EP3892934A1 - Verbesserte wassererhitzervorrichtung und verfahren zur verwendung - Google Patents

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EP3892934A1
EP3892934A1 EP20169094.8A EP20169094A EP3892934A1 EP 3892934 A1 EP3892934 A1 EP 3892934A1 EP 20169094 A EP20169094 A EP 20169094A EP 3892934 A1 EP3892934 A1 EP 3892934A1
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  • the present invention generally relates to improved water heating devices and methods of use.
  • the present invention is distinguished over the following prior art.
  • Patent CA 2,272,955 discloses a digital control of a larger storage tank trying to increase efficiency. '955 disclosed placement of heating elements on the sides of the storage tank. The present invention does not place heating elements on the sides of a storage tank.
  • Patent 6,170,493 discloses a method for cleaning the tubing in a water heater. The present invention does not disclose a methodology as found in '493.
  • Patent 6,192,192 discloses an instantaneous water heater associated with heating a single external coil with a wire. The present invention does not disclose the invention of '192.
  • Patent 6,391,121 discloses a method for cleaning a heater.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater and methods of heating water.
  • Patent 6,308,009 discloses digital control of multiple elements, the present invention only controls one heating element and is focused on controlling temperature remotely via smart home voice commands and mobile application.
  • the present invitation may also report fact based monetary statistics based on use.
  • Patent 6,744,978 discloses a heating element.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • Patent 6,833,032 discloses a steam cooker control, not a water heater.
  • Patent 7,672,576 discloses a water dispenser with sabbath function.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • Patent 8,165,461 discloses a basic multichambered electric tankless design focusing on heat chambers for tankless water heaters.
  • the present application focuses on single heat exchangers or single heating element controlled remotely via smart home voice commands and mobile application.
  • the present invitation may also report fact based monetary statistics based on use.
  • Patent 8,677,946 discloses a recirculation system.
  • the present invention does not address a recirculation system.
  • Patent 8,934,763 discloses a water delivery system with a faucet device.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • Patent 9,167,630 discloses a small point of use tankless water heater control board.
  • the '630 patent discloses point of use single application. It is also focused on the control board itself and not use or functionality.
  • the present application focuses on single heat exchangers or single heating element controlled remotely via smart home voice commands and mobile application.
  • the present invention reports fact based monetary statistics based on use.
  • Patent 9,234,664 discloses a control add on for recirculation of water with a tank.
  • the present invention in several embodiments, utilizes intelligence for control functions (changing temperatures), not systems integration like the present invention.
  • Patent 9,381,549 discloses a portable descaling machine for heat transfer systems.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • Patent 9,410,708 discloses an apparatus and method for descaling tankless water heaters.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • Patent 9,513,019 discloses a computer driven water recirculation system.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • Patent 9,535,434 discloses a hot water management system.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • Patent 9,702,568 discloses the operation of a full tank water heater.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater in mini, or tankless form.
  • Patent Application 2003/0226794 discloses a steam boiler scale inhibitor.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • Patent Application 2005/0006402 discloses a method for operating a plumbing system.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • Patent Application 2005/0121529 discloses a self-powered electronically controlled mixing valve.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • Patent Application 2011/0036544 discloses a heat exchanger.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • Patent Application 2012/0118246 discloses a sealed water heater flushing system.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • Patent Application 2012/0225395 discloses a method and system for limiting boiler heat input.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • Patent Application 2014/0297048 discloses a digital quota system, which involves adding breakers into plumbing network. '048 is about adding external water controllers/sensor to let a person know when their water heater is out of hot water. The present invention does not function in that manner. The '048 application is for an entire home storage tank water heater whereas the present invention is a point of use tankless or mini water heater.
  • Application WO 1995/0411994 discloses a method and system for limiting water boiler heat input.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • Application WO 2009/060192 discloses liquid heating controls for vessels.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • Application WO 2000/006956 discloses a lime build up maintenance system.
  • Patent EP 2116516 discloses a machine with water heating and anti-scaling, such as a washing machine.
  • the present invention discloses a water heater.
  • the present invention is an improved water heater device, system and method for use.
  • the present invention is a smart home water heater and/or a tankless water heater. In several embodiments of the present invention, the present invention is a voice commanded, and/or controlled water heater or tankless water heater. In some embodiments, the present invention is a tankless water heater with Radio Frequency "rf" wireless remote. In some embodiments, the present invention utilizes smart technology to control a water heater, or tankless water heater.
