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Vacation and Extended Shut-Down
If the water heater is to remain idle for
an extended period of time, the power
and water to the appliance should
be turned off to conserve energy
and prevent a build-up of dangerous
hydrogen gas.
The water heater and piping should be
drained if they might be subjected to
freezing temperatures.
After a long shut-down period, the
water heater’s operation and controls
should be checked by qualified service
personnel. Make certain the water
heater is completely filled again before
placing it in operation.
NOTICE: Refer to the
Hydrogen Gas Caution in
the Operating Instructions.
Anode Rod
This water heater is equipped with an
anode rod designed to prolong the life
of the glass-lined tank. The anode rod is
slowly consumed, thereby eliminating
or minimizing corrosion of the glass-
lined tank.
Water sometimes contains a high
sulfate and/or mineral content and
together with cathodic protection
process can produce a hydrogen sulfide,
or rotten egg odor in the heated water.
Chlorination of the water supply should
minimize the problem.
NOTICE: DO NOT remove
the anode rod from the
water heater’s tank.
Operation with the anode
rod removed will greatly
shorten the life of the glass
lined tank and will exclude
warranty coverage.
Care and cleaning of the water heater
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