(UPDATED) Installing a New Fogatti Tankless Instant RV Hot Water Heater: Easy step by step guide!

UPDATE: On the first shot of putting Teflon on the back of the unit, I do realize it’s on the wrong way (which is why I ended up doing a little segment on why it’s important to thread the right direction. This was fixed before installing). I’ve also had a few of you comment on the Teflon used for the gas fitting-I’ll admit when I’m wrong, so don’t use Teflon on the gas compression fitting! Also, install the fittings on the water OUTLET, not the water inlet like I did.
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[@RandymanServices]

I like how you're so specific on how you put the Teflon tape on, then you put in on the wrong way

[@fallenintocamping]

I’m not perfect. It happens. Make sure to watch the 8 month review-there were a few other things I did wrong too, and I address them in that video.

[@BluePegasus717]

This guy has definitely never made a mistake

[@AshleyJones-vd3lj]

Hey there! My husband and I live full time in our 40ft travel trailer and we are currently swapping out the same model water heater that youve taken out here. We did purchase the newer model Fogatti Shower 9 Pro which thankfully COMES WITH the pressure relief valve. I found it really silly you had to install yours behind and run it down. Your video was very helpful to me, for I've done many upgrades and renovations on our own rig myself just based on peoples videos they share. Just want you to know i support what you do and to not be discouraged by some of the feedback you get. People are still commenting about the teflon tape even after you've learned your lesson and im sure that gets old, but seriously keep up the amazing work! Women do have a place in getting the job done and its good to see someone else out there tackling the same challenges I do on a regular basis. Proud of you, girl! Thanks so much!

[@johnbeaudry9340]

Its unbelievable how many people give advice on things yet know very little about what they are doing . That being said , good for you taking on this job yourself ! P.s. that flex hose should not be on a pex fitting , it will probably leak at some point . They do make pex-flex fittings .

[@fallenintocamping]

Ha I’m used to it…part of the territory when it comes to the internet. Also im cringing at the flex hose on a PEX fitting…I have definitely learned since then 😂 It’s been almost a year since I made this, learned lots of new things. Make sure to check out the 8 month review I did on this if your thinking about purchasing!

[@johnbeaudry9340]

Thinking about getting a tankless for our camper but aftet watching your review , im not sure now . As for the flex line on the pex fitting . I guess it will be fine if its crimped correctly . They do make a flex-pex fitting though . Sucks the tankless decided to stop working correctly !

[@paulg9546]

WOW...A+++ rating for someone that actually knows how to make an instructional video. I've watched hundreds of KZbin videos on a variety of subject matter and they ALL have rated at a D to F. It's refreshing to see someone with brains that isn't trying to impress her audience with how smart or how cool they are but rather stick to the point in an intelligent manner. WOW. Thanks for restoring my faith that there are some people in the World that actually have brains.

[@fallenintocamping]

Haha as much as I appreciate the comment, I did make a few mistakes so make sure to check the description for the updates! Don’t want other folks to make the same mistakes that I did 😂

[@caspianwendell]

I like how she put the thread tape on wrong on the first fitting then shows us the right way on the second 🫣

[@andrewflyz]

And then wrong on the rest of them 😂

[@EnderXeno1983]

Yup. I noticed that too. As long as it’s pushed into the grooves, you usually don’t get it bunched though.

[@ryanteter]

It always amazes me that the belly of just about every camper looks like Spider-Man threw up in it. Zero thought to cable management or pipe/duct routing. Nice work on the water heater. 7 years of full timing and I’m really thinking about this upgrade. Inspired!

[@fallenintocamping]

Haha I just laughed at spider man…your totally right though 😂

[@CharlesBakker-em8lv]

Great video! You are a great teacher. Just a reminder to all watching, a blue Pex pipe was installed to the discharge of the pressure relief valve. Pex does not discern which color goes to which temperature plumbing. Classically, it is used as blue for cold and red for hot. but that’s only for orientation with the plumbing. There is no difference in the composition of the plumbing. White pex is used for both. Yes, in residential, according to code, you would differentiate the color of Pex that is utilized for either hot or cold plumbing. However, as in plumbing and wiring, it’s a good idea to maintain the color coding so that anyone that is working on your RV or you’re home will understand what a wire or pipe can be carrying for safety sake. I would hate to be sprayed with hot water from a pipe that I just cut that was blue. Being nit-picky, calling this a”hot water heater” is redundant. It is a common error. It is a water heater.

