15-20 years
Indirect water heaters typically last 15-20 years.
What is the difference between a direct and indirect water heater?
A direct-fired water heater can be heated by propane, oil, or natural gas and has its own burner. Indirect water heaters rely on the furnace or boiler to supply the heat needed for the water.
How do you size an indirect water heater?
Measure the GPM for each point of use, so you know how many gallons will be required during that peak demand time period. Total gallons × 0.85 will give you the quantity of hot water from the tank itself (on average for 120°F storage and 40°F inlet-temperature).
How much does it cost to install an indirect hot water heater?
The cost to install an indirect hot water heater is between $400 and $2,000, with total costs of $1,200 to $6,000. In this case, the water heater does not have its own energy source.
How do you flush a indirect water heater?
How to Flush Sediment Out of a Water Heater
- Turn the Water Heater Off.
- Turn the Cold Water Valve Off.
- Let the water cool.
- Attach a drain or garden hose to the drain valve on the side of the tank.
- Place the end of the hose in a bucket or drain.
- Turn on a faucet (or two)
- Start draining the tank by turning on the drain valve.
How do you clean an indirect water heater?
Open the drain valve while turning on the pump and let it run for 10 minutes so as to scrub the coil. Close the valve and turn off the pump and let the chemical sit in the indirect for approximately three to six hours. Turn on pump while opening valve and let it run for another 10 minutes.
Is a 40-gallon indirect water heater enough?
What Size Should my Indirect-Fired Water Heater Be? If you are replacing a conventional 40 or 50-gallon water heater and it was sufficient for your needs, simply match it up with a similar capacity indirect-fired water heater.
How much should a 50-gallon gas water heater cost installed?
How much does it cost to replace a 50-gallon water heater? A 50-gallon water heater costs around $1,000 for an electric heater and $1,200 for a natural gas heater of the same capacity.
What is a mega-Stor water heater?
The Mega-Stor is a stainless-steel indirect water heater which provides abundant domestic hot water utilizing energy provided by your boiler. With a stainless steel, smooth surface coil that transfers heat throughout the tank, the Mega-Stor is capable of recovery rates well in excess of a typical gas, electric or oil water heater.
What is the Mega-Stor II?
The Mega-Stor II is a stainless-steel, indirect water heater that provides abundant domestic hot water powered by a variety of efficient Velocity boilers to fit every application. Available in several sizes, it has a rugged design with a coated steel jacket and heavy-duty polymer top and bottom to resist cracks and abrasions (sizes 30-75).
How does the Mega-Stor horizontal work?
With a stainless steel, smooth surface coil that transfers heat throughout the tank, the Mega-Stor Horizontal is capable of recovery rates well in excess of a typical gas, electric or oil water heater. The two inch thick layer of polystyrene foam insulation keeps the water in your Mega-Stor Horizontal hot for hours during stand-by periods.
What is the Mega-Stor made of?
The two inch thick layer of polystyrene foam insulation keeps the water in your Mega-Stor hot for hours during stand-by periods. The Mega-Stor is also equipped with a removable cover for ease of inspection. Mega-Stor has a limited lifetime warranty
