Will Not Running an Anode Rod in Water Heater Damage It
Question:
Will it hurt the tank without the Anode rod?
asked by: Michael H
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Expert Reply:
The anode rod is a piece designed to slow down corrosion and rusting in water heaters. The rod is made of magnesium, which wears out faster than steel. When water corrodes the magnesium, the anode rod releases electrons into the tank which form a protective barrier around the steel of the tank. If you were able to run a water heater without an anode rod you would shorten the life of the water heater.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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