Kit Model: EWH-05
Bundle Includes: 2 x 4500W 240V Screw-In Heating Elements, 1 x Upper Thermostat, 1 x Lower Thermostat, 2 x Terminal Protective Covers, 2 x Element Gaskets, 1 x Dual Hex Element Wrench, 1 x Quick Change Tool, 1 x Tank Drain Guide Board
Fitment: Most residential dual-element 240V electric water heaters 30 gallon and above with 14 inch or larger tank diameter, including Rheem, Ruud, A.O. Smith, State, Reliance, Kenmore, GE, Whirlpool, Bradford White, Lochinvar, Richmond, Craftmaster, Mor-Flo, APCOM and Suburban RV units that use 1 inch NPSM screw-in elements
Type: Aftermarket complete tune-up kit (not a Genuine OEM kit for any single brand unless stated in title)
Key Features
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Full Tune-Up In One Box replaces the most common failure points in an electric water heater at once: both heating elements, both thermostats, gaskets and terminal covers
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Two 4500W 240V Copper Sheathed Elements (3500W at 208V) with 1 inch x 11-1/2 NPSM threads, fits standard residential screw-in ports
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Adjustable Upper and Lower Thermostats rated 120 to 480 VAC, temperature range 90F to 150F, direct swap for common residential dual-element controls
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Dual Hex Element Wrench with 1-1/2 inch and 1-1/16 inch ends removes screw-in elements and 3/4 inch NPT anode rods without extra tools
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Included Drain Guide Board channels tank water into a bucket when dropping the lower element, no mess on the floor
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Terminal Protective Covers snap over thermostat wiring lugs to prevent short circuits and accidental contact
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Restores Hot Water Recovery by fixing no-hot-water, lukewarm water, long recharge time, popped reset button and thermostat chatter
What It Fixes
Use this EWH-05 kit when your water heater shows:
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One or both elements burned out (no hot water or slow recovery)
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Thermostat stuck or reset button keeps tripping
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Leaking around the element flange from aged gaskets
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Exposed thermostat terminals after a previous repair left covers off
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Routine 3 to 5 year maintenance on a 30 to 80 gallon residential electric tank
Compatible Brands and Series (Partial List)
Rheem Performance and Marathon, Ruud, A.O. Smith ProMax and Signature, State Select, Reliance, Kenmore 153 and 154 series, GE SGPT and PE series, Whirlpool E2F and E2S series, Bradford White Utility and Residential, Lochinvar, Richmond, Craftmaster, Mor-Flo, APCOM controls, Suburban RV SW4 SW6 SW10 SW12 series (verify voltage before install)
If your heater is single-element, 120V, or uses flanged bolt-on elements, this kit is not the right match. Send us your heater model number and nameplate voltage before ordering.
Specifications
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Kit Model: EWH-05
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Heating Elements: 2 x 4500W 240V (3500W at 208V), copper sheath, 1 inch NPSM x 13-9/16 inch insert
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Thermostats: Upper and lower, 120 to 480 VAC, 90F to 150F adjust
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Covers: 2 x plastic terminal protective covers
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Gaskets: 2 x rubber element gaskets
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Wrench: Dual hex 1-1/2 inch and 1-1/16 inch, steel
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Extras: 1 x quick change tool, 1 x drain guide board
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Package: 1 x EWH-05 Tune-Up Kit
Installation and Safety Note
WARNING: Turn off power at the breaker panel first, lock it out, then close the cold water inlet and open a hot faucet to relieve tank pressure. Drain several gallons through the drain valve, use the included board to catch runoff when pulling the lower element, swap parts one port at a time, fit new gaskets, torque snug with the wrench, refill and purge air before restoring power. If unsure, hire a licensed plumber or electrician.
Compatibility Disclaimer
This is an aftermarket tune-up kit. Rheem, A.O. Smith, Kenmore, GE, Bradford White, Suburban and other names are used only to indicate fitment. Not affiliated with or endorsed by any of those manufacturers.