Tankless Water Heater | Glendale Plumber

1. When the need for hot water arises by turning on a shower, washing machine, dishwasher or faucet, cold water enters the tankless water heater from the inlet pipe at the bottom of the unit. The PC board is then signaled to activate the flame igniter or ignition.
2. A combustion fan turns on to allow oxygen into the burner to ignite the flame as the gas control valve opens at a low frequency. Once an adequate flame is present the igniter stops sparking — beginning the next sequence of operation in a matter of seconds.
3. Water is heated as it passes through the coils of the copper heat exchanger, and exits from the hot water outlet pipe to travel through the pipes of the home or business to the water fixture where hot water is needed. For Condensing models, the water is preheated as it passes through a secondary stainless steel (latent) heat exchanger, capturing any extra heat (or latent heat) before it escapes into the vent system.
4. The gas valve and blower automatically adjust the incoming gas and oxygen to meet the water heating demands. If the demand is small, the tankless water heater can use a smaller flame and less gas. If the demand is greater, the flame can expand across the width of the entire burner to heat more water. The tankless water heater adjusts as needed to ensure the temperature set point is maintained. A digital controller allows the user to choose his desired temperature.
5. As the hot water fixture shuts off, cold water stops entering the tankless water heater and the flame diminishes. The combustion fan continues to operate at a low speed for a short period of time. This allows the exhaust of any leftover combustion gases.

Having a Glendale tankless water heater in your home has many benefits. If you’re wondering if a tankless water heater is a good choice for your home in the Phoenix valley, give Benjamin Franklin Plumbing a call to talk about your options.

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