Replacing Anode Rod In Electric Water Heater

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Replacing anode rod in electric water heater.

Water heaters use an anode rod to attract and remove sediments from the water being heated. Rheem protech 54 in. 3 locate the anode rod on the water heater. This diy repair guide explains how to replace the anode rod in an electric water heater.

2 partially drain the water heater. Rods are made from magnesium aluminum or aluminum zinc alloy. If necessary unscrew and lift off the cover from the top of the heater. Turn off the gas control valve.

Long aluminum anode rod for water heaters model ap12938. Aluminum replacement rods are sold at home centers. Free delivery with 45 order. What if your hot water has a garlic like odor.

4 use a ratchet wrench and 1 1 16 inch deep socket to unscrew the anode rod from the heater. Changing the anode rod every four years is a great way to extend the life of your water heater. This rod is designed to attract corrosive elements extending the life of your heater. Since most water heaters use a standard 3 4 npt connection you simply need to choose the type of installation you have.

5 if the anode rod won t budge slip a steel pipe onto ratchet wrench handle for extra leverage. This should solve the problem. Natural micro organisms and sulfates that exist in some water can react to the aluminum or magnesium anode rods in the hot water tank creating a rotten egg smell. The anode rod helps prevent tank corrosion.

Wait for the gas to dissipate. An anode rod will corrode and deteriorate over time until it s no longer capable of functioning and has to be replaced. Eastman water heater anode rod water heater anode rod. When the anode rod is depleted it no longer offers corrosion protection for the tank.

Diameter flexible magnesium anode rod for electric and gas water heaters model sp8371b 38 02 38 02. If all else fails hire a plumber to replace the anode rod. An anode rod is a special metal element that s meant to slowly dissolve so that the tank itself doesn t corrode. When your water gets a sulfur smell it often involves the anode rod in your hot water heater.

This is a common problem with older water heaters and in certain parts of the country. This may suggest a problem with your pilot light. Diameter x 42 in. Replace the anode rod.

Set your store to see local availability add to cart. You need to periodically replace these rods and have the option of getting the same type of rod or a different one such as a powered anode rod. In most cases the hexagonal head of the rod is visible on the top of the water heater.