{"product_id":"apcom-230133-lower-thermostat-water-heater","title":"Apcom 230133 Lower Thermostat Water Heater","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe APCOM 230133 is a lower thermostat designed as a direct replacement for electric water heater applications. It controls the lower heating element by sensing water temperature and cycling the element on and off to maintain the set point. The 230133 is built in the APCOM style and is intended for installation by licensed plumbers or qualified water heater service technicians. It is a direct-fit replacement that restores proper two-element operation in standard residential electric water heater systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis thermostat is suited for residential electric water heaters in single-family and multi-unit applications. It is an APCOM-style lower thermostat that fits AO Smith, State, and Lochinvar electric water heater models. The lower thermostat in a dual-element water heater manages the bottom element and works in sequence with the upper thermostat to deliver consistent hot water output throughout the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAPCOM-style design for direct OEM-compatible replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eControls lower heating element for consistent tank temperature\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with AO Smith, State, and Lochinvar electric water heaters\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for standard residential dual-element water heater configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis part is an APCOM-style lower thermostat that fits AO Smith, State, and Lochinvar electric water heaters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified water heater technician. Always shut off power to the water heater at the breaker panel before removing the access panel or disconnecting any wiring. The tank should also be de-energized and confirmed dead with a voltage tester prior to handling the thermostat. Follow local plumbing and electrical codes during installation and replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 36.125 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: APCOM\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 230133\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"APCOM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51506795544882,"sku":"230133","price":18.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/knox-230133.jpg?v=1784931004","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/apcom-230133-lower-thermostat-water-heater","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}