Ruud Anode Rod Replacement

Direct replacement for rheem ruud and richmond water heaters.

Ruud anode rod replacement. The anode part for my wh is ap12702b. Anode rods are the most important line of defense in preventing corrosion and leaks in your water heater. Replacing your anode rod at regular intervals may increase the life of your water heater saving you money time and the inconvenience of having to replace your water heater one of the most important considerations in having a normal life span for your water heater is whether the anode rod is performing it s job to divert corrosive action away from the tank walls to the anode rod. As the anode works the life of the water heater is increased.

These devices work because the metal in the rod is sacrificed so the tank does not corrode. Fits most brands check diameter of your current rod to ensure. 6 lift out and discard the old anode rod. I decided to replace the anode rod in order to keep it running smoothly.

When the rod is depleted it can no longer protect your tank. These devices work because the metal in the rod is more easily corroded than the metal of the water heater tank. You should check and replace your anode rod on a regular basis. The anode should be checked and replaced every couple of years.

If necessary unscrew and lift off the cover from the top of the heater. The anode should be checked and replaced every couple of years. 3 locate the anode rod on the water heater. These devices work because the metal in the rod is sacrificed so the tank does not corrode.

These anode rod replacement instructions presented here are generalized to work with a wide selection of brands and heater designs and you may have to modify some steps to match your particular model. 4 use a ratchet wrench and 1 1 16 inch deep socket to unscrew the anode rod from the heater. I was a bit skeptical at first since this part doesn t match the one recommended for my model of wh. I tried calling rheem for a replacement but they don t sell to the public.

5 if the anode rod won t budge slip a steel pipe onto ratchet wrench handle for extra leverage. For example the anode rod on some ge models is concealed beneath a plastic cap that must removed before you can access the component. As the anode works the life of the water heater is increased. Anode rods are the most important line of defense in increasing water heater tank life and preventing leaks.