of the new plug and don t over tighten.
On water heaters that have an electric heating element be sure the element is turned off before you drain the water heater tank.
Be prepared for the worst.
In this free video dave solberg teaches you a couple quick solutions for removing a corroded or broken plug from the exterior of your rv s water heater.
Using an easy out will also keep you clear of the soft aluminum female threads on the inner tank of the water heater.
It is recommended to drain and flush the water heater tank after every use to avoid skunky smelling water.