9/14/2011

Eccotemp 40HI-LP Indoor Propane Tankless Water Heater, 135,000 British Thermal Unit Review

Eccotemp 40HI-LP Indoor Propane Tankless Water Heater, 135,000 British Thermal Unit
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OVERVIEW: In theory, this unit has the potential to save a few $$ on your gas bill, but it may increase your water bill since it takes a bit longer than normal to deliver hot water at the rated temperature. The unit starts as soon as the water flow sensor detects water flow, but the starting cycle takes a bit too long than desired, thus the amount of water being wasted waiting on the hot water was a bit to much in my opinion. INSTALLATION: Other than some minor modification to the existing water and gas piping, the installation process was fairly easy. Anyone with with basic pluming skills can perform the installation. MANUAL: I did encounter a few problems that I wish it was addressed in the installation manual. For example, the manual fails to mention the maximum distance that the unit can be placed from the gas meter cannot exceed 38 feet and that each elbow in the piping will decrease this distance by four feet. This info was disclosed to me, by customer service, when the unit kept error-ing out during start up and after numerous calls and emails back and forth. CUSTOMER SERVICE: This has probably been the best part of my entire experience. Customer service has been very supportive and courteous. They made me feel very comfortable by establishing an open avenue of communication and by providing me with the extra information not listed in the manual. OVERALL: the overall experience with the unit has been satisfactory from installation to operation. As for the savings in the gas, it's too early to tell. I will monitor my gas bill fro the next few months and see if it was worth it.

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Stop throwing away money each and every month with your old inefficient storage tank water heater! It is time to switch to an Eccotemp tankless water heater. The Eccotemp 40HI is one of the most affordable and reliable true whole house tankless water heaters on the market! Rated at 6.3 GPM, it is the ideal choice for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home. Why Eccotemp Tankless Water Heaters? Energy Efficiency: Saving you money each and every month. Instead of a standing pilot light, gas is only used when there is a demand for hot water. This will result in most homes of an average savings of 20-40% off of your utility bill Saving Space: Weighing only 38 pounds and about the size of a briefcase, you will free up an average of 9 square feet of floor space - adding to the value of your home! Reliability: Eccotemp 40 series water heaters come with a 10 year warranty on the heat exchanger and an average life expectancy of 20 years. And, since there is no standing water, you will never have to worry about a ruptured tank again! Consult with your home owners insurance on additional rebates. Technical Specs and data: * Gas Type: Liquid Propane * Gas Inlet: 3/4 inch * Water Inlet: 1/2 inch * Water Outlet: 1/2 inch * Power Supply: 110 volt * Energy Factor: 0.83 * Indoor mount Flow Chart/Temperature Rise/Delta T: * 35 Degrees F: 6.0 GPM * 45 Degrees F: 4.57 GPM (avg. rise in most Southern climates) * 65 Degrees F: 3.82 GPM (avg. rise in most Northern climates) * 77 Degrees F: 2.6 GPM

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9/13/2011

Rheem RTG-64DVN Direct Vent Indoor Series Natural Gas Tankless Water Heater, 6.4 GPM Review

Rheem RTG-64DVN Direct Vent Indoor Series Natural Gas Tankless Water Heater, 6.4 GPM
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bought it directly from the rheem factory and had it installed the next day, it ran for about 20 hours before the circuit board went out..the water heater it replaced lasted twenty three years and now this new indoor Rheem couldnt even make it one day...SAD..im just glad its under warranty..so far they fixed me up without a problem and its still running great but now im wondering how long it will run after this fix..
pros..constant hot water when taking shower, low gas bill, tax rebate, small
cons...cost a fortune to install whether ur a diy or have it done professionally, makes clicking noises when shutting off and turning on, complicated to the extreme..lot of parts inside that may break..i.e. circuit board,fan,igniter, remote panel, heat exchanger, sensors out the wazzooADDED... JUNE 13 2011 This is awsome i love it!! lowest water bill ive ever had 17 bucks! yea i know the circuit board went out but it hasnt gave me a problem since and i love how the hot water never runs out. TOTALLY SATISFIED

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9/12/2011

American Water Heaters BFG61-40S40-3NOV Natural Gas Residential Short Water Heater, 40 Gallon Review

American Water Heaters BFG61-40S40-3NOV Natural Gas Residential Short Water Heater, 40 Gallon
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This water heater was installed when my home was built in 2004. Since then we have had to replace the thermal coupler 4 times due to a design flaw. The company has given me the run around everytime this has happened. When I first call they always insist it is the gasline and not their product. Then even when a plumber changes out the part and the heater starts working they want you to reinstall the bad part a use a voltmeter to prove the part was bad at which point they will send you a new part, but you have to be willing to go without hot water for up to three days to get them to send it. As soon as we can afford a new water heater I am replacing this one. It has cost me about $300 in repairs so that my family doesn't have to go without hot water for days on end.

