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How does a tankless water heater work?

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The scheme is quite understandable. The heating element is located close to faucet ensuring the flow of cold water being heated while coming through either electric or gas heating element.

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Water Heater Power
 kW
Water Flow (Per Minute)
 Gallons
See Table "Typical Flow Rates"
Incoming Water Temperature
 °F
Output Water Temperature
 °F

Fixture Type Gallons (Liters) Per Minute
Lavatory
0.5 (1.9)
Bathtub
2-4 (7.6-15.2)
Shower
1.5-3 (5.7-11.4)
Kitchen Sink
1-1.5 (3.8-5.7)
Pantry Sink
1.5-2.5 (5.7-9.5)
Laundry Sink
2.5-3 (9.5-11.4)
Dishwasher
1-3 (3.8-11.4)

Activity Gallons (Liters) Using
Clothes washing
32 (121)
Showering
20 (76)
Bathing
20 (76)
Automatic dishwashing
12 (45)
Preparing food
5 (19)
Hand dishwashing
4 (15)
Source : ACEEE

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