[@gabrieluribe1852]

Hey Thanks for the nice done video I'm a licensed plumber but haven't done plumbing in over 13 years, So I'm also learning.

[@barttobias3933]

Very impressive that you jumped into this install. There are always little things that can be done differently when pointed out and thank you for taking the pointers graciously and letting your community know there might be a way to do things with a better outcome. I’m a contractor and I tell my crew to learn from mistakes and move on. It’s only a mistake if you can’t fix it. Good work.

[@fallenintocamping]

So true! Mistakes are part of the process sometimes…but I’ll know better for next time! I always tell people who are learning to give themselves grace, because you’ll make mistakes, it’s how you handle them that matters. Merry Christmas!

[@barttobias3933]

@@fallenintocamping Merry Christmas to you and your family. Keep up the great videos.

[@billszabo9038]

This is probably the best worded reply ever!

[@kylevolack6682]

Epic video, and not to criticize because that’s what most people are doing here, but the wiring portion does not have enough information and gets confusing quickly if you’re not an electrician. Not to mention not all trailers have the same color coding wires. Aside from the 110 wires that went to my relay I had four other wires that went into the water heater. You have to be very careful here because only one of those wires was a 12 V wire another would go back-and-forth to 110 to 12 depending if you are Boondocking or not and the other 2 were 110v, so if you accidentally install the wrong wire, you can fry your system pretty easily. I used a multimeter and tested each wire while also flipping the switch is inside, surprised to see them go back-and-forth of 110 to 12. Only one wire was stayed at 12. Great video. So to all those out there, don’t trust the same colors, get a multimeter and don’t fry your new heater.

[@fallenintocamping]

Never heard of one of the 4 wires originally going to the water heater having 110. You should have 1 110 wire (with a black, white, and copper all together). The other 4 wires are most likely for the gas on and electric on switch inside the trailer. In the video, I explained that I used my meter to determine which one of the 4 original wires was 12v and which was ground. (Lots of good videos on youtube on how to test wires with a multimeter, didn’t think I needed to include that but will definitely take note for next time I talk about wiring!) But to update on wiring, when I used my unit the gauge of original wire was too small causing my power to surge every time it kicked on, so watch out for that. I currently have it hooked directly to my battery with an Inline fuse until I can get around to wiring it to my panel. Hope that helps!

[@BG-xh5rb]

All your videos are so informative. Additionally, it's refreshing to hear from a person of Faith. God Bless!

[@xLopez210x]

Super good video, it’s one thing to do it yourself and learn as you go but watching someone else do it and seeing all the lines or watching fittings and lines being connected, it just gives anyone watching this a better scope to do their own. I thank you!

[@shawnminor8015]

Her: Make sure to put the thread tape on the right way. Her: Puts thread tape on all but one pipe thread the wrong way. 🤣

[@arteriusmaximus4200]

Yeah noticed that too!!

[@deanm5325]

😂

[@MB-oz3tb]

Also pressure relief valve can't open because it is up against the gas line.

[@barttobias3933]

A minor issue. Before you criticize, step out of your comfort zone and try something new. 47 years in the trades and learning every day.

[@wallacegrommet9343]

I almost make that mistake every time. Almost. The life of a handyman. Never an expert.

[@danielnordeen8410]

I just had my first hot shower using my tankless Fogatti 8. I love it. Replaced my Atwood. Life is Good!🚿

[@wadeellis6041]

Great video. This is an easy mistake but you put the Teflon tape on backwards on the water inlet. Only reason I point it out is because you talk about making sure you do it right before and after the water inlet. Really a good job on it.