  • the present invention utilizes an "In Voice" or voice commanded on/off application. In some embodiments, the present invention utilizes a voice command temperature adjustment. In some embodiments, the present invention is smart home compatible. In some embodiments, the present invention can provide a cleaning/descaling/error notification via mobile SMS text, email, in app/text alerts. In some embodiments, the present invention will send notifications to the customers to let them know when it's time to clean their tankless water heater. In some embodiments, this is based on two variables: time and amount of water that flows through the product. In some instances, for individuals that use a lot of water, the water flow sensor will track the amount of water used and then send notifications. For individuals that don't use the water heater a lot, it will be based on time in service.
  • the present invention has an ecco-mode technology setting that allows the water heater to run at half the power usage.
  • the present invention uses a water heater usage timer.
  • a user can utilize a smart application to set the length of time the water heater can run or be used based on the timer. By way of example, if a user wants hot water for up to ten minutes per use, a user can set the timer.
  • the present invention utilizes "Smart Button" technology.
  • one single button flashes in certain ways to indicate an error or when not connected to a network. For instance, if the water heater is giving an E# error code, the on and off button will flash 3 times, then pause, then flash 3 times, then pause, to indicate there is an E3 error. The button will also turn different colors based on errors. The single button can also turn it off and on and turn different colors based on connection to a network.
  • the present invention utilizes programming built into an application to let customers input kWh electricity rates and gas consumption rates they receive from a utility company to give them accurate product energy consumption costs.
  • the programming and product is the only one to let a user input actual rates to get actual product cost while using it.
  • the present invention utilizes a real time dashboard that shows actual input/output water temperature and water flow.
  • the present invention utilizes a water quality selection programming. In several embodiments, this lets customers choose the type of water they have, to help determine when the product should receive maintenance. In several embodiments, selections such as: City Water (municipal), Well Water, and Location will determine products for maintenance.
  • the present invention is a "smart home” water heater. In several embodiments, the present invention is a “smart home” mini storage tank water heater and/or mini water heater. In several embodiments, the present invention is a voice commanded, or controlled water heater or mini water heater. In several embodiments, the present invention utilizes a unique water heater with voice and manual controls. In several embodiments, the present invention is a smart home water heater with smart mobile app. In several embodiments, the present invention is a smart home point of use water heater.
  • the present invention is voice commanded on/off.
  • the present invention can use a manual mode technology - when you use the dial located on the side of the water heater, you can control your water heater's temperature manually. By way of example, once turned on, your water heater is no longer a smart home water heater. This feature can be used in case a network is down and a user needs to adjust the product temperature.
  • the present invention uses voice command temperature adjustments.
  • the present invention is smart home compatible.
  • the present invention utilizes a Cleaning/Descaling/Error notification.
  • the notification comes through a mobile SMS text, email, and/or in app/text alerts.
  • the smart application will send notifications to the customers to let them know when it's time to clean their water heater. In several embodiments of the present invention, this is based on two variables.
  • the time and amount of water that flows through the product are the main variables. By way of example, for some individuals that use a lot of water, the water flow sensor will track the amount of water used and then send notifications. For individuals that don't use the water heater a lot, it will be based on time in service.
  • the present invention utilizes a water quality selection program. This lets customers choose the type of water a user may have to help determine when the product should be maintained. Selections such as: city water (municipal), well water, and/or specific locations.
  • the present invention utilizes a water heater usage timer.
  • a user can utilize the inventive smart application to set the length of time the water heater can run or be used based on the timer. If a user only wants hot water for up to 10 minutes per use, they can set the timer.
  • the present invention is a smart button technology.
  • one single button flashes in certain ways to indicate an error or when not connected to a network. For instance, if the water heater is giving an E# error code, the on and off button will flash 3 times, then pause, then flash 3 times, then pause, to indicate there is an E3 error. The button will also turn different colors based on errors.
  • the present invention is a program built into a proprietary application designed to let customers choose recommended temperature settings: Comfort, Low, High, Commercial. In this embodiment, a customer can select the recommendation, and the water heater temperature automatically adjusts.
  • the present invention uses programming built into the application described herein to let customers input kWh electricity rates they receive from a utility company to give them accurate product energy consumption costs.
  • the present invention uses a real time dashboard that shows actual input/output water temperature and water flow.
  • voice commands can be used for temperature adjustment, scheduling, statistics, notifications, errors, status, timer and modes, monetary statistics, use statistics, on/off, network connectivity, alarms, smart button.
  • Smart home means a product that can connect to a wireless or wired network and exchange data or information with a remote server or cloud service.
  • the remote server or cloud service can then transfer that information to a mobile application or website to display information about the product's status, usage, or other metrics.
  • the application or website can then be accessed by a user to view this information.
  • the user can then edit, change or use this information to control the product.
