- Is 7.5 GPM enough for a whole house?
- It covers roughly two showers plus a dishwasher or laundry at once in mild climates. In cold months, incoming water is colder and the unit derates, so three simultaneous hot-water draws may feel the drop.
- Does it need a special gas line?
- At 170,000 BTU it draws a lot of gas, so a dedicated line sized for that input is usually needed. Have a licensed plumber confirm your meter and pipe size before installing.
- Can it be vented like a standard water heater?
- It is an indoor condensing unit, so it needs its own venting arrangement per the manual, not a shared chimney. Follow the listed clearances and vent material.
- How does it compare with a tank water heater?
- It gives endless hot water and frees floor space, but installation is more involved and it needs electricity and gas. A tank is simpler and cheaper to install but runs out of hot water.
- What temperature can it reach?
- The range is 80°F to 140°F, which covers domestic hot water and some radiant-floor use. It is not designed for high-temperature commercial or steam applications.
- Does it work with hard water?
- It has a copper heat exchanger, which handles hard water reasonably well, but scale still builds up. Plan on periodic descaling, especially in hard-water areas.
- Where is the Fogatti Natural Gas Tankless Water Heater, Indoor Instant Hot Water FDG-CF170W-NG cheapest?
- At The Home Depot, for $649.99, as of our latest check.