RV Anode Rod to anti fouling your solar Water Heater tanks
Most water heater tanks are steel with a thin glass lining to
protect the metal from corrosion. Since the lining eventually
cracks, tanks have a second line of defense against rust, a long
anode rod that attracts corrosive elements in the water. When the
rod itself becomes so corroded that it can no longer do its job,
the tank soon rusts out, leaks and needs replacement. However, if
you replace your anode rod before it fails, about every 3-5 years(A
magnesium anode), you can double the life of your water heater.
The best time for water heater anode rod replacement is when the
steel core is exposed more than 6" either from the bottom or the
top; when the middle of the rod is exposed or if diameter is less
than half the original size.
Use these steps to replace or remove the water heater anode rod:
- Shut off the power to the heater.
- Turn the cold water supply off.
- Recommendation is to drain out few gallons from the drain valve at
the bottom of the heater.
- Drain
the heater using the garden hose and route to the open drain. Open a nearby
hot water tap to vent heater for draining. Drain to the point below
the outlet connection nipple.
- Close drain spigot and remove the hose.
- Remove the water heater anode rod using the appropriate tool.
Removing a water heater anode rod is a simple do-it-yourself home
project, where you can use a ratchet wrench to unscrew the old and
screw in a new anode rod. Be sure to use Teflon tape on the fitting threads, so it can seal tightly. If only
checking, be sure to clean the calcium-carbonate build-up. Buying
online is the most convenient way, especially if looking for
something specific, like Suburban anode, zinc alloy anode or
flexible magnesium anode rod.
Contact me for more details :
Vivian Jiang
International Marketing & Sales Department Manager
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China Hunan High Broad New Material Co.Ltd.
70 Chezhan North Road,Changsha, China 410100
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