  • the product can receive information wired or wirelessly from the remote server or cloud service to change settings, modify its operation, or alter how data is collected. This includes wireless voice commands from a user relayed through the remote server or cloud service.
  • Voice Command is defined as issuing audio instruction, transmitting it to the cloud and then connecting to the product to affect a control.
  • “Smart Button” or “Smart Button technology” means that a single button can perform several tasks.
  • this button can be used to turn a product on/off in which it changes color when doing so. It can also blink in certain patterns that mean different things.
  • this button uses blink patterns and different colors to indicate different things. For instance, red color could mean “on”, blue color could mean “off'. One blink in blue every three seconds could indicate a certain error in the product. In several embodiments, two blinks could mean something else, etc.... Using blink and color patterns, this smart button relays different information to the user. When the product is connected to a network, the user can see the button information and or changes the button has made. For instance, if a user turns the product off via button, then the mobile application will be updated to show the product is off.
  • "manual mode” means a product can be controlled manually, not just digitally via mobile app.
  • the user has an option to override all digital control of the product by simply switching it to manual mode. This includes temperature adjustments manually, not through a network.
  • manual mode the product cannot be controlled remotely.
  • “smart home device capable” is defined as a water heater's technology allowing it to connect to other smart devices. When a customer has one of these devices, they can add products as described herein to the device to enable that device to control one or more water heaters as described herein via application or through voice control.
  • real time data is defined as the water heaters being able to transmit data in real time to the cloud, then to a mobile application or website in real time. It can also display statistics and usage in real time. This includes water flow, temperatures, warnings, notifications and controls.
  • service notifications is a program that monitors servicing needs. This programming is tied to sensors that tell the user how much water has been used and when it is time to descale the product. These notifications are necessary to make sure that the user keeps their water heater running at full efficiency. This efficiency monitoring is based on the amount of water used and location. It calculates the optimal time to clean your water heater based on the water quality of a particular location.
  • "advanced statistics” is defined as the water heaters being able to tell a user how much electricity, gas and water they have used and giving them an accurate monetary cost associated with the use of the product.
  • the mobile application described herein allows customers to enter actual utility costs to calculate this. It then displays this information to the end user. This can be displayed by day, month, year or in real time.
  • mini tank insulation or “insulation” is defined as a unique polyurethane mold to insulate the steel holding tank. This is used to insulate the storage tank to keep the internal water hot. What makes this unique is the fact that it is not sprayed into the product. It is a separate piece that is specifically designed to fit around the holding tank of the water heater described herein. It may therefore cut down on messes and allow the mini tanks described herein to actually be serviced unlike other brands. It allows for product control boards (“PCBs”) to be replaced, as well as heating elements and other mechanical parts.
  • PCBs product control boards
  • heating rod is defined as a rod used to guide water to the bottom of the storage tank. This is unique because it forces water right to the heating element where water is being heated. This design allows for quicker heating of water and water separation which extends the time of heated water.
  • the heating element of one embodiment of the present invention is different by location. Some tanks have a heating element that heats in the middle of the tank. In several embodiments of the present invention, the location of the heating element is unique in design because the heating element as described herein is arranged to heat from the bottom of the storage tank. The incoming water rod guides the water straight to the heating element at the bottom, allowing for faster, more efficient heating of incoming water.
  • the tankless water heater or the mini-tank water heater can use either gas or electric heating elements.
  • one embodiment of the present invention works as follows: Water flows into the water heater. Temperature sensors and other sensors take this information and send it to the product control board. The product control board then sends this information through the user's network, to the cloud, then to the mobile app/computer to display it. Sensors detect temperatures, errors, use and power consumption. When the water is being heated, sensors detect electricity usage. They also detect incoming water temperatures. When the mini is connected to a wireless/wired network, this information is sent to the cloud. The cloud then sends this information to a mobile app/computer to display this information. When the user makes any changes via mobile app/computer, this information is then sent back to the product control board to make necessary changes.
  • Fig. 1 illustrates one embodiment of the present invention in a partial side view from the top.
  • water heater 100 is comprised of a rear housing 200, a casing 170 and a front face 150.
  • the rear housing 200, casing 170, and front face 150 are comprised of noncorrosive and industry materials as utilized with a water heater, which can include, but are not limited to, ABS and/or tempered glass. Further shown are foot pads 175, and 176.
  • front face 150 may be constructed of tempered glass.
  • the rear housing 200, casing 170, and front face 150 can mechanically engage to form a containment vessel 102 with a hollow interior.
  • containment vessel 102 is designed to house a water heater tank through inner holding tank 31 (See Fig. 3 ).
  • Fig. 2 illustrates one embodiment of the present invention in a partial side view from the bottom.
