OPERATION & SERVICE
Servicing should only be performed by a Qualified Service Agent
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POWERED ANODE ROD
All of the water heaters covered in this manual are equipped with a standard anode rod.
Some of the water heaters covered in this manual are also equipped with a powered anode
rod. See pages 8 & 9 for location. Both types of anode rods are designed to reduce tank
corrosion (rusting) that naturally occurs when water comes into contact with steel. See the
maintenance section of the Instruction Manual that came with the water heater for standard
anode rod maintenance procedures.
Rust & Corrosion
Rusting & corrosion of steel is an electrochemical process; electrical current flows between
the exposed steel of the storage tank and the water inside. All tanks are glass lined but there
will be exposed areas around spuds/threaded fittings where glass coating is not possible.
Powered Anode Rod Operation
A powered anode rod (see images below) is installed into a threaded fitting in the water
heater’s storage tank. DC current flows from the CCB’s J10 socket (page 50) to the powered
anode and through the water to the water heater’s storage tank which is grounded. The DC
current interrupts the electrical flow of the corrosion process which in turn reduces corrosion.
The control system adjusts and monitors current flow thorough the anode. If there is an
operational problem the control system will declare an Alert condition - see page 80.
Inspection and Cleaning
Over time calcium and lime deposits may adhere to the end of the anode rod depending on
water hardness, water usage and water temperature. Heavy calcium/lime accumulation will
diminish the current flow through the anode rod and may cause anode rod Alert conditions.
Powered anode rods should be inspected/cleaned periodically or anytime the control system
declares a powered anode Alert condition - see page 80.
1
Secure power to the water heater - follow the draining instructions in the maintenance section of the
Instruction Manual that came with the water heater to drain the tank.
2
Disconnect wiring to the powered anode rod and remove it from the water heater.
3
Closely inspect the powered anode for any damage - replace the anode if damaged.
4
Clean any calcium/lime deposits from the powered anode by gently scraping and using steel wool.
Reinstall the powered anode and reconnect the wiring.
5
Follow the filling instructions in the maintenance section of the Instruction Manual that came with the water
heater. Restore power and place the water heater back in service.
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