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The Rheem/Richmond RP20018 Electric Water Heater Tune-Up Kit is a comprehensive maintenance solution designed to restore residential electric water heaters to peak operating efficiency. This all-in-one kit includes two 240V, 4500W high watt density (HWD) screw-in heating elements constructed with copper sheathing for reliable heat transfer. To ensure precise temperature control and safety, the package features both an upper and a lower Therm-O-Disk thermostat equipped with temperature-sensitive bimetal discs for snap-action contact. The elements utilize a hairpin-bend tubular design sealed into a watertight 1-inch screw plug, providing uniform heat distribution and energy efficiency. Included gaskets ensure a leak-proof seal during installation, making this kit an essential resource for professional plumbers and maintenance technicians. This universal-style kit is compatible with most popular two-element electric water heater models, helping to extend the service life of the water heating system.

Electric water heater tune-up kits provide a quick and easy way to replace the most common items on the most popular water heaters. Includes: (2) 240 V 4500 W Water Heater HWD Screw-in Elements with Gasket (1) Therm-O-Disk 240 V Upper and Lower Thermostats. Sold as a complete kit.

Packaging/Shipping Size and Weight: Length: 17" | Width: 5.65" | Height: 1.55" | Weight: 1.67 lbs

Product Details
brand:	Rheem / Richmond
type:	Water Heater Tune-Up Kit
voltage:	240 V
wattage:	4500 W
Color:	Copper/Black
Finish:	Natural Metallic
Material:	Copper and Steel
Size:	17-inch Length
Voltage:	240V
Wattage:	4500W
Element Type:	High Watt Density (HWD)
Thermostat Type:	Therm-O-Disk (TOD)
Compatibility:	Fits most major brands including Rheem, Richmond, and Ruud
UPC:	662766436815
Thread Type:	1 in. NPSM
Thermostat Brand:	Therm-O-Disk
Kit Contents:	2 Elements, 2 Gaskets, 1 Upper Thermostat, 1 Lower Thermostat
Thread Size:	1 in. NPSM
Hex Head Size:	1-1/2 in
Certifications:	UL and CSA Listed
Warranty:	1-Year Limited Warranty
Kit Components:	2 Elements, 2 Gaskets, 1 Upper Thermostat, 1 Lower Thermostat
Mounting Type:	1-inch Screw-in

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General Ledger Coding makes accounting easier by providing you with a calculated total of purchases based on your General Ledger Codes.

In addition to traditional General Ledger Summary provided at time of invoice, we can also provide quotes and order acknowledgements with General Ledger Coding as well. We also give you the ability to change a GL Code for one or all items for renovation projects that may utilize a single GL Code. We can also code any of our "extended inventory" items with your General Ledger Code at the time of quote, order confirmation and invoicing as well. We can code our item numbers directly to your GL Codes should our item categories not align directly with your GL Code Categories.

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