I've heard that setting an electric water heater temperature setting higher than normal helps or prevents scale from forming on the elements. Is this true , and if so at what temp. setting ?
2007-01-16 07:03:05 · 3 answers · asked by ? 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
No, it actually shortens the life of the unit and the elements.
2007-01-16 07:20:20 · answer #1 · answered by crossbones668 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is incorrect information. The heater setting should be hot enough for your everyday needs but not hot enough to scald you especially if you have children in the house.
2007-01-16 18:41:32 · answer #2 · answered by ec1177 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds highly unlikely- chemical reactions go faster at higher temperatures, plus think about your electic bill. Also if you have kids, scalding could be a serious danger to them.
2007-01-16 15:11:47 · answer #3 · answered by Jo B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