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Plan to purchase a tankless hot water heater? If so, and if you arenâ??t familiar with how a tankless water heater operates, then there are some things you should know about before you make that purchase.

 

There are some big differences between the way tank type water heaters and tankless hot water heaters interact with you the user as you operate your hot water system. With a tank type hot water heater, when you turn on the faucet and the hot water begins flowing through the hot water piping on its way to your faucet.  Since the piping is cold, it absorbs a portion of the heat in the water, gradually warming up to the temperature of the water.

 

This is why your hot water gradually goes from cold to hot if you leave your hand under the running water.  If your pipe run is short, the warm-up will be faster.  The longer the pipes and the heavier the piping material, the more gradual will be the warm-up because the pipes will absorb more heat from the flowing water.

 

Another significant variable in the warm-up time is the velocity at which the water is traveling.  The more quickly the water flows, the quicker the warm-up.  The higher the water velocity, the less time it is exposed to the cold piping material.  The ambient temperature is also a big factor. If your pipes are in the attic, and you are in Bakersfield California, in mid summer, your pipes will be so warm that they wonâ??t absorb any heat from the water.

 

However, if you are in Truckee California in January, your pipes will take far longer to warm up, and with very long pipe runs with un-insulated pipes, the high temperature might never be reached since the heat loss from the pipes to the surrounding air might be quite high.

 

Within a short time the hot water the temperature stabilizes.  Since you have a tank filled with plenty of hot water that is at one temperature, the temperature at your faucet vary very little, even when you change the flow rate with the faucet.  A tiny stream of water is basically the same temperature as with the faucet flowing at full stream.

 

Now letâ??s see how things change with a tankless hot water heater.  The previous warming-up factors apply and there are a few more things that come into play.   When you turn on the hot water faucet there is no big tank of hot water to start flowing to the fixture.  There is, however, a tankless heater full of cold water that begins passing through the hot water piping on its way to your sink. 

 

Heating the water to full temperature requires that the cold water entering the heater travel all the way through the heater. This will causes a longer delay in getting the hot water to the fixture, and results in running more water down the drain while waiting than with a tank type heater.

 

An easy way to visualize the workings of a tankless hot water heater is to picture a coil of copper pipe with a fire in the middle of it.  As the water travels through the tubing it absorbs heat from the flames and gets hotter and hotter.  An electric heater is similar but instead of fire the water flows over heating elements.

 

The maximum temperature of the water coming out of the water heater depends on flow rate and what the incoming cold water temperature is.  If your flow rate is too high, or your incoming cold water is too cold, you could exceed the ability of the water heater to keep up.

To make things even more interesting, a tankless hot water heater does not turn on until a sufficient flow of water occurs in the hot water pipe.  Tankless hot water heaters typically require between ½ gpm and ¾ gpm to turn on. 

 

If you like to run the hot water tap full-on to get the hot water to the sink quickly, and then throttling it back to a small stream while you brush your teeth or wash your hands, then the tankless water heater will change your behavior.  With a tankless water heater, if you reduce the flow to a small stream, the water heater shuts off, and cold water is on its way.  No more using a tiny trickle of hot water.

 

Tankless water heaters donâ??t work with most traditional water circulating systems.  If the circulating pump produces enough flow to turn on the water heater, it will cause the water heater to run continuously until a safety mechanism shuts it off. Most pumps donâ??t produce enough flow to turn on the heater and will just circulate cold water.

 

There is a type of hot water pump that will work with the tankless heaters. The pump will get the hot water to the fixture more quickly and without running any water down the drain. You activate the pump with a push button and it automatically turns off when the hot water reaches it. Two such pumps are the Metlund Dâ??mand pump and the Chilipepper CP6000. Unfortunately they donâ??t solve the other problems.

 

Tankless water heaters do have their place.  They do eliminate standby and they do provide unlimited amounts of hot water. 

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Located near Gatlinburg, Tennessee, Ober Gatlinburg is the only ski resort in the state. It is more than just a ski resort, however. It is a complete family vacation spot with an amusement park, indoor ice skating, a bungee tower, an alpine slide, and many other activities and attractions. There is something to please everyone.

With an elevation of 3301 feet, and a vertical drop of 600 feet, Ober Gatlinburg features eight trails: two beginner trails, four intermediate trails, and two advanced trails. There are three lifts, including two quad lifts, one double lift, and one surface lift. The season runs from the middle of December through early March, and night skiing is allowed on all trails except the Grizzly trail.

Rentals are available for both ski equipment and snowboarding equipment. Private and group lessons for skiing and snowboarding are also available through the Smokey Mountain Snow Sport School. You can also easily find food at the many snack bars, food carts, the café, the restaurant, or in the lounge.

You must not miss the longest chair lift ride in the south! You will see awesome views of the Great Smoky Mountains. You will also get a bird’s eye view of some of the slopes, and you can have your picture taken on top of the mountain. If you do not ski, do not worry! You can ride back down the mountain on the chair lift as well. Do not forget the Tramway. The tramway departs from downtown Gatlinburg and takes you to the ski resort and the amusement park.

Even if you do not ski, you can still explore the thrill of flying down a mountain at a high speed or a slow speed if you choose. This is possible with the Alpine Slide. The slide is approximately 1800 feet long, and takes you down a winding wooded slope. You have total control over your speed with the use of a braking device on each sled. Other attractions at the amusement park include the Black Bear Habitat, a bungee jump, a water race, go karts, indoor ice skating, kiddie land, an arcade, miniature golf, a Spider Web Velcro Wall Jump, water rides, and a shooting range.

No matter what type of fun or adventure you are seeking, there is something to satisfy everyone in the family at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park. This is definitely a trip worth taking, especially if you have younger kids or senior citizens traveling with you.

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If you are planning a ski vacation and there are beginners in your group, or you are a beginner yourself, you should definitely consider Tahoe Donner in Truckee, California for your ski vacation. Since 1971, when construction first began at Tahoe Donner, the area has come to be known as a world class cross country ski center, but beginners are still welcome, and this is one of the better places to learn how to ski.

Located near Tahoe and Truckee, Tahoe Donner provides a family atmosphere, and is very affordable. It features a 601 foot vertical drop, and the highest elevation is 7353 feet. There are approximately 120 acres for skiers to enjoy, with over 13 trails for beginners, intermediate skiers, and expert skiers. The resort features four lifts, with two of the list being surface lifts, and two being chair lifts.

Snowboarders are also welcome at Tahoe Donner. The resort has reasonable lift ticket rates, and there are rentals available. Here, you will also find a variety of ski programs and a ski school. After a full day of skiing, be sure to visit the Lodge Restaurant for a wonderful and relaxing dining experience.

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