Water heater

[Shyn85]

Hi, any shifu here using storage heater and install digital timer switch? Can share which one you used? I’m looking to change the normal switch to digital timer. TIA

 

[c1steady]

Anyone know what is the water heater capacity I should get if I am installing a bathtub ?

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[sellun]

Anyone know what is the water heater capacity I should get if I am installing a bathtub ?

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I have 50L AOS Tank. No problem filling up a portable pool for my 2 kids with excess for shower . But must keep heater on to replenish during filling up

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[winningeleven]

Anyone know what is the water heater capacity I should get if I am installing a bathtub ?

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I am using 40L and yes have to keep it on throughout the filling of the bath tub. So probably u should have idea what is the min capacity u need.

 

[c1steady]

I am using 40L and yes have to keep it on throughout the filling of the bath tub. So probably u should have idea what is the min capacity u need.

Thanks. I went to the AOS showroom and interested to get the Gen 8 Mini 40L. Was told Gen 8 will be good for bathtub

 

[senocs]

hi guys, I'm looking to get a 30L storage water heater and shortlisted these 2 models from Rubine and Rheem :

1) Rubine SPH 30S SIN 3.0(I)
http://www.rubine.com.sg/UploadedImg/Product/Space - Product Spec Sheet.pdf
Dimensions in mm 495 length x 355 diameter
Price around $185

2) Rheem EHG-30
https://s3.amazonaws.com/WebPartners/ProductDocuments/8D619705-2203-4F01-B168-EAE1D0454267.pdf
Dimensions in mm 540 length x 380 diameter
Price around $150

I did consider 707 Kensington and Joven too, but these 2 only came in 25L and 35L (I felt that 25L was too small for my 4-rm BTO whereas 35L might be too big as far as my space constrained bathroom was concerned.

The Rubine model I shortlisted (SPH 30S) is the smallest size-to-water-volume ratio I could find across all brands, and I thought that this was especially useful in my space-constrained bathroom. A little pricier though, at least compared to the Rheem.

On the other hand, the Rheem one was much cheaper but relatively bigger in size.

I'm kinda leaning towards the Rubine one, but wanted to hear if anyone had any comments or reviews on Rubine storage heaters ? I know they are a huge brand on bathroom accessories and are also very big on the instant water heaters segment, but I don't see Rubine storage heaters sold so often when I walk the bathroom accessories shops.

 

[bumsteroid]

hi guys, I'm looking to get a 30L storage water heater and shortlisted these 2 models from Rubine and Rheem :

1) Rubine SPH 30S SIN 3.0(I)
http://www.rubine.com.sg/UploadedImg/Product/Space - Product Spec Sheet.pdf
Dimensions in mm 495 length x 355 diameter
Price around $185

2) Rheem EHG-30
https://s3.amazonaws.com/WebPartners/ProductDocuments/8D619705-2203-4F01-B168-EAE1D0454267.pdf
Dimensions in mm 540 length x 380 diameter
Price around $150

I did consider 707 Kensington and Joven too, but these 2 only came in 25L and 35L (I felt that 25L was too small for my 4-rm BTO whereas 35L might be too big as far as my space constrained bathroom was concerned.

The Rubine model I shortlisted (SPH 30S) is the smallest size-to-water-volume ratio I could find across all brands, and I thought that this was especially useful in my space-constrained bathroom. A little pricier though, at least compared to the Rheem.

On the other hand, the Rheem one was much cheaper but relatively bigger in size.

I'm kinda leaning towards the Rubine one, but wanted to hear if anyone had any comments or reviews on Rubine storage heaters ? I know they are a huge brand on bathroom accessories and are also very big on the instant water heaters segment, but I don't see Rubine storage heaters sold so often when I walk the bathroom accessories shops.

Given that Both Rheem EHG-30 & Rubine SPH 30S tech specs almost identical.
ur deciding factor would be the cost & safety. installation may cost almost same price of storage heater. The extra cost in refitted piping or install in conceal or normal ceiling. suggest u shortlist retailer that offer u bundle deal with licensed plumber installation. in any case, avoid the chain store hoe kee hardware. had bad experience of ordering rubine remote control arch series. only to be inform stock is cancel after 2wks. No cust svc to recommend similar model and refund process took almost 3 mths despite follow-up

 

[yeahbeatitscrub]

does the water storage heater you choose affect the water pressure, or it is purely based on the floor level? What is the average/rough water pressure if floor is at level 8? Will it be enough for a 280mm rain shower head?