  • water heater 100 is comprised of a rear housing 200, a casing 170, a casing bottom 302 and a front face 150.
  • the rear housing 200, casing 170, casing bottom 302, and front face 150 are comprised of noncorrosive and industry materials as utilized with a water heater.
  • front face 150 may be constructed of tempered glass.
  • the rear housing 200, casing 170, casing bottom 302 and front face 150 can mechanically engage to form a containment vessel 102 with a hollow interior.
  • containment vessel 102 is designed to house a water heater tank in inner holding tank 31 (See Fig. 3 ).
  • temperature and relief valve connector 300 can be comprised of rubber covered hardened materials, or other suitable material.
  • temperature and relief valve connector 300 covers the inlet pipe guider 37 ( Fig. 3 ).
  • cold water intake connector 400 is comprised of temperature resistant materials, which can be, but are not limited to, steel.
  • hot water outlet connector 350 is comprised of temperature resistant materials, which can be, but are not limited to, steel.
  • manual control knob 24 and temperature control product control board or "PCB" 23 located on opposite sides of rear housing 200. In several embodiments, manual control knob 24 and temperature control PCB 23 can be adjusted to control water temperature.
  • FIG. 3 illustrates one embodiment of the present invention in exploded view.
  • water heater 100 is comprised of a rear housing 200, a casing 170 and a front face 150.
  • the rear housing 200, casing 170, and front face 150 are comprised of noncorrosive and industry materials as utilized with a water heater.
  • foot pads 175 and 176 are further illustrated.
  • Wi-Fi Control Board 7 is an assembly of electronic components to provide control over the water heater connection to wireless networks that interface with the smart home technology. It is also used for connecting to external third party applications.
  • On and Off Control Board 172 and Front Product Control Board 6 are controls for the smart button, which is used to turn the product on and off and indicates product errors through blinking patterns and color patterns.
  • the present invention has an inner holding tank 31.
  • inner holding tank 31 is sometimes comprised of steel.
  • inner holding tank 31 can be ensconced inside insulator 131.
  • insulator 131 is comprised of polyurethane.
  • the inside insulator 131 is a preformed shell that is premolded. This allows for an increase in ability to service the product.
  • cold water intake connector 400 and hot water outlet connector 350 are in fluid communication with inner holding tank 31.
  • inlet pipe guider 37 is in sealing communication with temperature relief valve connector 300 or rubber ring 38 and temperature and relief valve connector 300 to cover the inlet pipe guider 37. Further shown is inlet pipe 140, which is in mechanical and fluid communication with the inner holding tank 31. In several embodiments, inlet pipe 140 guides water into the inner holding tank 31. This provides proper mixture of cold and hot water to maximize hot water output efficiency.
  • the inner holding tank 31 attaches to solid base 16.
  • flange cover 10 is connected to magnesium anode rod 15, which is in communication with inner holding tank 31.
  • rod 15 is an advanced material that helps with reducing scale and lime build-up, extending the life expectancy.
  • bracket 40 ensconces the reset button 39, and in several embodiments is built in extra safety to prevent from overheating.
  • FIG. 4 illustrates one embodiment of the present invention in a bottom view.
  • water heater 100 is comprised of a rear housing 200, a casing 170 and a front face 150.
  • the rear housing 200, casing 170, and front face 150 are comprised of noncorrosive and industry materials as utilized with a water heater. Further shown are foot pads 175 and 176.
  • front face 150 may be constructed of tempered glass.
  • the rear housing 200, casing 170, and front face 150 can mechanically engage to form a containment vessel 102 with a hollow interior.
  • containment vessel 102 is designed to house a water heater tank in inner holding tank 31 (See Figs. 2 and 3 ).
  • FIG. 5 illustrates one embodiment of the present invention in a front cross-sectional view.
  • a temperature limiter and reset button 39 there is a temperature limiter and reset button 39.
  • flange cover 10 connected to magnesium anode rod 15, which is in communication with inner holding tank 31.
  • inner holding tank 31 can be ensconced by insulated foaming or insulator 131.
  • insulated foaming or insulator 131 is comprised of a polyurethane.
  • cold water intake connector 400 and hot water outlet connector 350 are in fluid communication with inner holding tank 31.
  • inlet pipe 140 which is in mechanical and fluid communication with inner holding tank 31, and it guides cold water to the bottom of the product to help with cold and hot water separation, which helps with efficiency with heating water.
  • the present invention utilizes a mobile app, or electronic application 1001 (see Fig. 6 ) that allows a user to control functions such as on/off and temperature adjustments.
  • the mobile app, or electronic application 1001 is compatible with current technology smart devices, allowing a user voice command capability.
