Richmond Water Heater Anode Rod Location

I am good at instructions but not at winging it so if it s very complex i won t be able to do it. Where is the anode rod located on a 6em40 2 water heater nothing is going on. All richmond water heaters include an extra durable high temperature dip tube to meet the most stringent plumbing codes.

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As the anode works the life of the water heater is increased.

Richmond water heater anode rod location.

Our water heater anode rods will also fit other common brands such as rheem ruud general electric ge bradford white and richmond water heaters. Anode rods are the most important line of defense in preventing corrosion and leaks in your water heater. I have 24 of overhead clearance above the water heater. I think i need a powered anode rod but want to make sure that i order the correct one.

I do have a water softener. 1 at the relief valve to the tank and the other look like just a nut. This is a common problem with older water heaters and in certain parts of the country. To order factory authorized replacement parts please call us toll free.

6e50 2 is the model. I ve heard some anode rods are hard to replace and some aren t. To locate and purchase the replacement anode rod that fits your specific water heater you may enter your serial or model number here for many different brands and models. T p valve.

These devices work because the metal in the rod is sacrificed so the tank does not corrode. I have a richmond electric water heater can i replace anode rod myself. Water heaters use an anode rod to attract and remove sediments from the water being heated. Is this richmond water heater one that s hard to replace the anode on.

Diameter x 44 375 in. An anode rod will corrode and deteriorate over time until it s no longer capable of functioning and has to be replaced. I have a richmond 50 gallon model 6e50 d manufactured 30jun2015. This richmond magnesium anode is 0 75 in.

Is there more than one magnesium anode rod. Hi doug my gas water heater is leaking from 2 valve location on the top of my rheem water heater. Water heater parts and accessories the parts catalog is a complete reference to authorized replacement parts. All electric models feature our patented design which helps prolong anode rod and tank life.

The anode rod is inserted into the top of the water heater usually is accessible without disconnecting. However removing it can be a problem due to the age of the heater and the amount of room you have to work with. The anode should be checked and replaced every couple of years.