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| | Water Heater Element |
 | | If one element of the water heater was burnt-out and going to ground, the thermostat would be bypassed, and your water at the faucet would be hotter an usual. |
 | | The upper element comes on first via the thermostat, and will heat the water until satisfied, around 120-130 F. Hot water is lighter than cold. |
 | | With only 1 element working, you would experience a shortage of hot water, filling a tub etc. Generally the element most likely to burn out is the one at the bottom, because sediment builds up at the bottom of the tank, touching the element. |
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