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2/27/2012

1 HP 115 Volt 2 Speed Center Discharge Waterway Spa / Hot Tub Pump 1.5" Plumbing # C10115 Review

1 HP 115 Volt 2 Speed Center Discharge Waterway Spa / Hot Tub Pump 1.5 Plumbing # C10115
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Had to return this pump twice due to manufactures defects but seller stood behind sale. Good company to do business with.

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PLEASE READ:There is no industry standard for Unions. The various brands have their own unique style, which means you must use the unions provided with our spa pump. This will most likely involve cutting off your old unions and installing the new ones shipped with the spa pump.If your heater is directly coupled to the spa wet end, then our pump will probably not work as the union will most likely be different. Be sure to look at the motor voltage, not the voltage supplied to the spa to determine the correct pump voltage.When removing power cord from existing pump we recommend you mark your wires for "common", "High speed", "low speed".The pump does not come with a power cord. The connection diagram for the new pump is located on the motor name plate.The wet ends can be rotated by simply loosening the motor thru bolts and turning the pump head, allowing the discharge to point to 3 O'clock, 9 O'clock or 6 O'clock.Not Self Priming - Water must be above pump head in order to operate properly. 1.5" refers to the size of your PVC plumbing supply lines. It has nothing to do with the size of the union nuts, the size of the threads on the wet end or the inside diamater of the inlet/outlet. The PVC pipe slides into the union and is glued with PVC cement. 1.5" plumbing means you have 1.5" schedule 40 PVC supply lines (1.5" I.D.; 1 7/8" O.D. on the line)circumference = 6.5" (wrap a tape measure around the pipe). If you are unsure if this pump will work for you, please call us, we can help assist you in your selection.

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2/20/2012

Laing E1 ecocirc Recirculating Pump Review

Laing E1 ecocirc Recirculating Pump
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The kitchen sink is on the completely opposite side of our house from the water heater. It seemingly took forever for any hot water to get there. Now there is warm water instantly and hot water is just seconds behind. It has been extremely nice this winter, avoiding freezing water from the tap.
Cheaper recirculating pumps utilize a a plastic valve under the sink that will wear out and need replacement. The body of the valve in this pump is brass and looks like it will last for a very long time.

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The auto circpump is installed under the sink or faucet farthest from the water heater - wherehot water usually takes the longest amount of time to arrive. A built-in temperature sensor automatically turns the autocirc pump on when the watertemperature in the hot water supply line cools down to 85º F. This cool water in the hot water supplyline is then pumped into the cold water line and back into the water heater. The autocirc pump turns off automatically when the hot water supply line to the faucet reaches a temperature of 95º F, ensuring the instant availability of shower warm water with maximum temperature hot water only seconds behind. When the pump is automatically turned off by the built-in thermostat, an auto closure device prevents hot or cold water from mixing in either supply line.Another beneficial feature is that hot water will also be instantly available at all other faucets in the supply line between the water heater and the faucet where the autocirc pump is installed.

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2/05/2012

Amtrol 30 EXTROL Expansion Tank, 4.4 Gallon (102-1) Review

Amtrol 30 EXTROL Expansion Tank, 4.4 Gallon (102-1)
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fyi- Just had this replaced and the plumber charged me 75 bucks just for the part-no labor inc. so if possible save a few bucks and buy online.

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Amtrol 30 EXTROL Expansion Tank, 4.4 Gallon (102-1)Amtrol EXTROL 30 Expansion Tank Features:; For use with closed hydronic heating and cooling systems; Factory pre-charged to 12 psig; Pre-charge should be adjusted to equal minimum operating pressure at tank location; Maximum working pressure: 100 psig; Maximum operating temperature: 240;F; Though product can be mounted horizontally, this can decrease the life of the product.Amtrol EXTROL 30 Expansion Tank Specifications:; Model Number - 30; Tank Volume (Gallons) - 4.4; Max. Accept. Volume (Gallons) - 2.5; A Height (Inches) - 15 1/2; B Diameter (Inches) - 11; System Conn. (NPTM) - 1/2; Maximum Working Pressure = 100 PSIG; Maximum Operating Temperature = 240;F; Factory Precharge = 12 PSIG

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1/12/2012

Additional Water Sensor for FloodStop System Review

Additional Water Sensor for FloodStop System
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The Floodstop system works great! I connected with the Furman MP-15 in order for the Floodstop to control the power to the washer. You need to put the washer on a plastic tray for the best setup.

