[Bombo80]

I was able to get the water heater flushed out last night.

I also re-read the winterizing part of the owners manual. I have read through it before, but obviously missed the part about not putting antifreeze in the water heater.

I flushed it with a small tube, connected to the end of my water hose. I flushed it for a solid 3 minutes, while articulating the tube inside the water heater.

Put new PTFE tape on the anode and re-installed it. Since the valves were still in bypass, I don't think I have to worry about any water getting into the water lines.

Please correct me if I am wrong.

Thanks,

Bombo