Can I take a shower with just the electric side of my Aqua-Hot on?
Yes, you can take a shower using just the electric side of the Aqua-Hot system, but there are a few caveats:
Aqua-Hot on Electric Only – What to Expect:
- The electric element is designed to **maintain** heat, not **rapidly produce** it.
- You’ll get **warm water**, but the system will heat it **more slowly** compared to diesel.
- If only one person is showering and you're not running multiple hot water demands (e.g., washer or second shower), it should be **sufficient**.
- If outside temperatures are cold, recovery time will be longer, and water temperature may not stay consistent.
Best Practice:
- Use **diesel and electric together** if you want full Aqua-Hot performance—especially for back-to-back showers or higher hot water demand.
- If you're plugged into 50A shore power and conserving diesel, electric-only can get the job done *with some patience*.