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Additional Water Sensor for FloodStop System Add additional Floodstop water sensors to your primary water leak sensor to increase water damage protection for any of the Flood Stop Automatic Water Valve Shut-Off Devices with Water Alarm made from 2007 to present. Use these Flood Stop Systems with Full-Port Motorized Ball Valves for washing machines, hot water heaters, dishwashers, ice makers, water dispensing refrigerators and more. Size of this flat water leak sensor is 1.25 inches by 7.5 inches. Sensor lead is 3 feet long. Water moisture sensors connect in a "train" to increase area of coverage for flood protection for water appliances with individual FloodStop water alarm protection. NOTES: Quantity pricing is available on this item.

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11/12/2011

Leak Frog LF001 Water Alarm Review

Leak Frog LF001 Water Alarm
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I've had one of these for well over a year. Originally put it in my basement next to the water heater. We had had problems with water in the past (water softener issues, some rain seepage, etc) but we managed to repair those problems. Never heard anything from my little Leakfrog until a couple of nights ago.
In the middle of the night, I heard beeping coming from somewhere. It was enough to wake both me and my dog. Mind you, my bedroom is on the second floor, and the Leakfrog is in the basement. So it's plenty loud.
Finally figured out that it was the Leakfrog coming from the basement. The flexible water line going from the water supply to the water heater had started leaking. I doubt it had been leaking for more than an hour or so; there was only a small wet spot on the floor. So I shut off the valve to the heater and went back to bed. 10 hours and $10 in replacement parts later, it was fixed. Mind you, in those 10 hours, the water on the floor had completely dried, that's how little water it took to activate the alarm.
Had I not had the Leakfrog, it could have been weeks (and possibly causing substantial damage to the water heater or other items in the basement) before I would have noticed the leak. I highly recommend this for anyone that has a potential for leakage that could possibly go unnoticed.

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LeakFrog is the small water alarm with a big job. Behind the cute smile is a brain that knows when you have a water problem. LeakFrog sits patiently day and night - ready to sound its alarm at the first sign of a leak. Benefits: Water causes more damage annually than smoke, and the mold that occurs after a water leak can be deadly.- 40% of all property damage is caused by water- 70% of toxic mold is caused by water leaks and plumbing failures- 1 of 3 insurance claims is for water damageIf you have smoke alarms in your home, you need LeakFrog too. Simply place LeakFrog in the areas where leaks or water over-flow might occur. In as little as 1/32 inch of water, LeakFrog sets off its alarm to alert you. If no one is home, the alarm will continue to sound for hours until you return.LeakFrog can detect water leaks from any water source: - Toilets- Tubs- Sinks- Dishwashers- Refrigerators- A/C Drip Pans- Wet Bars- Hot Tubs- Washing Machines

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11/07/2011

Water Worker G12L Thermal Expansion Tank With Male Pipe Thread Review

Water Worker G12L Thermal Expansion Tank With Male Pipe Thread
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Installation is more complicated since a tee connection ending in a 3/4" female adapter has to be made. Instead, buy Model G12 which includes a saddle valve tee for a few dollars more, and makes installation a cinch.

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Diaphragm type pre pressurized expansion tank specifically designed for potable hot water systems. These tanks control water pressure build up and eliminate relief valve spillage caused by thermal expansion when water is heated. 3 4" Male pipe thread conn

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10/30/2011

Bosch GL4Ti Ariston Pro Ti Electric Mini-Tank Water Heater Review

Bosch GL4Ti Ariston Pro Ti Electric Mini-Tank Water Heater
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This is a great product, the only real drawback is that with San Diego California's extremely hard water, it needs
cleaned and a new anode rod screwed in every six months - I am finally breaking down a buying a wet/vac to make the job much easier. That being said, it is perfect for my condo that has never had proper hot water to the kitchen (in 20 years time). As my condo hot water heater is common to the entire wing, I made sure when purchasing this 4 gallon water heater that I could plumb the "hot" water into the "cold" intake of the water heater, and thus boost my "hot" water coming into my kitchen to a proper temperature for my sink, dishwasher, and front-load washer. To me it is so very well worth cleaning and servicing the unit every six months to have the luxury or proper hot water in my kitchen, and to know that when the condo hot water is on the fritz, I have hot water for my sink and appliances anyway. Since this unit has a convenient on/off switch on the front, I simply turn the unit off when I leave for the day, and turn it on when I want.