[@michaelprue9024]

Awesome “how to” video. Loved it, and I absolutely love that you tackle these jobs with so much confidence ! I can’t say it enough, I am absolutely impressed. Honest. I know guys who’d be LOST attempting to do anything close to the things you do. Yeah, we ALL make mistakes, that’s how we learn and get better, improve and move on. Being a journeyman diesel mechanic well over 30 years experience I’ve made my fair share and then some. Sometimes it can be humbling, sometimes it is downright painful, but, as long as we LEARN from them and improve we can hold our head high. Maam, YOU can hold your head higher than most. You are doing jobs some of these so called experts wouldn’t even attempt. Just can’t get enough of this. Thank you 😊

[@timchapman8359]

One easy way to remember the tape direction is that if you’re looking directly at the end of the pipe to always wind tape clockwise or righty tighty. Also if you read on the front of each tape roll it will tell you the minimum number of wraps and if it can be used on water or gas. As far as gas flare fitting it’s best not using tape or dope, I use a dab of Nylog blue on my copper flares and nuts. As far as the t&p I would think you’d want your t&p valve on the outlet or hot side not cold. Otherwise this is a very helpful video. I’m installing one of these units now and can’t wait to have endless hot water.

[@montyspearo]

Excellent presentation. I'm a DIYer with electrical training, have no problems doing wiring and plumbing but draw the line at gas. Best left to professionals as any failures or leaks can be fatal.

[@fallenintocamping]

Totally get it! It definitely made me nervous when I first started working on gas lines.

[@terrywalsh7450]

Thank you so much for taking the time to record these videos! My wife and I bought a travel trailer to renovate and your videos are a great source of inspiration and technical help. Thank you, thank you.

[@marksjohnson]

Great video on the installation. But you never put Teflon tape on flair fittings, it will eventually cause them to leak. The seal is the flair not the threads. You can look this up online for an explanation on why.

[@fallenintocamping]

I did some research, and I’ll admit when I’m wrong-thanks for pointing that out! I’ve updated that in the description!

[@jaysunkreuze1466]

Call impression fittings don't requires pipe dope. Pipe dope can actually cause a leak on flare fittings. Please research how flare fittings work. The wrong advice can cause injury.

[@rickgauthier6597]

FYI. You did a great job on the video, but if you go back and watch it again, there were a few Teflon applications that were incorrect on the water fittings. Rule of thumb for me is clockwise applications in the direction of the threads in the tightening direction.

[@adamclever5270]

Flare, compression

[@trailheadmedia5578]

Flare is not compression, nor does it need tape or dope. It has a soft brass seat that is the sealing surface.

[@rodneylw10]

Thanks for the video. I note that some were mentioning the tape error. I will also add something that my father taught me on any tape usage with threads (water or gas). He said to always avoid the tape on the first and last thread groove. He was an engine and mechanic guy and said it can save a lot of potential trouble with the tape.

[@betterbprepared]

New subscriber. My wife and I are relatively new to owning a camper. Being DIY'ers, I love it that I stumbled across your channel. You do a great job explaining how to do what you are doing. Keep up the great work!!

[@benjaminfranklinkivettiv9433]

Great vid. Without a doubt the best I’ve seen on install on demand. I’ve been plumbing for 45 yrs. i cant tell you how many times I’ve used teflon tape and had leaks afterward. I finally started using both tape and pipe dope combined and have never had a leak. Also 5 wraps of tape werks best. Dont put more you can actually snap the fittings. thank you!!

[@bobbliss9607]

Out of curiosity I found this video, thought it might be interesting, and played it. You did a terrific job with this production. The content and the way you presented it is perfect. Very easy to follow as it is informative. When we get a pause in our production, we'll call your other presentations up.

[@michaelwildman971]

Heather, I just discovered your videos. I've only watched a few so far, but, you never cease to amaze me. Thanks for being you & for sharing...

[@jameslaiola4976]

Thank you so much for your content. I sincerely appreciate everything you do. I'm learning a lot from you. Sadly I'm having to replace my water heater as well. My RV is over 30 years old. But I now feel a little more confident in trying this on my own. Have a great day and God bless you all

[@fallenintocamping]

Make sure to check out the 8 month review!

[@donniehare7654]

Great video. I also installed the same water heater in our camper. We've been using it for many months and love it! I wish this video would've been out when I went to install mine.

[@reneegordon72]

Oh girl, you are totally talented. God has blessed you with such a wonderful talent. I am going to try to replace my old water heater with one of these. I will let you know how it goes. I’m watching the video now of how you are repainting and prepping the walls. My rv is so out of date and so much brown ugliness in its depressing. Can you share any videos to show how to install drapes? We live in Alaska and we have so much daylight in the summer time and we have such cold weather in the winter months that we have to have blackouts and insulated window coverings. Keep up the good work and keep God first. Sisterly Love to you and your family.

