So I’m on my way to the store to pick up a voltage tester b/c our showers have been noticeably room temperature today. We own our place so I’m attempting some basic DIY troubleshooting steps before I call a plumber. Found this 4-minute video guide to resetting an electric water heater. At 2:30 into the video, right after the plumber removes the cover plate and insulation, the white plastic cover in the video has two holes, and the top hole supposedly has a bright red button to reset it.

I’ve already flipped off the circuit breaker and removed the metal cover plate. The problem is, my white plastic cover thingy only has one hole. I don’t see a big red reset button on mine. Any tips on where else to look for the big red reset button? If it makes any difference, I am located in the US, and I believe the brand of my water heater is State Select, model number ES652DORT 210.

Side question - should I take steps to protect myself against the outer insulation wrapped around the overall water heater? I kinda just went in there guns blazing and didn’t think about gloves, masks, etc.

Photos:

Water heater in a closet

Close-up of water heater w/ cover plate removed

Close-up of water heater w/ cover plate and white plastic cover removed

Thanks in advance for everyone’s help!