twogypsiesExplorerJul 20, 2013Hot water heaterWe have a suburban SW12DE hot water heater in our fifth wheel trailer. On gas it seems to work as it should. When we put it on electric the water does not get as hot. What could be the problem?
bob213ExplorerJul 21, 2013Pretty easy to replace. Available at Home Depot or Lowes, make sure you get the wrench to remove it. Here's a video that may help:element replacement
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