[@cherhanamiya1]

At 10:33 in the vid, you have you Left hand on the pipe fitting ( MALE THREAD ) With it pointing to your Right Hand, if you always remember this then place your PTFE/TEFLON TAPE onto the top of the pipe thread and wind away from yourself, youll always apply your tape in the correct direction. When you applied the tape to the end of the Long Nipple, that was to accept the 3/4 - 1/2 reducer that fitted onto the PRV. You wound incorrectly. Perhaps applying your tape whilst your fitting is in hand would help to remember. Other than these little issues, you're doing a great job. ( Retired UK Plumber )

[@jasonwhitley6432]

I’ve been using the Fogatti waterless tank for 2 years now. In my opinion this is the best upgrade possible on a RV. Nothing beats a 15 minute hot shower when your body is aching. No more 4 minute showers. Also, the propane lasts forever.

[@fallenintocamping]

YES! We love it. We’ve had it for about 4 months now and it’s the best. Also people really over estimate how much propane this thing uses, I’m actually really impressed. If the apocalypse comes, I know I can get at least 2 months of hot showers with my current propane supply 🤣

[@MrFordguy73]

Do they have propane / electric models? If they don't have electric doesn't use much propane? I just hate going to a campsite, paying for the slot and then still having to use my own propane. Just curious, I want to install one of these but I also want it to be efficient.

[@jasonwhitley6432]

@@MrFordguy73 It is only propane. However, the propane lasts forever. I don't know why. A little propane tank will last easily 2 months for hot showers and the cooktop. Also, it only cost 25 bucks to refill it. It is not a cost factor at all. A 15 minute shower though is a game changer. You will not regret it.

[@mxslick50]

@@fallenintocamping Give it about six months before it fails. Fogatti has the WORST customer service and a horrible track record for reliability. Mine acted up at six months and failed completely in 8. I gave up and installed a regular residential Tankless (Takagi 140H Indoor Condensing style) and it does all the things the Fogatti didn't...like work, maintain steady temperatures, and not error code every time it is used.

[@fallenintocamping]

@@mxslick50 haha go check out my 8 month review video for a good laugh 😂😂

[@hugoscreations]

Hi, Thank you very much for the video, as per the manual it recommends a 680 kpa on model fs08b1s (100 psi) valve and the valve goes on the outlet side, I didn't know anything about this heater until I watch your video, it was great help.

[@mgreg8134]

great job we can't expect people to think of everything. The one thing I did different was to run out all of the hot water in my old tank, after turning off the power and gas to it, to avoid getting scalded when removing my my plug.

[@garylaub]

For a Simple reminder, For right-hand treads, Always when putting on the Teflon tape wrap it in a Clockwise direction, so that it is wrapping in the same direction as the Right Hand Threaded fitting is being turned and threaded on

[@ssr4656]

Not recommended to use Teflon tape on compression fittings.

[@naturalstatepoolandspallc338]

@@ssr4656 or any other fittings that have their own way of sealing....o-ring, compression, etc

[@lanahorton1003]

I noticed that, too. She put it in CCW and then threaded the connection on CW. A common mistake.

[@lanahorton1003]

@@ssr4656 Water connections are not compression fittings. Only the gas fitting is compression.

[@ssr4656]

​@@lanahorton1003 You sure?

[@dctemper]

I like watching informational maintenance videos for RVs. Been dreaming of getting one for a while. Thanks.

[@jerryeastman8407]

I would always turn water on and test entire installation BEFORE putting all outside screws in so if you have any problems you can pull it back out.

[@NaturalBornGriller]

PS I did have a chuckle when you were explaining doing your teflon tape the right way and then proceeded to do it the wrong way ;) Everyone does it, every time.

[@tonyp9609]

Great video. I believe you can use Teflon or Teflon pipe dope on compression fittings but not on flared fittings. And to end the confusion just apply your Teflon tape clockwise. Thanks

[@fallenintocamping]

All of this has been addressed in my 8 month review video! Make sure to check it out if your thinking about getting one 🙂

[@Exod365]

I want one for the outside campground. The tankless hot water heaters are pretty awesome

[@NaturalBornGriller]

Quick tip for butyl tape - if the backing is sticking too bad and you're having a bad time - put it in the freezer for 10 min. cold butyl tape is 100% easier to work with

[@charlieodom9107]

I used to install metal roofs for a living and we kept all our tape in a cooler, because once that stuff gets hot, it becomes impossible to use without getting it everywhere. Keeping it cool is a very good tip.

