The lack of hot water in the apartment causes many problems. Each person solves it in his own way. Some install a storage tank, while others prefer an instantaneous water heater, which will be discussed later.
General information
What is a water heater faucet? This is an ordinary mixer, the dimensions of which are slightly increased.
It contains a heating element, as well as other equipment that contributes to the safe operation of the device. You can distinguish it from a conventional mixer by a wire that is connected to the mains. The water heater faucet can operate in two modes:
- The first mode is called "off" (cold supply). The electrical part of the device is completely disconnected, and cold water comes out of the tap.
- And the second - hot water supply. When it is activated, the electrical system turns on and heats up the circulating fluid in seconds.
How can I change the temperature?
To adjust the temperature of the liquid, it is necessary to increase or decrease its pressure. To perform such a transition, a special lever is provided in the design of the water heater. In this way, the desired liquid temperature can be adjusted to within one degree Celsius.
There are also models where the regulator is located on the side of the case, which is much more convenient. Special electronics monitors the water temperature and independently reduces or increases it.
Benefits
The electric water heater faucet has the following advantages:
- Instant water heating. Such devices are capable of heating in just 5 seconds. In addition, it is able to supply a sufficient amount of liquid. If other heaters are not able to fill the bath, then this model does an excellent job.
- The temperature does not go down after the first use, but remains in the same parameters. This is very convenient as you don't have to spend time adjusting the temperature.
- The faucet-water heater fits perfectly into any interior, and an ignorant person will not guess about the functions of the faucet.
- democratic price. Its cost is in the range of five to ten thousand rubles. Compared to other models, the electric water heater faucet is the most affordable in this regard.
Device flaws
The main negative side is the high consumption of electricity, the price of which only increases every year.
For an hour of operation, the water heater tap consumes 3 kW. It is also worth noting the low permeability of the liquid. The most powerful unit is capable of heating 5 liters of water per minute. For example, the throughput of a geyser is 2 times greater. The power of the described device is exactly enough for domestic needs.
Safety Features
The faucet-water heater combined such incompatible things as liquid and electric current. This combination can lead to electrical injury. That is why all devices have the maximum degree of protection, which includes the following elements:
- RCD. It is designed to protect a person from electric shock in case of mechanical damage to the case or electrical elements of the device. Another function is surge protection.
- Overheat protection sensor. If the liquid reaches a temperature of +60ºС, the sensor is triggered and the device turns off. Work recovers on its own after temperature drops.
- Dry running protection sensor. It happens that in the plumbing system there is either insufficient or excessive pressure for supplying water. In this case, the sensor turns off the heating device.
- A special silicone damper is installed to protect against water hammer.
- All electric stuff is protected by waterproof material.
Delimano water heater
The crane of this company is one of the most popular. In order to heat water for a shower, as a rule, a device of average power is enough. But forpeople who like to take a bath will need to install an additional appliance in the kitchen to get enough power. Water heating up to 60ºС is achieved in just a minute.
The biggest benefit is ease of use. According to many reviews, it was not difficult for users to install a water heater. A huge disadvantage is the consumption of a large amount of energy. Therefore, for many users, traffic jams are constantly knocked out, and more powerful ones have to be installed. A lot of people don't like the fact that hot water comes out thin when turned on, and when the pressure is increased, it becomes barely warm.
Therefore, it becomes difficult to collect some large capacities. A water heater faucet, reviews of which indicate that not everyone can install the device, also note quite frequent breakdowns of the electrical element.
Faucet-water heater "Aquatherm"
In terms of its technical characteristics, it is no different from the previous version, but it has its own advantages. The Aquaterm faucet is equipped with an aerator. It cleans the liquid from coarse impurities. Installed in both kitchen and bathroom. In addition, the faucet-water heater "Aquaterm" is produced in different colors, which makes it possible to perfectly fit it into any interior. It operates from a conventional consumer electrical network with a voltage of 220 V. Such a faucet-water heater is capable of heating water up to 60 ºС in a short period of time.
Reviews about it are divided, because for intensiveoperation, such as a large family, it is not very suitable.
A significant disadvantage, like other devices, is a large power consumption. 3 kW is spent per hour of work. Every year the prices go up. Therefore, it is expensive to use it for permanent household needs. But he will be an indispensable assistant in the country or in a country house, where it is not always possible to put a boiler. In addition, many people cannot install such equipment, and they have to call a specialist, which is an extra waste of money.
Installation
An electric water heater tap is installed in the same way as a conventional mixer, but there are differences. Firstly, it is connected only to cold water supply. Although there are models where the connection is combined.
Secondly, a separate electrical cable with a consumer voltage of 220 V must be run to it. Since the device is electrical, grounding should be installed.
Conclusion
So, we found out what this household appliance is. An electric water heater is an excellent assistant not only in an apartment, but also in a country house or a country house. It has a number of undeniable advantages, among which it should be noted the rapid heating of the required amount of water and the regulation of the desired liquid temperature. All models are made in different colors, which makes it possible to fit them into any interior. The instantaneous water heater does not harm the human body,as it has a reliable protection system. The cost of such equipment ranges from 5,000 to 10,000 rubles, depending on the power. The only downside is the high power consumption. However, judging by the undeniable advantages, this disadvantage can be forgiven.
The main negative side is the high consumption of electricity, the price of which only increases every year.
