{"product_id":"camco-42145-wh500-rv-water-heater-insect-screen","title":"Camco 42145 WH500 RV Water Heater Insect Screen","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe Camco 42145 (Model WH500) is a stainless steel insect screen that mounts over your RV water heater vent to keep wasps and mud daubers out while letting the burner breathe. It fits Atwood 6 and 10 gallon and Suburban 6 gallon water heaters, and it installs in minutes with the included fasteners and tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've ever pulled your RV out of storage in the spring and fired up the water heater only to smell something burning or watch the flame struggle, there's a good chance the culprit is living inside the vent. Wasps and mud daubers love that little sheltered opening on the side of your rig. They build nests fast, and those nests block the airflow the burner needs to run clean. Left alone, a clogged vent can mean poor combustion, sooting, and an expensive service call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Camco 42145, sold as the Model WH500, is the simple fix. It's a stainless steel mesh screen that mounts right over the water heater vent and keeps flying insects out while letting the burner breathe. It fits Atwood 6 and 10 gallon water heaters and Suburban 6 gallon units, which covers a big slice of the RVs and campers out there. The screen measures 6 inches long by 8-1\/2 inches wide by 1-1\/4 inches deep, sized to sit over the factory vent opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall is about as easy as RV maintenance gets. The screen comes with two spring fasteners and a small installation tool, so you're not hunting through your parts drawer or drilling anything. You hook the screen over the vent, seat the spring fasteners, and you're done. Most folks knock it out in a couple of minutes without leaving the ladder. And because it's stainless steel, it won't rust streak down your sidewall the way a cheap plated screen will after a season in the weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's why the mesh matters. A water heater burner needs a steady supply of air to burn cleanly and vent its exhaust. Block that airflow with a mud dauber nest and you get incomplete combustion, which shows up as yellow flame, soot around the vent, and sometimes a heater that won't stay lit. The open weave on this screen is designed to stop insects from getting in while still passing the air the burner needs. You get protection without choking the appliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe tell every RV owner the same thing. Install these when you de-winterize, and check them when you button up for storage. That's when nests get started, during the shoulder seasons when the rig sits still and the bugs go looking for a home. If you camp in the South or anywhere mud daubers are thick, a vent screen is cheap insurance against a repair that costs a hundred times as much. Pair it with screens on your furnace and refrigerator vents and you've closed off the usual entry points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe package includes English and French instructions, so it's ready for use across North America. And the screen is reusable. Pull it off if you ever need to service the water heater, then snap it right back on when you're done. There's no adhesive to peel and no residue left behind on your sidewall. When it does eventually collect dust and pollen, a quick rinse with the hose or a pass with a soft brush clears the mesh and it's back to full airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote that this is a single screen, sized for the water heater vent specifically. It's not a universal cover, and it's not the same as the screens made for your furnace or fridge vents, so grab the right part for each opening. Before you order, confirm your water heater is an Atwood 6 or 10 gallon or a Suburban 6 gallon, since the screen is cut for those vent openings. If you're running a different tank, measure your vent against the 6 by 8-1\/2 inch footprint. Get the fit right and this little stainless screen will quietly do its job for years. It's the kind of small part that saves you a big headache.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStainless steel mesh construction resists rust and weather, so it won't streak your sidewall after a season outdoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits Atwood 6 and 10 gallon and Suburban 6 gallon water heater vents, covering most common RV tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e6 in L x 8-1\/2 in W x 1-1\/4 in D screen sized to sit over the factory vent opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOpen mesh weave blocks wasps and mud daubers while still passing the air the burner needs to run clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes two spring fasteners and an installation tool for a no-drill install in a couple of minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReusable and residue-free, pops off for water heater service and snaps right back on\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle water heater vent screen, Camco Model WH500\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnglish and French instructions included for use across North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Camco reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhich water heaters does the Camco 42145 fit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's sized for Atwood 6 and 10 gallon water heaters and Suburban 6 gallon units. Before ordering, confirm your tank is one of those, or measure your vent against the 6 by 8-1\/2 inch footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill the screen restrict my water heater's airflow?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. The open stainless mesh is designed to block flying insects while still passing the air the burner needs to run clean. It keeps bugs out without choking the appliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat comes in the package?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYou get the stainless steel screen, two spring fasteners to hold it in place, and a small installation tool. Instructions are printed in English and French.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDo I need tools or drilling to install it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo drilling. The included tool and the two spring fasteners are all you need. You hook the screen over the vent, seat the fasteners, and you're done in a couple of minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the screen made of?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eHeavy-duty stainless steel mesh. Stainless holds up to weather and won't rust streak down your sidewall the way a cheaper plated screen can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat size is the screen?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt measures 6 inches long by 8-1\/2 inches wide by 1-1\/4 inches deep, sized to cover the factory water heater vent opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhy do I need a water heater vent screen?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWasps and mud daubers build nests inside water heater vents, especially while your rig sits in storage. Those nests block airflow and cause poor combustion, sooting, and heaters that won't stay lit. A screen stops the problem before it starts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs the screen reusable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. Pop it off if you ever need to service the water heater, then snap it right back on. There's no adhesive and no residue left behind. A quick rinse clears any dust or pollen from the mesh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this the same as a furnace or refrigerator vent screen?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. This one is cut specifically for the water heater vent. 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