Can you replace an Atwood water heater with a Suburban?
Yes. You can replace your Atwood GC6AA-7 water heater with a Suburban brand if desired.
Why is my Atwood Hot water heater not working?
One of the most common problems with Atwood RV water heater is a pilot outage. This can happen if you have a weak gas control magnet or if the thermocouple needs to be replaced. For poor pilot flame, you would need to replace the orifice. If it is not too old hen you can try cleaning the orifice and see how it goes.
What is Atwood water heater?
Efficient Atwood Water Heater. Our fast recovery Water Heaters produce hot water up to 7.4 gallons per hour at 70% efficiency. The RV heater features a Pilot Ignition that has efficient time-tested performance.
How long do Atwood water heaters last?
approximately 10-15 years
You can expect a tank RV water heater to last approximately 10-15 years. Of course, this is just an average and will vary greatly depending on brand, usage, maintenance and sheer old good (or bad) luck.
How do I change my RV water heater from gas to electric?
How to Convert a Gas RV Water Heater to Electric
- Shut off the water pump or the water supply to the RV.
- Wrap pipe tape on the threads.
- Run a 110 service line to the hot water tank.
- Locate the hot water tank’s tin cover and remove it.
- Attach the hot wire from the thermostat to one post on the electric heater element.
How long does it take for an electric water heater to heat up in a camper?
RV water heaters typically take 20 minutes to heat up the water. It also depends on how many gallons of water is in it if there are 10 gallons it can take longer to heat up.
Who owns Atwood water heater?
Atwood is now Dometic Atwood Mobile Products was founded in 1909 as the Atwood Vacuum Machine Company by brothers James and Seth Atwood.
What is the lifespan of an RV water heater?
10 years
The life span of an RV water heater depends on a number of factors, but with proper care, they can be operational for up to 10 years. Draining and flushing your tank, changing the anode rod, and other annual tasks will help keep your water heater working for years.