It depends on what type of water heater it is.
If it is an ordinary water heater without pressure, it cannot be used. Because if it breaks, it will leak.
If it is a pressure type, you can still use it after blowing a pipe, but it is always recommended to replace it as soon as possible, because if you don't do not replace it, the heat loss will be relatively significant. The pressurized type does not require a separate water supply, which in simple terms means that if the tap water is turned off, the water heater will not produce water.
In addition, most wall balconies operate in a split type. Generally, if one is broken, it can still be used. There is also some heat loss, but the loss is small. .
However, it is still recommended to repair it immediately.
Detailed information:
Precautionserning the solar water heater:
1. Prevent burns.
The water just supplied by the solar water heater is generally the pipe water, and the initial temperature is not high. However, in summer, the water temperature in the solar water heater can even exceed 90°C. °C. Cold water in the pipe is discharged and hot water spurts out, the user is prone to burns.
2. Regular inspection.
Regularly check whether the pipes, vents and other components of the water heater are functioning properly. Check all the important parts of the water heater one by one to avoid damage to the water heater components.
3. Protection against lightning.
Do not use solar water heaters during thunderstorms and strong winds, because solar water heaters are usually installed on roofs and can easily cause lightning during thunderstorms.
4. Anti-clogging.
Clean the shower head regularly. Water turned into hot water by exposure to sunlight will form impurities over time, impurities will easily clog the shower head. Therefore, the shower head should be cleaned or replaced regularly to avoid clogging.