Controversy fires debate over water heaters
May 22, 2012 | It only heats up the water when we need it so there’s no wasted energy going up the flue, as is the case with tank-style heaters which keep 40 to 60 gallons of water hot and ready to go. The knock against tankless is that they’re two to three... When Direct Energy tried to slip a negative-option clause past their water heater customers recently, they fired up a storm of controversy and put the tank versus tankless debate back on the front burner. Until the story hit the front page of the Toronto Star, most people probably haven’t thought much about their rental hot-water heaters in years. Which is why some folks, like me, have opted for a tankless water heater, also called an on-demand system. Cut off that supply of hot water, however, and the howls of anguish rain down from bathrooms across Canada.
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Jul 15, 2011 | If a tankless model isn't an option, Rheem's new XR90 Extreme Recovery Gas Water Heater might fit the bill. According to the manufacturer, this Energy Star qualified heater requires just 29 gallons of storage space but can heat water faster than a
Jul 16, 2011 | If you have a natural gas water heater, use the "vacation" mode. Just remember to run the hot water from a sink before turning the water heater back on to ensure the tank is not empty. Another option would be to install a natural gas tankless water
Jul 08, 2011 | “Homeowners can now have a smaller, more compact water heater—without sacrificing power or performance,” said Tommy Olsen, Rheem senior product manager. “With the Rheem XR90, the household gets more hot water faster, at a lower operating cost.
May 22, 3288 | Featuring a standard Btu input range of 16000 to 180000, the NRC98 Tankless Water Heater is engineered to fully meet the domestic hot water needs of northern residences with two bathrooms and southern homes with three baths.
Jun 24, 2011 | With a tankless water heater, there's no end to the hot water -- even if your washer, dishwasher and every sink, shower and tub in the house are running at the same time. A tankless water heater only heats water when needed and can save as much as 70
Rinnai tankless hot water heater?
Dec 28, 2007 by dickenerfelheimer
I recently moved into a home with a tankless water heater. When my husband or I take a shower, the water goes from boiling hot to freezing cold and back again several times without touching the tap handle. Does anyone know what the problem is or how to fix it? It is a relatively new system (3 years) and was recently inspected. The temp is set on 125 degrees F.
There is a problem with the temp/flow switch. It is best to call a professional. Describe the problem, and give them all the numbers (model and serial) before they come out. That way the tech should have the correct parts when he comes out.
What part on the tankless hot water heater is most likely to fail?
Mar 18, 2007 by Kiss A Small Angel
Our ph is 7.8 -8.0 and a very high carbonate hardness. Have to replace heating elements often. Am unable to use a water softener to ease the situation. How does hard water affect the tankless heater?
Could be a scale build up inside the actual exchanger.