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Xringer · 07-15-12, 06:14 PM

I wanted to do an Anode inspection, mostly just to see if it was going to be possible to remove it.

First, I had to return the 1" socket for a 1" 1/16" socket.
(I found out the hard way, instead of looking it up on the web)
http://waterheatertimer.org/images/A...-image-530.jpg
Notice the Cheater pipe..

Then, I had to use the extension pipes again. Only this time it was a lot harder.
That Anode was super tight. These old arms are hurtin! I'll be lucky if I can go knock down some Candle-pins this week!

It looks like a solid aluminum rod.. But, magnesium looks the same to me..
The rod had two different layers of gunk on it (black & green).
I cleaned it up and re-installed using Teflon tape & silicon oil.
It went in nicely and felt like it cranked right to the bottom.

Did some reading on the web and found Teflon tape is okay to use on anodes.
I checked with my ohm meter and the cap is a dead short to the AC ground.

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I'm getting this done very slowly.. And now it's going to be even slower!
Due to unforeseen problems, my DIY time is going to be cut way back for a few weeks.

07-15-12, 06:14 PM	#56
Xringer Lex Parsimoniae Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Woburn, MA Posts: 4,918 Thanks: 114 Thanked 250 Times in 230 Posts	Anode inspection I wanted to do an Anode inspection, mostly just to see if it was going to be possible to remove it. First, I had to return the 1" socket for a 1" 1/16" socket. (I found out the hard way, instead of looking it up on the web) http://waterheatertimer.org/images/A...-image-530.jpg Notice the Cheater pipe.. Then, I had to use the extension pipes again. Only this time it was a lot harder. That Anode was super tight. These old arms are hurtin! I'll be lucky if I can go knock down some Candle-pins this week! It looks like a solid aluminum rod.. But, magnesium looks the same to me.. The rod had two different layers of gunk on it (black & green). I cleaned it up and re-installed using Teflon tape & silicon oil. It went in nicely and felt like it cranked right to the bottom. Did some reading on the web and found Teflon tape is okay to use on anodes. I checked with my ohm meter and the cap is a dead short to the AC ground. ~~~ I'm getting this done very slowly.. And now it's going to be even slower! Due to unforeseen problems, my DIY time is going to be cut way back for a few weeks. __________________ My hobby is installing & trying to repair mini-splits EPA 608 Type 1 Technician Certification ~ 5 lbs or less..