Anode Rod Replacement

[meesterbig]

Good morning. I am preparing to replace the anode rod in my 80 gallon electric and want to know if I can safely use Teflon tape to seal the threads on the rod fitting? If not, what is recommended? Thank you.

 

[Twowaxhack]

Yes

 

[TomFOhio]

I use teflon tape and pipe dope.