[commodor47]

Sara,

Larry offers a good method; turning counterclockwise until you feel the threads start to lock in place. But that still makes it somewhat difficult to start threading the anode because it is unbalanced. I have found it easiest to use two hands. With my right hand I use the index finger and thumb to turn the anode clockwise while at the same time using the thumb of my left hand pressed against the bottom of large nut to keep the rod level. It is a bit tricky but after a few attempts I have no problem threading the new anode in place.

Dick