Anode Inspection and Replacement

SERVICE PROCEDURE AG-V

Diptube and Anode

Inspection and Replacement

WARNING

Water heater components and stored water may be HOT when performing the following

steps in this procedure. Take necessary precaution to prevent personal injury.

Step 1. Turn gas control knob to “OFF” position.

For White Rodgers Control, depress knob slightly and rotate clockwise to the “OFF” position.

Figure 49

For Robertshaw Control, rotate knob clockwise to the “OFF” position.

Figure 50

For Honeywell gas control, rotate knob counter clockwise to the “OFF” position.

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Step 2. Turn off cold water supply to water heater. Connect hose to drain spigot of water heater and route to a suitable drain. Open a nearby hot water faucet to vent heater for draining. Open drain spigot of water heater and allow to drain.

Step 3. Disconnect plumbing system from outlet nipple/anode.

Step 4. With an appropriate wrench, remove outlet nipple/anode from the water heater. Use caution not to damage the nipple threads.

Step 5. Visually Inspect outlet nipple/anode. Outlet nipple/anode may show signs of depletion, this is normal.

If depletion is ½ of the original anode diameter (approximately ¾” diameter), replacement is recommended. If any of thesteel core of the anode is exposed, replacement is recommended.

Step 6. Upon completion of inspection or subsequent replacement, reinstall outlet nipple/anode into water heater.

Reconnect plumbing system to outlet nipple/anode, resume water supply and check for leaks.

Step 7. To resume operation, follow the instructions located on the lighting instruction label or the lighting instructions located in the installation and operation manual.

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