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Rheem SP20170A Thermostat/Burner Assembly Retrofit Kit
Retrofit kit replaces thermostat and burner assembly for natural-gas units compatible with 6FGV3 models
- Designed for 6FGV3 models for direct compatibility
- Natural gas fuel type ensures correct operation
- Thermostat and burner combined in one kit
- Meets California Proposition 65 standards for compliance
- New condition guarantees factory reliability
Retrofit Kit for 6FGV3 Models
This Rheem SP20170A kit replaces the thermostat and burner assembly on compatible units. It is designed specifically for the 6FGV3 model series. The package provides the components needed to restore proper heating function. Installers working on these specific appliances will find the correct parts included.
Natural Gas Operation and Compliance
The assembly is built for natural gas fuel systems. It meets the requirements of California Proposition 65. Standard safety considerations for gas appliances apply during installation and use. No additional power-draw or noise specifications are provided for this mechanical component.
Direct Replacement Components
The kit bundles the thermostat and burner assembly together for a single retrofit procedure. This combination eliminates the need to source separate parts for the repair. No software or electronic accessories are included with this mechanical hardware.
Highlights
- Designed for 6FGV3 models for direct compatibility
- Natural gas fuel type ensures correct operation
- Thermostat and burner combined in one kit
- Meets California Proposition 65 standards for compliance
- New condition guarantees factory reliability
Specifications
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Questions about this item
How is the SP20170A retrofit kit installed, and which step involving the gas supply is often missed?
Turn off the gas, remove the old thermostat and burner assembly, fit the new kit to the 6FGV3 unit, then restore gas and check for leaks; the step people skip is pressure-testing the connections before relighting the pilot.
What maintenance or replacement will the SP20170A kit need later?
Inspect the burner ports and thermostat sensor annually for soot or corrosion; replace the entire assembly if the pilot fails to stay lit or the thermostat no longer reaches the set temperature.
What limit appears first on the SP20170A kit under sustained natural-gas operation?
The thermostat’s high-limit safety will trip first if the water temperature exceeds the factory-set cut-off, shutting off the burner until the unit cools and the reset is pressed.
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