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Performance 6 Gal. 2000-Watt Single Element Electric Point of Use Water Heater with 6-Year Warranty

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  • Provides ample hot water for households with 1-2 people
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About This Product

The Rheem Performance 6 Gal. Electric Point-of-Use Water Heater has a space saving design that's ideal for installations in tight spaces and can supply a quick source of hot water for a single application. The heater includes a 2,000-Watt element and a factory installed temperature and pressure relief valve. This point of use heater requires a 120-Volt electrical source for installation and can be mounted on a wall. This model has a 6-year limited tank and parts warranty plus a 1-year in home labor warranty.

Highlights

  • 6 Gal. tank provides a small amount of hot water and is ideal for point of single point of use applications
  • Electric water heater is easy to maintain
  • 6-year limited warranty on tank and parts for your convenience
  • 1-year in home labor warranty for peace of mind
  • Factory installed pressure and temperature relief valve
  • Single 2000-Watt heating element
  • Requires a 120-Volt connection for installation
  • Space saving design is ideal for placement in kitchens, bathrooms and other areas
  • UL approved for use in manufactured housing
  • Can be mounted on a wall to help you conserve space
  • Designed for easy replacement of your existing water heater
  • Call 1-855-650-2786 before noon for same-day installation service in most areas or visit our water heater installation page for more information
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Product Information

Internet # 326404962

Model # XE06P06PU20U0

Store SKU # 1000035100

Specifications

Dimensions: H 15.25 in, W 15.75 in, D 15.75 in

Dimensions

Product Depth (in.)

15.75 in

Product Height (in.)

15.25 in

Product Width (in.)

15.75 in

Water Connection Size (in.)

3/4 in

Details

Amperage (A)

16.67 A

Application Type

Point of Use

Fuel Type

Electric

Household Size

1-2

Indoor/Outdoor

Indoor

Nominal Tank Capacity (gallons)

6 gal

Pack Size

1

Product Weight (lb.)

37 lb

Required Volt Connection

120 volt

Returnable

90-Day

Tank Warranty

6 Year

Uniform Energy Factor

0

Water Heater Features

Overheat Protection, Temperature Pressure Relief Valve

Water Heater Profile

Compact

Wattage (watts)

2000 W

Warranty / Certifications

Certifications and Listings

UL Listed

Part Warranty

6 Year

Questions & Answers

Is this wired for a 15 amp breaker or a 20 amp breaker?
ByJan 19, 2026
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Can My rheem 30 gallon 120v Hot water heater Can it be installed outside?
ByJan 12, 2026
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Hi Jules, The XE30P06PU20U1 should not be installed outdoors unless it is placed inside a fully weather‑protected, insulated, code‑approved enclosure that effectively makes it an indoor installation. Derius

By|Jan 13, 2026
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    What size of breaker is needed for this water heater
    ByJan 11, 2026
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    What size of breaker is needed for this water heater?

    By|Jan 19, 2026
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      Hi Gabriel, For the XE10P06PU20U0, you need: 20‑amp single‑pole breaker 12‑gauge wire on a dedicated 120‑V circuit. Derius

      By|Jan 13, 2026
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        does it come with an electric cord
        ByJan 9, 2026
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        Hi, This model does not have an electric cord included. It should be hard wired. Derius

        By|Jan 13, 2026
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          does it have a power cord
          ByJan 8, 2026
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          No this water heater is designed for hard wired installation

          By|Jan 9, 2026
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          Hi Christine, Based on the information you have provided, the model you inquired about must be hard‑wired by a qualified electrician. It requires a dedicated 120‑V circuit sized appropriately for a 2000‑watt load. You cannot simply plug it into a wall outlet. Derius

          By|Jan 13, 2026
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            How to turn up the hot water Temperature because my hot water only lasted 10 seconds
            ByJan 2, 2026
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            Hi Priscilla, Yes, you can turn up the temperature, the thermostat is behind the access panel. But hot water lasting only 10 seconds usually means the heating element is not working, not just a low temperature setting. If adjusting the thermostat doesn’t help, the element or thermostat likely needs replacement. Please call 866-279-4566 between the hours of 7 A.M. and 7 P.M. CST. Derius

            By|Jan 6, 2026
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              Is 20 gal water heater 110 or 220
              ByDec 31, 2025
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              110

              By|Jan 18, 2026
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                Hi Mike, Based on the information you provided, this model is specifically designed for 120 volts. Derius

                By|Jan 1, 2026
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                  How many amps breaker do I need it for this item
                  ByDec 30, 2025
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                  Hi Jose, Required breaker size: 25‑amp dedicated circuit. Over amperage protection should be 25% over the amperage the unit will give, which is 16.7 amps. This will take you to 20.9, so a 20 amp breaker would not be sufficient. Derius

                  By|Jan 1, 2026
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                    Customer Reviews

                    4.3 out of 5

                    • 4.3 out of 1,444 reviews
                    • 80% recommend this product
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                    Looks like the item was a return, poorly repackaged and damaged. Will not buy items like this from Home Depot online.
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                    Response from RheemMay 23, 2025
                    We're sorry to hear about your experience, Aryeh.

                    Receiving a poorly repackaged or damaged item is frustrating, especially when ordering online. Your feedback is valuable, and we appreciate you sharing it.