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American PROline with Flameguard Safety System40 Gallon Short ResidentialNatural GasReduces the risk of accidental fires involving flammable vapors from products such as gasoline, paint thinner, solvents, etc.40,000 BTUNon-CFC Polyurethane Foam to prevent heat loss & reduce energy costsPiezo Electric Igniter for easy start-upFused Ceramic Shield Tank for anti-corrosion protectionFactory Installed Side Temperature & Pressure ValveAluminized Steel Multi-Port Burner for long life in natural gas and propane unitsExtra Heavy Duty Anode RodCombination Thermostat/Energy Cut-OffTested and listed with CSA International in accordance with the latest addition of ANSI Z21.10.1 or .3-CSA 4.1 or 4.3, CEC and 1990 NAECA approved. All models are certified at 300 PSI test pressure and 150 PSI working pressureTested in accordance with proposed ANSI flammable vapor ignition testWarranty: 6-year parts, 6-year laborSpecificationsNOTE: All water heaters of any type MUST be installed by a trained and licensed technician. Failure to do so may result in damage, injury or death. Warranties may be void if installed by non-licensed personnel. We will not be held liable for any damages, injury or death caused by proper or improper installation of hot water heaters. We will not be held liable for any local state, county or city code violations caused by the improper selection and/or installation of water heaters.

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9/11/2011

Bosch 2700ES LP Aquastar 7.2 GPM Indoor Tankless Liquid Propane Water Heater Review

Bosch 2700ES LP Aquastar 7.2 GPM Indoor Tankless Liquid Propane Water Heater
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I will NEVER EVER buy another Bosch Aquastar product in my life. Every few months the unit simply stops working. I can't afford to keep having a plumber come and fix it (and he's NEVER been able to fix it on one try)!
PURE GARBAGE! I'm hoping Amazon will lead me to a better tankless unit, otherwise, I'm going back to the tank!

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Bosch, LP Tankless Water Heater, Up To 3 Major Appliances Or Showers At 1 Time, Up To 7.2GPM At A 45°ree. Temp Rise, Built In Power Vent For Horizontal Or Vent Venting Up To 26 Feet Max, Electronic Ignition, Modulating Gas Valve From 19,900 To 199,000 BTU Input, Computer Adjusted Fuel & Air Mixture For Optimal Performance, Min Flow Rate To Activate Burners Is .6 GPM , 3/4" Male Pipe Thread Gas & Water Connections, LP Gas Pressure Min 9" Water Column, Max 14" Water Column, Water Pressure Minimum 30 PSI, Maximum 150 PSI, Must Use 3" Sealed Rigid PVC Pipe For Air Intake Not Included, Must Order & Use AE3ES Exhaust Kit For Horizontal Or Vent Exhaust Venting, T & P Valve Included, 12 Year Warranty On Heat Exchanger, 2 Years On Parts, 120V Outlet Needed To Run Power Vent & Controls, 3 Prong Pigtail Cord Included, For Outdoor Installs Part #AQOK Is Required, CSA Certified, Minimum Outdoor Temp Cannot Go Below Freezing.

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9/10/2011

InSinkErator F-HC1100SN Indulge Contemporary Hot and Cold Water Dispenser, Satin Nickel Review

InSinkErator F-HC1100SN Indulge Contemporary Hot and Cold Water Dispenser, Satin Nickel
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If you listen to InSinkErator you will end up purchasing a new unit if not under warranty. The unit is easily fixed see below my instructions. I did pass this on to thier Customer Service hopefully they will review it and publish the instructions for everyone. It takes no parts just minor disassembling and cleaning.
You can easily repair the faucet handle sticking problem from the top.
1.) turn off water - actually you could leave on
2.) using a 3/4 inch open end wrench to remove small retaining cap holding handles in faucet. If you look close you will notice flat sections on cap. Be carefull not to mar finish.
3.) Then pop off handle pivot cap with a small flat screwdriver exposing the stuck plunger. There is hex cap that hold plunger assembly in but you would need a very thin wall socket to remove entire plunger assembly.
4.) Clean as much green goo from plunger area with paper towels and a tooth-pic.
5.) Fill with WD40 cover entire plunger leave soaking over night. (don't use solvents!)
6.) This should loosen remaing debris. Also work plunger up and down, a 1/4 inch extension works good for this.
7. ) reassemble and you should be as good as new.
In-Sink-Erator only wants to sell a new faucet they don't offer and rebuild kit even though the faucet can be repair from top without removing from sink. My faucet works like new after I was done I added vasoline over plunger area hopefully to keep debris out.
Good Luck

