Understanding Hot Water Systems

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Hot water systems

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Provides heated water for domestic use

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Tap types

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Mixer, pillar, monobloc

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Mixer tap

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Combines hot and cold water

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Pillar tap

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Separate hot and cold taps

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Monobloc tap

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Single spout, dual control

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Water heating methods

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Electric, gas, solar

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Electric water heater

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Uses electricity to heat water

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Gas water heater

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Uses gas to heat water

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Solar water heater

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Uses solar panels to heat water

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Water cylinder

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Stores hot water