Jayco JAY FEATHER Towables 2020 Owner's Manual page 128

Section 8: Plumbing System
controls. Double check the bypass valves, make sure they are set properly.
Always open both the hot and cold water faucets when filling the fresh water tank to allow
air pockets to be forced out of the water heater.
Water heater switch (if so equipped)
The "propane GAS" switch enables propane op-
eration of the water heater, and the "ELECTRIC"
switch enables electric operation. Switches are
typically located on the monitor panel. For detailed
information, refer to the Monitor Panel section.
Water heater-pilot light (if so equipped)
This water heater is gas only with a pilot ignition.
The water heater controls are typically located in an
outside compartment, and is ignited manually from
the outside of the vehicle. Hot water will be avail-
able in approximately 30 minutes.
Refer to the water heater manufacturer's manual for detailed lighting instructions.
Odor from the hot water system
Many water supplies contain sufficient amounts of sulfur to produce an odor, often called
"sulfur water". Sulfur water can be caused by a chemical action or by bacteria. Generally,
sulfur water is not harmful, only unpleasant to smell. Refer to the water heater manufac-
turer's owner's manual for details on eliminating the odor from sulfur water. Odor from
sulfur water is not a service problem.
Do not replace anode rod or any other component with an accessory part that
is not authorized by the water heater manufacturer, such as an "add-on electric
heating element. Such items are not approved to be installed and could create
an unsafe condition and will void all warranties
Anode rod protection
NOTE: Depending on your water heater manufacturer, your water
heater may or may not have a replaceable anode rod. Check your
water heater manufacturer documentation or contact your RV cus-
tomer service department.
The tank in the water heater is protected by a magnesium or aluminum anode to prolong the
life of the tank by absorbing the corrosive action of hot water. Under normal use, the anode
rod will deteriorate and because of this, the water heater manufacturer recommends the
anode rod be replaced yearly. Water with high levels of iron and/or sulfate will increase the
rate of deterioration; therefore, more frequent replacements may be required.
If an anode rod is mostly eaten away, replace it with a new one. The water heater manufac-
turer recommends replacement of the anode rod when consumption or weight loss is greater
than 75 percent.
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