[@panofish]

Excellent tutorial... consider wago lever nuts over the outdated wire nut for electrical connection. Love them.

[@bobblack3870]

I bought wago, with the same thought that nuts are outdated and can be slower. After buying, I did more research and found I was wrong. Wago limits current flow much more than wire nuts, making the nuts superior. Be careful of when wago is used.

[@panofish]

@@bobblack3870 From the manufacturers site: "WAGO installation connectors always come with the full current load capacity of the maximum connectable conductor size. They never become the current bottleneck in an electrical installation." My RV was also manufactured using Wago Nuts and I personally have them installed in my basement refinish with no issues. I even have high current draw space heaters plugged into the outlets. Where did you find your information?

[@bobblack3870]

@@panofish My info comes from electrician's forums. Most places in an RV may be fine. The professionals say they are good for solid, but not stranded because some strands may not get contact. They also dislike using them where there is more than 15A. Don't know why, but maybe it is related to possible generated heat due to a limited contact area, whereas wire nuts ensure a large contact area.

[@panofish]

@@bobblack3870 Appreciate the kind feedback, but I guess we'll just have to disagree. I have a BSEE degree. Never seen signs of overheating with stranded in a wago. Perhaps with sloppy wiring? Who knows, but I trust the wagos. Personally, I've seen sloppy work with wire nuts also. For clean connections with stranded... I sometimes solder the ends.

[@Mike--K]

@@bobblack3870 Ah, well the forums must be correct. 🙄 Wago connectors are used in almost every 16A 230V residential application in Germany, and possibly the rest of Europe. Wire nuts are expressly forbidden in Germany. Wago connectors can be used on solid or stranded conductors.

[@WakanFarm]

Great video! Thanks for sharing your updates and lessons learned. The lessons learned here and the comments have helped me out 🙂 I look forward to watching your other videos. I am going to install my new Fogatti water heater and your video has been a big help. Thank you!!!

[@naturalstatepoolandspallc338]

if a connection has its own way of sealing.....ex, flare, oring, compression, etc......dont use any teflon tape. yes it will be tight on the thread around the nut itself, but it may not be tight on the inner tube part and could allow it to leak. very good vid!!

[@privatepilot4064]

I want a water heater. I don’t need to heat hot water. Great video, I’m going to do the same thing!

[@fallenintocamping]

Make sure to check out the 8 month review video-I know they’ve updated the model since then but still worth putting in the back of your mind!

[@volvosan]

The pressure relief valve ALWAYS goes on the output side of a water heater - that's where an over-pressure situation could conceivably occur, however rare that is w/ an on-demand water heater.

[@fallenintocamping]

Agreed-I made an update in the description a few weeks ago!

[@Kharizmah]

I originally opted not to install it, I came back to this video because I was thinking about doing it. As soon as I watched this again I was thinking this makes no sense. All your Water will drain into your camper.

[@michaeljones7407]

Pressure relief valve should never be blocked from opening. ie. gas line.

[@hebelson444]

I subscribed to your channel. Nice job and well explained. A suggestion for all your peeps following you: take many pictures of your wiring and label them BEFORE you start cutting them off and forget what they are.

[@JohnSmith-tk3mk]

What an amazing video! Thank you very much for putting this together and sharing!

[@jammer9597]

I believe the term is " water heater" You cannot heat hot water, also even after the tutorial on the direction of the tape, I believe you applied it in the opposite direction on some applications. Great video very educational, I wish my wife was as mechanically inclined as you are, happy camping.

[@jeffo1108]

Glad someone else cringes over "hot water heater". If the water is already hot, you don't need a heater! But I wasn't gonna be that guy. 😁

[@chadbothern7255]

Excellent video!! Keep up the good work! I think you did a great job, don't listen to the arm chair nit pickers.

[@bajaskier]

My grammar teacher always got on me about this, LOL: "Why would you need to heat hot water?" Meaning: It's a water heater, not a "hot water heater." Not being critical, just a grammar faux pas that I am equally guilty of as well.😊 Nice video, thanx!

[@kiralafergie]

I used a few couplers and braided faucet lines! Easy peasy!

