Has anyone used any Rinnai DV propane heater at an elevation of 5000' feet or higher?
2018196
They talk about that in the manual.....I think it is an adjustment to settings....down load the manual from Rinnai for the ans.
2018197
I've installed, used and owned Rinnai heaters in my area for the past 20 years. We're at 6,400 ft. I have done intstallations up to 7,400 ft with no issues from altitude.
488521
I live at 5580' elevation in New Mexico. It works fine here. No experience at 8k.
562727
You can call the rinnai factory tech and he can run you thu how to adjust for altitude but it would be better to have a licenced mech. who has the tools and the know how. I am licenced and put one in at 8400 ft but I did not have the gaugeto check it out. you need a dual manometer and the only person who has one is a specialist.
1689701
The largest burner on our electric stove top would take forever to heat up this pot if it was 1/2 full of water. Additionally, this pot wouldn't work in the last three kitchens I've had because microwaves mounted above the stoves don't allow enough clearance -- it's a really tall pot. I'd recommend doing some measuring and specification research if you have no plans to purchase a propane burner for outdoor use.
1169941
I have my little heater since 2011. I have it slightly elevated off the floor. Bought one of those decorative pedestals from Ballard Designs. No problem elevated. As long as the entire unit is sitting on a flat surface.
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SIr, Not a specailst, however more of a practicalist. If to raise 18ft then I suggest you use the biggest , most practicle pump, and use number 10 wire, rather than the house wiring of 12. You dont need any heat either in the wire feeding it or the pump itself. Best I can do for an answer, yours , Rowland Baker
2256916
I believe this unit only works with natural gas. I'm sure Rinnai makes a unit that uses propane. To get the proper model number go to the Rinnai website.
1211374
Unfortunately I do not remember the answer to that question. It is in the information supplied by Rinnai. I just do not recall. I have a 1200 sq ft cabin at an elevation of 7,000 ft and it heats it up real fast. It is quiet and a real nice buy. Sorry, I do not have a direct answer to your question.
942887
I built a wok stove for this burner in our ramada. I ran a separate 1.5" gas line to the ramada. the run is about 90 feet. That said, the burner sounds like a jet
818700
I would look for an infrared "radiant" heat source. If propane works then the previous responder is right. If you need electric then you will want a radiant heat source. The "ProFusion Heat Ceiling-Mounted Workshop Heater with Halogen Light - 5200 BTU, 1500 Watt" is the style I would recommend. Anything with a fan isn't going to be much use unless you can have pointed directly at you, but then you might actually get hot. This 5600W Portable Industrial Heater is a 240volt unit so a place to plug it in can be an issue. The item I mentioned earlier is 110/120 standard wall outlet plug in. If you mounted a couple of those on the ceiling at the end furthest from the house directed toward the house I think you might get what you're after.
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So far, no issues with heat - no issues with anything else either (knock on wood). I use it primarily at ~500-1000ft altitude and up to 95 deg F in direct sunlight. I have bought 3 so far. One for myself about a year ago and 2 for my sisters for Christmas; all have been excellent. My iPhone (4s) is another story... it shuts off all the time because it is too hot or too cold...
1686831
I live at 6500' elevation and install tankless here. The T-K4-IN-LP will work at that elevation.
404975
I have Rinnai EX08CP Wall Mounted Direct Ventilation Furnace Propane...N it will run me out of my single wide trailer...Hope this helps.
877324
I see that Jake has answered your question. It should also be pointed out that the expected peak wattage is dependent upon the altitude that the unit operates at. Mine is at about 5200 feet and I have tested it to a little over 5000 watts. Not sure of the peak, but generac should be able to provide that.
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I used it for a while in a 26 x 26 with 15 foot ceilings and it worked but was probably eating me alive in electricity. I sold it to buy a Hot Dawg vented propane heater instead which works great for a space that size.
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I wish I could help, but I only live at 6100 or so. This high altitude coffee pot works fantastic for me, but another 2000+ feet will make a big difference. If I ever take it on a camping trip up to higher elevations, I can try it and let you know! I was told by Bunn that the mechanism works with less air than a traditional pot. How much less air? Who knows?
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Yes, it works well in high altitudes, we live above 5800 feet and it works like a champ! i have it hooked up to a five gallon propane tank that I placed outside the house, just put a small hole through the wall or floor, installed a shutoff valve and used a hose from a propane bbq. Works wonderfully.