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nanc1234 (NY)
I have a new Rheem electric hybrid hot water tank. What can I do to decrease its noise?; it's very loud at times, other times quiet.
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packy (MA)
run it in electric only mode
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hj (AZ)
That defeats the purpose of having a heat exchanger.
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packy (MA)
they didn't ask about that. they asked how to make it quiet.
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nanc1234 (NY)
thank u!
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hj (AZ)
But, I do not think they were asking how to avoid the sound and "breeze" of the hybrid system they just paid about $600.00+ extra for.
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bernabeu (SC)
? is the new heater INSIDE the home ?
If so, the sound of the heat pump (ie. compressor and fan) is probably objectionable.
These 'hybrids' are more suited for a garage.
Just like having a fridge in your 'open concept' living space.
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packy (MA)
one of the selling points of a hybrid water heater is that it acts like a dehumidifier in damp basements.
yeah, you can actually (depending on conditions) get away without running a separate dehumidifier.
also, depending on size, they need a decent amount free air around them. they won't work if confined to a closet.
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bernabeu (SC)
yeh, packy
a basement !
i have lived in coastal SC so long i forgot about those
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hj (AZ)
Basement = indoor swimming pool during a flood or sewage backup.
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nanc1234 (NY)
tank is inside basement of a house.
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bernabeu (SC)
'loud' is subjective
if it is a true 'hybrid' aka heat pump type it WILL make compressor/fan/airflow/refrigerant type noise when the hybrid mode is operating to heat the water
BUT
it 'may' be operating outside the specs and need service and/or repair/adjustment
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it may have installed without the proper 'clearances'
you need an on-site visit from a licensed-insured-bonded installer to ascertain status
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nanc1234 (NY)
What would make new tank in electric mode by itself change back to hybrid?
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bernabeu (SC)
? have you actually READ and STUDIED the instruction booklet that came with the heater ?
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