  • the water heater 100 can be used in most boats, campers, tiny homes, RV's, homes, under the sink, offices, cottages, kitchens, utility rooms, apartments, and food trucks.
  • the present invention is designed to supply hot water for all handwash and kitchen sinks in residential environments.
  • the present invention can replace traditional central hot water heaters, thereby conserving water and reducing energy waste.
  • the present inventive heaters 100 and 1000 are lightweight, compact, and manufactured for easy installation.
  • the present inventive heaters 100 and 1000 can be mounted on the wall with included hardware, or they can be placed freestanding.
  • the inventive heaters 100 and 1000 can be designed to operate at 150-psi maximum water pressure.
  • the inventive heaters 100 and 1000 come with an electronic application 1001 for your mobile device that can be downloaded from a standard application store.
  • the water heater 100 comes in 2.5-gallon and 4-gallon model sizes.
  • Several embodiments of the present invention utilize a pressure vessel (water tank) that is welded, glass-lined and is equipped with an anode rod.
  • a user before connecting the power, a user can fill the inner holding tank 31 and system with water and check for leaks, to be sure that all remaining air is out of the water heater 100.
  • a user can download an electronic application 1001 to start calibrating and using the heated water.
  • electronic application 1001 once electronic application 1001 is installed, a login is created, and the application is connected to the water heater.
  • a user can follow the directions on screen and make sure the temperature knob, located on the back-right side of the water heater, is set to Wi-Fi mode to complete the process.
  • a user once a user connects electronic application 1001 to the present invention, a user will be able to remotely control the temperature and on/off status of the water heater 100.
  • there is an energy statistics screen that will allow a user to track usage and help manage a water heater's energy consumption.
  • the present invention works with electronic application 1001 and voice control in several known voice command packages.
  • the invention as disclosed in Figs. 1-5 operates in the following manner: in several embodiments of the present invention, sensors detect temperatures and electricity used; data is then sent to the cloud, and formulas are used to display details to the end user such as consumption, usage, efficiency, errors and any other applicable information.
  • the present invention Smart Home application displays all the information to the end user at any given moment. Voice commands can be used through several known interfaces to control this product. All communications are sent through a Wi-Fi chip to the cloud to enable this, in various embodiments. Alternative communication methods may be used in other embodiments. Water will flow up through cold water intake connector 400 and then into inner holding tank 31, where it is heated by anode rod 15, and then can egress out of inner holding tank 31 through hot water outlet connector 350. In several embodiments, hot water outlet connector 350 connects to hot water plumbing.
  • the water heater as illustrated in Figs. 1-5 , features unique technologies, features and functions. It comes with a wireless remote control to adjust water temperature, ecco mode to limit power output (Gas and top end power) and to turn off/on.
  • the remote uses RF 433 MHz transfer frequency so that you can adjust settings from a distance away. This allows users to be in a different room and turn the water temp up, down, on/off or make additional modifications.
  • this water heater has other unique features and technology.
  • the water heater utilizes a PCB with Wi-Fi built into it.
  • the Wi-Fi enables end-users to connect the water heater to your home network to use advanced features such as voice commands. If a customer has a commercially available command device, they can use those devices to send commands to their water heater by simply speaking.
  • the water heater is 100% compatible to the commercially available command devices, which makes it "smart".
  • the invention has proprietary programing built into the PCB and the mobile application to do other things.
  • the application can control water temp, set usage timers, schedule usage times, display water input flow based on liters/gallons, incoming/outgoing water temperatures, Ecco Mode on/off to limit output power and Statistics. In several applications, all of these functions are in real time.
  • the application can send notifications for cleaning, product errors and messages.
  • the statistics section of the application tells you how much water, gas and electricity are used daily, monthly and yearly.
  • the application can also tell the cost of all this usage. Cost statistics can be based on a pre-determined set price or national average. An end user can input actual cost per Liter, Kilowatt, Gas, MC Cubic meter, SMC Standard Cubic meter, or any other variable that determines actual cost a customer is charged by a utility company.
  • the present invention is the first advanced water heater that is 88K BTU's with a rating of 3 Gallons per minute (12 Liters).
  • water comes into the incoming water inlet, passes through various sensors that send readings to both the Main PCB and Wi-Fi PCB, which then send that information through a home network. It then goes to the cloud and is translated into usable information in the mobile application described herein.
  • the water heater also has voice command capability via a voice command device making it a smart product.
  • the present invention is also one of the first to send notifications to customers to clean the water heater to make sure it is running at 100% efficiency. This is measured based on how much water has moved through the product.
  • the invention only measures water consumption and electricity. It can then put a cost to these uses.
  • the present invention can come in scalable sizes.
