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Anode Rod Maintenanceand Service,
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
. SocketWrench
. Socket Extention 12" long
. ! 1/ld Socket
. Softset Sealant
. Anode Rod, if needed
* See page 72 for part ordering instructions
To service the Anode Rod:
!. Disconnect power, shut off the water supply, and partially
drain one or two gallons from the water heater through the
lower drain valve.
2. Removethe filter, trim ring, and front top cover as show in
Illustration A.
Filter
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Trim Ring --_
Front
Top Cover
3. Reinstallthe trim ring, place a protective layer of tape on sheet
metal edges, as show in Illustration B.
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Trim Ring
Tape Process
Tube Pinch Off
Anode Rod
Insulation
Tape
and Edges
4. Remove insulation to uncover the c
aw in
Illustration C. Unplug anode wire (on some models).
Anode Rod
Wires
5. Using a ! 1/ld' socket and extension, unscrew the anode rod,
then lift out to inspect as show in Illustration D.
Anode Rod
Illustration A.
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. Reinstallthe anode rod insulation. If an Aluminum-
Zinc or other non-sensing anode rod is installed, the anode
depletion sensing feature must be disabled and the wire end
taped (some models).
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. Resetthe Anode button (some models) by pressing and
holding for 10 seconds to indicate that a new anode depletion
sensing anode rod is installed.
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