Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Official Kenmore 387920402 gas water heater thermostat, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.
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Part #N/P
The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part
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Part #F145-0172
The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part
Replacement parts diagram
Part #F145-0696
The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part
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