How to use a water heater

 


Water heaters are very useful equipment, especially in winter. In addition, there are portable models suitable for Outdoor, which could be of help when leaving Camp. The options are varied, being the selection a decision that you must evaluate, depending on the use you intend to give to the device. Below, we teach you how to use a water heater through a few simple steps. 

Select the mounting space

The selection of the space for carrying out the assembly depends on the selected model, since there are heaters for indoor and others are suitable for outdoor. So you need to check that particularity. On the other hand, you will have to verify that the dimensions of both the wall and the housing of the device are compatible, so that you do not have limitations when fixing it.

Check the purchase package

Open the purchase package and check the condition of the heater structure, being important that it is not deteriorated, the switches rotate correctly and that the connectors or the inside of the tank are not oxidized.

It also confirms that all the accessories offered by the manufacturer are included for both Assembly and operation. Otherwise, you will need to purchase them separately before starting Assembly.

Read the instruction manual

Reading the instruction manual will help you initially familiarize yourself with the structure of the equipment, thus knowing the control and monitoring panel. Also, you can clarify some of your doubts about the fixing of the structure, adjustment of the connections, care to be taken to avoid overheating, leaks in gas equipment, maintenance required, among other factors.

Prepare the tools

To make the fixing on the wall, you will need the help of some tools such as a drill, bits, screws, screwdrivers, a square and pencil. Also, have at hand the supports or bases, either incorporated by the manufacturer or purchased separately.

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Fix the heater

Typically, heaters incorporate a pair of metal brackets or hooks that you'll need to install. To do this, you must take a ruler or Square and mark with a pencil on the surface a guide line, being necessary that you drill in those points some holes that coincide with those of the bases.

Then, insert some screws between them to fix the parts, checking that they are not isolated. If so, replace them immediately. The next step is to mount or secure the structure, the process of which will depend on the model, either by means of screws or adjusting tapes.

Plug it in and start it up

The connection process is carried out according to the selected model, which can be electric or gas type. The first of them you will have to plug it directly into the outlet and in the second option it becomes necessary to install a bottle of propane or butane gas, a hose with its respective regulator and an outlet for fumes.

In this regard, you will have to turn to the instruction manual to check all the steps and avoid setbacks. In addition, other portable models require the addition of a battery, which is easily adjusted in the identified place.

In any case, do not forget to connect the inlet and outlet of the water, being important that you put some protective insulating tape. Regarding the start - up, press the power button and adjust the desired temperature according to your taste.

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