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When the heater is gas or oil-fired, the insulation should
be kept away from the burner area and no insulation should be installed on
the top of the heater. Heaters should be turned down to approximately 125 degrees
Farenheight for safety, however, this could cause spotting of glassware in
dishwashers if the dishwasher does not have an element to raise the
temperature of the water. If spotting becomes a problem, increase the
water temperature by several degrees at a time until the problem is
resolved. When the dishwasher
has to be replaced, you should consider installing one that will heat
water in the dishwasher to the temperature required, thereby permitting
the water temperature in the water heater to be reduced. Peak timers may be installed on electric heaters so that
water is only heated during specific times of the day. However, this concept requires that all activities using hot water
(e.g. bathing, laundry, dishwashing, etc.) be accomplished at generally
the same time. The electric utility company discounts the rate for the
electric that is used through the peak timer.\ Consider insulating the hot water supply lines wherever they
are accessible, using either insulation specifically designed for pipes or
3 ½ inch faced fiberglass insulation,
cut to size and held in place with duct tape; the vapor barrier should
face the pipe.
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