- How much hot water can it deliver?
- At 199,000 BTU it is built to run several fixtures at once, such as two showers plus a sink. Actual flow depends on incoming water temperature and the temperature rise you set.
- What does installation require?
- A natural gas line sized for its full input, approved stainless or PVC venting depending on the model's vent option, and a 120V outlet for the controls. A licensed gas installer should handle it.
- Does it need maintenance?
- Yes. In hard-water areas the heat exchanger should be descaled about once a year to keep efficiency and flow up. A sediment filter on the cold inlet helps.
- Is it better than a tank water heater?
- It never runs out of hot water and saves floor space, but it costs more to install and needs venting and gas capacity. A tank is simpler and cheaper upfront but recovers more slowly.
- Can it be used with propane?
- This model is set up for natural gas. Propane use would require a conversion kit and is not the intended configuration.
- Where is the MRCOOL Natural Gas Tankless Water Heater MHWH199NCNU cheapest?
- At Newegg, for $1,699.00, as of our latest check.