Immersion Heater Element Replacement
These elements can usually be replaced without replacing the storage tank.
Immersion heater element replacement. Our team of fully qualified and insured electricians and plumbers are always ready and on hand quickly if you find. Electric immersion heaters are simply water storage cylinders which are heated by an electric coil and can provide hot water independent of the central heating system. Heatrod elements are used by many of the big brand manufacturers in their appliances so buying replacement parts or immersion heaters direct from us means you get the part that s designed specifically for the job quickly and. Heater elements come in 7 11 18 and 27 inch lengths and you may well have two in your tank.
Aiicioo 12v 300w heating element dc immersion heater with 1 inch bsp dn25 thread submersible heater for solar energy or wind turbine 4 3 out of 5 stars 39 28 99 28. The immersion heater is the heating element that is situated in your hot water tank. In most cases replacing the heating element is a simple job if you are comfortable with electrical wiring and using hand tools. Heatrod are a specialist supplier of immersion heaters and replacement heating elements for domestic appliances including ovens washing machines and dishwashers.
Changing immersion heater element diy. Common immersion heater problems thermostat immersion switch time clocks and immersion heater element repairs at immersion heater ie we continually strive to offer all of our dublin customers a same day or next day repair. Measure the one you take out and replace it with the same length fitting. I am a professional plumber and heating engineer i get called out to boiler repairs and jobs like this regularly.
Depending on the size of the water storage cylinder may be up to 3 electric heating elements inside. This is an immersion heater thermostat replacement guide for anyone who is looking to change their immersion heater thermostat and the heating element. Its universal designs allow it to fit most major water heater brands. Detailed instructions and a gasket are included with each packaged element.
This screw in fold back water heater element is made this screw in fold back water heater element is made of the highest grade nickel and stainless steel and heats in lime and sand buildup that would burn out ordinary elements. The exposed part looks like an upturned cup and can be found at the top of the tank top entry or at the side of the tank side entry.