Mixer valve
Ever since we purchased our MH we've had issues with the hot water tank mixer valve. First year we owned ours this valve was replaced as it was noisy. In less than 3 years it needs replacing again. ...
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Reason dealer would NOT 'just bypass it' IS due to liability
The Atwood XT model uses a 160*F t-stat to heat water to higher temp then control output temp at130*F by use of that mixer valve.
Bypassing/eliminating mixer valve could easily end up scalding some unsuspecting person/child with 3rd degree burns due to 160*F water at faucets
How a shower mixer valve would be a backup is an mistaken idea.
And after bypassing mixer you can't just change out WH t-stat .....use different connections (which could be replaced provided one is aware!)
Most issues with mixing valve is clogging up with scale/calcium
They can be cleaned----remove/soak in CLR
And you do NOT have to use an OEM one........go to Home Depot/Lowes/ACE and purchase a 1/2" Honeywell Thermal Mixing valve----under $100
The Atwood XT model uses a 160*F t-stat to heat water to higher temp then control output temp at130*F by use of that mixer valve.
Bypassing/eliminating mixer valve could easily end up scalding some unsuspecting person/child with 3rd degree burns due to 160*F water at faucets
How a shower mixer valve would be a backup is an mistaken idea.
And after bypassing mixer you can't just change out WH t-stat .....use different connections (which could be replaced provided one is aware!)
Most issues with mixing valve is clogging up with scale/calcium
They can be cleaned----remove/soak in CLR
And you do NOT have to use an OEM one........go to Home Depot/Lowes/ACE and purchase a 1/2" Honeywell Thermal Mixing valve----under $100
