Atwood Water Heater

Why to buy Atwood RV water heater, problems, how to repair and benefits

Atwood water heater appliances belong to a group of well known RV water heater manufacturers that are designing and producing models for recreation vehicles and outdoor applications, for many years.

All Atwood RV water heater models are certified by the Canadian Standards Association for installation in mobile homes, and they comply with local codes and American ANSI standard. Atwood heaters are recognized for quality, reliability of their RV and marine products and service.

Atwood also offers a decent RV accessory line like the door mounting system, adjustable thermostat, thermal cut off kit, drain plugs, so you can be fully equipped, when being mobile, traveling, camping or repairing.

Note: During the cold winter months, if you are not using RV, the recommendation is to drain all the water from the Atwood water heater, as it might freeze.

These RV hot water heaters and other Atwood RV products are designed to save space, reduce visible portion and to provide more integrated and attractive appearance. They are light and reliable, so they can be used even in difficult mobile outdoor conditions.

There are three Atwood water heater models, based on its lighting options:

Atwood RV water heater with electronic ignition

Pilot re-light ignition - has to be manually lit; automatically re-lights when extinguished by wind.

Pilot ignition - has to be manually lit also.

... and there are two sizes of Atwood hot water tanks; 6 gallon and 10 gallon capacity, with gas input of 8,800 BTU and 10,000 BTU.

Atwood RV water heater is mainly using propane gas or LP for heating. They can also operate from an electric source, off an electrical hook-up or a generator, with the RV's engine-cooling system and combining two fuel sources.

When using motor coach engines "anyway" and wasted energy to heat water, it's a great advantage, as your hot water is ready when you arrive at the destination, and you save on energy/propane.

Note: Don't run gas heater when RV is in motion.

Atwood water heaters are ease to service. Majority of the RV water heater parts are accessible from the exterior, saving you time for troubleshooting and repairs, no need for entering the RV by the service technician.

Even with great accessibility, problems can arise if the heater is not protected or maintained properly. This is why Atwood hot water heaters have a multiple protection system consisted of high temperature limit switch, thermostat and TPR or temperature-pressure relief valve.

Note: For gas RV water heaters, the fresh air for combustion has to be provided from outside and combustion products to be vented out RV.

Atwood hot water heater price:

Heaters with electronic ignition are more expensive than units with pilot light. Price also depends on the gas BTU input and capacity, and it can range from 400$ to 580$.

Atwood water heater with pilot light is cheaper and its price range is from $290 to $430. You can buy them in one of many online stores that are dealing with camping products, RV stores, Amazon.com, Google...

For Atwood RV water heater troubleshooting, problems and repairs, we recommend you using this repair guide and manufacturers manual, or call Atwood technical support for details.

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