Service Procedure X: Anode Inspection And Replacement - Bradford White ElectriFLEX HD CEHD 50 Service Manual

Anode Inspection and Replacement
1. STOP, DANGER! Turn power "off" to water heater.
2. Turn off cold water supply to heater. Connect hose to
drain spigot of water heater and route to an open drain.
Open a nearby hot water faucet to vent heater for draining.
Open drain spigot of water heater and allow heater to drain
to a point below the elements.
3. Close drain valve and remove hose.
4. Remove plastic anode access plugs at the anode
locations.
5. Remove Anode from the water heater (1-1/16" socket).
6. Visually inspect anode. Anode should show signs of
depletion, this is normal. If depletion is 1/2 of the original
anode diameter (original diameter approximately 3/4"),
replacement is recommended. If any of the steel core of the
anode is exposed, replacement is recommended.
7. Upon completion of inspection or subsequent replacement,
reinstall anode into hater. Resume water supply, refill heater
with water and check for leaks.
8. To resume operation, BE SURE HEATER IS FULL OF
WATER and turn power "ON" to water heater.
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Service Procedure X:
Anode Inspection and Replacement
WARNING
High voltage exposure. Use caution when making
voltage checks to avoid hazard to life or property.
WARNING
Heater components and stored water may be HOT
when performing the following steps in this
procedure. Take necessary precaution to prevent
personal injury.
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