Determined the problem could be due to a worn out anode rod in my hot water heater.
Buy water heater anode rod.
You can order an anode rod replacement for your water heater by directly from the hot water heater manufacturer.
So it s best to replace the rod before that happens.
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Water heater anode rods are generally screwed into the top of the tank.
Check the condition of your anode rod every three years.
The aluminum oxide forms a virtually odorless gel substance that can vary in texture from a firm somewhat sticky curd to a thick running slurry.
This water heater anode rod makes it simple with everything you need anode rod teflon sealing tape and 1 1 16 chrome finished socket all in one box.
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When the anode rod is depleted it no longer offers corrosion protection for the tank.
Aluminum zinc anode rod kit the best choice to extending service life of your water heater tank from corroding is replacing water rod.
In order for the anode rod to work correctly the anode rod must possess a lower more negative electrochemical potential than that of the water heater s steel composition to be protected.
Turn on the water the power or gas and burp the air from the system.
We recommend that you keep a spare on hand.
To be fair the anode rod may just be a bit shorter than the length of your water heater.
Suburban s magnesium anode rod is perfect for use in rv water heaters.
The negatively charged electrons create a higher voltage to flow from the anode rod.
Replaced the original aluminum anode rod with a magnesium anode rod at a cost of approximately 24.
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Install a flexible rod if you have less than 44 in.
Removed the anode rod from my hot water tank and it was totally dissolved after 3 5 years of service using city water and water softener.
The anode rod absorbs the corrosive effects of hot water to extend the life of your water heater s tank.
Remember to replace worn anodes to insure consistent protection.
A replacement anode rod a socket wrench.