 

[bumsteroid]

does the water storage heater you choose affect the water pressure, or it is purely based on the floor level? What is the average/rough water pressure if floor is at level 8? Will it be enough for a 280mm rain shower head?

@yeahbeatitscrub
Storage heater has consistent pressure, while instant heater has consistent temperature.
im using 707 Storage Water Heater model is Dalton

The rated pressure is 0.8mpa. sufficiently strong pressure at hdb level 6 with 2 shower heads
all storage heater can support rain shower. while selected model instant heater [inbuilt pump] can support.

The HDB water pressure rating is managed by PUB. maintained by ur town council TC as part of conservancy charges paid. The water pressure is set outside with water meter. with the incoming flow to ur unit taps and valves. which basically are just open or close output water fixture

u can refer below link to check ur piping outside b4 contacting ur TC to test water pressure. its free service
https://www.hdb.gov.sg/residential/living-in-an-hdb-flat/home-maintenance/home-care-guide/pipes

 

[DriftKing]

My joven 25L heater tank, less than a year of usage just died on me, power trip the main switch when turn on. Invoice was more than a year so LLST. Went to search around and found Homeone , they recommended Rheem but everything include installation is at least 500... I remember Rheem was only 150 for the heater alone. Tho they say the installation will be sui sui. Anyone has other recommendations?

 

[jeffrey745]

My joven 25L heater tank, less than a year of usage just died on me, power trip the main switch when turn on. Invoice was more than a year so LLST. Went to search around and found Homeone , they recommended Rheem but everything include installation is at least 500... I remember Rheem was only 150 for the heater alone. Tho they say the installation will be sui sui. Anyone has other recommendations?

I would recommend that u topup abit lore get AO Smith.... Their water heater quality r top notch and have pretty good reviews

 

[DriftKing]

I would recommend that u topup abit lore get AO Smith.... Their water heater quality r top notch and have pretty good reviews

It is what I did. Just installed. But then the safety valve (pressure relief valve) is keep dripping non stop when the heater is on... Is it normal? I don't remember any of the heater valve drip until like that

 

[jeffrey745]

It is what I did. Just installed. But then the safety valve (pressure relief valve) is keep dripping non stop when the heater is on... Is it normal? I don't remember any of the heater valve drip until like that

Dont think so that's normal. Did u contact AO Smith Cso for help?

Dun mind if I ask how much u paid in total for the heater n installation?

 

[DriftKing]

Dont think so that's normal. Did u contact AO Smith Cso for help?

Dun mind if I ask how much u paid in total for the heater n installation?

Will be contacting tmr..paid same price as their website price.

 

[jeffrey745]

Will be contacting tmr..paid same price as their website price.

I see. Did u buy the normal heater tank or electric water heater?

 

[jeffrey745]

Will be contacting tmr..paid same price as their website price.

Hey @DriftKing , is ur AOS Smith water heater issue settled? Wad happened?

 

[DriftKing]

Hey @DriftKing , is ur AOS Smith water heater issue settled? Wad happened?

Nope. They haven't come down yet. At first say it is normal. Then say will check is it the house water pressure too high. Damn weird, why I never hear anyone else having this problem

 

[jeffrey745]

Nope. They haven't come down yet. At first say it is normal. Then say will check is it the house water pressure too high. Damn weird, why I never hear anyone else having this problem

Ya very weird actually. I always have a good impression of AO smith products which r long lasting n durable. Hope it gets resolved soon.

 

[Handyman8888]

My joven 25L heater tank, less than a year of usage just died on me, power trip the main switch when turn on. Invoice was more than a year so LLST. Went to search around and found Homeone , they recommended Rheem but everything include installation is at least 500... I remember Rheem was only 150 for the heater alone. Tho they say the installation will be sui sui. Anyone has other recommendations?

Your problem seems to be electrical that failed to protect your appliances rather than the Joven heater itself. If you do not look into this, there might be future occurences as well.
Joven storage heater failing less than a year is unlikely.

 

[Handyman8888]

Nope. They haven't come down yet. At first say it is normal. Then say will check is it the house water pressure too high. Damn weird, why I never hear anyone else having this problem

House water pressure too high?
The kind of smoke bombs they throw.....mine is super high that in many instances ,i do not even need a pressure jet cleaner...no such problems for me...at least!