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Anode Rod Maintenance and Service.
CAUTION - IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
This information is intended to use by individuals possessing
adequate background of electrical, electronic and mechanical
experience. Any attempt to repair a major appliance
may result in personal injury and property damage. The
manufacturer or seller cannot be responsible for the
interpretation of this information, nor can it assume any
liability in connection with its use.
Tools needed:
• T20 Torx Screwdriver
• Slot Screwdriver
• Tape
• Socket Wrench
• Socket Extention 12" long
• 1
/
" Socket
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16
• Softset Sealant
• Anode Rod, if needed
* See page 72 for part ordering instructions
To service the Anode Rod:
1. Disconnect power, shut off the water supply, and partially
drain one or two gallons from the water heater through the
lower drain valve.
2. Remove the filter, trim ring, and front top cover as show in
Illustration A.
Filter
Trim Ring
Front
Top Cover
3. Reinstall the trim ring, place a protective layer of tape on sheet
metal edges, and remove the anode rod insulation as show in
Illustration B.
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Trim Ring
Tape Process
Tube Pinch Off
Anode Rod
Insulation
Tape Corner
and Edges
4. Using a slot screwdriver and ensuring to avoid damage to
exposed wires, remove foam to uncover the anode rod as
shown in Illustration C.
Wires
Anode Rod
Wires
5. Using a 1
/
" socket and extension, unscrew the anode rod,
1
16
then lift out to inspect as show in Illustration D.
Anode Rod
6. To install the anode rod, seal the threads with soft set sealant,
thread into the port and using the torque wrench tighten to
50 ± 5 ft-lbs of torque. Plug in the wire for the anode rod if
present. Reinstall the anode rod insulation.
7. Turn water supply on, open a tap to remove any air in
plumbing system, inspect for leaks, then reassemble the unit
in reverse order as shown in Illustration A, and turn the power
on.
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