4 Oct 2024

Instant Water Heaters Replacement With Rheem EHG-40 Water Heater at 120B Rivervale Drive HDB on 30 Apr 2024

An HDB homeowner, facing end-of-life issues with two inconvenient instant water heaters, contacted Homeone for a full-house hot water solution. Our skilled technicians conducted a thorough on-site assessment, evaluating the conditions to provide an accurate recommendation for improvement.

Based on their findings, Homeone’s PUB Licensed Plumber designed a solution for upgrading to a storage water heater. Our office team then presented a detailed plan, discussing the scope of work, terms & conditions, and installation process of Rheem EHG-40 storage water heater to ensure seamless service.

  • Project location

    120B Rivervale Drive HDB

  • Property type

    HDB

Instant water heater replacement to Rheem EHG-40 -HDB- Before and After

Before

Replacement of Instant Rubine RWH-1388 Water Heater to resolve heater problems end of service life.

After

Rheem EHG-40 Water Heater is the new installation. All pipe works connecting to the heaters are stainless steel piping. Following the manufacturer's specifications, a new approved stop valve and double-check valves are employed. Such will comply with PUB Regulations. Our Licensed Plumber has supervised and approved the installation. There is a 1-year warranty by Homeone for this installation on top of the warranty provided by the manufacturer.

Instant Water Heater Replacement to Rheem EHG-40 Water Heater

Old water heater:

Instant Water Heater


New water heater:

Rheem EHG-40 Water Heater

Rheem offers a wide range of water heaters, including electric, gas, hybrid heat pump, and tankless models, designed for energy efficiency and performance.
Their products are used in both residential and commercial applications, with features like glass lining for durability.
Rheem has been a leader in water heating since 1931, expanding globally after its 1925 founding by the Rheem brothers, originally producing steel drums.

 

This heater unit has met the following requirements for a water heater:

Instant Water Heater  Replacement Work Scope:

1. Supply of tank, pipe and fittings
2. Removal of old water heater
3. Pipe works partial redo to comply with PUB Regulations
4. New tank installation
5. Testing and commission. Submission to PUB
6. Clean up before leaving
7. PUB approval letter

Regulatory Compliance:

The electric water heater, as a whole unit, shall be tested.
This includes parts such as the heating element, pressure relief valve, temperature relief valve, and water tank.
That work is done in accordance with the following:
1. AS/NZS 4020:2018 Appendix K – Sample extraction procedure for use with water heating system.
An accredited or non-accredited test report for Appendix K is acceptable provided that the test laboratory is accredited by Singapore Accreditation Council (SAC) to AS/NZS 4020:2018 Appendix H on Extraction of Metals, at the point of testing;
2. The samples extracted in accordance with Appendix K shall then be tested in accordance with AS/NZS 4020:2018 Appendix H – Extraction of metals (for metallic materials in contact with water).
The maximum allowable concentrations of metals listed in Table 2 of AS/NZS 4020:2018 shall not exceed the limits specified by the World Health Organization (WHO) Guidelines for Drinking Water Quality.

 

Reason for the Replacement: End of service life

Our  licensed water service plumber has ensured that work is done in accordance with the conditions stated below:

  1. All water service installations must be in accordance with the Public Utilities (Water Supply) Regulations, Singapore Standards 636 for Water Services, and all other relevant statutory requirements.
  2. The proposed works shall not adversely affect the existing water supply reticulation system.
  3. The proposed water storage heater is installed in accordance with the specifications and requirements of the manufacturer.
    The installation of double check valves is safe and effective in preventing backflow and the back siphonage of water from the storage water heater through the heater inlet pipe and will be safe for use.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the Rheem EHG-40 Water Heater is a high-quality and reliable product that meets all necessary regulatory requirements.

The installation was carried out in compliance with PUB regulations, ensuring the safety and effectiveness of the new water heater.

We are pleased to inform you that we have received the PUB Approval Letter for the installation.

This letter means that PUB has a record of this heater replacement job and it is authorized.

 

 

Condo Name: 120B Rivervale Drive HDB

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