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howardwheeler
Explorer
Nov 15, 2013

Sequence of electric and gas operation in water heater

I have a suburban 10 gallon gas and electric hot water heater. I just discovered my electric element burnt out, and in fixing it a question arose in my mind. I like to have both heat sources on so rec...
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aruba5er
Explorer
Nov 15, 2013
Who is paying the electric bill. If you than propane is about 3 times cheaper. If included in your camp fee, the go with electric or both. Thermos are not adjustable so really either one could start or run first. Forget about it and enjoy camping. Don"t sweat the small stuff.

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