Model #HE3850S981CSA Official Maytag electric water heater
Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Maytag HE3850S981CSA electric water heater, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.
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Thermostat, lower (w/hi-
Part #66001008
The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part
Panel, access (upper) - series 8
Part #9002452
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Valve, drain (2" long)
Part #66001015
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Tank, expansion (2 gal.) - series 10
Part #66001013
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Pan, drain (22") - series 10
Part #66001011
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Manual, use & care - series 8
Part #66001085
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Valve, drain - series 10
Part #66001075
The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part
Panel, access (lower) - series 10
Part #9001565
The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part
Dip tube
Part #66001066
The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part
(28") - series 10
Part #66001012
The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part
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