[@mikefuqua8727]

Instead of deep throat clamps, you could use double sided tape. It will hold your wood and release pretty easily and not have the clamps in your way.Great vid

[@richardkoch8752]

I'm your newest subscriber! Thoroughly enjoyed watching you doing the switch over. Love projects like this...almost like a jigsaw puzzle how things fit back together with a little adaptation.

[@clyderanger]

LOVE TO SEE A WOMAN WITH MECHANICAL MENTALITY. OBVIOUSLY GOD BLESSED HER!!!🖖🖖🖖🖖🖖🖖

[@carmencolon3520]

I sure enjoyed. Will need to watch a couple of times for sure. Thanks

[@fallenintocamping]

I just added links to the fittings in the description too!

[@carmencolon3520]

@@fallenintocamping Thanks

[@babyalivesandslime9731]

I can’t believe all the negative comments! U did a great job!

[@fallenintocamping]

Y’all make sure to check out the UPDATE in the description! I’ll admit when I’ve made mistakes, and I don’t want y’all to make the same ones that I did. Happy camping!

[@elizabethjames3440]

Good Morning and thank you so much for this video and I appreciated that you did this for the Fogatti unit from Rec Pro. I have spent a bit of time looking into this brand of "hot water heater" LOL just thought I would throw that in there due to comments regarding so many people saying it is not called a "hot water heater." I have been full timing for 25 years and I have always called mine a hot water heater. Important Tips: Fogatti comes standard with a 15 X 15" door. If Replacing Atwood 6 gallon opening requires 15 X 18" door. Option can be selected during Rec Pro Order and costs extra. Make sure to purchase the unit with the correct door size and you will not be in the same situation I am currently dealing with. Enjoy, Elizabeth BTW Fogatti is now making units with the pressure relief valve installed in the front of the units, just not on the Rec Pro units.

[@kentkurt9065]

Its ok to make misstakes you did awsome !

[@shawnminor8015]

Sorry, I was just needling a little, you make awesome videos and you did so much better than I'd do with that router ❤

[@kellygrochow2625]

Have you experienced any drop in hot water pressure inside your RV since installed? I have. Have descaled it and nothing seems to work to get water pressure back.

[@JasonJensenA]

OMG what did you do with the tank? That's the same model I have

[@AmericanViking]

I'm currently installing a Fogatti 8 Pro. Guess I need to make a video about this. That said and someone may have caught this already. The pressure relief valve is actually blocked by the gas line in this installation. And as stated by someone else but a VERY IMPORTANT PART. Don't use any type of thread sealant on a flare fitting. If it leaks you either have to replace the fitting or create a new flare on the pipe. That is the only SAFE way to do it.

[@fallenintocamping]

This has been addressed. Make sure to check out the 8 month review video 🫤

[@PatHaskell]

Gorgeous and handy, what a combo!❤ Thanks for the informative vid, I am doing the same swap in mine.

[@fallenintocamping]

Make sure to check out the 8 month review for a few things I did wrong in this install!

[@kentkurt9065]

If you have problems with the temp differances like most of these on demand rv heaters .if you get a 2.5 gal electric heater under one of your sinks that are close to water heater . As a buffer tank . There are piping diagrams on line to pipe in a buffer . Its cheaper than buying a Truma tankless . Truma tankless water heats you will have even heat at the foset.

[@edwinpino3384]

Great video Awsome work. I’m going to do this on mine. It is exactly the one you replaced thank you

[@fallenintocamping]

Make sure to check the 8 month review just so you have all of the information!

[@cplaylist8238]

Excellent job! Thanks for making this video!

[@ktkamping4975]

Great how to. Thanks so much for sharing this. New friends here. Have a great week. Kent and Tami

[@PeeWeeHenson]

NICE WORK, YOUNG LADY. THE MAN IN YOUR LIFE IS A LUCKY MAN.

[@jacobjones4428]

If you are looking at the threads head on the direction is always clockwise when you wrap your tape . She had it right a few times .. not the first time .

[@LovingIdaho]

I hope it worked good for you . Most people i know that put one in their rv end up going back to regular water heater .

[@fallenintocamping]

Ha…check the 8 month review video 😂😂

[@ssaepa1]

She did her first tape backwards, she also reverses tight and loosen Righty tighty lefty loosey. Then she put the gas tape backwards

[@drewp9112]

almost every time you wrapped the teflon tape the wrong way but i did enjoy the video

[@johndevos9003]

FYI - Always put Teflon tape on clockwise looking at it from the end.

