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Subject:Re: Another portable hot water on demand system
From:Tom Rowsell
Date:Tue, 22 Jul 2008 23:03:41 -0300

>
> I have one of these, but I have not used it other than a quick test. The
> top gets quite hot, and it's not for inside use. Also, the flow has to be
> pretty slow in order for the water to stay hot. The 2 D cells just power the
> sparker, which kicks in when you turn on the water, until it's lit...
>

Tom

>
> On Jul 22, 2008, at 8:08 PM, Troy wrote:
>
> http://www.campingworld.com/shopping/item/eccotemp-portable-water-
> heater/37786
>
>
> Just saw the item today at camping world. It appears to run off a
> couple of D batteries, and measures 11 x 14 inches by about 4 1/2
> inches deep. While it's designed to run off a larger propane tank, it
> could be adapted to a disposable cylinder pretty easily. It also
> appears it's designed for a garden hose, pressurized water source,
> but again could be adapted to a portable pump or even the westy
> faucet with an adapter. The ignition comes on and off automatically
> with water flow. Very similar to a Coleman hot water on demand, but
> slightly different shape and configuration. May be useful to someone
> out there. If not, scroll on.
>
> Troy
>

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