32
UPV Series
32
Anode Inspection & Replacement
Step 1. Position on/off switch of gas control valve to the “OFF” position and unplug water
heater from wall outlet.
Step 2. Turn off cold water supply to water heater. Connect hose to drain valve of water
heater and route to an open drain. Open a nearby hot water faucet to vent water
heater for draining. Open drain valve of water heater and allow water heater to
drain to a point below the outlet connection nipple.
Step 3. Disconnect outlet nipple from plumbing system.
Step 4. With an appropriate tool such as a pipe wrench, remove outlet nipple/anode from
the water heater. Use caution not to damage pipe threads.
Step 5. Visually inspect outlet nipple/anode. Outlet nipple/anode should 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 the steel
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. Ensure pipe dope is used on the nipple’s threads.
Connect nipple to plumbing system, resume water supply and refill with water.
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.
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.
