❄️ The Me Shop Expert's Winter Checklist: What You Can Check Yourself

What to do: Set your geyser's thermostat (the temperature dial) to 55°C (or the 'Medium' setting).

Why (Expert Advice): Boiling water above 65°C causes 'scaling' (white deposits) to form 10 times faster. This puts a heavy load on the heating element and increases your electricity bill. 55°C is perfect and safe for bathing.

What to do: Visually inspect and feel the inlet (cold water) and outlet (hot water) pipes connected to the geyser.

Why (Expert Advice): Even a small drip can be the first sign of tank corrosion (rust). It's crucial to catch this before it causes major damage.

What to do: Your geyser has a small lever (or knob) called the T&P (Temperature & Pressure) valve. Gently lift this lever. A little water should gush out forcefully.

Why (Expert Advice): This is your geyser's 'Safety Airbag.' If the thermostat fails, this valve releases the extra pressure. If this valve is jammed, the geyser can burst (explode) under pressure. It is mandatory to test this once a year.

What to do: Completely drain the water from the geyser (only if you know the process).

Why (Expert Advice): In areas with 'hard water' like Delhi NCR, sediment (dirt) settles at the bottom of the tank. This sediment covers the heating element, forcing it to use double the time and double the electricity to heat the water.