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Well to begin with one has to know the following

1- The BTU input of the fuel #2 oil = 138,000 - 140,000 BTU per gallon natural gas = 900 -1,200 BTU per cubic foot

2- The Firing rate of the burner

3- The incoming cold water temperature

4- The SET temperature of the hot water 110 -180 DEG depending on application

5- How many gallons are being heated 2 - 200 gallon?

6- Ambient temperature

7 Tank insulation R factor

8- Age of the tank as mineral deposits rob efficiency as it acts as an insulator

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