Why Does A Tankless Water Heater Need A Condensate Drain?
Posted on | November 25, 2009 | 2 Comments
My tank type gas water heater does not use one. Is it really necessary?
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November 25th, 2009 @ 4:46 pm
A tankless water heater heats the water as it flows, and will produce condensation on the heat exchanger. This will not all evaporate and needs to be drained away from the combustion chamber for the unit to function correctly.
November 25th, 2009 @ 7:14 pm
No….It is a safety feature. But ur tank type is required on code. But called a pressure regulator valve and a tube to safely drain the water.