Jayco 2016 Melbourne - Anode Rod; Replacement Chart

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Anode rod
Replacement chart
NOTE: It is important that once the motor home has returned to
lower elevation (below 4500 feet) any high altitude deration or other
adjustments be reversed for proper operation of the water heater.
Do not place a valve between the pressure and temperature (P&T) valve and
the tank. Do not remove or plug the relief valve under any circumstances.
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Anode rod protection
The tank in the water heater is protected by a magnesium or aluminum anode to prolong the
life of the tank by absorbing the corrosive action of hot water. Under normal use, the anode
rod will deteriorate and because of this, the water heater OEM recommends the anode rod
be replaced yearly. Water with high levels of iron and/or sulfate will increase the rate of
deterioration; therefore, more frequent replacements may be required.
If an anode rod is mostly eaten away, replace it with a new one. The water heater manufacturer
recommends replacement of the anode rod when consumption or weight loss is greater than
75 percent.
Operating the water heater without the proper anode rod protection will decrease tank life
and will void the tank manufacturer’s warranty on the tank. To extend the anode life, drain
the water from the water heater tank whenever the motor home is not being used. Avoid any
extended time of non-use with water in the tank.
To prevent a water leak when replacing the anode rod, a pipe thread sealant approved for
potable water (such as Teon tape) must be applied to the threads of the anode rod. Proper
application of a thread sealant will not interfere with the anode’s function.
High altitude deration
Operation of the water heater at high altitudes may require derating. If the water heater is
not properly derated, lack of sufcient oxygen for combustion may produce improper burner
operation. Pilot outage caused by burner lift-off or sooting from a yellow burner may occur,
indicating the possibility of carbon monoxide. You may also notice a lack of efciency in
heating the water because of incomplete combustion of the burner at these higher altitudes.
Consult with the local propane company, your dealer or the water heater manufacturer for
proper derating of the water heater. Change out of the orice (derating) should be done by
the dealer or a qualied service agency.
Pressure & temperature relief valve