First ensure that the valve that brings water into your heater is closed.
Hot water tank drain valve broke off.
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Again the water will be hot so use caution.
Once all water has drained from the tank briefly turn on the cold water supply to the tank.
Open the drain valve and allow the water to drain from the tank.
This will stir up any remaining sediment.
Make sure the hot water outlet taps are also shut.
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.
Turn off the water.
Your water heater tank should have a dedicated shutoff valve on the cold inlet pipes.
Allow the tank to cool for 24 hours before attempting this.
Remove the drain valve from the water heater.
If you experience a leaking water heater it is recommended to turn off the water to your tank.