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Bosch GL4Ti Ariston Pro Ti Electric Mini-Tank Water HeaterPoint-of-use hot water heaters can supply up to 2 sinks at a time and provide endless hot water and energy savings. These water heaters are easy to install and you will never have to worry about heat loss from long pipe runs. A point-of-use water heater is the perfect solution for home and office sinks... hot water without the wait.Ariston ProTi point-of-use electric mini tanks are designed with titanium for longer life. The "Titanium Plus Inside" glass lining protects the tank against leakage. These units can be installed independently or in-line with a larger hot water source eliminating long waits for hot water.Bosch GL4Ti Ariston Pro Ti Electric Mini-Tank Water Heater Features:; 3 Models to choose from (2.5, 4, and 8); Adjustable thermostat with thermal cut-out ; Dielectric isolation on inlet/outlet connections; Units can be wall hung (bracket included) or floor mounted; Durable poly-composite housing will not dent and resists corrosion; Temperature/pressure relief valve included (plumb correctly for discharge); Simple 120V plug-in connection; 8-year residential or commercial warranty; Built with titanium for longer life; Meets ASHRAE 90.1 standard; Mounts on wall or floor; Three sizes to choose fromBosch GL4Ti Ariston Pro Ti Electric Mini-Tank Water Heater Specifications:; Tank Volume - 3.85 gallons; Dimensions - 14"x14"x12¼"; Voltage - 120v; Amperage - 12.5 amps; Wire Size - Plug-in; Heating Capacity - 1500 watts; Recovery at 90;F Rise - 6.8 gph; Temperature Range - 65;-145;F; Water Connections - ;" NPT; Operating Pressure - 150 psi; Relief Valve - Installed

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10/26/2011

LAING Autocirc Pump with Timer and Cord Review

LAING Autocirc Pump with Timer and Cord
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Installed this pump in three steps. First, installed a 115-volt outlet under the sink that was farthest from the water heater, a distance of about 50 feet. There were three other sinks and two showers all hooked to the hot water pipe that ran between this farthest sink and the water heater. Second, I insulated the hot water pipes leading from the water heater to this farthest sink. Most of these hot water pipes were located in a suspended ceiling. If the pipes were in a wall, I ignored trying to insulate them, figuring the wall was enough insulation. Third, I installed the pump under the sink. I set the timer to operate whenever I plan on using hot water in any of the sinks (i.e., 0600-2400). I have had the pump installed for about a year and appreciate it every day. When the water at the sink cools to 85 degrees, the pump cycles "on." When the water temperature reaches 95 degrees at the sink, the pump cycles "off." The water from the hot water side gets pumped to the cold water side so that the cold water is about 90 degrees, but that water cools rapidly. When the cold water faucet is turned "on," the cooler water quickly gets to the faucet. This pump is perfect for my needs.

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AutoCirc Pump with Fixed ThermostatPLEASE NOTE: All AutoCirc pumps must be installed vertically. Please read all installation instructionsFeatures:Does not require a return line.Requires only 33 watts of power.Comes complete with a 6 ft. long power cord.Requires only one pump and one installation for all fixtures on the hot water plumbing line.Fixed thermostatSaves the average family of four up to 17,000 gallons of water annually.SIlent operationSaves energy, money, water and pays for itself in a short period of timeBuilt-in 24 hour timer which allows the selection of system operating periods to suit family usage.

