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Milwaukee, Wis. — A. O. Smith,
a leading global manufacturer of reliable water heating and appliance
components, has recently introduced the innovative Product Preservers™ Powered
Anode System. The new anodes, which are designed to provide maintenance-free protection
for all water types, are available as an upgrade to replace the sacrificial
anodes that come as industry standard equipment on tank-style heaters.
This new technology provides consistent protection, with no
additional elements added to the water, and eliminates the need to check and
replace sacrificial style anode rods. The Powered Anode System increases
protection by adapting to changes in tank conditions. It also uses patented
adaptive technology which quickly adjusts to your water type, providing the
precise amount of current needed to deliver continuous, routine
maintenance-free protection for your water heater tank.
“Consistent cathodic (anode) protection is critical in
maintaining the integrity of the porcelain-enameled steel water heater tank,”
said Ray Knoeppel, Staff Engineer—Materials. “The Product Preservers™ Powered
Anode System was created as a smart system of cathodic protection to extend the
life of a water heater over time and eliminate any water quality concerns
across every possible water condition.”
The new anode system is designed to be easy to install,
complete with a control module fitting any standard 120 volt wall outlet, power
supply, and a wiring harness. The system is equipped with a built-in LED fault
light and audible alarm to notify users of defects the system and help provide
peace of mind. Compatible with indoor water heaters of up to 50 gallons or less
than 10 years old and containing a dedicated sacrificial anode, the powered
anode system provides continual responsive protection over time.
For more information visit www.hotwater.com.