Reconnect the wires make sure the thermostat is flush against the tank.
Electric water heater thermostat replacement.
Before replacing make sure that the electrical power to the unit and breaker is turned off.
Water heater thermostat replacement procedure applies to either the lower or upper element.
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Remove the plastic cover.
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19 remove the 2 wires on the bottom element.
20 using the water heater socket remove the bottom element by turning counter clockwise.
Electric water heater thermostat replacement step 1 always disconnect the power or shut off the breaker before doing any work on a water heater.
18 replace the top thermostat and be care to pay attention to the wire locations for me i used the rheem sp11698 electric thermostat.
Replace the access panel covers securing the covers with the retaining screws.
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Replace the faulty thermostat and place the insulation back over the thermostats and the heating elements.
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Remove the cover and insulation to have access to the thermostat.
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