I bought this element, it shorted out anyone know the reason why? It lasted a little over a year, had already installed a new receptacle for the plug
1030834
Not sure-but I've had problems with mine ever since I got it 2 years ago-it never sat flush and needs to be reseated constantly to work. I ordered replacement from different vendor
1425395
Sounds like a short somewhere, mine has worked fine, the only problem I have had is it leaks water al over, have to get some auqarium sealent and use it and see if that would work, Good luck, hope you can send it back and have them replace it.
889269
I am not sure how long they work maybe there was a surge in power. That caused it to not work so well anymore. might be helpful to put it on a surge the next time you get one.
703167
I haven't had any problems with mine. Not sure on that one. Just glad they are cheap enough to replace if there is a problem. I would be more than willing to bet that it's not the plug. Maybe check with Amazon or try to contact the seller if possible. Wish I could be more help with this one.
1714367
Swap it out with other one that does work. If it works you have defective wiring or connections. Check your fuses. Try different wiring harnesses. Try the simple one that just connects to a 12v outlet. Hope it works for you and the problem is a simple one. I've had mine about 6 months and they have performed very well. Good luck.
1547505
Mine did too but it wasn't the heaters fault. In one case the plug i used for my heater was too small. Another time the wire to the heater was too small. These electrical components should be rated for 60 to 80 amps, wire size 8 or so. these wires are the size of a pencil and carry a lot of current. Usually the power componants to the heater are at fault. The breaker should be at least 60 amps or more. Note use your own units directions as each one is different. Hope this opinion helps.
2150879
Make sure you do not have it inserted in the neutral prong of the receptacle or it will not show voltage. You should always test it on something you know is hot first to make sure It is working before you rely on it
1618532
I bought mine about a month ago and it just shorted out! It's not working anymore. What are our options?
2046254
Yes, I had to replace my original one that burnt out...do to my stupidity...I had left the electric switch on the water heater tank to "on" after I had winterized the RV. So when I started to De-winterize I absent mindedly plugged in the RV without turning the water heater switch to "off". Although this element is shorter than the original it works the same. You will need to purchase a special sized tool to remove the element. I purchased a couple more elements, just in case my stupidity returns?!?
673107
The lighter plug has a fuseThe fuse may have blownTry a technical place like radio shack to see if the can test it or get you a USB adapter
1294939
Your fuse blew up in the engine bay. Happened to me 3 times. Can't remember which exact fuse in your fuse box, but look for a fuse marked with INT LGT or something like that. Basically, a faulty led bulb caused a short and damage the fuse.
178431
I have the same problem, have had the unit for about a year and this began happening rather abruptly. I purchased the Connector suggested in another answer but it did not fix the problem.
1000762
Maybe too much current. measure it and compare it to diode specks check to make sure the diode isn't shorted.
286001
Take the plug apart. You will find a fuse there. Replace it. If this doesn't work, the heater element is burned out, and you'll have to buy a new one. Typically these things last about 2 to 3 years. Good luck.
24817
My works fine but I just had to replace my ground fault outlet.Not sure if it blew from the tank heater,fence charger on age.Check the outlet.If not that perhaps you received defective ones
1657628
Mine also stopped working. I had only used it a couple times, and for a brief time. At first I thought it was my electrical outlet since it happened so soon after I had purchased it. Very disappointing.
1385779
You may have possible blew a fuse? Make sure to recheck all your wiring, I've had mine installed for almost 2 years now and they still work fine. Worst case is you might have a faulty unit.