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1) Electronics and
Computer Chip.
The brains of the system…sophisticated
micro-processor based electronics control the
power output of the heating elements based on flow
rate and incoming water temperature to precisely
regulate the output water temperature. |
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2) User Temperature
Controls
Simplicity at its
finest! Set it and forget it - use the simple push
button controls to raise or lower the temperature
setting of your unit. A convenient digital display
shows the current temperature setting whenever the
unit is running. You can set the temperature at
any level between 80°F (27°C) and 125°F (52°C) in
increments of 5° F. To change the digital display
from Fahrenheit to Celsius, simply press both
buttons at the same time. It's just that easy! |
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3) Sensors
A series of sensors
monitor the water flow rate as well as incoming
and output water temperatures. These sensors send
vital information to the microprocessor on a
constant and ongoing basis to help maintain the
precise output temperature selected by the user. |
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4) Time Proportional
Triggering Devices (TRIAC)
Each heating
element is served by a TRIAC which regulates power
to the heating element. TRIACS allow the control
of very large power flows with milliampere- scale
precision. The TRIACS are mounted on a
heat-diffusing plate which in turn is cooled by
the water flowing through the inlet water line. |
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5) Terminal Block
Handles the
incoming wiring from the electrical sub-panel that
is supplied with the unit. For your convenience,
the wires that connect the tankless water heater
to the electrical sub-panel are pre-wired to the
terminal block when you receive your unit. |
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6) Heating Elements
The brawn of the
system…a series of very high power heating
elements are used to heat the water as it passes
through the heating chambers. The heating elements
are coated with stainless steel to resist
dissolved minerals such as calcium (hard water)
and iron. |
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7) Hi-Limit Thermal
Protection with Automatic Reset
Each heating
element is protected by its own automatic thermal
limit switch which will turn off the heating
element if a potentially unsafe output water
temperature is reached (approx. 140F). This
reduces the risk for scalding injuries and
protects the unit from damage in the event of a
power surge or other unusual event. Most
competitors' models use thermal limit switches
that must be manually reset when triggered. |
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8) Heating Chambers
No messing around
with cheap plastics here! The heating chambers are
the heart of the GULFWAVE2 tankless water heater.
They are made of copper and brass welded together
with silver to resist the expansion and
contraction of the metals caused by rapid heated
and cooling. Further, they are manufactured by
hand to ensure precision. |
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9) Aluminum Case
Once again, no plastics here! The whole package is
housed in a solid, heat-resistant,
attractively-finished anodized aluminum case,
thereby protecting internal components from dust,
debris and physical damage. The aluminum case also
features a built-in mounting bracket to securely
fix the unit to the wall at all four corners. |
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10) Electrical
Sub-Panel and Water Heater Hoses
To meet electrical
codes in the USA and Canada, tankless water
heaters need to be installed with an electrical
sub-panel. When you buy from us,
we include an electrical sub-panel and the
associated breakers. Gulf Coast Tankless Water
Heaters meets this requirement, unfortunately,
many don't...so be careful when comparing to other
brands to ensure they meet safety standards and
your local electrical codes, and that there are no
hidden costs when it comes time for installation.
(Note: breaker for main electrical panel to be
supplied by the installer/purchaser). |
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Design Services and
Special Applications
Many of our
customers require assistance in finding a solution
to their
hot water needs, that is where our design team
with over 18 years of
experience and expertise can assist you. |
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No extra charge , just
a way to help you go tankless... |