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What are the advantages of electric heaters over gas heaters?
One of the advantages of electric heaters over gas heaters is convenience. All homes are equipped with electricity, but not all homes have gas. But there are a variety of types of heaters, such as space heaters, hot water heaters, or furnaces. With electric heaters, there is no risk of becoming overcome with fumes.
Do old water heaters require a pop off valve?
All water heaters should have a pressure relief valve, otherwise they could burst.
General water heaters should be set to deliver hot water at what temperature?
A normal household temperature for water heaters is around 132 degrees. They can all be adjusted from about 120 to 150.
Do water heaters use magnets?
Some water heaters may use magnets in water treatment systems to help reduce buildup of minerals in the tank and piping. This can help prevent issues such as scale buildup and increase the efficiency of the water heater. However, not all water heaters use magnets for this purpose.
Do all hot water heaters have the same temp?
no, depending on altitude it may change
Who offers a lifetime guarantee with their water heater installation?
There are several different companies that offer lifetime guarantees with their water heater installations. Companies such as, Home Depot, Whirlpool Water Heaters, and Sears all offer lifetime guarantees on their water heaters.
Are all aquarium heaters submersible?
There should be a line indicating how far they go down in the water
Can you direct vent any gas hot water heater?
No. Gas water heaters are not all designed to use direct venting.
How does an instant hot water dispenser work?
Unlike storage water heaters where a large quantity of water is kept heated all the time, the instant water heaters heat the water during passage. It does take a few seconds for hot water to reach but it save a lot of money while saving electricity.
Why does a hot water heater thermocouple go bad repeatedly?
A hot water heater thermocouple can go bad repeatedly due to factors such as excessive heat exposure, corrosion, or poor installation. It's important to check for proper venting, gas pressure, and pilot flame adjustment to prevent premature failure of the thermocouple. Regular maintenance and ensuring all components are functioning correctly can help prevent repeated failures.
What is the energy output of the best water heaters?
The top of the line residential on demand water heaters can run between 7 and 9 gallons per minute at 199,900 BTU. All water heaters perform roughly the same job-- they raise the incoming water approximately 30 degrees C at a rate sufficient to support at minimum 2.5 gallons of water being used per minute. This is about 16,600 BTU.
What are electric hot water heaters?
Electric water heaters are an appliance installed in your home to keep water warm, to be available when you shower or use hot water for washing dishes or laundry. These seem so common place today, but imagine 100 years ago when all water had to be heated on the stove before use!
