Rheem electric tankless water heater rtex 13

Installation Manual
Specificatiopn Sheet

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What is the downside of an electric tankless water heater?
What is the life expectancy of a Rheem tankless water heater?
Is Rheem tankless water heater a good brand?
What is the most common problems with tankless water heaters?

ON/OFF Dial Control with adjustable digital temperature display
Self-modulating power control
8kW Model Flow Rate: up to 1.95 GPM
11kW Model Flow Rate: up to 2.68 GPM
13kW Model Flow Rate: up to 3.17 GPM
Side 1/2" NPT water connections

Overview

Professional Classic® tankless electric water heaters offer continuous hot water quick and on demand for single point-of-use or multiple applications

Performance Features

Compact and stylish with digital temperature control in increments of 1°F ranging from 80°F to 140°F
99.8% Energy efficient
Robust copper immersion heating elements with brass top increases durability and are threaded for easy replacement
Simple Installation
Digital temperature display

Applications

Standard Hand Sink – 0.5 GPM
Kitchen Sink – 1 to 2 GPM
Dishwasher – 1 to 2 GPM
Washing Machine – 1 to 1.5 GPM
Water-Saver Shower Head – 1.5 GPM
Standard Shower Head – 2.0 GPM

Average Gallons Per Minute (GPM) based on 2010 Plumbing Standards

Dimensions

Product Depth (in.)	3.63"
Product Height (in.)	12.63"
Product Width (in.)	8.25"

Details

Available In Canada	Yes
Fuel Type	Electric
EF	0.99
Voltage	240
Kilowatts	13
Install Location	Indoor
Primary Warranty	5
Max Single Shower Minutes	Endless
Number Of Back To Back Showers	Endless
Max GPM	3.17

Recirc Incl: .No
Warranty: 5 Yr

What is the downside of an electric tankless water heater?

A tankless water heater can only heat so much water at a time. If you demand more hot water than the unit can generate—for instance, if you run the dishwasher, washing machine and shower at the same time—the temperature of the water will fluctuate since the heater is trying to provide for all three locations at once.

What is the life expectancy of a Rheem tankless water heater?

Rheem hot water systems have a typical life span of between 5 and 15 years depending on water conditions and how well the system has been serviced. You can add years to the life to a Rheem hot water system if you have it serviced every 5 years.

Is Rheem tankless water heater a good brand?

We looked at every tankless water heater on the market and our favorite is the Rheem Performance 27 kw (5.6 GPM). It's not only the best tankless electric water heater, it's the best option overall.