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Old 01-21-2009, 05:35 PM   #1
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Default we have replace the thermostat and heating element, but the ...

we have replace the thermostat and heating element, but the reset button keeps popping, and hot water isnt lasting long or very hot. Anyone know why this is happening? plse

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Old 05-28-2009, 06:15 AM   #2
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does anyone know why i would need to push the reset button from time to time to get hot water
 
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Assuming it's a 2 element water heater I'd suggest replacing both thermostats. The stat without the overload might be overheating the water and causing the OL to trip.
The overloads are temperature dependent, not current.
 
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