[@fallenintocamping]

I changed it before install, that was just the first camera shot they got of it. Hince why I went on to explain why, cause I threaded it wrong the first time 😂

[@johndevos9003]

@@fallenintocamping Very good video, thanks for sharing. We are on the fence about going to a tankless water heater.

[@johnsoderlund1928]

@@fallenintocamping and you still put the tape on wrong on three of threads plus the gas line that didn't need it.

[@goofyjimr6593]

Yessss...she was putting it on counter clockwise on water inlet. Plus...was tightening things that were already loosen and then finally turned it the correct way. Righty tighty...lefty loosey

[@liberals_suck]

🤣

[@amberforward4511]

I think you forgot to crimp a couple lines… I’m sure you probably did after the video but thought I’d mention just incase you didn’t… great video… by far the easiest to follow … I’m going to attempt the same project… oh and thanks for the comments below as well… I feel like I can do this!

[@fallenintocamping]

You definitely can! Make sure to watch the 8 month review that I did, because I did make some mistakes! (I think the crimp was because this was my first professional video and they just didn’t include me crimping those lines 😂). Also, I think the new fogatti water heaters have built in pressure relief valves, so double check before you buy the PRV!

[@randyragon]

I do tons of winter camping and this water heater specs say it won't turn on if the water is below 43 degrees. I use a heated water line but I'm sure there are plenty of times it is only 33 or 34 degrees coming in on those days the air is 15 or 20 below. So that is something to consider if you are a year round camper.

[@finishedworks]

Great job Heather!

[@Rusty_Raine]

Please don't use wire nuts in vehicles. Over time they vibrate apart and then the connection starts arcing. It is very small at first but over time can cause a fire. Use the crimp style connectors, push connectors, or if you want to be the most correct, solder and shrink-wrap the connections. If you want to know if your panels are aluminium or steel use a magnet. Don't use your router in steel panels. Good video all the steps are easy to understand.

[@fallenintocamping]

Rv manufacturers use wire nuts. Doesn’t mean it’s right, but it’s standard. Also, I’m using my router on aluminum, not steel. The only part of any RV framing that is made of steel is the trailer frame itself. Any framing will be aluminum or wood (or sometimes entirely made of foam).

[@Rusty_Raine]

@@fallenintocamping I did note that you were using it in aluminium, I was commenting for people that watch your video, informing them an easy way to do a check. Many older RV's have steel panels and you never know if someone used a steel panel to do a repair.

[@donalddumas6987]

While you're installing a new water heater, installing a water accumulator at the same time would be a good idea. An accumulator eventually saves battery usage and the pump doesn't have to run in order to get water pressure. Nice at night when everyone else is sleeping. Oh by the way, what you call an adjustable wrench at the beginning is actually called plumber's pliers. I would recommend using a good fitting wrench instead of adjustable.

[@fallenintocamping]

Eh, I’d never use it. We don’t boondock enough to justify that. We use propane to heat our tank, and it’s surprisingly quiet. I don’t think it’s ever woken me up at night and it’s right below my head 😂

[@romerides90]

Yall are ruthless I think she’s cute and the reason yall are watching the video is probably because you’re thinking about doing it yourself. If you already knew how to do it then you shouldn’t be criticizing over her mistakes. You guys are a joke and she is awesome!

[@fallenintocamping]

I did make an 8 month review video addressing the mistakes I made. I’m not perfect and I’ll be the first to admit it 😂

[@robbieeades1956]

Great video. My kind of girl, gorgeous and not scared to tackle a project.

[@milosusa]

I do have the tankless water heater on my TH 5th wheel trailer. Is a great when you do have hook up in trailer park, but not so great for dry camping. Waste water more than water heater with tank.

[@ourgovernmentlies6890]

Your husband should thank god everyday for you!

[@johnnysweekends]

Nice job, only problem is I still want dual heating so I’m not burning through propane so when one comes available that’s when I’ll be shopping. I can heat on and off for free with solar and batteries but it will drain quick if you are not careful 😂 But if you drop to a lower wattage you can keep on longer for keeping water warm then propane for shower. 👍🏼

[@davidmcgee2126]

I don’t think they will make a tankless electric for a towable. Would be too big.

