[SteveC7010]

Originally Posted by dakingsella

I'm confused. My drain plug is connected to an anode rode. My manual says I should replace the anode rod once a year. I assumed this was standard on all water heaters. What am I missing here?

My drain plug is an anode rod, too. Some water heaters come with just a plug in the drain outlet. Our '99 Sunline was like that. If I remember right, it was an Atwood heater.

I would recommend following the manufacturer's instructions on anode rod replacement. (I'll have to remember to pick one up in the spring, too.)