Anode Rod; Removing Anode Rod; Installing Anode Rod - Kenmore 153.331350 Use & Care Manual

Anode Rod
IMPORTANT: Use only factory authorized
replacement parts. If you lack the necessary skills
to properly perform the installation, you should
not proceed, but get help from a qualified service
technician.
• Tools required:
• Ratchet with 1-1/16" Socket
• Pliers
• Teflon ®Tape or an approved pipe sealant
IMPORTANT: Do not remove this anode rod
permanently as it will void any warranties. A
special anode rod may be available if water odor or
discoloration occurs.
Removing Anode Rod
1. Set the gas control valve/thermostat to its
lowest setting by turning the knob counter-
clockwise to the VAC point (Figure 47). If the
water heater is running, wait for it to shut down.
2. Turn gas control switch to the "OFF" position.
3. Disconnect the electrical power to the water
heater from the wall outlet.
4. Shut off the incoming water supply to the water
heater and open a nearby hot-water faucet to
depressurize the water tank.
5. Connect a hose to the drain valve and
terminate it to adequate drain or to the exterior
of the building. Open the drain valve and allow
at least 5 gallons of water to drain from the
tank. Close drain and remove hose.
CAUTION: WATER WILL BE HOT.
6. Remove the anode cap on top of the heater
and remove just enough insulation so you can
access to the anode head (Figure 52). Keep
the anode cap in a safe place for reinstallation
later.
7. Remove the anode rod by using a ratchet and
a 1-1/16" socket turning counter-clockwise
(Figure 52).
Installing Anode Rod
1. Use Teflon ®tape or an approved pipe sealant
on threads of the new anode rod.
2. Place the anode rod in the spud (top of the
tank) and turn clockwise until the threads are
hand tight. Using a ratchet and 1-1/16" socket
tighten down water tight.
3. Open a nearby hot-water faucet to purge air
from the water line. Open the incoming water
supply and fill water heater tank completely
NOTE: To assure the water heater tank is full,
keep the hot-water faucet open for 3 minutes
after a constant flow of water is obtained.
4. Turning off the hot-water faucet, check for
water leaks around anode rod and immediately
correct any if found.
5. Reinstall the insulation and anode cap which
were removed in step 6 of removal instructions.
6. With all components clean and secure,
reconnect the electric power to the heater.
7. Reset the thermostat to the desired
temperature setting and turn the gas control
switch back to the "ON" position (see Figure
47).
CAP
* THE ANODE ROD tS COVERED BY URETHANE FOAM LOCATED UNDER
THE CAR CHiP AWAY THE FOAM TO EXPOSE THE TOP OF THE ANODE ROD
Figure 52
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