50 gallon Rheem electric water heater and stupid son

[1911smith]

Good Lord ! Can't we all play together and get along. This is a help Forum and not UFC!

 

[Twowaxhack]

She posted her model number.

It’s simple enough to look it up like I did.

It’s the basic electric model at Home Depot.

There are no safety’s against dry firing.

 

[Twowaxhack]

Good Lord ! Can't we all play together and get along. This is a help Forum and not UFC!

Sure but don’t you want the info posted to be correct ?

She has the basic water heater that Rheem sells through Home Depot.

I installed 4 of them last month, probably 20 of them last year.

Look up the model number she posted and find where it shuts itself off if there’s no water supplier to it..

She can’t, Rheem can’t, I can’t, no one can because it’s not TRUE.

 

[Twowaxhack]

Easy folks. Nobody gains by stating what they heard versus what is known.

Just conducting a Google search, I do know Rheem offers shut off valves for specific electric water heater based on the below information:

SP21199 - Automatic Shut-Off Valve · Detects water by monitoring flows in the pipe · Includes installation instructions · Prevents damage from water flooding.

I also know the Rheem Performance Platinum has an auto shut off on these units, as spoken about on this You Tube video:



Lastly, this Quora is not specific to this Rheen W/H, but it explains how the auto shut off works.

The auto-off function in water heaters is a safety feature designed to prevent overheating and potential hazards in case of a malfunction. Here’s how it generally works:

1. Thermostat Monitoring: Water heaters are equipped with thermostats that monitor the temperature of the water. If the water temperature exceeds a preset limit (usually around 180°F or 82°C), the thermostat will trigger the auto-off function.
2. Thermal Cutoff Switch: In addition to the thermostat, most water heaters have a thermal cutoff switch (also known as a high-limit switch). This switch acts as a fail-safe. If the thermostat fails to shut off the heating element and the temperature continues to rise, the thermal cutoff switch will activate and cut power to the heating element.
3. Electrical Components: In electric water heaters, this function is typically controlled by relays or contactors that disconnect power from the heating elements when the cutoff switch is activated. In gas water heaters, the gas valve will close to stop the flow of gas.
4. Reset Mechanism: After an auto-off event, the water heater may require a manual reset by the user. This often involves pressing a reset button on the unit. Some models might automatically reset once the temperature drops to a safe level.
5. Indicators and Alarms: Many modern water heaters come with indicators or alarms that alert users to a malfunction, such as an over-temperature condition. This provides an additional layer of safety and helps users take appropriate action.
6. Regular Maintenance: To ensure the auto-off function works effectively, it’s important for users to perform regular maintenance on their water heaters, including checking the thermostat settings, inspecting the thermal cutoff switch, and flushing the tank to remove sediment buildup.

Overall, the auto-off feature is crucial for preventing overheating and ensuring safety in the event of a malfunction.

Can others provide supporting documents as to whether this member was given good or bad information, based on facts, and not hearsay?

Sure I can give supporting information that I’m correct.

Here’s the model number of the water heater.
XE50M06ST45U1
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Rheem-P...-with-6-Year-Warranty-XE50M06ST45U1/326434092

I’ll give anyone $100 gift card that can prove that this model water heater will protect itself from dry firing.

 

[havasu]

....but this shuts down water only?​

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Rheem Performance 50 Gal. Medium 4500-Watt Double ...​

The Home Depot
https://www.homedepot.com › Rheem-Performance-50-...





The Power to Protect: Features the LeakGuard Auto Shutoff Valve, which engages in the unlikely event a leak is detected, to protect your home from water damage.

 

[Twowaxhack]

....but this shuts down water only?​

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Rheem Performance 50 Gal. Medium 4500-Watt Double ...​

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The Home Depot
https://www.homedepot.com › Rheem-Performance-50-...





The Power to Protect: Features the LeakGuard Auto Shutoff Valve, which engages in the unlikely event a leak is detected, to protect your home from water damage.

That’s leak detection on the outside of the tank if the tank leaks.

That’s a different model number but still doesn’t protect against dry firing the top element