Bradford White U-100T-88R-3N - Manual (Page 21)

Step 1. Rotate gas control knob to the “OFF” position.
Step 2. Turn off cold water supply to heater. Connect hose to drain valve of water heater and route to an open drain.
Open a nearby hot water faucet to vent heater for draining. Open drain valve of hot water heater and allow
heater to drain to a point below the outlet connection nipple.
Step 3. Remove the anode cover from the jacket head to access the ¾” hex head anode. With an appropriate wrench,
remove anode from the water heater.
Step 4. Visually Inspect outlet nipple/anode. Outlet nipple/anode should show signs of depletion, this is normal.
If depletion is ½ of the original anode diameter (approximately ¾” diameter), replacement is recommended.
If any of the steel core of the anode is exposed, replacement is recommended.
Step 5. Upon completion of inspection or subsequent replacement, reinstall outlet nipple/anode into heater. Connect
nipple to plumbing system, resume water supply and refill heater with water.
Step 6. To resume operation, follow the instructions located on the lighting instructions label or the lighting
instructions located in the installation and operation manual.
Anode Inspection and Replacement
SERVICE PROCEDURE VIII
Dip Tube and Anode
Inspection and Replacement
WARNING
Heater components and stored water may be HOT when performing the following steps in
this procedure. Take necessary precaution to prevent personal injury.
Gas Control shown in the “OFF” position
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ECO-MAGNUM
75/100-Gallon Atmospheric
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