What is a Santon Premier Plus?
What is a Santon Premier Plus?
The Santon Premier Plus is a purpose designed unvented water heater. The unit has a stainless steel inner vessel which ensures an excellent standard of corrosion resistance. The unit is supplied complete with all the necessary safety and control devices needed to allow connec- tion to the cold water mains.
Can I replace an immersion heater thermostat?
Replacement thermostats are inexpensive and easy to fit without needing to drain the water. Immersion heater thermostats are available in various sizes (7, 11, 18 and 27 inches) depending on the manufacturer, model and type of immersion heater – only the correct sized thermostat should be used as a replacement.
How long do immersion heater thermostats last?
An immersion heater may last for between two and three years before it burns out and needs to be changed.
How does a Pressurised hot water system work?
A thermal store is a vented pressurised water tank. Unlike unvented systems where the hot water in the tank is sent to the taps, the thermal store heats water that is already in the tank and then uses the heat from that water in the tank to transfer heat to incoming cold water.
What building regulations cover unvented cylinders?
Introduced to cover the inspection, installation, commissioning and servicing of an unvented hot water system, the Building Regulations Approved Document G section G3, also known as an Unvented Hot Water qualification, is a legal requirement and must be adhered to ensure the installer has the knowledge, skills and …
Do you have to drain the water heater to change the thermostat?
Always disconnect the power or shut off the breaker before doing any work on a water heater. To change thermostats, you will need to remove the access panel and safety cover (do this for both upper and lower access panels on dual element units).
Why does my immersion heater have 2 thermostats?
Modern immersion heaters have a second thermostat. This is not adjustable, but switches the element off if the water reaches a pre-determined high temperature, usually around 85 degrees.
Is it cheaper to leave my immersion heater on all the time?
It’s better to leave the hot water heater on all the time, rather than turning it on and off. Your immersion heater or boiler will heat up hot water which is stored in a tank. As long as the tank has a good insulating jacket, it will keep the water hot all day, without needing to be constantly reheated.
