Replacement Water Heater For Atwood Model 6A7 Propane Water Heater.

Question:

Im trying to replace atwood propane water heater for a trailer. model G6A7SPK or 5PK. Would that be the DMC74FR and if so DOES that come with tank too?

asked by: Cynthia B

Expert Reply:

You can use the Dometic RV Water Heater - Gas and Electric - Automatic Pilot - 120 Volt - 10,000 Btu - 6 Gal Tank
# DMC74FR to replace your old Atwood water heater. It comes with a 6 gallon tank.

However I do highly recommend replacing it with the Fogatti RV Tankless Water Heater - Gas - Automatic Pilot - 41,800 Btu - White # LSB64FR.

There is a huge difference when it comes to heated water performance and availability. You will not be wasting propane by heating water in a tank over and over again. Also it is on demand you don't have to wait for it to heat back up.

To compare the units. The traditional unit makes 12 gallons of hot water an hour. The tankless unit makes 12 gallons of hot water in 8 minutes. Or 1-1/2 gallons per minute.

If you do decide to use the tankless water heater you will need to get a Camco RV Water Heater Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve - 1/2" Valve w/ 4" Probe # CAM10423.

expert reply by: David B