  • the present invention has a manual mode technology built in. This means that a user can adjust the water heater on a mobile application and adjust the water heater temperature on the backside of the product. If there is no internet, the user can switch to manual mode.
  • the present invention works as follows: Water flows into the water heater. Flow sensors, temperature sensors, and other sensors take this information and send it to the product control board. Sensors send information such as electricity usage, water flow, water temperature, gas usage, and water usage to the PCB. The PCB then sends this information through the user's network, to the cloud, then to the mobile app/computer to display it. As the water heater is being used, multiple sensors are relaying this information in real time to the user. When the user makes adjustments via app/computer, this information is then sent back to the product, and the PCB makes necessary changes.
  • FIG. 6 illustrates one embodiment of the present invention in a partial side view from the front and bottom.
  • tankless water heater 1000 is constructed with backing case 1150 and front casing or cover 1100.
  • backing case 1150 and front casing or cover 1100 are comprised of noncorrosive and industry materials as utilized with a water heater.
  • back casing 1150 can be comprised of steel, rubber, copper or plastic.
  • tankless water heater 1000 is constructed with bottom case 1120.
  • bottom case 1120 is comprised of noncorrosive and industry materials as utilized with a water heater.
  • the hot water outlet 1128 and the water inlet pipe 1124 are attached and in fluid communication with bottom case 1120. Further illustrated is gas inlet connector 1126. In several embodiments, gas inlet connector 1126 is preferably constructed to utilize natural gas or liquid propane. As illustrated, in some embodiments, there is electrical supply coil 1105 and a mounting bracket 1122. In some embodiments, mounting bracket 1122 is comprised of metal and is attached to backing case 1150.
  • FIG. 7 illustrates one embodiment of the present invention in a partial side view from the back and top.
  • tankless water heater 1000 is constructed with backing case 1150 and front casing or cover 1100.
  • backing case 1150 and front casing or cover 1100 are comprised of noncorrosive and industry materials as utilized with a water heater, in some embodiments, that can be steel.
  • the present invention has an air intake vent 1114 and a top cover 1118.
  • air intake vent 1114 and top cover 1118 are comprised of noncorrosive and industry materials as utilized with a water heater.
  • exhaust 1116 passes through top cover 1118 and in the interior of the tankless water heater 1000. Further illustrated, in some embodiments, is top mounting bracket 1123, attached to backing case 1150.
  • the air intake vents are uniquely placed to allow air to come in and operate the product.
  • the water inlet pipe 1124 is attached and in fluid communication with bottom case 1120 (See Fig. 6 ). Further illustrated is gas inlet connector 1126.
  • gas inlet connector 1126 is preferably constructed to allow a user to connect his gas line to power the product.
  • there is an electric supply coil 1105 which is attached to a breaker or regulator 1110 and power plug 1112.
  • the water heater has a smart button on the front which turns the product on or off or displays error codes.
  • the mobile application and wireless remote control controls the product.
  • the wireless remote control uses 433 MHz transfer frequency to control the product. It is limited to functions such as on/off, temperature adjustment, and eccomode. Eccomode is used to limit output to 75%. All other controls, including statistics, errors, notifications, scheduling, and timer are limited to mobile app.
  • FIGS. 7 and 8 illustrate one embodiment of the present invention in an exploded view.
  • tankless water heater 1000 is constructed with backing case 1150 and front casing or cover 1100.
  • backing case 1150 and front casing or cover 1100 are comprised of noncorrosive and industry materials as utilized with a water heater.
  • tankless water heater 1000 is constructed with bottom case 1120.
  • burner 1350 and PCB Box 1160 which are preferably designed to protect the control board, which receives and transmits data that a user can utilize to regulate the functional aspects of the present invention.
  • burner chamber box 1330 which is designed in the manner as used in the state of the art.
  • gas proportional valve 1355 and gas inlet connector 1126 are further illustrated.
  • gas proportional valve 1355 is where gas is distributed based on demand, so the product can heat water.
  • motors utilized can be DC motors.
  • gas proportional valve 1355 distributes gas into the heat exchanger to heat the water.
  • top frame 1320 and mid frame 1325 which may be comprised of copper, as well as heat exchanger 1265, which also can be comprised of copper.
  • fan assembly bracket 1335 which is designed in the manner as used in the state of the art.
  • the heat exchanger 1265 is designed to intake fluid into the system for the purpose of heating the liquid.
  • top frame 1320 and mid-frame 1325 which are preferably designed to hold various heating and control units for the present invention which are part of the heat exchanger.
  • display assembly 1200 is preferably designed to display information in an electronic format.
  • burner cover plate 1180 is preferably designed to operate as a burner cover plate as is known in the art.
