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NG Pilot Assembly Kit, SP20305A

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Rheem
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SP20305A
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NG Pilot Assembly Kit, SP20305A
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Description

Rheem SP20305A NG Pilot Assembly Kit
An OEM replacement natural-gas pilot assembly kit used on compatible gas water heaters to connect the pilot burner to the gas valve so the pilot flame can ignite the main burner.

Key Features:
  • Natural gas (NG) pilot assembly kit .
  • Manufacturer description: designed to ensure the pilot burner is connected to the water heater gas valve and to ignite the main burner using a continuous pilot light.
  • Manufacturer notes this is an OEM replacement kit and describes it as highly compatible with Rheem, Ruud, and Richmond water heater components.
  • California Proposition 65 warning is associated with this product on the manufacturer's parts listing.

Compatibility & Applications:
  • Model/serial compatibility is unit-specific and should be confirmed by the manufacturer's specified part number for the exact water heater.
  • Q&A guidance (application examples from the product page):
  • For model PROG40-38N RH59 (with the listed serial in the Q&A), SupplyHouse staff verified SP20305A is the correct pilot assembly for that unit.
  • For model 24I50FDVX (with the listed serial in the Q&A), SupplyHouse staff indicated a different pilot assembly is correct (not SP20305A).
  • For model XG40T12HN38U0 (with the listed serial in the Q&A), SupplyHouse staff indicated a different pilot assembly is correct (not SP20305A).
  • Must only be used where the manufacturer specifies this exact part number: SP20305A.

Installation & Operation Notes:
  • The provided sources do not include step-by-step installation instructions beyond noting this is a pilot assembly kit; follow the water heater's service/installation manual for the specific model.
  • Reviews indicate the kit includes instructions, and installation may involve replacing or dealing with a burner-door gasket; one reviewer notes the old gasket can be difficult to remove and advises keeping debris out of fine-thread connections during assembly.
  • Because this is a gas water heater pilot component, installation/service should be performed by a qualified technician; the provided sources do not explicitly state installer requirements.

Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
  • Common symptom leading to replacement (from Q&A/reviews): pilot light won't stay lit and/or loss of hot water related to pilot/ignition operation.
  • Review-based troubleshooting theme: confirming the pilot assembly as the failed component through diagnostics (including contacting manufacturer tech support) before replacing parts.
  • If replacement does not resolve the full issue, reviews indicate the part may still have been necessary, suggesting additional diagnosis may be required per the unit's service documentation.

Certifications & Compliance:
  • A California Proposition 65 warning is listed for this product on the manufacturer's parts listing.

User Reviews & Q&A Summary:
  • Reviews most often describe it as a perfect/correct fit, good quality, and effective at restoring hot water after pilot-related problems.
  • Multiple reviews highlight fast delivery and being able to get a hard-to-find replacement quickly.
  • Practical installation notes from reviewers include:
  • Old gasket removal can be difficult; debris can contaminate fine threads (e.g., thermocouple connection) and may require cleaning before assembly.
  • Some reviewers report successful DIY installation with "great ease," while others emphasize careful, methodical replacement as a first-time repair.
  • Q&A themes focus on model/serial verification:
  • Staff confirms SP20305A is correct for some specific model/serial combinations, and directs customers to different pilot assembly part numbers for others.

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I would buy this product again and anything else of need.

Excellent quality and perfect fit. Even better, the service and delivery time from Supply House was outstanding.
Homeowner
Washington
8 months ago
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I would buy this item again.

A perfect fit - the part was manufactured correctly and considered all aspects of installation. The instructions supplied were understandable and helpful.
Jack
Chicago
2 years ago
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Part was great. Instructions could use a tweak.

This incident was the first time I replaced a pilot assembly. I called Rheem tech support and Gina, the agent, was superb! She gave me a very clear set of diagnostic instructions and I isolated the pilot assembly as the villain in less than 5 minutes. Good on Gina! My one complaint is that the instructions said to install the new pilot assembly into the burner shield before removing the old gasket. From my experience, that's a bad idea. The gasket is VERY tough to remove and having to protect the new assembly while doing that was a headache. I scraped off what I could of the gasket with a large screwdriver, but a wire wheel chucked into my drill was what got the job done. In that process, some dirt/dust got into the very fine threads of the thermocouple and I couldn't connect it until I'd cleaned the threads of that part. Had I installed the assembly after removing the gasket, I could have immediately installed the burner door into the heater and I doubt the threads on the thermocouple would have gotten dirty. Your mileage may vary. ;-) I live in northeastern PA, so I got the part overnight for no extra charge. That's a big reason I buy from Supply House.
GregOfStroud
Stroudsburg, PA
2 years ago
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Great pricing with next day shipping. Awesome!

Pilot assembly works great. I needed to add a control box with temp feature for the water heater as well. Both purchases from Supply House. They fixed the problems. Hot water again!!!!
Mikey
Detroit
2 years ago
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Good supplier

Exactly what I needed on time delivery . Give them a try
Me man
Illinois
3 years ago
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Great customer service

My Richmond water heater pilot element died after a mere 7 years. You'd think finding a replacement would be simple. Couldn't find the part through the official Richmond website, nor at 3 local businesses who sell plumbing products. Supplyhouse found the exact part needed in 5 min. Customer is king in my eyes, I'll be back... plus prices are good. Thanks
Deb
Upper Michigan
4 years ago
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Gas pilot

Customer service is great fast shipping great price and products are top notch my go to place for parts
Dave
Indiana
4 years ago
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G.
Cincinnati
4 years ago
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I would buy it again

Great product and good price. Got it quick.
Ole
Mason City, IA
4 years ago
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Customer service was great

Had a hard time finding a pilot assembly for my water heater. The photo on the website looked odd, so I called and talked to a gal (don't remember her name, unfortunately) who spent an extra couple minutes to make sure I got what I was after, by verifying the part number and double checking pictures. Shipping was very fast, and it got to me when it was quoted. I prefer to buy local, and don't buy many parts like this, but I tabbed this place in case I needed something else.
Ogre
Wausau, WI
4 years ago
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Q: Will this part fit model number 24I50FDVX, serial #Q262100306

Asked by Bob 2 years ago

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Hi Bob. The correct pilot assembly for your unit is SKU: SP20159 - https://www.supplyhouse.com/Rheem-SP20159-Pilot-Assembly-Replacement-Kit

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Q: Will.this work on a Rheem SP20305A hot water tank. Model # PROG40-38N RH59. Serial #RHLNM031414789 My pilot light won't stay lit.

Asked by Bey 3 years ago

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Hi Bey, thanks for writing in. The SP20305A is indeed the correct pilot assembly for your unit.

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Q: Will this pilot assembly work on a Rheem serial number is MO 415 02381 model XG40T 12 HN38UD thank you

Asked by Ted 3 years ago

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Hi Ted. The correct pilot assembly for your model XG40T12HN38U0, serial M041502381 would be part number SP20799 - https://www.supplyhouse.com/Rheem-SP20799-Pilot-Assembly-Replacement-Kit

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