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10/12/2011

Lime-Life Screw-In Ripple Element - 02953 4500W Ripple Wtr Element Review

Lime-Life Screw-In Ripple Element - 02953 4500W Ripple Wtr Element
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This element is long enough to dry fire - you can use it in the air like a oven element. In terms of product per dollar, this is tops for anyone with high calcium and high electric water use. I would bet if you cleaned it once every 2 years, it would last forever. Dont forget to vacuum out the crud on your tanks bottom at the same time. Often the lower element is operating in a mass of calcite.Okay, Disappointment: One of these burned out in just 3 months or less. Looks like their MFG' process is poorer than their promises and ideas. I'll report back if they honor the warranty.
Okay update: this seller will not honor the lifetime warranty. Said to call the MFG. The MFG. which is Camco, says True value stores must handle warranty issues and then get a credit from them, they will not deal with the end user. But this Rons hardware just does not care and will not intervene or offer a replacement or credit - I supose its too much work for them to get a cresit from their supplier, so its easier to just screw me.
All in all, a bad event with Camco and with the seller. Avoid them all.

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4500W, 240V, Water Heater Screw In Ripple Fold Back Element, Premium Long Life, Ultra Low Watt Density, 50W Per SQIN, Minimum Tank Diameter 15', Gasket Included, Fits Most Models Of American, A.O. Smith, Bradford White, Craftmaster, General Electric, GS Wood, Kenmore, Lochinvar, Maytag, Mor-Flo, Reliance, Rheem, Richmond, Ruud, Sears, State, & Whirlpool Heaters, UL Listed, Best When Water Has High Mineral Content, Withstands Dry Firing, Heats In Lime & Sand Build Up That Would Burn Out Ordinary Elements, Highest Grade Nickel & Chromium Incoloy, Limited Lifetime Warranty.

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9/07/2011

Permaspan PSC-2X 2 Gallon Potable Water Expansion Tank Review

Permaspan PSC-2X 2 Gallon Potable Water Expansion Tank
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The product was not the Watts brand item that I ordered. It was instead an off brand that I did not recognize. However, dimensions and fit up were compatible and the item seems to work normally.

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PermaSpan Expansion Tanks are designed specifically for the purpose of accomodating the natural expansion in a Hydronic Heating System. To eliminate the water logging that is troublesome but normal in a plain steel diaphragm tank, the air and water within the tank is permanently seperated by a butyle diaphragm. The tanks are light in weight, easy to install, and afford many years of trouble-free service.

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9/06/2011

Little Giant VCMA-15ULS Condensate Removal 1/50 HP Pump with Safety Switch Review

Little Giant VCMA-15ULS Condensate Removal 1/50 HP Pump with Safety Switch
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I've been staying with some folks for a while and noticed that they manually emptied their dehumidfier daily. They've been doing it for 8 years!
I installed this pump in no time and they'll never have to empty it again!
This pump works great. Very basic, but it does the job nicely. It makes very little noise. Turns on / off smoothly and quietly. Pumps for a few seconds to clear out the basin and then goes back to rest until it fills again.
The pump does not come with either inbound or outbound tubing / hose, so you will need to buy them separately.
Also, I found the instructions a bit skimpy and less clear than they could have been. You just need to read it closely and do a bit of fiddling to get it to work properly.
As elsewhere mentioned in these reviews, a key thing is to ensure that the water / condensate source (i.e., the dehumidifier or AC unit) is higher than the Little Giant pump. This allows the water to flow easily 'downhill' into the Little Giant basin.
In my case, this required putting the dehumidifier about 8" up on a box, then fiddling with the hose to ensure it flowed cleaning downhill to the pump.

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The company that has always been the forerunner in condensate removal pump design, introduces the new generation VCMA Series. Adding features for every installation. Fully Automatic, new generation float arm for enhanced reliability. Suitable for high-efficiency, gas-furnace condensate. 3 drain holes with 20ft. shut off head and 8.7 PSI. Capable of drawing 50 GPH @ 5ft.. Intermittent Liquid Temp. up to 120deg F. Little Giant Pump Company once again defines state-of-the-art in pump design. UL and CSA listed. 1-year limited warranty. Flow (GPH):65 GPH with a 1 ft. rise, Volts: 115, HP: 1/60, Max. Total Head (ft.): 15, Max. Suction Lift (ft.): 5, Discharge Port (in.): 3/8, Volute: Glass-filled Flame Retardant Polypropylene, Impeller Shaft: Glass-filled Flame Retardant Polypropylene, Power Cord (ft.): 6, Thermal Overload Protection: Yes

