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Posted on Mar 04, 2010

Bosch 2400E-NG output temp fluctuates

My Bosch 2400E-NG water heater is widely fluctuating output temperature when supporting a Kohler DTV shower system. The water heater works perfectly normal on every other outlet in the house. The heater is approximately 10 feet of piping from the shower mixer. The max water temperature for the Bosch unit is 120. I have tried to alter this (up and down) but get the same result. Help me take a hot shower and not use my guest bathroom!!!

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Tankless heaters do not like back pressure from anti scalding devices in shower controls. Every time they compensate and shove more coldwater to the hot side so you don't get burned when someon is using the cold water elsewhere in the home, it can reduce the heater below it's minimum flow rate and shut it down. Nothing wrong with the heater. Ask kohler if there is a wy to disable the device without buying a new unit entirely.

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This is a great heater. It is however crucial that it be installed to every detail of the manual. If there is trouble send pictures to Bosch tankless you can call 1-800-283-3787 ask for Bosch Tech support or go to boschhotwater.com click find a contractor and call the closest Bosch Service Provider most will travel.

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    Steven Foerst Apr 11, 2010

    This heater is a great, robust whole house tankless water heater. The biggest problem is installation error. I recommend contacting me about this one.

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