I placed a deposit at HomeDec for DC-Heater yesterday. Based on what the sales person mentioned and demonstrated, I'm quite convinced. Main features - low power consumption 350-750watts vs conventional 3000watts, no heating elements hence no risk of electrical shock. A fiend of mine bought the same brand at last year's HomeDec and have no complaints to-date.

Sales person mentioned that it only takes less than 5 min to heat up IF the switch has been switched off earlier. Unlike conventional ways, she advised to keep the switch on 24/7 (cos it's low power consumption) unless you intend to go for holidays. She had a demo on the plate which is used in their water heaters. With just a little voltage from the cell battery, the plate took merely few seconds to heat up.

I am getting the tank heater. If not mistaken, the instant water heater is RM799 with pump

Not much price difference between instant water heater and tank (40L) but the tank has more savings in energy. I'll post the prices tonight as I do not have the brochures with me right now. In terms of mechanism, I think it works on the same concept

mmhh ... well I guess i just have to try it out. Maybe shd just try 1 for starters. Has anyone here tried and able to confirm the electricity charges?

Do u think it works as the same concept as an air-pot, whereby heated water is stored and kept warm and shd the water drop to a certain temperature, it will auto reheat to restore it ?? This company is also selling air-pot where they claim a cup of drinking water is heated within 3 seconds.

Geesh i better be requesting for my deposit to be returned ....

Gee ... thanks for the support guys

Frankly during the sales talk they did not condemn any other brands but merely emphasize that their brand will not get anyone electrocuted as their heating system does not come in contact with water etc etc ....

Anyway let's give it a go ... can always try out, if no new things how can we progress ?

Seriously guys, I was merely answering a question posed by someone earlier. I may not know the mechanics or process (unlike many of u here) but surely the only way to find out is to give the unit a try.

Till now, no one has stepped forward to say they have tried the heater and can confirm it can or cannot do as claimed. Based on feedback of a friend who has used it for a year, he said OK but as with everything in life, only time will tell.

Hi @idoblu, I managed to get the pricing at the recent homedec but my fear is once I post the prices, suddenly for no reason kena bombarded again (when i'm just sharing for the benefit of those interested)

thanks mates .. i know i know ...

Anyways here's the pricing for those interested -

instant water heater (no pump) - RM699
instant water heater (with pump) - 799
kitchen dispenser - 638

40L tank (3 pax) : single tank 783, double tank 1350
60L tank (4 pax) : single 828, double 1485
100L tank (6 pax) : single 945, double 2115

Centralised 100L tank : 3870

btw the sales person said that 2 tanks more efficient cos they work on the principle that heat goes up and is retained at top tank while the bottom tank does another round of heating from the cold water. This means that both tanks are working concurrently, top tank will transfer the heated water down while bottom tank will heat and allow the heat to go up as needed. I hope that makes sense, I'm not much of a science person but think the concept sounds quite logical wor *haha*

Hi all, thanks for all your comments. I know where you are coming from and noted all comments and kind advice. I'll respond tomorrow ya cos a bit hard to type on my tab now. Have a good evening ahead. Cheers!

Hi morning folks, I still undecided and have some options for my 4 bathrooms and kitchen -

Option 1 : Instant water heaters for all 4 bathrooms ie, 4 x RM699 = RM2796 + kitchen dispenser (under sink) RM638 = RM3434

Option 2 : Master bathroom 40L single tank RM780 + 2 bedrooms (shared) 40L double tanks RM1350 + Ground Floor bathroom & kitchen 40L double tanks RM1350 = RM3480

Option 3 : Master bathroom 40L single tank RM780 + 2 bedrooms /Ground Floor bathroom & kitchen 60L double tanks RM1485 = RM2265

Option 4 : Centralised 100L tank RM3870


Options 2-4 are not inclusive of the installation of the hot water pipes. I was told that it could be from RM600-900 per point. While my earlier intention is to have the centralised version, it will very much depend on the piping charges. Hence I am more inclined towards Option 3, besides cheaper, there are only 2 storage tanks for the house and hopefully less to pay for the piping.

What do you think .. pls advise

This post has been edited by *StarGazer*: Oct 23 2013, 09:13 AM

That's the thing - I have yet to confirm if my unit already has the hot pipe in place or not. If it's in place then it could be the centralised storage ... otherwise the piping charges is a lot to pay for (exceed my budget)

Hi Stevie8, thanks for your comments. I understand that we are all sharing and learning from each others experience
I have tried gas storage before a long long time ago - i must say that the heat is consistent and the hot water is really HOT. Sorry for asking this dumb question - is is still like the old days where u can actually see the flames (i must say that sight is quite scary though I enjoy my shower a lot) ... hehehe

Hi weikee, new house. I was told there is a heater point for master and living .. dunno if it means ready with piping or not ? I may need to confirm again later.

Thanks weikee - that's a good piece of info. I learned something new again today

sorry guys ... i am all with this heater saga *LOL* Will check the SPA for that part. Thanks

This post has been edited by *StarGazer*: Oct 23 2013, 01:49 PM

Hi @idoblu, yeah will check and see 1st ... btw solar when the weather is rainy or haze, does it affect the overall temperature of the system ?

DSL intermediate type

Master - no long bath. Showers for all bathrooms. Thanks for the tip @idoblu