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The InSinkErator Indulge Contemporary F-HC1100 Instant Hot Water Dispenser provides filtered near-boiling water and cool drinking water, all in one system. Designed for use with the InSinkErator Stainless Steel Tank (SST-FLTR) and Chilled Water Tank (CWT-00) (both sold separately), this dispenser has a cool-water lever that provides filtered drinking water and a hot-water lever that dispenses filtered near-boiling water for a variety of uses.
Convenience and Luxury in Your KitchenSleek, Elegant, and engaging, the Indulge Contemporary is the instant hot water dispenser all others envy. Featuring durable all-brass faucet construction, the InSinkErator Contemporary F-HC1100 Instant Hot Water Dispenser is available in 11 designer finishes to complement your kitchen decor. Its graceful high-arching spout swivels for convenience, an especially useful feature for filling larger pitchers and pots. As an added benefit, the Hot lever automatically shuts off, while the Stay-On cool lever remains on for easy use and hands-free operation.
Hundreds of Uses In Your HomeConsider how often you heat water in the kitchen. When you do, you'll realize just how useful an instant hot water dispenser can be in your kitchen. With 200-degree-Fahrenheit, near-boiling water available at your fingertips, you'll get more done in less time. Instead of waiting for water to heat, you can finish countless kitchen tasks in seconds and relax or get back to your guests.
An InSinkErator hot water dispenser does more than provide filtered hot water for preparing instant foods and beverages, it is also an incredible kitchen appliance. Use it to loosen stubborn jar lids, prepare pasta, warm baby food, clean crusty pans, cream butter, melt chocolate, remove fruit skins for pies, clean cheese graters, warm ice cream scoops, and warm pancake syrup. These are just a few examples of the many uses of an instant hot water dispenser.
Hot Water Instantly, How Does That Work?When you activate the hot-water lever on your InSinkErator Instant Hot Water Dispenser, water comes up from the supply line from our specially designed filtration system, guaranteeing you the freshest water possible. From there it travels from the system to our 2/3 gallon tank, where it's heated to 200 degrees Fahrenheit. As the water is used, it is replaced with more freshly filtered water. With the fast-recovery system, it can deliver up to 60 cups of near-boiling water an hour.
When you activate the cool-water lever, cool tap water travels directly from the filtration system to the faucet. Just pull the hot or cool lever to dispense the water you want. The InSinkErator Chilled Water Tank (CWT-OO) may also be used with the Indulge and Involve Series hot/cool instant hot water dispensers to deliver 38-degree-Fahrenheit chilled drinking water in addition to the near-boiling hot water the dispenser and SST-FLTR provide.
Easy to InstallThe InSinkErator Contemporary F-HC1100 Instant Hot Water Dispenser will save you time and effort in the kitchen, and you'll enjoy discovering new uses for it each day. That's exactly why millions of people are now using an InSinkErator Instant Hot Water Dispenser. By following the step-by-step instructions, you'll soon be enjoying the convenience of instant hot water.
An Environmentally Friendly ChoiceHeating water with the SST-FLTR consumes less energy than a 40-watt light bulb that's left on for 24 hours and costs just pennies a day to operate. And because hot water is dispensed on demand, you only use the amount of water you need. This helps reduce water waste.
We Come To You Parts and Labor WarrantyThe F-HC1100 is backed by an exclusive five-year We Come to You In-Home Service Warranty. If you ever have a problem with your instant hot water dispenser system, an authorized InSinkErator service representative will come to your home and fix or replace it, at no charge to you.
Note: Using other manufacturers' components with InSinkErator faucets or tanks voids all InSinkErator warranties.
What's in the BoxInSinkErator Indulge Contemporary F-HC1100 Instant Hot Water Dispenser, hex nut, hex tool, rubber O-ring, and semi-circular mounting plate (SST-FLTR sold separately.)


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9/09/2011

TEKTON 1828 1/2-Inch by 1-1/2-Inch Water Heater Socket Review

TEKTON 1828 1/2-Inch by 1-1/2-Inch Water Heater Socket
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For years I have been borrowing my Dad's old fashion thin metal socket that is used with a screw driver to turn it. I usually ended up cutting my hand when it slipped and took 30 minutes to get the thing removed since there was no way to get torque.
I never saw one of these REAL sockets made just for this project in the store but saw them on here and decided to give it a try. I turned off the water heater breaker, drained the unit and then attached this heavy duty socket to my socket wrench. Well the old saying " The right tool for the right job" not only held true, but now my Dad wants to borrow this from me. I had the water heater element removed in less than 30 seconds, not 30 minutes like the old one. ( came out like butter out of tub, in other words with ease )
1000% recommend this item, it truly paid for itself the first use and it is very sturdy. I can't see it ever breaking, it is heavy duty and expect it to last forever.

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MIT 1/2"-DRIVE X 1-1/2"-WATER HEATER SOCKET features: Drop Forged Chrome Vanadium Steel, Heat-Treated and Chrome Plated, Notches in Socket Lock onto Ratchets or Extensions, Special Size Needed to Replace Heating Elements in Most Electric Water Heaters, Do-It-Yourself and Save on Costly Professional Repairs

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9/08/2011

Waste King H510-U-CH Tahoe Hot Water Faucet with Tank, Chrome Review

Waste King H510-U-CH Tahoe Hot Water Faucet with Tank, Chrome
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We installed this a month ago and it has worked well. The tank maintains hot water, so it is not a "hot water on demand" product in the sense that the water is only heated when you need it. I don't think that's a negative though as the energy use is fairly negligible. The convenience is incredible. After filling a pot and putting it on the stove, the water boiled in less than a minute. Great for hot chocolate, tea, etc. as well.

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Great for coffee, tea, soups, etc. 60 cups per hour. Energy efficient. Stainless steel tank that won't corrode. Plumb EZ mounting system. Fingertip thermostat adjustment. 1 year replacement warranty. Chrome spout.

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