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Anode Rod Maintenance and Service.
ANODE ROD
The anode rod should be removed from the water heater's tank and
inspected once every 3 years service, and replaced when more than
6" (15.2 cm) of core wire is exposed at either end of the rod. For more
information contact us at www.bradfordwhite.com.
NOTE: Artificially softened water requires that the anode rod be
inspected annually.
Due to shock hazard and to prevent accidental water leaks, this
inspection should be done by a qualified servicer or plumber, and
requires that the electric power and cold water supply be turned off
before servicing the anode rod.
NOTICE: Do not remove the anode rod from the water heater's tank
except for inspection and/or replacement, as operation with the
anode rod removed will shorten the life of the glass-lined tank and
will void warranty coverage.
The anode rod consumption and replacement are not covered by
warranty.
Some areas have water conditions that may cause an odor to
develop in the water heater. Aluminum-Zinc alloy replacement rods
are available to address the condition.
Additional information for products with an anode depletion
sensing feature:
When the system indicates that the anode depletion sensing anode
rod is approaching end of life, it is recommended to replace it. To
silence the alarm, press the Anode button once. Call Bradford White
Tech Service to order or to replace the anode depletion sensing
anode rod. After replacing, reset the Anode alarm by pressing and
holding the Anode button for 10 seconds until the control beeps and
the LED above the button turns off.
If an Aluminum-Zinc anode rod is installed to address a water odor
condition, the anode depletion sensing feature must be disabled.
Upon power-up after installing an Aluminum-Zinc anode rod, the
control will sound an alarm. To quiet the alarm and disable the
feature, first press the Anode button once to silence the alarm, then
press the Anode button 3 times. The control will beep and a message
will scroll on the display confirming that the feature has been
disabled. Annual inspections of the anode rod are recommended
since the water heater will no longer be capable of alerting for a
depleted anode rod. To enable the feature if an anode depletion
sensing anode rod is installed, press the Anode button 3 times. The
control will beep and a message will scroll on the display confirming
that the feature has been enabled.
NOTE: If the water heater has been installed with a device that
periodically cuts power to the water heater, the accuracy of the
anode rod depletion sensing feature may become compromised and
anode rod inspection every 2-3 years is recommended.
If the water heater will be inactive for a long period of time and the
water heater cannot be drained, it is recommended to leave the
power turned on with the water heater in vacation mode to ensure
that the feature will continue to operate properly while still conserving
energy.
NOTE: Refer to the Hydrogen Gas Caution in the Operating
Instructions (see page 1).
CAUTION - IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
This information is intended to use by individuals possessing adequate background of electrical, electronic and mechanical expe-
rience. Any attempt to repair a major appliance may result in personal injury and property damage. The manufacturer or seller
cannot be responsible for the interpretation of this information, nor can it assume any liability in connection with its use.
Tools needed:
• T20 Torx Screwdriver
• Slot Screwdriver
• Tape
• Softset Sealant
To service the Anode Rod:
1. Disconnect power, shut off the water supply, and partially drain
one or two gallons from the water heater through the lower
drain valve.
2. Remove the filter, trim ring,
and front top cover as
show in Illustration A.
3. Reinstall the trim ring,
place a protective layer
of tape on sheet metal
edges, as show in
Illustration B.
4. Remove insulation to
uncover the anode rod
as show in Illustration
B. Unplug anode wire (on
some models).
5. Using a 1-1/16"
socket and
Tape Process
extension,
Tube Pinch Off
unscrew the
anode rod, then
Anode Rod
lift out to inspect
Insulation Foam
as show in
Illustration C.
6. To install the
Tape Corner
anode rod, seal
and Edges
the threads with
Illustration B
soft set sealant,
thread into the port
and using the torque
wrench tighten to
Anode Rod
50 ± 5 ft-lbs of
torque. Plug in the
wire for the anode
rod if present.
Reinstall the anode
rod insulation. If an
Aluminum-Zinc or
other non-sensing
Illustration C
anode rod is
installed, the anode depletion sensing feature must be disabled
and the wire end taped (some models).
7. Turn water supply on, open a tap to remove any air in
plumbing system, inspect for leaks, then reassemble the unit
in reverse order as shown in Illustration A, and turn the power
on. Reset the Anode button (some models) by pressing and
holding for 10 seconds to indicate that a new anode depletion
sensing anode rod is installed.
• Socket Extention 12" long
• 1-1/16" Socket
• Socket Wrench
• Anode Rod, if needed
Filter
Trim Ring
Front
Top Cover
Illustration A
Trim Ring
Wires
Wires
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