do you need the Rheem RTG20220AB Webstone Tankless Water Heater Service Valve Kit for installation? Do these units req any annual maintenance?
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I used it. We have fairly soft water but it varies according to which reservoir is sourced. These units, i understand, are vulnerable to lime deposits so you have to back flush with vinegar periodically I opted for a filter too and you use these valves to change the cartridge. So if you have really soft water maybe you can avoid the extra expense and or work puzzle solving on the installation.
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You need a valve kit, not necessarily Rheem's, to regularly (6 months to 2 years) flush mineral deposits. Talk to a plumbing supply shop about valves. Maintenance tutorials abound with a web search: https://duckduckgo.com/?q=maintain+tankless+water+heater
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Yes you do need electricity the unit has many sensors and a fan that needs electricity it runs on standard household power 110volts. I replaced my old water heater that was a natural gas unit and already had a gas line that I used it is a 3/4" service and seems to work well
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The only issue I have found with the tankless water heaters, is without soft water the heating coils get a mineral build up. Otherwise, when maintenance is required the tankless heaters are much lighter to carry out and much less messy.
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Nope... but you should not get one anyway. The failure rate is pretty high on them. My first one's valve failed. They sent me a new one which then developed about forty leaks due to deterioration from the air, I assume. They would NOT replace that one. It's effects are marginal also.
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So far I haven't needed any maintenance. If I did, I'd probably use WD40 or some such. I've been using this machine for over a year and it's remained quiet and problem free. We love it.
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Hi Mike, Thank you for your question. I am replying in a few hours after business hours to expedite your request. The owners manual mentions only two maintenance tasks under normal use: 1. To properly maintain the water heater, you should clean the air intake filter every 3-4 months. 2. Clean the Inlet Water Filter and Recirculation Inlet Filter. However, the manual does not specify a time interval. We at GadgetsGo.com suggest that you check these filters once per year. Kind Regards, Ross Kelson GadgetsGo 305-791-1101 P.S. Mike if you have found my answers helpful, please prefer us when you purchase.
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I have a Rheem RTG-64XLP 6.4 GPM Low NOx Outdoor Tankless Propane Water Heater installed at sea level, and i did the entire installation myself with no prior experience ,(1) Rheem.s are designed to operate at -30% F (2) Ensure to insulate the hot and cold water pipes that are outside (3) Use weather proof conduit for the outdoor electrical wires. (4) Use a outdoor weather proof electrical junction box for the electrical connections. (A;; needed parts can be obtained at a neighborhood hardware, plumbing or electrical stores.) There are a series of rheem videos on YouTube that can be of great assistance. (Google Rheem YouTube Tankless 1)
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Hi I installed it myself extremely easy to do very small, works great . if not self installing you would need both needs a heavy guage electrical connection and rework copper piping from old water heater
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Yes, it is an easy install after the fact, just make sure you get the one that matches your tankless heater.
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Nothing was needed with regards to the plumbing aspects but we had to install an electrical outlet with a GFCI socket. If the current hose connecting the toilet tank to water supply is very old you may need a new hose as the plumbing washers could leak on the new installation as a result of age deterioration
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You jut need one, which goes on to the cold water flow pipe into the tankless water heater.
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All on demand hot water heaters are rated GPM If you try to use more then the GPM system you buy ,it will not work out for you. I needed 1.5 GPM and I bot a 3 GPM and we are very happy with it.
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Almost none. We own 5 Rinnai heaters and two on-demand water heaters. The room heaters only require a check-up by a service tech about every 4 or 5 years. The water heater is the same, with the exception of checking the water sediment filter screen. If your water has a lot of sediment, you will probably want to check the sediment filter every year. This is something you can do on your own - it is not very complicated. They are great units. I hope this helps.
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I try to replace them every 6 months. They are expensive but better than drinking bad water. Unfortunately there is no gage or monitor for this system. Also, use extreme caution in installation. They can leak if not perfectly seated on the gasket ring. The leak will be explosive, not slow.
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No. My unit came with the isolation valves and PRV. The unit works great and is fantastic, but I have to caution that shipping is very poor and the box was practically falling apart when we received it. Valves and other hardware was practically falling out.
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The Rheem water heater uses 199,000 BTU or about 200 CF or 2 CCF. The Rheem installation manual is available on the Rheem web site. On page 53 of the manual, the manufacturer lists the minimum NG pipe size as 3/4 inch diameter. Typically, a tank type water heater has a 1/2 inch supply line that is reduced from a 3/4 inch or larger main supply line. So, you will need to replace the smaller gas line from the original reduction point to your new Rheem tankless water heater.
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I would use pex plumbing it is easy to hook up to your other plumbing and very flexible. Make sure and don't undersize you line going to and from the tank. You will need to buy the flu pipe for this heater because it has a inlet air and exhaust. It is rather expencive but you have to have it. You will also need a drain line for the condensate. You do not need to order any special valves to clean the tank. They come with the tank. We really enjoy our tank and would highly recommend it.