                    Derius rheem
                    • Verified Purchase
                    1 found this review helpful
                    All units I looked at had damage (4 of 4), even though the boxes were in good shape.
                    Use Extreme Caution Before Buying! I bought one of these from Home Depot and when I went to install it a few days later, I discovered it was damaged—one side looked completely crushed like it had been dropped. Since I was already in the middle of taking out my old water heater, I had a friend rush to Home Depot to grab another one. Well, guess what? That one was also damaged the exact same way. The weird thing was, the box looked totally fine on the outside—no dents, nothing. I decided to return both to a different Home Depot and try my luck again. While returning them, I asked to speak to a manager, explained the whole hassle and asked if they could offer me a discount considering this was my third trip. Nope. She just flat-out said no. So I went back to the aisle and this time, I was extra careful. I picked the box that looked the cleanest, opened the top—everything looked good. But when I opened the entire box, the bottom was crushed, again the same issue. Now I was down to one last option. I opened that box and the top was slightly damaged—way less than the others though. It was 8:30 on a Saturday night and I needed hot water, so I brought it up to customer service and asked again for a discount. They gave me $100 off. Got it installed and it seems to be working okay for now. But seriously—check every inch of the box before you leave the store. This was a huge headache.
                    by
                    Response from RheemMay 22, 2025
                    Hi,

                    We're sorry to hear about your experience. Dealing with multiple damaged units and multiple trips to the store is frustrating, especially when the packaging appears intact. We appreciate your perseverance and your advice to check boxes carefully before purchasing. Thank you for sharing your experience, and we hope your water heater continues to work well for you.

                    Derius rheem
                      Horrible Product and even more horrible Warranty Service
                      DO NOT BUY A RHEEM WATER HEATER - Seriously. I've had this installed for exactly 2 years, almost until the day. It failed and Rheem will not warranty it. Save your money! This company produces junk.
                      by
                      Response from RheemMar 24, 2025
                      Hi,

                      We're truly sorry to hear about your experience. We understand how frustrating it can be when a product doesn't meet expectations, especially after such a short period.

                      We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the warranty issue. Please reach out to our customer service team directly with your purchase details and any relevant documentation. We want to ensure we address your concerns and find a resolution.

                      Thank you for sharing your feedback. We value your input and are committed to improving our products and services.

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                        Response from RheemFeb 26, 2025
                        Hi,

                        Thank you for choosing the Performance 20 Gal. water heater! We hope it's meeting your expectations and providing reliable service. If you have any feedback or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.

                        Derius rheem
                        • Verified Purchase
                        So far everything is fine and it was a perfect fit everything matches perfectly
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                        • Verified Purchase
                        Dented and not compensated
                        I received mine dented and they won't help keeps sending me back and forth cause I purchased online picked up in store paid someone to install. They wanted me to bring it in it's already installed so I would have to pay for that plus another install just a pure nightmare.
                        by
                        Response from RheemOct 9, 2024
                        Melissa,

                        Thank you for sharing your experience. We are sorry to hear about the issues with your water heater and the inconvenience you’ve faced with the return process. It’s frustrating to deal with a damaged product and the added costs of reinstallation. Your feedback is valuable and will be shared to help improve our services. For additional assistance, please call 866-279-4566 between the hours of 7 A.M. and 7 P.M. CST.

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                          Response from RheemJun 7, 2024
                          Hello Martin,

                          Rheem thanks you for your 5-star review and for selecting us for your water heating needs!

                          Isaiah rheem
                          • Verified Purchase
                          Don't expect it to last beyond the 6 year warranty
                          We installed one in our guest house under the sink. Unfortunately, 6 years and 4.5 months old when I noticed that it had failed...destroyed my cabinets and I had to replace everything again.
                          by
                          Response from RheemApr 4, 2024
                          Hi,

                          We are really sorry to hear about the issues you’ve experienced with your water heater. It’s unfortunate that it failed just after the warranty period and caused damage to your cabinets. We understand how frustrating this situation can be. If you have any questions or need assistance with this issue, please contact 866-279-4566 between the hours of 7 A.M. and 7 P.M. CST. Our experienced analysts will be happy to assist you with this issue.

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                            4 found this review helpful
                            Quality control fail
                            It’s under warranty for 6 years so I hope rheem keeps their word. Unacceptable quality control, too far away to go back and return it. I have other rheem products so I do recommend it but we now need to open boxes to check quality before leaving store.
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                            Response from RheemDec 1, 2023
                            Hi,

                            Thank you for this review. We apologize for the inconvenience you have experienced with your water heater purchase and hope the issue has been resolved. If you still need assistance, please call Technical Support at 866-279-4566 between the hours of 7 A.M. and 7 P.M. CST and one of our experienced analysts will be happy to assist you.

                            Derius rheem
                              • Recommended
                              3 found this review helpful
                              Poor quality did not last.
                              Heating element gone in two months. Like everything HD sells it’s trash.
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                              Response from RheemFeb 14, 2023
                              Hi Paul,

                              Thank you for this review. We apologize for the inconvenience you have experienced with your heating element and hope the issue has been resolved. If you still need assistance, please call Technical Support at 866-279-4566 between the hours of 7 A.M. and 7 P.M. CST and one of our experienced analysts will be happy to assist you.


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