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8/18/2011

Franke : HT200 Heating Tank & Connector for Little Butler Review

Franke : HT200 Heating Tank and Connector for Little Butler
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I agree with Mr Vaughn. This is my third replacement in 5 years. The first failed after 2 years, leaking and destroying my brand new cabinet floor. This one is now disintegrating and white material in now in the hot water. Zero customer service from the mfgr. Thanks to Mr Vaughn's review I will search for a replacement from another manufacturer. By the way, i am dissatisfied with all the Franke products (deep double ss sink that stains like crazy, expensive designer faucet that broke in less than 2 years, and the infernal Butler) that I installed in my $100,000 kitchen.Franke : Triflow Series TFT389 Traditional FaucetFranke : Triflow Series TFT400 Traditional Faucet

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Required for all The Little Butler Series faucets.Franke Heating Tank, Model HT200Features Franke Heating Tank for Little Butler Water DispensersApproximate Weight Shipping 7 lbs

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8/06/2011

New Generation FloodStop For Water Heater - Water Leak Prevention System Review

New Generation FloodStop For Water Heater - Water Leak Prevention System
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We installed this device on our commercial hot water heater after experiencing a flood resulting from our building's hot water heater leaking. Even though the hot water heater was installed properly with retaining pan that funneled water to a drain through PCV pipe, the sediment in the tank clogged the drain and resulted in 2000 gallons of water in our business. After hot water heater was replaced, this device was installed as a preventative measure. 2 years later, the supply line coupling started to leak, The device shut off the water supply, power, and sent an audible alarm, thus possibly diverting a repeat performance. The unit is also reusable. Some devices on the market are one-time use only. Great investment.

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Prevent Water Heaters from flooding your property:Water Heaters have a limited life, then leak after years of corrosion. Water Heaters are generally considered a maintenance-free appliance, but they are also one of the single most damaging appliances in the home. Because Water Heaters are continually under pressure, even small pressurized leaks can quickly flood and devastate a home. Whether at home, at work, or on vacation these flooding events can go undetected for hours or even days.The FloodStop (FS 1 1/4-NPT) kit automatically shuts off the water supply to the Water Heater and sounds an alarm, leaving all other household fixtures and appliances operational. Powered by AC Adaptor/Transformer or Batteries. Output contacts available, which allow the Controller to connect with Alarm, Home Automation or Auto-Dialer systems if desired. Easily installed in fifteen minutes. 1-Year Manufacturer's Warranty.The FloodStop Water Heater models can also be used on main water supply for the whole house as long as the size of the FloodStop is equal to or greater than the size of your main supply. Additional Sensors can be added by wiring one sensor to another in a chain format. There is no max # of sensors; however you will want to use a larger gauge (20AWG or larger) if splicing more than 50 feet to the furthest sensor.

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7/20/2011

Bosch AquaStar Horizontal Vent Terminator #AQ3 Review

Bosch AquaStar Horizontal Vent Terminator #AQ3
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This is an excellent kit for any unit that will be vented horizontally that does not exceed 18 inches from the outside of your house. In other words, you need to be mounting the water heater against the outside wall of your home for this kit to work. If you are mounting your unit against such a wall and the wall is less than 18 inches in thickness, this is a perfect kit and will have everything you need. The only downside is that the kit does not do a good job of telling you how to install the required wall heat shield. A quick call to the company can provide you with the help you will need to install it.

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The Bosch AQ3 AquaStar horizontal vent terminator kit includes everything you need for the horizontal venting of Bosch AquaStar water heater model 250SX-LP or 250SX-NG. The vent terminator kit includes a Z-Flex adjustable adapter, a Z-Flex exhaust hood, a Z-Flex intake hood, a Z-Flex wall thimble, a Z-Flex 90-degree elbow, a Z-Flex intake flex pipe, and two gear clamps. These AquaStar water heater models may need additional venting.

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7/07/2011

Rheem RTG20147 Horizontal Direct Vent Kit Review

Rheem RTG20147 Horizontal Direct Vent Kit
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This kit has everything you need to direct-vent horizontally. The pieces slide together well and can be attached with the included screws...BUT...if you are going through 17" of wall (e.g. a 12" concrete block wall with a 2"x4" stud wall in front of it) you need to buy a longer horizontal pipe to replace the too-short one in the kit. That extra pipe can cost about $100 from Rheem.

