• The 6910474 helps provide plenty of hot water.hot tap image by pncphotos from Fotolia.com
  
  The 6910474 is a 5500-watt replacement element for Whirlpool electric water heaters, which are sold exclusively by the Lowe's retail chain. The element is an elongated J-shape with a screw thread and flange, or terminal block, at the longer end. It is supplied with a gasket.
  
  

Material

• The 6910474 is made from INCOLOY, a super alloy of nickel, iron and chromium, that can be used at high temperatures.
  
  

Wattage

• The 6910474 is suitable for water heaters with a 5500 wattage rating. Information about wattage rating is printed on the flange, or terminal block, of the element. Additionally, it may be found on the water heater data plate, which is next to the element door.
  
  

Warning

• Whirlpool warns that elements must be submerged in water before applying electrical power. Failure to do so could destroy them. The manufacturer's warranty does not cover elements damaged in this manner.