Installing the Powered Anode Rod:
8.Use Teflon® tape or an approved pipe sealant on threads of the new powered anode rod.
9.Prior to installing, it will be necessary to use pliers to bend up approximately 90° the electrical male connector on the top of the powered anode rod. The electrical connector should be bent upward in order to allow the
10.Place the powered anode rod in the spud (top of the tank) and turn clockwise until the threads are hand tight. Using a ratchet and
11.Open a nearby hot water faucet to purge air from the water line. Fill water heater tank completely (Note: to assure the water heater tank is full, keep the hot water faucet open for 3 minutes after a constant flow of water is obtained).
12.After turning off the hot water faucet, check for water leaks around powered anode rod and immediately correct any if found.
13.Upon determining there’s no water leak at the newly installed powered anode rod, reconnect the electrical plug connector to the top of the anode male terminal.
14.Plug the electric transformer in the wall outlet and turn the gas supply back on to the gas control valve/thermostat.
15.Turn the gas control switch to the “ON” position (located on the side of the gas control valve/ thermostat see Figure 35).
16.To restart the water heater, follow the directions on the “Lighting and Operating Instructions” label located on the front of the water heater near the gas control valve/thermostat.
17.Upon verifying proper operation of the water heater, replace the manifold cover outer door.
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Figure 34.
Powered
Anode
Rod
Figure 35.
ON
OFF
ON/OFF
SWITCH
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