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    Apr 5, 2007, 02:07 PM
    Electric water heater won't stop running
    My electric water heater won't stop running the thermostats are on the lowest setting what could the problems be. Id appreciate any help.
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    Apr 5, 2007, 02:19 PM
    You might find an answer on the following link. There is something down the page in it about won't stop running.

    Retrofitting Your Water Heater
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    Apr 5, 2007, 08:18 PM
    Your thermostat has failed, if your t and p has not popped off you need to replace that too. What brand water heater and what is the serial number?
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