How do SKYE tankless water heaters work?
Skye tankless water heaters work on demand providing hot water only when necessary. When a hot water fixture is opened or hot water is required by an appliance, the heater will sense the demand and heat water as long as you need it.
Instead of wasting energy and money storing hot water when it is not needed, tankless water heaters provide only as much hot water as you need, when you need it.
How hot is the water from a SKYE tankless water heater?
You can select a temperature range from 75-140 degrees F.
How is a tankless water heater different than a tank?
Tankless water heaters heat water as it is needed. They do not lose energy due to standby and recovery losses like tank water heaters.
Fortis, the tankless electric water heater, uses energy more efficiently than any other method of conventional heating. This helps reduce utility costs and conserves natural resources.
How can a tankless save money and energy?
The California Energy Commission estimates that a water heater uses apporoximately 25% of all energy consumed by an average household.
Using a SKYE tankless water heater will allow a home to use up to 50% less energy for water heating.
Can SKYE's Fortis be installed indoors?
Yes, Fortis does not require a vent and can easily be put on a wall almost anywhere indoors.
Which model of SKYE tankless water heaters is right for my application?
The best way to size a tankless water heater for any application is to estimate the peak flow capacity that will be needed to be supplied by the water heater at any time.
For residential use, this will most likely be the maximum number of showers that may be used simutaneously, multipied by the flow rate of the showerheads. This calculation should only be done by a qualified plumber or contractor.
Once this maximum flow rate is calculated, consult the specifications for each heater to determine which model meets your demands.
What temperature should the water be set at?
The set temperatureof the water heater depends on how it is to be used. A comfortable shower temperature should not be much more than 102 degrees F (temperatures above 120 degrees F will cause scalding).
Lower temperatures may also inhibit scale deposits from forming and affecting the efficient operation of the water heater.
How do I change the temperature of the water heater?
Every SKYE tankless water heater comes standard with a digital temperature controller, which allows you to easily adjust the desired water temperature.
The remote version of the controller is optional with the Fortis model. The water temperature is displayed on the control panel and can be adjusted using the up and down buttons.
Where can I get a Fortis water heater?
Contact your local plumber as every SKYE FORTIS heater is installed by a SKYE Certified Installer to insure proper sizing and installation.
Can I put a Fortis water heater outside?
No. The FORTIS series of water heaters are designed to be installed indoors only.
Can Fortis water heaters be used in cold climates?
Yes. For the needs of an average families, Fortis is designed to perform in any climate thanks to its high-performance construction and standard features such as a freeze protection mode.
How long will a tankless water heater last?
Fortis has a residential 10 year limited warranty (5 years on all electronic parts) and a non-residential 5 year warranty on all parts.