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Thank-less water heater

I was recently conducting an audit on a home when I ran across this perplexing situation, a tank-less water heater that someone installed with a reticulation pump set on a timer to run 3 hours in the morning and 4 hours in the evening. I guess the contractor has not heard of the on demand system where the homeowner can call for hot water by pushing a button and waiting a minute before turning on the water.At least it had a temperature sensor to shut off the circulation pump once the hot water…See More

Jun 13

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Dennis Heidner replied to Andy Simms's discussion Thank-less water heater in the group Hall of Shame

"I've done the tankless with chillipepper on-demand pump, wireless controls, light switch in bathroom triggers the pump to run -- IF NEEDED. Cost of pump $180, cost of wireless controls $100. That is a small amount compared to…"

Jun 13

Sean Lintow Sr replied to Andy Simms's discussion Thank-less water heater in the group Hall of Shame

"Actually I could care less what climate they are in - conserving water is always good & dare I say trumps energy savings I gave two options where they didn't have to - maybe you should quit firing away & slow down a bit I am not saying…"

Jun 13

tedkidd replied to Andy Simms's discussion Thank-less water heater in the group Hall of Shame

"Sean, That this system is outdoors indicates a climate that may have water conservation issues. That may not have crossed your radar. The awareness of the occupants regarding both water conservation and energy conservation must go…"

Jun 13

Sean Lintow Sr replied to Andy Simms's discussion Thank-less water heater in the group Hall of Shame

"Seriously Ted? As for the switch - try it is already included with many & up to maybe $20 worth of parts for a vacuum based system - less for a low voltage. Math is pretty simple - QUAT & yes the numbers will vary based on…"

Jun 13

tedkidd replied to Andy Simms's discussion Thank-less water heater in the group Hall of Shame

"(I guess I'm not being very clear, sorry.) Heat into the house? So what? Still don't see the problem, and I don't think I will if this stays in fantasy land. I see nobody stepping up and talking about…"

Jun 13

Wes Harding replied to Andy Simms's discussion Thank-less water heater in the group Hall of Shame

"I would check the Noritz installation manual. Most often whenever a recirc pump is installed on a tankless an expansion tank is also required to protect the tankless and the manufacturer warranty."

Jun 13

Sean Lintow Sr replied to Andy Simms's discussion Thank-less water heater in the group Hall of Shame

"Ok, so we are then on the same page then - we both have issues with the timer setup, but not the "on demand" part which does require a recirculating pump (whether by the heater, under a sink, etc...) - Heads up, you got to be…"

Jun 13

Andy Simms replied to Andy Simms's discussion Thank-less water heater in the group Hall of Shame

"Hi Sean, I am glad you asked, The whole idea of installing a tank-less (on demand) water heater is that it only runs on demand ie. when the occupants of the home are calling for hot water. installing a recirculating system that operates on a…"

Jun 13

Sean Lintow Sr replied to Andy Simms's discussion Thank-less water heater in the group Hall of Shame

"Uh really, mind explaining why you would never install an on demand one?"

Jun 12

tedkidd replied to Andy Simms's discussion Thank-less water heater in the group Hall of Shame

"I come from the school that saves real energy, doesn't obsess about the small stuff, and CERTAINLY doesn't tell homeowners what they "don't" do. Have you ever tracked energy use? Do you have any idea what…"

Jun 12

Andy Simms replied to Andy Simms's discussion Thank-less water heater in the group Hall of Shame

"I don' now what school you come from but you do not install a recirculating system on a tank-less system."

Jun 12

tedkidd replied to Andy Simms's discussion Thank-less water heater in the group Hall of Shame

"Looks like a nice install to me. Looks like they went to serious lengths to insulate the line, so how much less loss do you think your button trick would accomplish? There is a pretty steep chance this is a customer preference item, not a…"

Jun 12

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Thank-less water heater

Jun 12

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Parts is parts anything to make it vent and gee there is draft; so there for it works.

May 1

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tedkidd replied to Andy Simms's discussion Parts is parts anything to make it vent and gee there is draft; so there for it works. in the group Hall of Shame

"Awesome pic! Looks like you tested it, pass worst case?"

Apr 29

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Company: Efficiency First Ca

Professional Certification: BPI Analyst-Shell-A/C Heat pump-Heater

Professional Interests: Home Performance

Website URL: http://efficiencyfirstca.org

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