Does The Furrion Tankless Water Heater Need An Inline Fuse

Question:

I am interested in buying a propane tankless rv water heater to use to heat water for radiant heat in a small greenhouse. Possibly the furrion. Can I hook a propane tankless rv water heater directly to a 12 volt battery without a fuse between the unit and the battery?

asked by: Sue R

Expert Reply:

The Furrion RV Tankless Water Heater - Gas - Automatic Pilot - 60,000 BTU - 16" x 16" Door # FR98SR is typically wired into a distribution panel on a fuse. I highly recommend installing an inline fuse from the unit to the battery to protect your water heater. You could use a inline fuse holder like # C58470 and a 5amp fuse.

expert reply by: Kevin C