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1. 
   DanH | Apr 01, 2012 03:22pm | #1

   Easy way to test if it needs to be reset after a power failure:  Trip the breaker.

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   semar | Apr 02, 2012 11:40pm | #2

   waterheater noise

   Have the same problem

   Heater installed in a utility room beside MBR

   Thermostat set on 125 F, cycles thru-out the night. But cycles only 2 or 3 times for about 5 min.

   Model AO Smith Effex 40 gal

   Talked with AO Smith trying to cover any angles. No result..

   Other problem is the humming transformer.  They claim it is normal.

   Like Dan said you get used to the noise to the point where you don't register anymore.

   Could probably spend money to soundproof the utility room.   Is it worth?

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   IdahoDon | Apr 03, 2012 11:38pm | #3

   I'd spend my time soundproofing the utility room - perhaps start with an insualtion blanket that can be wrapped around your entire heater.

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   semar | Apr 04, 2012 11:48pm | #4

   noisy hw heater

   If he has the same type a I have (AO Smith) wrapping the tank will not work since the powerfan is attached to the tank and has slits to suck in surrounding air.

   Soundproofing the utility room is a better solution. Just don't make it airtight. The bad side is if there is an opening somewhere in the room (door-undercut) sound will travel; you will not get it 100% but it will improve it

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   IdahoDon | Apr 05, 2012 12:13am | #5

   Air must be allowed to enter the fan, but I don't see anything wrong with wrapping the tank as long as room is left for air to enter to the fan.

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   BossHog | Apr 06, 2012 06:50am | #6

   I don't think a timer would hurt it. It's not like there are sensitive electronics in the thing - It's just a thermostat and fan.

   Why not give it a try and see what happens?  And come back to let us know?