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Bill Stireman

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HydroHot stopping and starting
« on: November 07, 2014, 11:00:03 AM »
My HH500 is providing lots of hot water and heat.  However the diesel burner starts, runs fine for about 3-4 minutes then shuts down.  Then in 6-10 minutes starts up again and does the same thing again.  It will continue to do this as long as it is on.  Is it running normally?

Bill Stireman
'04 Beaver Monterey Laguna
400 HP Cat
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Gerald Farris

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Re: HydroHot stopping and starting
« Reply #1 on: November 07, 2014, 01:25:06 PM »
Bill,
It sounds like your HH is operating normally if there is not a high heating demand. The HydroHot unit has a much smaller boiler fluid reservoir than the larger AquaHot unit, and therefore, at low demand it will reach operating temperature quickly causing shorter burner intervals. However, you should mention this the next time that the unit is serviced to be sure that your aquastat is operating correctly to turn the burner on and off at the correct temperature.

Gerald    
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Orman Claxton

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Re: HydroHot stopping and starting
« Reply #2 on: November 07, 2014, 03:29:45 PM »
Bill
It all depends on your thermostat demand
Might check your basement heat
Where are you located?
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Bill Stireman

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Re: HydroHot stopping and starting
« Reply #3 on: November 07, 2014, 04:29:46 PM »
Right now we are in northern Michigan with temps in the 20's & 30's getting the coach ready for our annual trip the FL Keys.  That is why I have the HH on as we are packing to leave.  When we get to the keys we rarely use the diesel burner as the electric side keeps things hot enough.  :)

Bill Stireman
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LaMonte Monnell

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Re: HydroHot stopping and starting
« Reply #4 on: November 07, 2014, 05:02:43 PM »
At those temps I would think it is operating correctly...but I surely am no expert!
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Lamonte & Patti Monnell
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Bill Stireman

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Re: HydroHot stopping and starting
« Reply #5 on: November 07, 2014, 05:07:04 PM »
Thanks everyone including the phone calls.  I am now comfortable that my HH is operating normally.  This forum is great. :)

Bill Stireman
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LaMonte Monnell

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Re: HydroHot stopping and starting
« Reply #6 on: November 07, 2014, 05:08:24 PM »
Have a safe and enjoyable trip South Bill. Where are you staying at in the Keys?
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Lamonte & Patti Monnell
2001 Beaver Contessa Naples DP 40' 2 slides
CAT 3126B
2021 Chevrolet Silverado Trail Boss

Weeki Wachee,Fl

Bill Stireman

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Re: HydroHot stopping and starting
« Reply #7 on: November 07, 2014, 05:12:41 PM »
We are staying at Sunshine Key RV Resort at MM 39 just west of the Seven Mile Bridge.  Our 5th year - a great place to stay and great fishing.

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Joel Ashley

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Re: HydroHot stopping and starting
« Reply #8 on: November 08, 2014, 04:57:51 AM »
I've had our rig in Idaho and Wyoming when unseasonal blizzards hit.  In spite of our units being well-insulated, in the temps. you are talking about outside a few inches of wall and ceiling doesn't stand much of a chance.  You just aren't used to the unit having to run so often to keep up with the heat loss.  Sounds normal to me Bill.

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Orman Claxton

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Re: HydroHot stopping and starting
« Reply #9 on: November 08, 2014, 02:33:40 PM »
Bill
Everything is Normal,
Coming weather says "Get the H outta here"   8)
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