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Sepetember 2014 about water heater


Talking about Rheem, they have soo wide range of water heaters. Hundreds of models. How to choose from that wide varian? You tell me. Ok, no more talking. Here's the data :

Rheem Water Heater Models Complete

Bosch AquaStar Natural Gas Tankless Water Heater #125HX-NG

Bosch have many varians of water heaters. More than 50 i think. Those water heaters suit for many purposes, you can pick base on what you need.

Bosch Water Heater Models Complete

Eccotemp FVI-12-LP High Capacity Propane Tankless Water Heater


Clean, compact and feature - packed. Energy - efficient Eccotemp Power - vent Tankless Water Heater saves you BIG BUCKS! Hot water is one of those little modern accessories that makes life worth living. And here's the next step in its evolution! This Tankless Heater is the model of efficiency, only using energy when you actually turn on the hot water. 74,000 BTU LP gas burner lets it deliver 3 gallons of piping hot water per minute, instantly and continuously. Perfect for vacation cabins and smaller homes. Go with the flow: Safe, electronic ignition system; For indoor installation, with power ventilation for safety and efficiency. Stainless vent kit included; Digital thermostat and temperature display for easy setting; Precise temperature and water-flow adjustment with independent controls; Uses gas only when hot water is on... you're not paying for it to sit for weeks at a time; Sleek modern design... it's just 15 x 24 x 4", weighs only 20 lbs. Plugs into standard 120V electric outlet with UL-listed cord.; A smart, affordable and "greener" option for that precious hot water! Get it now! Eccotemp Power-vent Tankless Water Heater

Eccotemp FVI-12-LP High Capacity Propane Tankless Water Heater

Eccotemp L5 Portable Tankless Water Heater and Outdoor Shower



Enjoy instant hot water wherever you go with the Eccotemp L5 Portable Tankless Water Heater. Generating more than 1 gallon of hot water per minute, this compact, energy-efficient heater creates a more comfortable and convenient outdoor experience for you and your family. The water heater comes with everything you need, including the adapters required to attach any standard garden hose nozzle and propane tank (tank not included).

Eccotemp L5 Portable Tankless Water Heater and Outdoor Shower


Eccotemp L10 High Capacity Outdoor Tankless Water Heater

The L10 is designed for the customer who needs more output for vacation cabins, lake houses, barns, potting sheds, RV's and campers. The L10 will deliver up to 2.65 gallons per minute of hot water - plenty for a shower and sink running at the same time. Designed for a more permanent outdoor installation. Water fittings are ½ NPT which makes plumbing easy with readily available, standard American fittings. Some of the other features include: Light weight at 18 pounds. Comes with a stainless steel rain hood. Uses 2 "D" batteries for ignition Up to 12 hours of use from a 20 lb. tank. (only uses gas when making hot water) Temperature ranges from 80 - 165 degrees F The L10 is the big brother to the popular L5 portable unit. The L10 is designed for the customer who needs more output for vacation cabins, lake houses, barns, potting sheds, RV's and campers. The L10 will deliver up to 2.65 gallons per minute of hot water - plenty for a shower and sink running at the same time. Designed for a more permanent outdoor installation. Water fittings are ½ NPT which makes plumbing easy with readily available, standard American fittings. Some of the other features include: Light weight at 18 pounds. Comes with a stainless steel rain hood. Uses 2 "D" batteries for ignition Up to 12 hours of use from a 20 lb. tank. (only uses gas when making hot water) Temperature ranges from 80 - 165 degrees F L10 comes with 20KW 10 liter water heater 3.5' CSA LP regulator hose ½" NPT to garden hose adapter Stainless steel rain cap termination Installation hardware pack

Eccotemp L10 High Capacity Outdoor Gas Tankless Water Heater

Navien NR-240A Condensing Tankless Water Heater with Pump and Buffer Tank, Propane

List Price:$2,625.00
Price:$1,635.23 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details


