Model # 81KR52 Official Rheem 50-gallon power miser viii electric water heater

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Gasket

Part #AP-6708

Replaced by #SP6708

$13.31

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Drain valve

Part #AP-10424-C

Replaced by #100108605

$27.78

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Anode rod

Part #AS-36255A-BD

Replaced by #SP11526C

$60.14 |

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Thermostat

Part #AP-10161

Replaced by #SP11698

$43.03 |

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Cover plate

Part #AS-29892

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Box cover

Part #AS-29893

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Thermostat cover

Part #AP-10162

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Tube gasket

Part #AP-6948

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Jacket access panel

Part #AS-25240(CB)

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Element

Part #AP-8437-ML

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How to replace a water heater element

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Model # 81KR52 Official Rheem 50-gallon power miser viii electric water heater

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Most common symptoms to help you fix your water heaters

Why isn't my water heater making the water hot enough?

Why does my hot water smell like rotten eggs?

Why is there water in my water heater's drain pan?

Why is my water heater making the water too hot?

Why isn't my water heater heating my water?

Why is my water heater's pressure relief valve dripping water?

Why isn't my water heater making enough hot water?

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