What to do With a Water Tank Filled With Water for an Unkown Period of Time
Updated 10/31/2024 | Published 10/30/2024
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Inherited 17ft HiLo/Towlite built in Feb 2000. Water heater model G6A-7 was added on at factory. Was winterizing when I found no anode rod installed. No maintenance history available. Tank has been full of water for unknown period of time. What action would you recommend? Thanks, JIm
asked by: Jim P
Helpful Expert Reply:
Jim, I'd recommend draining the tank by pulling the plug at the bottom of the tank to let as much drain out as possible. Then I'd use a hose with the Camco RV Water Heater Tank Rinser # CAM11691 to spray loose any deposits.
The last thing you can do is make a solution that is 4 parts white vinegar, and 1 part water and let it sit for a day and rinse again. This should thoroughly clean your tank and get rid of any nasty stuff that may have been sitting.
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