  • DC fan assembly 1190 is of the type utilized in the industry for tankless water heaters.
  • heat exchanger 1265 is for heating the water. Further illustrated is heat exchanger 1310 and heater exchanger assembly 1260. In several embodiments, heater exchanger assembly 1260 operates to heat a fluid as is known in the art.
  • heater exchanger assembly 1260 is capped with smoke hood 1170.
  • top cover 1118 is comprised of materials as used in the art.
  • front casing or cover 1100 is further attached with front casing and front panel 1305.
  • front casing and front panel 1305 are comprised of noncorrosive and industry materials as utilized with a water heater.
  • behind display assembly 1200 is where the wireless control and product on/off control is located.
  • PCB Box 1160 holds the product control board, which controls the actual product.
  • FIG. 9 illustrates one embodiment of the present invention in a front cross-sectional view.
  • exhaust 1116 passes through top cover 1118 and in the interior of the tankless water heater 1000.
  • top mounting bracket 1123 attached to backing case 1150.
  • ambient air is taken into the present invention.
  • the water inlet pipe 1124 is attached and in fluid communication with bottom case 1120.
  • gas inlet connector 1126 is preferably constructed to connect a gas line.
  • control box 1162 can retrieve and send data inputs to various components via wires such as sensor wire 4210 and control wires 4225 a-c.
  • control box 1162 can receive and send data through smart technology which includes, but is not limited to controlling data, maintenance data, and unit functionality data.
  • the hot water outlet 1128 and the water inlet pipe 1124 are attached and in fluid communication with bottom case 1120. Further illustrated is gas inlet connector 1126. In several embodiments, gas inlet connector 1126 is preferably constructed to connect a gas line. As illustrated, in some embodiments, there is electrical supply coil 1105 and a mounting bracket 1122. In some embodiments mounting bracket 1122 is comprised of metal and is attached to backing case 1150. In several embodiments, mounting bracket 1122 secures the product control board into place.
  • PCB Box 1160 which is preferably designed to have a product control board cover to protect the product control board.
  • display assembly 1200 and burner cover plate 1180 are also found in several embodiments of the present invention.
  • display assembly 1200 is preferably designed to hold the Wi-Fi control board and the on/off button in place.
  • burner cover plate 1180 is preferably designed to cover the burner in a manner known in the art.
  • DC fan assembly 1190 is of the type utilized in the industry for tankless water heaters.
  • water inlet sensor 1210 Further illustrated, in some embodiments, is top mounting bracket 1123 attached to backing case 1150.
  • FIG. 10 illustrates one embodiment of the water inlet sensor in assembled view.
  • the water inlet sensor 1210 As illustrated is one embodiment of water inlet pipe, or incoming water connector 1124. Further illustrated is water inlet connector 2124.
  • the water inlet connector 2124 has a pressure relief plug. If water pressure builds up, this relief plug releases water so the product does not break.
  • connecting to water inlet sensor 1210 is temperature sensor connector bracket 2217 attached to thermostat/temperature sensor wire 2218, to monitor inlet water temperature, and secured to water inlet sensor 1210 by bolt, or screw 2219 in a manner typical of piping for water lines.
  • FIG. 10 is one embodiment of the L turn pipe connection and L turn connection 2230.
  • Fig. 10 is upper connection pipe or water flow sensor body 2210 connected by bolt or screw 2213 to water flow sensor 2220, attached to sensor card or water flow sensor PCB connector 2215.
  • sensor card water flow sensor PCB connector 2215 can relay information to the PCB Box 1160 (See Fig. 9 ) for electronic control and monitoring of water events.
  • PCB connector 2215 is used to send information to the Wi-Fi control board, which sends this information to the mobile application.
  • the water valve connecting bracket 2230 is one embodiment of the water valve connecting bracket 2230.
  • FIG. 11 illustrates one embodiment of the water inlet sensor in exploded view. Illustrated is upper connection pipe water flow sensor body 2210 connected by bolt or screw 2213 to water flow sensor 2220 attached to sensor card water flow sensor PCB connector 2215.
  • water flow sensor 2220 senses the flow of the water coming into the water heater.
  • sensor card or water flow sensor PCB connector 2215 can relay information to the PCB Box 1160 (See, Fig. 9 ) for electronic control and monitoring of water events.
  • water flow sensor 2220 relays water flow rates to the product control board. The PCB relays it to the Wi-Fi, the Wi-Fi sends it to the cloud, the cloud sends it to the application.
