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From: Peter Kafer (no email)
Date: Thu Feb 01 2007 - 18:55:41 EST
I have used an Aqua Star in a residential situation for years. I have been very satisfied. It is made by Bosch, one of the largest major appliance manufacturers in Europe. If you are concerned about the pilot light, they make a model with piezo ignition. I agree with Norm about the venting. The water heater is an intermitent source of CO--certainly no more than an oven or cooktop. If it were a continuous source of CO, it might be a concern.
Peter K
s/v Now or Never!
Norm of Bandersnatch <> wrote:
I looked at the item you mentioned but couldn't tell much.
I have used a residential style instant propane tankless hot water heater for decades without significant problems.
Google AquaStar and Paloma, I have owned both. I like the AquaStar, but the Paloma may have improved. Consumers Reports downgraded it because the pilot used a lot of gas, but that may be fixed or you can just light it when you want hot water.
There is some controversy, but I have found from personal experience that venting is not needed, any more than venting is needed for a gas galley range.
Norm
S/V Bandersnatch
Lying 30 07.715N 081 38.394W
Julington Creek Estuary FL
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From: James Wood
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Sent: 1/31/2007 5:27:20 PM
Subject: lv-ab: Shower on board
I’m looking to install a hot water shower in my Columbia 41 sloop. I live aboard in Bermuda and keep her on a mooring. Do I need a special marine rust proof water heater or will a camping type propane fixture work?
For example, something like this:
http://www.gearforcamping.com/product-p/5146.htm
Dr. James B. Wood
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