Does Atwood Still Make 6 Gallon Water Heaters For RVs?

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Does Atwood still make 6 gal gas hot water heaters for RVs?

asked by: David R

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Hey David, thanks for reaching out. Atwood water heaters have been discontinued for quite some time as Atwood is no longer in business. We do still carry a water heater with a 6 gallon tank, the Dometic # DMC74FR. Even standard water heaters like this are getting rarer because most people are switching to tankless. That's what I highly recommend checking out to save energy and get instant hot water, and you can replace the Atwood with the Furrion RV Tankless Water Heater # FR68SR. just keep in mind this Furrion unit is 12-5/8" wide x 12-5/8" tall x 19-1/4" deep overall, so your cutout may need to be modified to allow it to fit.

Reply below and let me know if you have any questions.

expert reply by: Jesse M

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Carolyn B.

8/8/2025

Is there a tankless water heater that you would recommend for a motor home that has a 6 gal Atwood lp/electric Thanks

Jesse M.

8/11/2025

@CarolynB Yes the Furrion # FR68SR is what I recommend for that. Just like I mentioned above the tankless unit will be smaller than the tanked one so some modification of the cutout will be required. Also please confirm the 18"x18" door will work for you.

Answer 1

The Atwood GC6AA-7 was discontinued and is no longer available. For a replacement you can use the Dometic RV Water Heater #DMC74FR. This is also gas and electric and has a 6 gallon tank just like the Atwood. The price can be found on the product…

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Answer 2

Hey Kevin. The Replacement Door item #DMC58FR is designed to fit the Dometic RV Water Heater item #DMC74FR, which has vents built into the unit itself. This 6-gallon water heater would be a great option to replace a Suburban SW6DEL heater but the…

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Answer 3

Hey, Greg. Thanks for your question. It sounds like you may be looking at the water heater door latch #372225. These aren't part of the hinge for the door but keep it closed. Below is a picture of how its used and I've also included a link…

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Answer 4

The only tank equipped RV water heat option we currently offer is the Dometic RV Water Heater part #DMC74FR which is a 120 volt unit with 6 gallon tank and gas/electric operation. In regards to installation, this must be performed by a qualified…

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Answer 5

Yes, the Replacement Door for Atwood RV Water Heaters #AT91386 will fit and replace your Atwood GH6-6E door. It is also available in black #AT91507.

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Answer 6

Yes, the Replacement Black Door for 6-Gallon Atwood Water Heater #AT91507 is the correct replacement door for your Atwood GCH6A-10E water heater. We also have it available in white with part #AT91386.

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Answer 7

Yes, the Replacement Door for Atwood RV Water Heaters #AT91386 installs using two pins at the bottom. It is then secured shut using a Water Heater Door Latch #372225. I have included a picture showing the door attached to the pins.

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Answer 8

We only have one water heater that is not tank-less. That is the Dometic RV Water Heater #DMC74FR. The #DMC74FR water heater has cut-out dimensions of 12-3/4" tall x 12-3/4" wide x 19-7/8" deep. The door is available as #DMC58FR. The…

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Answer 9

Hey Chris, no, the Dometic RV Water Heater #DMC74FR does not come with the Double-Panel On/Off Switch for Dometic Gas / Electric Combination Water Heaters #AT91230, so you'd need to order that as well! If you need anything else, please feel free…

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Answer 10

No, the grill/screen is not sold separately for the Atwood 6-gallon water heater door, so you would need to get the entire door if your screen is missing or broken. The correct part is one of the following, depending on if you want a White or Black…

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Answer 11

The Double-Panel On/Off Switch #AT91230 on your 2014 Passport takes all of the work out of using your water heater. You used to have to light the system manually where now you simply have to flip either switch whether you are going to use electric or…

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Answer 12

I reached out to my contact at Dometic and he agreed that your switch needs to be replaced. You can use one of the following: Dual Switch White - #AT91230 Single Switch White - #AT91859 Black - #AT91959 Attached is a photo showing the wiring…

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