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Includes Horizontal Direct Vent Kit - RTG20147, (1) Vent Adapter, (1) 94 Degree Elbow, (1) Horizontal Termination, (1) Wall Trim Plate, Installation Hardware, Instruction Sheet

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4/29/2011

Watts 500800 Premier Hot Water Recirculation Pump, Blue Review

Watts 500800 Premier Hot Water Recirculation Pump, Blue
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I don't know why few stores carry this and few people are aware of this great product, including those sales persons in home improvement stores. It gives instant warm water to all the rooms in your house, it saves 10,000 gallons water a year (really, I measured and calculated) and it is so easy to install.
Doubt about if it really works? Try this: go to the farthest faucet in your house and open the hot water. Once the water becomes hot, close it, but not fully, leaving a very small stream. Now go to other faucets and open hot water, you bet, instant hot water! It'll keep this way as long as you keep that small stream flowing.
The problem is that small stream goes wasted. How about recycle it into the hot water heater? Sure, but how? The hot and cold water lines have the same pressure, therefore water cannot go from the hot line into the cold line. What if I add a pump into the hot line? Exactly, that's what this Watts product does. Problem solved.
For a practical and fine product, Watts also add a temperature sensor, so the recirculation only happens when the hot line becomes not so warm. This, plus the stream is really small, adds very small extra energy cost to the heater.
The pump is very small, only 25 watts, using less electricity than a lighting bulb. There is also a 24-hr timer (in 15-minutes increments), allowing you to shut the entire system off during the periods when you do not use warm water, such as sleep and work times. This reduces even further the already very small added energy cost. BTW, the pump is thoroughly quiet, no audible noise at all.
An alternative product is the Laing Autocirc. It is a single piece can all be installed under a sink, could be a better choice for some people. The downside is you need (to add) a AC socket there to power the pump. The upside is the pump does not operate continuously like the Watts; it is controlled by the temperature sensor and thus turns on only when water becomes not so warm. Might save some more Watts than the Watts. Both are available in Home Depot stores.
I cannot think of a single reason not to install such a system into any house. Instant hot water without any side effect or significantly added extra energy cost and saving tons of water each and every year. I wish I have done this long ago and this product will be more widely spread.
PS, a tip: before you start the installation, go to Rite Aid or alike store and buy a pack of Hose Washers for [标签:Content].99 (e.g. Plumb Craft by Waxman, 74-114, 6 pieces). After you unplugged the hose from the heater and before you plug it to the pump, you should remove the old washer and use 1 or, if the old one is very thick, 2 of the new washers (I had to use 2). The old washer was usually hardened by the high temperature; if you don't replace it, it will leak water. The menu does not mention this, so I learned this the hard way. BTW, hey Watts: for a $200 product, such washers should have been included.

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Whole House Hot Water Recirculating Pump, Recirculating Pump Mounts To The Hot Water Outlet On The Water Heater & The Sensor Valve Mounts Under The Furthest Lavatory In The House Run, Turns Plumbing Into A Re-Circulating Loop, Every Faucet Will Have Hot Water Instantly, On/Off Timer On Pump Activates The Pump When You Need Hot Water, Saves Over 10,000 Gallons A Year In Wasted Water, 120V Pump Motor With 10' Grounded Plug, Easy To Install.

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4/26/2011

Water Heater Auto-Shutoff Valve Review

Water Heater Auto-Shutoff Valve
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decided to order this item after realising our water heater was close to 10 years old. Figured it would be easier and cheaper to install this thing than ro replace the basement carpet if the heater failed.
Fitted this in under an hour, some plumbing skills required.
works on demand (you can open/close the valve from the controller) and the sensor works with a single drop of water - though be careful where you put it, step on it and you'll break it.

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Don't risk your floors, carpets and other personal belongings to costly and ruinous water damage! Prevent flood damage and avoid costly repairs with the easy-to-install Water Heater Auto-Shutoff Valve. This system not only detects leaks early, but it automatically shuts your water off in the event of a leak, alerting you with the control panel's alarm.

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