Does this machine have a limit of how hot the water can be? (The Basecamp washer instructions say the water used should not exceed 113 F.) Thanks
262370
it is manual fill... as in you fill it with water, so its as hot or cold as you chose. I use mine in the shower and fill it with a shower hose. It is also manual drain, which is why I use it in the shower, the hose on the back needs to be up when in use and down to drain, it is a very low draining hose, so you need either a floor drain or use in shower as i do. It is very light weight, so I simply put it in the shower when I need to wash laundry and store it in the closet when not in use.
1817950
It won't make water higher than 120. So < 120 is a good attempt to answer your question. If you are pre heating with solar, you prob. are limited to around that temp.
1620341
Yep, the heat may be shut off (via a switch in the back) thereby just giving room-temp water. The cold water has a stat / adjustment nob. I've simply left it at the factory setting...cold but not too cold for me...
989313
I believe that it would be too hot. It just about boils the water. Does not have heat range.
2021405
I could find no mention of water temperature restrictions on the box or in the instructions. Since the unit is all plastic, I would guess that very hot or boiling water would damage it or at least limit its lifespan. I use the meters on outside hoses and drip irrigation, so I have not run any hot water through them.
763676
You can by moving the stops very close together, but realize that you need at least 15 minutes for the water to get hot, and, after that, you will have barely enough for one shower, or a load of clothes in your washing machine. One hour minimum is more advisable....
2202833
I have it in a 3 BR 1 bath rental property with 3 people. They take showers one right after the other and said they don't run out of hot water whatsoever. It seems to do wonderful there. its been installed now for 5 months and no problems, tenants are very happy with it. I had to buyer the gas line, plumbing etc to where it tied in, but that's normal with any new installation. It was a tremendous savings over a traditional water heater, and the tenants and I are very glad we installed it. So much so, that I am installing the same one in a diner I own for the dishwasher. I think it will work great. Hope that helps. I have it in a 3 BR 1 bath rental property with 3 people. They take showers one right after the other and said they don't run out of hot water whatsoever. It seems to do wonderful there. its been installed now for 5 months and no problems, tenants are very happy with it. I had to buyer the gas line, plumbing etc to where it tied in, but that's normal with any new installation. It was a tremendous savings over a traditional water heater, and the tenants and I are very glad we installed it. So much so, that I am installing the same one in a diner I own for the dishwasher. I think it will work... » Read More I have it in a 3 BR 1 bath rental property with 3 people. They take showers one right after the other and said they don't run out of hot water whatsoever. It seems to do wonderful there. its been installed now for 5 months and no problems, tenants are very happy with it. I had to buyer the gas line, plumbing etc to where it tied in, but that's normal with any new installation. It was a tremendous savings over a traditional water heater, and the tenants and I are very glad we installed it. So much so, that I am installing the same one in a diner I own for the dishwasher. I think it will work great. Hope that helps. « Show Less
2202832
I have it in a 3 BR 1 bath rental property with 3 people. They take showers one right after the other and said they don't run out of hot water whatsoever. It seems to do wonderful there. its been installed now for 5 months and no problems, tenants are very happy with it. I had to buyer the gas line, plumbing etc to where it tied in, but that's normal with any new installation. It was a tremendous savings over a traditional water heater, and the tenants and I are very glad we installed it. So much so, that I am installing the same one in a diner I own for the dishwasher. I think it will work great. Hope that helps.
587184
This model doesnt have an independent hot water dispenser but you can do it direct from group shower at it really hot around 160 - 170 Farenheit (with the machine cold just powering on maybe more when you keep your machine on)
1793735
that's a tricky question. You should set it at a temp you are comfortable with. If you have kids, they say not high enough that pure hot water coming from your tap can scald. But if you like crazy hot showers...it's all you. As far as knowing what the temp is...you really just have to set it, let the heater come up to temp and then check the water coming out of the faucet. Mine are set to about 130F, but based on my piping configuration (slab foundation) I only get about 115-120 at the faucet which works for me and my family. Your top and bottom thermostat should be set to the same temp. Again, its your call for whatever you are comfortable with. that's a tricky question. You should set it at a temp you are comfortable with. If you have kids, they say not high enough that pure hot water coming from your tap can scald. But if you like crazy hot showers...it's all you. As far as knowing what the temp is...you really just have to set it, let the heater come up to temp and then check the water coming out of the faucet. Mine are set to about 130F, but based on my piping configuration (slab foundation) I only get about 115-120 at the faucet which works for me and my family. Your top and bottom thermostat should be set to the same temp.... » Read More that's a tricky question. You should set it at a temp you are comfortable with. If you have kids, they say not high enough that pure hot water coming from your tap can scald. But if you like crazy hot showers...it's all you. As far as knowing what the temp is...you really just have to set it, let the heater come up to temp and then check the water coming out of the faucet. Mine are set to about 130F, but based on my piping configuration (slab foundation) I only get about 115-120 at the faucet which works for me and my family. Your top and bottom thermostat should be set to the same temp. Again, its your call for whatever you are comfortable with. « Show Less
91395
I brew using the ebiab method. The pump does not work to its rated temperature of 230F. It shuts off at 205F. If your going to be using it at high temperature save your money and get one that actually works. If your going to be using cold water then this pump will work great. I contacted US Solar Pumps about my issue and they said that it is normal to shut off before the rated temperature and they would not exchange it for a new one. So beware, they do not have good customer support.
2129643
The temperatures are not adjustable. The hot water has a peak temperature of 210 F.
2161859
Not really. It initially cuts flow of water to a trickle once it gets warm (around 100F) but once you pull on the cord, it behaves like a normal shower head with no intrinsic temperature regulation. If your water is that hot you may want to lower the temperature on your hot water heater to something a bit lower - instructions are just a Google away. (It is reported that 140F water can scald in as little as 2 seconds, whereas 126F water may take 30 seconds to cause the same injury.)
867161
What if I want it to heat the water to 125 F? Is there any way to adjust the shutoff temperature?
897309
I do not know the temperature range! I can say the water does not get warm. It works very well, I am very satisfied and I will purchase another when these go bad! I have three of these buckets and have used them two winters so far! I highly recommend this item!
320586
The one I use is outside on my deck, part of a drip watering system.But consider this: most house hot water heaters are set at about 160 deg. Some may be set even higher. If it's for indoor hot water use, why not consider a washing machine hose, which is rated for higher temperatures.
1150155
I suspect that the water is not hot enough, either because of the washing machine settings or because the water coming out of the water heater is not hot enough, or both. I am not a technician but this can be the cause, specially if you tried different bottles. Otherwise it could be just one bad bottle.