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

Rheem 81KR52 50-gallon power miser viii electric water heater Parts

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Rheem 81KR52 50-gallon power miser viii electric water heater, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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  • Insulation for Rheem 81KR52 - Part AP-8776

    Functional replacement parts diagram

    Insulation

    Part #AP-8776

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Element for Rheem 81KR52 - Part AP-8437-ML

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    Element

    Part #AP-8437-ML

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Shroud Valve for Rheem 81KR52 - Part AP-2480

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    Shroud Valve

    Part #AP-2480

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Thermostat Cover for Rheem 81KR52 - Part AP-10162

    Thermostat Cover

    Part #AP-10162

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Thermostat for Rheem 81KR52 - Part AP-10158

    Functional replacement parts diagram

    Thermostat

    Part #AP-10158

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Owners Manual F642-3091 for Rheem 81KR52 - Part AP-10826

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    Owners Manual F642-3091

    Part #AP-10826

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

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Repair guides for electric water heaters

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Repair time and Difficulty

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How to replace a water heater temperature and pressure (T&P) relief valve

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Repair time and Difficulty

 15 minutes or less
How to replace a water heater drain valve

How to replace a water heater drain valve

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Repair time and Difficulty

 30 minutes or less

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