I have a richmond electric water heater can i replace anode rod myself.
Richmond water heater anode rod location.
1 at the relief valve to the tank and the other look like just a nut.
I have 24 of overhead clearance above the water heater.
This richmond magnesium anode is 0 75 in.
I ve heard some anode rods are hard to replace and some aren t.
These devices work because the metal in the rod is sacrificed so the tank does not corrode.
The anode rod is inserted into the top of the water heater usually is accessible without disconnecting.
T p valve.
I think i need a powered anode rod but want to make sure that i order the correct one.
I have a richmond 50 gallon model 6e50 d manufactured 30jun2015.
I am good at instructions but not at winging it so if it s very complex i won t be able to do it.
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.
6e50 2 is the model.
This is a common problem with older water heaters and in certain parts of the country.
All richmond water heaters include an extra durable high temperature dip tube to meet the most stringent plumbing codes.
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.
All electric models feature our patented design which helps prolong anode rod and tank life.
Where is the anode rod located on a 6em40 2 water heater nothing is going on.
Anode rods are the most important line of defense in preventing corrosion and leaks in your water heater.
Is there more than one magnesium anode rod.
Diameter x 44 375 in.
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Our water heater anode rods will also fit other common brands such as rheem ruud general electric ge bradford white and richmond water heaters.
Hi doug my gas water heater is leaking from 2 valve location on the top of my rheem water heater.
I do have a water softener.
As the anode works the life of the water heater is increased.