Rheem SP8293 Electric Water Heater Thermostat 190F

Product Description

The RHEEM SP8293 is an electric thermostat designed for residential electric water heaters. It controls water temperature and provides high-limit protection with a manual reset function. The thermostat is rated for a high-limit setting of 190 degrees F with a tolerance of plus or minus 5 degrees F. A thermostat differential of 17 to 27 degrees F governs the operating range. This part is typically installed by licensed plumbers or water heater service technicians during routine maintenance or component replacement on electric water heater units.

The SP8293 is built for electric water heater applications in the 59T and 66T manufacturer series. It fits standard residential electric tank water heater configurations where an SPDT contact thermostat with manual-reset high-limit protection is required. This thermostat is suited for service calls involving failed temperature regulation, nuisance tripping, or high-limit lockout conditions on compatible electric water heater models.

Key Features

• High-limit setting of 190 degrees F with plus or minus 5 degrees F tolerance
• Manual reset high-limit control for positive fault indication
• SPDT contact configuration for standard electric water heater wiring layouts
• Thermostat differential of 17 to 27 degrees F for stable temperature cycling
• Thermostat tolerance of plus or minus 5 degrees F
• Compact form factor sized for direct OEM-style installation

Compatibility

Designed for use with electric water heaters in the 59T and 66T manufacturer series. Intended as an OEM-style replacement thermostat for compatible RHEEM electric water heater models requiring an SPDT manual-reset high-limit thermostat.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified water heater technician. Always disconnect power at the breaker panel before removing the access panel or handling any thermostat or element wiring on an electric water heater. Verify the replacement thermostat matches the original high-limit rating and contact configuration before completing the install. Local codes may require a permit for water heater component replacement - confirm requirements with the authority having jurisdiction.