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How can you convert a water heater from natural gas to propane?
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∙ 14y ago
Due to possible liability you should never convert a water heater unless the manufacturer specifically has instructions that state that it is ok to do so.
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How is a propane tankless water heater different from a standard water heater?
Propane tankless water heater may differ from a standard water heater with the following features; It has UMC-117 remote control and 10 feet of thermostat wire, it has freeze protection which is up to -30 degrees Fahrenheit. And It has a low nitrogen oxide emission standards.
How do you go completely propane?
Propane stove. Propane water heater. Propane fridge. Propane heater. Propane gas lights. Propane generator w/storage cells for electric use. Propane A/C units (not cheap, but have long life.)
What is the best propane water heater?
Tankless. A tankless heater heats the water as you use it. It doesn't store hot water and keep it hot day and night whether any is used or not. The water is heated almost instantaneously, and the heater will keep the hot water flowing as long as the water is turned on.
What are propane and water both examples of?
Propane and water, are both examples of Compounds.
What is the difference in cost for heating water with an electric water versus a propane water heater?
For gas and oil water heaters, you need to know the unit cost of fuel by BTU (British thermal unit) or therm (1 therm = 100,000 BTU). Then use the following calculation: 365 X 41045/EF X Fuel Cost (BTU) = estimated annual cost of operation http://apps1.eere.energy.gov/consumer/your_home/water_heating/index.cfm/mytopic=13010
Natural gas water heater was hooked up to propane by mistake it was replaced with a propane unit does that damage the natural gas water heater for use with natural gas?
The answer is that is may create a problem when you want to use it with natural gas. Best is just to scrap it.
Can you put a propane water heater in a mobile home?
As long as it is installed correctly, it doesn't matter what type it is. Propane, natural gas or electric.
Where can I find an orifice for a tankless water heater if I can switch from natural gas to propane?
Check with supplier or manufacturer of product.
Will a portable propane tank operate a tankless water heater?
As long as the heater is made for propane.
Can i change tankless water heater from natural gas to propane and where can i get an orifice?
Unless you are extremely knowledgeable about gas devices, you shouldn't fiddle with them.
Are tankless water heaters electric or do you need to get propane?
Propane or natural gas.
Can you convert a propane bbq to a natural gas bbq?
Natural gas and propane are crompressed at different pressures so the require differnt orifices for burners to meter the gas. There are some logistical problems, natural gas tanks are much bulkier than propane and are much less convenient to refill and weigh more for equal volume, this is the reason campers run on propane. Also, hooking to your house gas if you were able to change the orifice would seem dangerous, most CNG things in your house are effectively permanent (water heater, stove, dryer) they arent outside and the dont move. Could you convert it? Yes. Would it be worth the time, effort, and risk? No
How is a propane tankless water heater different from a standard water heater?
Propane tankless water heater may differ from a standard water heater with the following features; It has UMC-117 remote control and 10 feet of thermostat wire, it has freeze protection which is up to -30 degrees Fahrenheit. And It has a low nitrogen oxide emission standards.
How do you go completely propane?
Propane stove. Propane water heater. Propane fridge. Propane heater. Propane gas lights. Propane generator w/storage cells for electric use. Propane A/C units (not cheap, but have long life.)
What is the propane looking tank attached to a hot water heater?
expansion tank
How much propane does a tankless hot water heater use?
Most tankless hot water heaters are electric. I've never heard of a propane one.
Why would one need a propane water heater?
A person would need a propane water heater if they lived in an area where heat would be needed. Some people who live out in the country and don't have access to other types of heaters.
