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It is called this as it heats up or brings up the temperature of cold water to hot. In other words, it is producing hot water by heating it. Some people incorrectly believe it is redundant to refer to "hot water" and "heater", but there are many other types of heaters, so the distinction of one creating hot water is entirely proper.
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How do i know when my hot water heater is broken?
When you want to know when your hot water heater is broken, simply run your faucet and test the water. If it's cold, the heater is broken.
Need to replace hot water lines. Do you need to turn off the hot water heater if you shut off the main water line?
Yes. I would. If you are replacing the hot water lines, it is also a good time to drain the hot water heater and get rid of all the junk at the bottom of the hot water heater. That should be done once a year. Your hot water heater must be off when you do that, your hot water heater should be off when you drain your hot water heater. You will see boiler scale come out of your water heater. Leaving the boiler scale in your water heater makes it less efficient. It makes it harder to heat your water. It is the same as throwing money down the drain. If you want to give your money away, you should give it to the Salvation Army instead of the Utility Company.
What is the purpose of the dip tube in a water heater?
it puts cold water in and pushes hot water to the top
How long does it take water to get hot in a gas hot water heater that has been shutoff for several months?
15 minutes to half an hour.
How can you tell when your hot water heater isn't working properly?
The simplest thing is that there isn't any hot water! You can check at the hot water heater as well as at the faucets. Check the heater itself and make sure it isn't leaking. If it is a gas heater, make sure the pilot light is on! If it is an electric water heater, make sure the breaker isn't blown and reset if necessary. If all else fails, time to call a plumber, unless you like the challenge of replacing it yourself, which isn't as daunting a task as you may think!
What is really called a water heater or hot water heater?
It's called water heater. There isn't a reason to heat hot water
Why do some have hot water?
Hot water in homes is produced by a device called a water heater. A water heater can be compared to a pot of boiling water. The enclosure keeps water hot throughout the day so that when the faucet is turned on, there will be an immediate flow of hot water. The people who have hot water have invested in a water heater.
What is the point of using a hot water heater?
It is a water heater, not a hot water heater. There would be little point in using a hot water heater. I assume that is your point.
Is it called a hot water heater or water heater?
It's because "hot-water" is a compound adjective, modifying "heater". It's not for heating water, it's for heating a house with hot water. There are many types of heaters that heat water, but only a hot-water heater is used for providing heated water for domestic use. A hydronic boiler also heats water, but it's only for use in radiators.The name "Hot Water Heater" is completely wrong for any use. There is no need to heat hot water. IT has always been "water heater". The term hot water heater has just been used for years because people don't realize the difference. It has always been WATER HEATER.The first answer is jibberish and makes no practical sense at all.
Tankless Hot Water Heater?
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How can you tell if a hot water heater is grounded?
THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A HOT WATER HEATER.
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Electric Hot Water Heater?
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Where can a hot water heater be purchased?
The plumbing in my house needs replacing. Which is the best hot water heater on the market?
Hot water in bath not working?
If the tub is not getting hot water the issue is probably with the hot water heater. The hot water heater may have tripped a breaker or the pilot light went out.
Why does kitchen sink only have cold water?
Because hot water heater breaker has tripped, or hot water heater has failed.
How do i know when my hot water heater is broken?
When you want to know when your hot water heater is broken, simply run your faucet and test the water. If it's cold, the heater is broken.
