I was wondering if anyone has had any issues with lights flickering when the heater is on?
66441
Keith, I have installed this 24Plus, and I am very excited about it! It will cause a surge when the unit kicks on, yet it is very short lived, as are most surges. I would assume that you don't trip the power breaker when you use it, and there is nothing to fear if it is set up according to code. It just draws a lot of electricity when it runs! But it makes the best water!
66442
yes, very minor, more like a twinkle. there is a big pull of current when something of this caliber suddenly starts, but this is no where as bas as the AC unit kicking in.
66443
No problems with the lights flickering. We were in the midst of a remodel when we installed this unit so the electrician had to upgrade our electrical panel to 200 amps. So far so good, no problems. I love it that I get hot water instantly!!!
66444
Not at all, but this means you might not be getting enough juice to the unit. You need a 200 Amp panel, two heavy cables (6/2 and 6/3) running from the unit to the electric panel. And you need to have 2 upgraded breakers at the panel. Also, if you have a lot of electrical usage at any one time (dishwasher running, A/C cranking, TV, and all the lights on), this may strain the system a bit for the short time that you use hot water. And, it also depends on the model that you bought and if that model accommodates the house size and family that you have. I have not had any issues with this unit so far. Then again I live in FL and I never need the water to be all that hot. I keep the temperature setting at 117 degrees and that seems just right. However, I do need to install a descaling system to prevent any scale buildup inside the unit, because FL water is hard water. All part of my master plan. ;O)
66445
Yes, you will see the lights dim slightly, very slightly. This does not indicate a wiring issue, when you have a breaker trip then you have a problem. I have a 200 amp panel that was professionally wired, when this unit kicks on it's using a LOT of power. If your lights are flickering really bad, it wouldn't be a bad idea to contact your installer/electrician.
66446
I have not had an issue with lights flickering when turning on the hot water. I have been using this water heater since March 2013 and it has been working great.
1449136
I have, I use the ecosmart led airtight high hat lights. The dimmers work well and those ones don't flicker the lights. I have a few on different dimmers that do flicker at times.
1641155
I don't think they are designed to flicker. LED lights are sometimes dimmable but usually they're either on or off.
2043582
I have been using a cheap $10 tetra heater. Have had no problems for 6 months so far. But the led lighta on my tank are quitting one by one. Im a bit disappointed in that because the tank was so expensive.
1818603
Same issue I had with first unit, called the company and they exchanged and we've never had anymore issues. It was a weird issue. What is the codes that are flashing on the screen? The company was great and responded quickly. We use the heater every time we camp.
1810110
I think they do flicker like real ones. I really like mine. Nice not to have to worry about flame. I am very happy with mine.
1644093
Mine flickers a bit no matter which bulb I have in. Don't know why or if it has happened to anyone else but overall it works
1721558
Mine do fine until you get to very low levels. Also seems to be sensitive to how quickly you move the dimmer- slower is better for avoiding a flicker.
2019777
If you are using the remote you might want to check the timer setting. if that is not it I heater has a very good customer service department. here is the website. www.iheaterstore.com/
1358917
Some bulbs apparently flicker going down the road on high beam, and some people apparently are having ballast problems, the ballast heats up the bulbs to burn bright. I have never had these problems with mine and I have bought two sets for my pick-ups and friends who have bought for their pick-ups with no problems
619485
No flickering problem here. Is it on a dimmer? If so, check the type. An older dimmer might mess with your leds.
2022250
One of mine flickered in a way that wasn't dizzying, but was unpredictable. My cure was a little dab of Vaseline on the contacts. It has worked so far. If you're young with good vision, you may be noticing the 60Hz fluctuation of house current. In my family I'm the only one who sees it. There is no easy cure for that.
395392
I have two setup, both on CF bulbs. I have 8 bulbs on one circuit, and one of the bulbs I noticed flickers for a few minutes after you turn them off. Something new I found out, when the power goes out, then comes back on, the lights on these units come on with the power.
707832
So far I haven't had any problems with red light run continuously flickering, it might have a short in it. It not suppose to work like that and I would return it for a new one. This Deluxe brand was rated high, it goes from low to high and my wife and I love it. Contact the seller and ask to return it for another one and they will honor it with a UPS return slip. I hope that help you. Aaron G.
2008710
Seems the latest batch have that issue... Mine is beyond return so I threw it away and bought a different heater... shame that the quality of the product went down hill as I have a unit I bought a few years back that is still running strong
927999
My problem is If turn OFF the light is turn OFF, but heater is still ON, If you turn ON the heater the light is ON but heater is not ON not heating, sometimes when its ON and Its heating the thermostat numbers moves backward, from 90,85,80,75,and my room temp.showing 90degree Its funny ... I called Mickey Mouse Honeywell Heater, Ha,Ha,Ha, My Heater is just 2 months old, My Heater too make metal bending noise, I have to plug and unplug my heater every time from the wall socket to turn On and turn OFF ...to me Its a dangerous heater !!
1436553
I too haven't had any issues. There are heat settings that you can adjust. If it doesn't heat up, you may have a defective unit.