[@matteobridges6480]

No RV can handle the electric load of a electric on-demand water heater

[@thunderroad7289]

Does not use that much propane

[@matteobridges6480]

Great job! Installing mine tomorrow

[@fallenintocamping]

Make sure to check the pinned comments for a few things I did wrong! Good luck! 😂

[@michaeld4502]

I had a buddy who worked for NASA and told me you wrap pipe 3-5 turns to get no leaks….. he also suggested to use pipe dope with the tape

[@gerrysherman2007]

I agree with previous comment about not using Teflon tape on a flare fitting. VERY bad idea. You should add some text in the video so viewers really understand that.

[@josephharrell5724]

My first RV had a tankless water heater and I didn't like it. It didn't work well at all if the water pressure in the campground was low or running off the pump. I use a 1 micron water filter that also slows the water. Tankless heaters will reduce the heat if there is low flow. Maybe the newer ones work better.

[@Skygazer-7]

Nice, confident presentation.👍🏻

[@fallenintocamping]

I made some mistakes, so make sure to check out the 8 month update too!

[@Skygazer-7]

@@fallenintocamping we all make mistakes. I still think you did great. I saw the mistakes but I probably would have more than that. Keep up the videos, the more you do the better you will get🤗

[@colleenellis6577]

You should turn the Teflon tape the same direction as the threaded fitting.

[@codyschwoch5451]

I don’t know if your tankless water heater wires you didn’t use are like mine but mine I found out the ones you sent to cap or for the shore power so you don’t deplete your battery power

[@rogerwade4763]

Tape always wraps the direction of the tightening nut. Tighten right = wrap right.

[@webe1959]

Tankless are great for hot water. Nut there is something that I haven't seen mentioned in the comments and some may not be aware. Tankless consumes a lot of propane. Not sure the trade off is a good one, especially if boondocking and supply of propane is not close.

[@fallenintocamping]

We just went camping for 5 days and didn’t even use 1/8th of a tank using the hot water heater AND the furnace nonstop. I’d say it’s no different than using the propane/electric version of it.

[@fallenintocamping]

@Roads To Nowhere consumes more of what? Water, energy, propane? I’m assuming you mean propane. If that’s the case we’ve used it several trips and haven’t used any more propane than our old heater

[@halbrookins38]

Excellent demonstration, thanks.

[@fallenintocamping]

Make sure to check the description for important updates! Don’t make the same mistakes I did 😂

[@edwuest9047]

The first one you threaded the Teflon table on wrong the second one was correct

[@bobosterday3350]

Great video and I love the color of your hair!

[@henrymiller9055]

You should wrap the Teflon tape the same direction as the piece threads on

[@utdallaz]

Very nice explanation. Thank you!

[@meseahunt]

what a lucky husband to have a gal w/diy smartz!! good video will look into this brand and reviews 🤠

[@KnKs64]

We just down sized on our 5th wheel and the new one has a 6 gallon hot water heater, and the previous one had a 10 gallon. I'm curious how much propane this uses, as we typically leave ours on electric.

[@roypoe1865]

Be sure to use some soapy water to spray on your gas line connectors with your gas on to ensure that there is no gas leaks.

[@fallenintocamping]

Agreed! I think I quickly skipped over this at the end with a ‘make sure you don’t have any leaks’ comment but I definitely should have elaborated on that. Soapy water in a spray bottle is the best way to check!

[@jamesfischer3694]

Wire nuts needed to be wrapped with electrical tape to be up to code . Ideally all electrical hookups are done with Bell caps that are crimped on because it's a moving vehicle not a stationary house.

[@fallenintocamping]

Tell that to RV manufacturers 😂

[@RickyB-tx1yq]

As a union plumber for 27 years I’m just here for the comments, as I grab a bag of popcorn lol. It all started with the Teflon 😂 😬

[@fallenintocamping]

Make sure to check out the 8 month review for this unit if your thinking of installing one.

[@TomParrish-z1g]

I always thought that the pressure relief went on the outlet side to allow for expansion of heated water

[@lifeintnchevalier]

Good job. The teflon tape on the left hand fitting was wrapped in the wrong direction.

[@dh405]

While it might never happen, it appears that the handle on the water pressure relief valve can potentially rub against the gas line. I would suggest at least an inch further turn to ensure it won't.