Drew,

Be sure the part comes with a gasket. I have seen replacement elements shipped without a gasket. The old gasket will be deformed.

Also, I believe that the heating element is somewhat universal in size. If you are in the EU, you might compare the element in your Isotherm to universal replacements available in marine stores and plumbing stores. When I was hauled in Malta, the yard found an element for 60 euro. I had to make a gasket by cutting one out of gasket material, but it works fine.

My experience is that the element will have a life of 6-10 years.

Bill Rouse
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