Replace 1 gas WH with 2 gas WHs ?
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akm
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Thanks for the comments.
The dwg is supposed to show the 4in WH vent is entering at the 5x5x4-Y fitting which is 'downwind' from the 5in FAU vent.
Is that not like what you are saying ?
BTW, a friend of mine suggest maybe we should first check out the low temp t-stat in case it is not working and not turning on the WH when the water temp reaches the low point.
Does that have any merit with the existing B-W WH ?
I think you had mentioned in an earlier thread that the 1994mfr/1996install should merit a new WH.
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Doherty Plumbing
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Oh ok yes that is ok if you are using a wye fitting!
However if possible this would be your best bet for venting:
You always want the lowest input appliance to connect to the venting system last. The blue thing at the bottom of the vent would be an inspection point (usually a plug in the bottom of a T).
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akm
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DPH
Thank you for the followup.
Sorry about the dwg confusion.
Y looks more like a T
Any thoughts on the other question (above) about 'repair' of existing WH, b4 we make the leap ?
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akm
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Thanks for the confirmation.
Pretty much agree with your sight-unseen opinion.
Phoned our local plumbing supply and they suggested could check dip tube, and if that needs replacing, it might be worth it ($12-$13), but if not that, then should probably replace WH.
Guess will take a look at the dip tube, and if bad, maybe replace and see what happens.
Make sense ?
Any suggestions/warnings about checking/replacing dip tube (besides make sure turn off the water, as suggested by the plumbing supply person) ?
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The "fire up" time for the second heater is immaterial, because it only becomes a factor when the first one is being depleted, and then it fires at EXACTLY the same time/temperature it would have if it were the only heater. In the mean time the first heater has been operating for a substantial time period heating and preheating the water into the second heater, keeping it offline for a longer period of time.
The "fire up" time for the second heater is immaterial, because it only becomes a factor when the first one is being depleted, and then it fires at EXACTLY the same time/temperature it would have if it were the only heater. In the mean time the first heater has been operating for a substantial time period heating and preheating the water into the second heater, keeping it offline for a longer period of time.
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