Product Description

Navien Condensing Tankless Water Heater with Pump PropaneSKU: NR240ALPWith Navien Condensing 98 percent, you get the best of both worlds: the Best Value and "Ultra Condensing Efficiency", which offers substantial savings and contributes to a green-friendly environment. Plus, the installation and venting processes are easy, cost effective, and Navien's products are simply the best in quality and performance. 98 percent thermal efficiency. 0.97 energy factor17000 - 199000 BTU/hrFlow rates - At 35 Degree Fahrenheit Rise : 11 GPM, At 45 Degree Fahrenheit Rise : 8.6 GPM, At 77 Degree Fahrenheit Rise : 5.1 GPMEasy installation and PVC ventingIncludes NR-10DU remote controlNR-240A includes a mini buffer tank and circulation pumpImages may not reflect the actual product delivered and should be used only as a general guide. Dimensions, colors/finishes, design, and style may vary.

Navien NR-240A Propane Condensing Tankless Water Heater with Pump and Buffer Tank

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A standard water heater will last between eight and twelve years. Most tanks today are steel lined with glass or porcelain and over time can oxidize and deteriorate. Most tanks will eventually leak – in some cases it will be a slow leak and in some cases it will be a more dramatic leak. For this reason it is a good idea to know where your dedicated water shutoff valve is located.

Although it is not common, there are homeowners that will see fifteen and in some cases twenty years of useful life from their water heater. Alghough, it is important to keep in mind, that although a water heater may still be working, most water heaters decrease in efficiency over time as sediment builds up inside the tank.

Tankless water heaters can last two to three times longer than a traditonal tank as long as the home owner cares for the tankless unit properly.

5 Ways to Help Prolong Your Water Heater's Useful Life
There are a few things that can extend your water heater’s life:

2nd anode rod: Installing a 2nd anode rod will greatly increase the life of your water heater. The anode rod is a sacrificial rod made of magnesium or aluminum that undergoes galvanic corrosion over time sacrificing itself and thereby preventing corrosion of the tank.

Expansion tank: If you are on a closed system, installing an expansion tank can potentially double the life of your water heater. When water is heated from 50º to 120º, it expands by approximately 2% (so a 50 gallon tank will produce 1 gallon of additional volume). If your system is closed (which means there is a valve which prevents your water from back flowing into the water main), this water has no where to go and because water is not a particularly compressible material, it will cause rapid increases and decreases in water pressure. This expanding and contracting causes stress on both your water heater and your plumbing system which can cause damage and premature failure.

Cleaning or flushing out your tank: For older tanks, flushing the tank out annually can help prevent sediment buildup and maintain higher efficiency of your tank for longer. Many newer model water heaters are self cleaning.

Installing a Pressure Regulating Valve or PRV: If you have very high water pressure above 90 PSI, your water pressure can damage your appliances and can also cause your water heater to fail prematurely. By installing a pressure regulating valve, system pressure is reduced; this also reduces wear and tear on all of your appliances. Keep in mind, if you have a PRV it’s also a good idea to install an expansion tank.

Water softeners: Some areas of the United States such as southern California and theSouthwestern United States have water with very high mineral content (often referred to as hard water). Hard water causes scaling which is a precipitation of minerals which deposits onto surfaces of an appliance. This can drastically reduce the life of a water heater. In many cases, installing a water softener can help reduce wear and tear on the plumbing system due to hard water.

Extend Water Heater's Life

8 Gallons per minutes hot water flow through this RC80e (KA2530WD-US) Condensing Tankless Water Heater. Suit for medium resident. This water heater placed outside your home.

Rinnai RC80e (KA2530WD-US) Condensing Tankless Water Heater

Rinnai 8.0 GPM Gas Condensing Tankless Water Heater
Rinnai RC80i is 8 Gallon per minutes water heater placed inside your house. With the flowrate, you can use the hot water simultaneusly for many tasks.

