Tankless Water Heater

7 Responses to “How to convert a gas pool heater to propane?”

1. Paul in San Diego
   June 6th, 2010 @ 5:30 pm

   The difference between a propane heater and a natural gas heater is the orifices for the gas to pass through. I don’t remember which type requires bigger orifices. But, the two gasses burn at different rates and temperatures. So, the burners need to have different sized holes for the gas to come out.

   Try to locate a Hayward dealer and find out if they can get a new burner part for you. Or you can call a pool supply place and ask if they have propane conversion parts for heater burners.

2. P G
   June 6th, 2010 @ 6:07 pm

   Yes, there is a different valve for gas & propane.
   Thats all there is to it.
   Your propane provider is the best source.
   Let them change it out.
   This should not be done by homeowner.
   The heater you mention is a good heater.
   Best if it has an electronic ignition.

3. sr71black
   June 6th, 2010 @ 6:43 pm

   You must change the gas valve and individual burner orifaces. On SOME models you may also have to change the ignition/control device too if it is an electronic heater.Call Hayward with your model number and serial number for exact information.

4. Jere
   June 17th, 2010 @ 12:46 am

   Can you heat a baptism pool with a tankless water heater?

   thanks

   Rev. King

5. Gum Disease Symptoms :
   October 28th, 2010 @ 2:21 pm

   gas heaters are great but due to the rising prices of petroleum, perhaps an electric heater might be a cheaper option`-:

6. Towel Rails ·
   November 14th, 2010 @ 6:16 pm

   i prefer to use gas heaters in my home cooked meals because they tend to cook faster -**

7. Kaylee Lopez
   January 25th, 2011 @ 8:14 am

   ;`- I am very thankful to this topic because it really gives great information -*`

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