10 Reasons to Buy Rinnai RUR98 Tankless Water Heater

The best from Rinnai, RUR98 tankless water heater is a powerful and efficient unit that heats water on demand and delivers it in endless supply to large homes. High water flow rate and accurate temperature control. Advanced technology ensures savings up to 40%.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

1. High water flow

Endless supply of hot water
Maximum flow of 9.8 GPM
Steady supply up to 4 fixtures

2. Instant and fast hot water delivery

360 Therm Recirculation system provides instant hot water
Internal and external recirculation modes
Integrated circulation pump provides hot water fast

Rinnai RUR98i - Inside

3. Smart

Built-in microprocessor
Advanced diagnostics with error codes
Large display
Wi-Fi ready
Remote diagnostics and maintenance

4. Tankless & condensing

On-demand water heating
2 heat exchangers (stainless steel & copper)
Uses latent energy from exhaust gases to preheat water
Low temperature of exhaust gases

5. High efficiency

Ultra high efficiency of 0.96
Reduced energy usage up to 40%
Annual operating costs $171 (vs. $273 for the 50-gal model) (per department of energy-US)
Energy Star compliant

6. Easy temperature control

The modulating gas valve and advanced electronics allow RUR98 to control the temperature between 98 and 140 F, accurately and consistently
Built-in digital controller with a large display
(24hr programming)

7. Powerful gas burner

Strong and Eco-friendly gas burner
Modulation for power output from 15,200 to 199,000 BTU
Automatic gas and oxygen adjustment to meet water heating demand
On-demand heating

8. Environment-friendly

Recyclable and replaceable parts and smaller size means less waste in landfills
Ultra-low gas emission
Higher efficiency - less waste
Reduced energy and water consumption

9. Flexible installation

Wall mount design results in more floor space
Indoor and outdoor options
Used in residential, commercial and mobile home applications
Natural and propane gas type
Dual venting option allows concentric and dual pipe venting
PVC and CPVC vents; lengths up to 100 ft.
Integrated condensation trap
¾ and ½ gas connection compatible
Isolation valve for easy service

10. Durable

Long lasting – over 20 years
All the components are replaceable
12-year warranty

Highlights of customer reviews

Positive

Lots of hot water. One of the users was excited that his new Rinnai RUR 98 was able to provide plenty of hot water to the dishwasher, washing machine, and 3 showers - simultaneously.
Saving space. Approximately 70% of space was saved when one user switched from 50-gal tank-type water heater to Rinnai tankless water heater.
Fast hot water delivery. This user lives in a colder climate, and his problem was the lower incoming water temperature. By using the RUR series and its recirculation feature, he was able to get hot water fast and at the set time - even faster than the traditional tank-type heater. The other user noticed a 50% decrease in water consumption.

Negative

The main complaint is the initial price of the unit and installation cost.
While using the recirculation, the owners complained about the water noise inside the pipes, pump humming, even water hammer. Also, there were some issues with the circulation pump.

Note: Many users agreed that the professional should install the unit, and not the amateurs!