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Maintenance
Measurement of the Protective Magnesium Anode
Wear
In order to check the degree of wear of the anode, do the
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CAUTION
If the current intensity measurements do not indicate any
wear of the anode, its max operating time is not longer than
18 months. The anode should be replaced after this time
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you can use the titanium anode. Install it in accordance with
the anode installation manual.
CAUTION
Replace the protecti ve magnesium anode every 18 months.
Its ti mely exchange and proper installati on are the conditi
ons to maintain the warranty on the storage tank
When replacing the magnesium anode, follow the procedure
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Switch the storage tank coil heaters OFF and wait until the
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7. Screw the new magnesium anode.
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10. Check tightness of the installed anode.
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storage tank top head after installing the new isolated
magnesium anode. Lack of contact between the anode and the
tank will interfere operation of the anode and the tank will not
be protected against corrosion.
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