Rinnai's condensing tankless water heaters deliver more efficiency than ever before. Available in four models, suitable for mid- to large-sized home, Rinnai's condensing tankless water heaters offer all the same benefits builders and homeowners have come to expect from Rinnai.

Features

  • ENERGY STAR® Qualified
  • Condensing Technology for Greater Efficiency and Significant Energy Savings
  • Up to 97% Thermal Efficiency
  • Pre-set at 120°F
  • Natural Gas and Propane Models Available
  • Meets California and Texas NOx Emissions Standards
  • Energy Factor of 0.96 for Both Gas Types
  • Compatible with Full Line of Rinnai Digital Controllers
  • Temperature Range with Controllers: Residential (98°F - 140°F) Commercial (98°F - 185°F )
  • 12-Year Warranty on Heat Exchanger, 5 Year Parts, 1 Year Labor for Residential Installations

Spesification

Dimensions
Width: 18.5 Inches
Height: 26.4 Inches
Depth: 10.5 Inches

Weight
71 Pounds

Installation
Indoor, Residential and Commercial

Hot Water Capacity
0.4 to 6.0 GPM (50° F rise) and 0.4 to 8.0 GPM (35° F rise)

Approved Gas Types
Natural Gas or Propane

Minimum/Maximum Gas Rate (Input BTUs)
Natural Gas: 9,500 – 157,000 BTU
Propane: 10,300 – 157,000 BTU

Energy Factor
Natural Gas: 0.96
Propane: 0.96

Thermal Efficiency
Natural Gas: 97%
Propane: 97%

Electrical
AC 120 Volts, 60 Hz

Electrical Consumption
Normal: 63 Watts
Standby: 2 Watts
Anti-Frost Protection: 220 Watts

Gas Connection
Gas Supply: ¾ Inch MNPT
Cold Water Inlet: ¾ Inch MNPT
Hot Water Outlet: ¾ Inch MNPT

Temperature Settings
Residential: 98°F - 140°F
Commercial: 98°F - 185°F (commercial controller must be purchased separately)

Rinnai RC80i (KA2530FFUD-US) Condensing Tankless Water Heater

Rinnai 8.0 GPM Gas Condensing Tankless Water Heater
Your water heater leak? Oh God. Winter already, and your water heater won't work as usual. Don't worry, before you call your plumber and spend money, try this first :


Water Heater Leak Tip No.1: Find the Problem

The first step in repairing a water heater leak is assessing the unit and finding the cause of the leak.

Look around the container to find where the water is leaking from. Many water heater leaks are symptoms of a ruptured water heater tank. (The tank in the heater is a sealed container, probably made from glass.)

If the tank itself is leaking, then it is time to get a new heater. If the leak is instead coming from the piping leading in or out of the container, then that is something you can probably fix on your own.

Note: One of the reasons a water heater may leak is because the fittings are loose. Sometimes the pressure relief valve is leaky and needs replacing.

Water Heater Leak Tip No.2: Prepare for Draining

Once you have identified the problem in the outside water fittings or pressure valve, you need to take steps to shut down and drain the heater.

First, you should gather the things you will need: an adjustable wrench, bucket, dry towels, and plumbing thread.

Next, you need to disconnect the power or gas. If it is electric, switch off the main circuit breaker. Remember to place a note on the box mentioning that there is a project in action so no one accidentally turns it back on.

Shut off the gas by turning the gas dial to the off position. Switch off the water inputs.

Water Heater Leak Tip No.3: Get Inside

Empty the tank into the bucket and dry the fittings with the towels. Now that the tank is empty and secure, you can loosen, reapply the plumbing thread or tape to the pips, and tighten the fittings.

Replace the pressure valve if needed. Make sure everything is back in its place before you turn on the water.

Next, test by turning the water inputs on. If nothing is leaking, then you have successfully learned how to repair a water heater leak–and saved yourself a boatload of cash.

Water Heater Leak Fix Tips