Questions and answers about electric water heaters

Which electric water heaters consume less?

The consumption of an electric water heater depends on several factors, the main one, of course, its use. The second factor is whether the water heater has ECO mode or if the thermostat is adjustable, water heaters that do not have a temperature regulator tend to consume more electricity because they are constantly heating the water.

The third factor is the thickness of the insulation, the thicker it is, the longer it will retain hot water and the less energy consumption it will have.

What are electric water heaters with sheathed ceramic resistance?

Thermos with sheathed ceramic resistance are a type of thermos where their resistance is not in direct contact with water, since it is inside a sheath that protects it from the accumulation of lime. This type of thermos with this resistance is recommended for hard or very hard water.

What is the difference between sheathed resistance and armored resistance?

The difference between the sheathed resistance and the armored resistance is only if it is in direct or indirect contact with water. The sheathed resistance is not in contact with water directly, for this reason its durability is greater and it is indicated for hard or very hard water, instead the armored resistance is in contact with water, its durability is less and it is indicated for water. soft or very soft.

Can vertical electric water heaters be installed horizontally?

There are some types of electric boilers that can be installed both vertically and horizontally, each manufacturer specifies which ones fulfill this function.

A thermos that only has a vertical or horizontal position is not advisable to change the direction of its original installation since its operation will not be as expected: the water will not be fully heated because the resistance is not designed for that position and will consume a greater amount of energy.

How long does an electric water heater take to heat up?

The heating of a thermos depends on the power and capacity of the appliance, as well as the temperature of the incoming water.

For example, a model with a capacity of 80 liters and a power of 1500W at room temperature, it will take approximately 2 hours to heat the water completely.

Where and how should I install the electric water heater?

Before choosing the thermos, it is important that you know the hole where you want to place it and in what position (vertical or horizontal). The first step to perform a correct installation of electric water heaters is to locate the equipment in the right place, the most common places are in the bathroom and kitchen, but it can also be installed in attics, closets or false ceilings. The second step is to place the thermos on a wall that supports its weight, counting the weight of the filled thermos, the recommendation is always to place it on a brick wall.

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