Our water heater anode rods will also fit other common brands such as rheem ruud general electric ge bradford white and richmond water heaters.
Richmond water heater anode rod location.
The anode should be checked and replaced every couple of years.
To order factory authorized replacement parts please call us toll free.
I have a richmond electric water heater can i replace anode rod myself.
T p valve.
This is a common problem with older water heaters and in certain parts of the country.
The anode rod is inserted into the top of the water heater usually is accessible without disconnecting.
Water heaters use an anode rod to attract and remove sediments from the water being heated.
All electric models feature our patented design which helps prolong anode rod and tank life.
I do have a water softener.
These devices work because the metal in the rod is sacrificed so the tank does not corrode.
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.
Is this richmond water heater one that s hard to replace the anode on.
Diameter x 44 375 in.
Where is the anode rod located on a 6em40 2 water heater nothing is going on.
6e50 2 is the model.
All richmond water heaters include an extra durable high temperature dip tube to meet the most stringent plumbing codes.
I have 24 of overhead clearance above the water heater.
Is there more than one magnesium anode rod.
Anode rods are the most important line of defense in preventing corrosion and leaks in your water heater.
An anode rod will corrode and deteriorate over time until it s no longer capable of functioning and has to be replaced.
I ve heard some anode rods are hard to replace and some aren t.
I am good at instructions but not at winging it so if it s very complex i won t be able to do it.
However removing it can be a problem due to the age of the heater and the amount of room you have to work with.
I think i need a powered anode rod but want to make sure that i order the correct one.
Water heater parts and accessories the parts catalog is a complete reference to authorized replacement parts.
As the anode works the life of the water heater is increased.
Hi doug my gas water heater is leaking from 2 valve location on the top of my rheem water heater.