Super Insulated Gas Water Heater

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Super insulated gas water heater. Natural gas ultra low nox water heater does not require an electrical outlet and features push button ignition for match free start up making it a perfect for replacement of an existing water heater. Water heater insulating blanket kit. It pulls long draws of hot water while minimizing energy consumption. Combining high quality construction and energy efficient operation this westinghouse 40 gallon residential electric water heater provides hot water for households with up to five people.

The higher the r value the thicker the blanket and the more insulating horsepower. Provides ample amount of hot water for households with 2 to 4 people. For electric heaters turn off the breaker at the electric panel. If your water heater is located in unconditioned space a garage basement or attic or you don t want added heat install a heavy blanket r 11 or better.

1 turn off the water heater. That s because high density polyurethane is a much more effective insulator than standard fiberglass insulation. For gas water heaters turn the gas valve to the pilot position. It loses as much heat on a freezing night as your fiberglass insulated gas or electric water heater loses in your basement each night.

The sunbank water tank is insulated with 55mm of hdp insulation. The rheem performance 40 gal. Electrical or other tape tape comes with most insulation blanket kits step by step instructions.