Water heaters are often taken for granted in modern homes. The devices provide hot water as needed throughout the house. Understanding the specifications of the various models allows the homeowner to choose a device that works efficiently and provides enough hot water to meet the needs of the household. Does this Spark an idea?
Kenmore 40 Gallon Table Top
This table top model measures 36 inches in height by 24 inches wide and 25 inches deep with a diameter of 25 inches. The tank is constructed of glass line steel with foam insulation of 2 inches deep and has two proprietary Limeguard heating elements. This particular water heater is not recommended for mobile homes. Although it is classified as a tabletop model, the unit does weigh approximately 183 lbs. Standard equipment includes a factory-installed temperature and pressure safety valve and an easy access control panel.
Rheem Marathon Series
The Rheem electric water heater is equipped with a seamless, blow-molded, polybutene tank that is resistant to corrosion and rust. Energy consumption is reduced with the proprietary technology of Rheem that is the polyurethane Envirofoam insulation. The bottoms of the Marathon models are bowl-shaped to allow for complete draining of sediment. Factory-installed equipment includes a temperature and pressure relief valve, vacuum relief valve and a conduit between element control boxes. Model number MR105245 is a heavy-duty electric water heater in the Marathon series that has a tank capacity of 105 gallons. Other models in the Marathon series have tank capacities of 40, 50 and 85 gallons.
Whirlpool 50-Gallon Electric Water Heater
As the name implies, this Whirlpool model number EE3J50RD045V has a tank capacity of 50 gallons. The overall height of the unit is 47 3/4 inches and measures 24 inches in diameter. The controls feature a self-diagnostic electronic control with four user-selectable operating modes, allowing it to automatically adjust to normal water usage patterns. Possessing long-life stainless steel dual heating elements, the tank is insulated with 3-inch non-CFC foam.
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