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04-29-2017, 02:38 AM #1
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Annod Rod
My Reflection 29RS has an aluminum hot water tank, thus no annod rod. In my travels when I stop at RV supply stores several parts sales people have stated it is still a good idea to use an annod rod. The literature received with my rig states that a rod is not necessary and should not be used. What is Reflection's recommendation? If a rod is used in an aluminum tank will damage result?
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04-29-2017, 03:22 AM #2
My dealer told me not to use one
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04-29-2017, 05:34 AM #3
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At the first rally we had talked to the Atwood rep, who really does know his stuff and he said a definate NO!! don't do it! The anode rod will react and damage the aluminum lining in your tank.
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04-29-2017, 07:50 AM #4
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WhittleBurner is very correct! Aluminum is very prone to corrosion/pitting from use of many other metals. Just get a cheap tank flushing wand for your garden hose, and give the tank a flush and descaling with vinegar once to a few times a year (frequency depends on how soft/hard the water is in the places you fill up, and how often it is used).
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05-01-2017, 07:53 AM #5
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I should have added that one of the best things you can do to help the life of your water heater is to use a good filtration system and not allow half that gunk to get in there to begin with. We use a 2 stage filter , and I've been thinking about adding a water softener too.
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