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Maintenance
Tools needed:
Socket/Torque Wrench 1-1/16" Socket
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Pipe Joint Compound or Pipe Thread Sealant Tape
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Anode Rod, if needed
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To service the Anode Rod
1. Disconnect power, shut off the water supply,
drain the water lines of the home. Drain the
water heater through the lower drain valve.
2. Using a 1-1/16"socket, unscrew the anode rod,
then lift out to inspect.
3. Inspect and replace if necessary.
4. To install the anode rod, seal the threads with
pipe joint compound or pipe thread sealant
tape, thread into the port tighten.
5. Turn water supply on, open a tap to remove any
air in plumbing system, fill water heater with
water, inspect for leaks, then turn the power on.
NOTICE
Do not turn on power until water heater is
completely filled.
Replace Anode Rod if more than
6" of core wire is exposed.
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5.3 Leakage Checkpoints
A. * Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid
weather or pipe connections may be leaking.
B. The primary anode rod may be leaking.
C. Small amounts of water from the temperature /
pressure relief valve may be due to thermal
expansion or high water pressure in your area.
D. * The temperature / pressure relief valve may be
leaking at the tank fitting.
E. The element may be leaking at the tank fitting.
Turn electrical power "OFF", remove the access
panels, insulation block, and pad.
If leaking is visible around the element, follow
proper draining instructions and remove the
element. Reposition or replace gasket on
element. Place element into opening and tighten
securely. Then follow "Filling the Heater"
instructions, this manual.
F. Water from drain valve or plug may be due to
the valve being opened slightly.
G. * The drain valve or plug may be leaking from
the tank fitting.
H. * Water in the water heater bottom or on the
floor may be from condensation, loose
connections, or the temperature / pressure relief
valve. DO NOT replace the water heater until full
inspections of all possible water sources are
determined and necessary corrective steps have
been taken.
NOTICE
*To check the fitting threads, insert a cotton
swab between the jacket opening and
fitting. If the cotton is wet, follow the
draining instructions in the Maintenance
section of this manual. Then remove the
fitting. Put pipe dope or Teflon tape on the
threads and reinstall the fitting. Then follow
"Filling the Heater" instructions, this
manual.
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