270-Degree Yellow Resettable Thermal Switch, 415-43676-02

Bradford White 415-43676-02 270° Yellow Resettable Thermal Switch
A Bradford White resettable thermal safety switch used on certain Bradford White gas water heaters to help protect the appliance by opening the safety circuit at a specified high-temperature condition when the correct replacement switch is required.

Key Features

• 270° yellow resettable thermal switch (as listed)
• Identified as a resettable thermal switch in Bradford White residential gas replacement parts documentation
• SupplyHouse lists it as replacing 239-43676-02 and 265-48643-02

Compatibility & Applications

• Listed in Bradford White residential gas replacement parts documentation (e.g., atmospheric vent gas water heater parts lists) as the resettable thermal switch used on certain models.
• Must only be used where the manufacturer specifies this exact part number: 415-43676-02. Bradford White parts documentation emphasizes that both model and serial number are required to select/order correct replacement parts.

Installation & Operation Notes

• Installation should be performed by a qualified water-heater service technician.
• Reference the specific water heater's service/installation documentation and parts list for correct location, wiring, and reset procedure.
• Because it is part of a safety circuit, follow the manufacturer's service guidance for safe shutdown and verification before returning the unit to service.

Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• This switch is commonly replaced when troubleshooting points to a tripped/failed resettable thermal safety switch contributing to a "no hot water" condition or repeated shutdown.
• User feedback indicates replacement is often performed while diagnosing related issues (for example, some users mention the underlying problem could also involve other components such as the thermocouple), so diagnosis should follow the unit's troubleshooting guidance rather than replacing parts blindly.

User Reviews & Q&A Summary

• Fixes the problem / restores operation: Many reviewers report the switch replacement resolved their issue and got the water heater working again.
• Easy install: Multiple reviews describe installation as straightforward and quick.
• Good fit and packaging: Common comments mention it fit without issue and arrived well packed.
• Availability and fast shipping: Several users note they couldn't find it locally and were satisfied with quick delivery and pricing.