- Is the RX180iN big enough for a family of four?
- Yes. At 10 GPM it can run two showers plus a dishwasher or laundry at the same time. Larger homes with three or more simultaneous hot-water uses may want a higher-capacity model.
- Does it work with propane?
- Yes, Rinnai sells a propane version of the same unit. The natural gas and propane models are not interchangeable, so order the fuel type your home uses.
- What venting does it need?
- As a condensing unit it vents with PVC or stainless steel and produces condensate that must drain. Plan for the vent run and a drain line during installation.
- How is it different from a standard tankless heater?
- It condenses flue gas to recover extra heat, reaching 0.98 UEF versus roughly 0.8 for non-condensing units. That efficiency comes with a higher cost and more installation work.
- Does it need electricity?
- Yes. It plugs into a standard outlet for controls and ignition, and it needs a condensate drain and proper venting to run.
- Where is the Rinnai RX180iN Condensing Smart Sense Tankless Water Heater cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $1,566.60, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Rinnai RX180iN Condensing Smart Sense Tankless Water Heater?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Amazon.