Which is better a two element or two element water heater?
Which is better a two element or two element water heater?
In our opinion, there is NO doubt about which is best: two elements! Most two element systems work like this: The upper element goes on first and once it is hot enough on top then the lower element goes on. If the water you are getting out of your heater comes from the top, why would anyone think that heating the bottom only is better?
What do you use to replace a hot water element?
Slip a heating element wrench onto the element if your water heater has a screw-in type element. This is a specialty tool with a wide mouth designed to fit over the element’s nut in a tight space. You can purchase one from most hardware stores or home centers.
Where can I buy low density hot water heater elements?
You may have trouble finding a low density element with a flange assembly. You can purchase an adapter kit to use a screw in type on a flanged set up. It’s up to you. For a screw type element you should not have a problem finding either density. Of course the low density elements cost more.
How do you replace the bottom of a hot water heater?
Loosen the screws that hold the two heavy-gauge wires in place on the element, and bend the wires out of your way. Slip a heating element wrench onto the element if your water heater has a screw-in type element. This is a specialty tool with a wide mouth designed to fit over the element’s nut in a tight space.
When to replace an electric water heater heating element?
A constant supply of lukewarm water indicates a defective upper heating element, while a short supply of fully hot water indicates a defective lower heating element. Replacing heating elements is a relatively easy project. The new heating elements must be of the same style and voltage/wattage rating as the ones currently in the water heater.
What kind of elements are used in a hot water heater?
This type of element is made from copper with a magnesium oxide and nickel coating. This type of element provides more heating surface and is less prone to corrosion. Low density elements are a little more expensive than high density types.
You may have trouble finding a low density element with a flange assembly. You can purchase an adapter kit to use a screw in type on a flanged set up. It’s up to you. For a screw type element you should not have a problem finding either density. Of course the low density elements cost more.
How often should one change the heating elements in a heating element?
Gas-fired models have a burner at the base of the heater that warms water inside the tank. Heating elements typically last for several years, and hot water tanks outlast the elements.