Removing and Replacing RV Hot Water Heater Element

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I have a 6gal water heater it went out dont know the number and its hard to take out

asked by: Lloyd R

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Expert Reply:

The removal of the hot water heater element can be difficult. You can use a crescent wrench on the hex head of the element to unscrew it but Camco has a special wrench # CAM09883 to help with removing that element. This allows you to use a screwdriver and fits standard screw in elements with 1-1/2 inch nuts. Most factory water heaters are the Atwood water heaters that will take the element you referenced. I've attached a video to help further.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 2

I added a photo which shows the location of the heating element of the Atwood Water Heater GC6AA-10E for you. It is item number 17 in the diagram. Atwood does recommend having a professional do the job if you are replacing it due to its location.

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Answer 3

The proper replacement heating element for your Dometic GC6AA-10E is the Camco #CAM02103. Because the element is accessed from the rear of the unit, Dometic recommends having a qualified service center complete the installation. A specific socket is…

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Answer 5

The Camco RV Replacement Water Heater Element #CAM02143, according to Camco, is a fit for a range of water heater brands. The gasket is included. The unit screws in with a 1-1/4-inch diameter threaded portion and its overall length end to end is…

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Answer 6

The Camco Wrench for Screw-In Water Heater Element #CAM09883 is a socket for the 1-1/2 inch nut on water heater elements. You can however use a box end wrench, channel locks, or a plumbers wrench if needed. Often sediment and corrosion can make it…

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

I am not sure exactly what water heater you have but the Atwood elements are typically on the same side of the heater as the removable panel. For a replacement element you'd want the part #CAM02143.

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Answer 9

Take a look at the accompanying diagram I added for you, and you can see where the heating element is on your Atwood water heater GC6AA-10E; it is number 17 in the diagram and on the back of the unit, so the heater will need to be removed to do the…

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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