Is there an initial jolt of colder water (i.e. a delay for warm water to come out)? I've read mixed reviews on this. Thanks.
1528301
I live in a frigid part of Pennsylvania and I have never experienced a jolt of cold water before the warm water comes out. In fact, I have changed the temperature setting from cold to warm in the middle of the wash cycle and it is immediately warm.
1528302
It is warm right away. Occasionally there is a slight rise in temperature after the initial start of warm water.
2076618
Hi William. Mark here... Personally, the combination of the heater and the provider has been a nightmare. 2X now, the inner coils have burst from cold temps. If you live in a cold climate be very careful! T oanswer your quesytion, the unit is in our studio apt and to prepare to take a shower we must first turn on the sink hot wate which is near the shower to initiate the hot water. Then once the shower is turned on (as long as the unit continues to fire) we then tune thew sink off which allows the shower to keep flowing hot water. It's a querk for lack of a better term to say the least and I hope thatg answered your question. Hi William. Mark here... Personally, the combination of the heater and the provider has been a nightmare. 2X now, the inner coils have burst from cold temps. If you live in a cold climate be very careful! T oanswer your quesytion, the unit is in our studio apt and to prepare to take a shower we must first turn on the sink hot wate which is near the shower to initiate the hot water. Then once the shower is turned on (as long as the unit continues to fire) we then tune thew sink off which allows the shower to keep flowing hot water. It's a querk for lack of a better term to say the least and... » Read More Hi William. Mark here... Personally, the combination of the heater and the provider has been a nightmare. 2X now, the inner coils have burst from cold temps. If you live in a cold climate be very careful! T oanswer your quesytion, the unit is in our studio apt and to prepare to take a shower we must first turn on the sink hot wate which is near the shower to initiate the hot water. Then once the shower is turned on (as long as the unit continues to fire) we then tune thew sink off which allows the shower to keep flowing hot water. It's a querk for lack of a better term to say the least and I hope thatg answered your question. « Show Less
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It heats the water rather nicely. I have even had to turn the heat off because it got to hot. I still start with warm water just so it heats up faster but have put in cold water before. It took about 5 min to warm up to a nice temperature.
1691495
I have not noticed it to ever be cold. I beleive that it is continuely is heating the incoming water as you use what has already been heated. I have been very happy with this product and have purchased two of them. I did have an issue with one about 3 years after purchase and they actually replaced it for free under the warranty. I completely recommend this product.
1817949
Not that I am aware of, my water comes out of a fresh water lake. It is just above freezing temp in early spring and the heater gets it hot no problem.
1306521
I live in the Southwest, so it doesn't get as cold as it does other places. While I can see how the heated versions would be nice elsewhere, it didn't seem a necessary cost for where I live and the cool water is actually quite nice when the heater is on. The main advice I hear from other people is that you should make sure your pipes are well insulated, so the water going through the bidet doesn't freeze or get too cold in winter.
1734925
No it wont feel warm. It has an automatic thermostat that will only come on as needed to keep the water from freezing. I just replaced the one i bought 8 years ago. I hope this one , which is the same brand, lasts as long
188391
No. I didn't notice any difference. I touched the wet carper after trying and it felt warm. This unit uses more water and the water runs out faster than other unite but it works really GREAT. So, the water doesn't really have a chance to get cold. This is the best Bissell I've had!!! I LOVE IT!!! I had the Pro Heat 2X before and it broke after a couple of uses and didn't clean as well.
39154
Not to me. Just make sure the water is warm and not hot or cold. Sounds wierd when the water first goes in but not painful to me.
747270
I had the same question when mine arrived a year ago. But after plugging it in just before freezing temps, it did the job just fine. The water doesn't even feel warm to the touch, which I'm sure our pet appreciates. So, it just works...
836694
I've not taken the temp of the heated water. I don't know what birds can tolerate but none of them seem to have a problem. We've had maybe a total of 10 days below freezing this winter and a few of those had lows in the teens. That's really cold for us. Because I have a shallow bird bath, I didn't give a second thought to adding water ever day. Evaporation due to the heater? Maybe a luttle bit.
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Actually a valid question, you will experience a certain amount of warm water when the cold water is turned. But I myself personally have never found it to be a problem. The warm water on the cold side is quickly flushed out and cold water comes in a few seconds. Hope this helps, May God Bless.
175028
yes it is pretty good. I push my feet up and back on the bottom. Only neg I found was the water gets cold very fast. I put in hot/warm water but it will not stay heated.
1832472
I think mine's run dry before and still seems to be working this week(first freezes in New Jersey, us)...it seems to keep the water just above freezing so I don't think runs very warm
761162
This unit produces a mildly warm water source from a cold water source. The water is not hot and will slow down your flow.
1603638
Lukewarm shouldn't be a problem. I generally rinse mine out with hot tap water.
773463
I had it running this weekend in arrowhead it was fine. The heater was on to the house. I would imagine if it was below 30 the motor may not like it. I would not assume that because the water is moving it will not freeze at a lower temp. But I am sure the motor is not designed for freezing. But it really moves the water.