Hello, i have a reliance 606 im having a problem that the reset button, it keep on tripping. when i reset it last like 2 days then it trips again. i have changed the upper thermostat and element and it still trip had to reset it again. now yesterday i changed the lower thermostat and element. what do u think is the problem
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Replace both thermostats and test both elements.
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As a precaution just double check the wiring and make sure the upper thermostat isn't set higher than the lower thermostat as this runs the risk of the upper element running continuously.
It sounds like you have things pretty well covered. I would change reset and if it continues to trip breaker I would check wiring very carefully where it enters top of water heater. Check for any nicks or bare spots on wiring insulation. Other than that about all I can think of is to change breaker. Sometimes they do get weak and trip to easily. Hope this helps. Thanks