  • FIG. 10 illustrates one embodiment of the water inlet sensor in assembled view. As illustrated is one embodiment of the water inlet sensor 1210. As illustrated is one embodiment of water inlet pipe 1124. Further illustrated is water inlet connector 2124. In several embodiments, connected to water inlet sensor 1210 is temperature sensor connector bracket 2217 attached to thermostat/temperature sensor wire 2218 and secured to water inlet sensor 1210 by bolt or screw 2219 in a manner typical of piping for water lines. Illustrated is one embodiment of upper water flow sensor 2225. Further illustrated in Fig. 11 , is one embodiment of the water valve connecting bracket 2230.
  • FIG. 12 illustrates one embodiment of the gas proportional valve in assembled view.
  • gas proportional valve is assembled with three main parts.
  • Lower portion in some embodiments, is comprised of a gas proportional valve chamber 3325.
  • Middle portion is comprised of a gas proportional valve chamber 3320.
  • Upper portion is comprised of a lower burner assembly 3315.
  • FIG. 13 illustrates one embodiment of the gas proportional valve in exploded view. As illustrated, the gas proportional valve is assembled with three main parts. Lower portion, in some embodiments, is comprised of a gas proportional valve lower assembly 3325. Middle portion is comprised of a gas proportional valve chamber 3320. Upper portion is comprised of a lower burner assembly 3315.
  • FIG. 14 illustrates one embodiment of the electrical wiring diagram for one embodiment of the present invention.
  • the electrical wiring diagram 500 is one embodiment of the electrical wiring diagram 500.
  • the antifreeze device 530 as utilized in some embodiments of the present invention.
  • power plug 535 can function as a standard power plug as is known in the art.
  • fan blower electronic array 525 is illustrated.
  • fan blower electronic array 525 can relay and control the fan blower based on signals received and sent.
  • valve electronic array 521 is illustrated.
  • valve electronic array 521 can relay and control the individual or groups of valves on the invention based on signals received and sent. Further illustrated, is outlet and pressure electronic array 516. In several embodiments, outlet and pressure electronic array 516 can relay and control the outlet and pressure electronics based on signals received and sent. Further illustrated, is display electronic array 512. In several embodiments, display electronic array 512 can display information electronically as is known in the art.
  • outlet 520 on circuit board 505 which can mechanically and electrically engage valve electronic array 521. Further shown is outlet 515 on circuit board 505 which can mechanically and electrically engage outlet and pressure electronic array 516. Further shown is outlet 510 on circuit board 505 which can mechanically and electrically engage display electronic array 512.
  • FIG. 3 and FIG. 6 also illustrate the electronic application 1001.
  • the electronic application 1001 can be a "smart" technology that interacts and interfaces with the Wi-Fi Control Board 7, On and Off Control Board 172, and Front Control Product Control Board 6 through electronic signals, therein allowing for the regulation of controls of the water heater 100.
  • the electronic application 1001 uses RFID technology to transmit and receive signals from the Wi-Fi Control Board 7, On and Off Control Board 172, and/or Front Control Product Control Board 6.
  • said temperature limiter and reset button 39 is controlled remotely using an electronic application 1001.
  • said water heater 100 is electric powered.
  • said PCB Box 1160 is controlled remotely using an electronic application 1001.
  • said water inlet sensor 1210 is controlled remotely using an electronic application 1001.
  • the electronic application 1001 can be a "smart" technology that interacts and interfaces with the Wi-Fi Control Board 7, On and Off Control Board 172, and/or Front Control Product Control Board 6 through electronic signals, therein allowing for the regulation of controls of the water heater 100.
  • the electronic application 1001 uses rate of frequency technology to transmit and receive signals from the Wi-Fi Control Board 7, On and Off Control Board 172, and/or Front Control Product Control Board 6.
  • the present invention utilizes a phone which uses Wi-Fi to connect to the product via home network.
  • a 433 megahertz transfer frequency is what the wireless remote control uses.
  • the water heater as illustrated in Figs. 6-14 , features unique technologies, features and functions. It comes with a wireless remote control to adjust water temperature, ecco mode to limit power output (Gas and top end power) and to turn off/on.
  • the remote uses RF 433Mhz transfer frequency so that you can adjust settings from a distance away. This allows users to be in a different room and turn the water temp up, down, on/off
  • this water heater has other unique features and technology.
  • the water heater utilizes a PCB with Wi-Fi built into it.
  • the Wi-Fi enables end-users to connect the water heater to your home network to use advanced features such as Voice commands. If a customer has a commercially available command device, they can use those devices to send commands to their water heater by simply speaking.
  • the water heater is 100% compatible to the commercially available command devices, which makes it "smart".
  • the invention has proprietary programing built into the PCB and the mobile application to do other things.
  • the application can control water temp, set usage timers, schedule usage times, display water input flow based on liters/gallons, incoming/outgoing water temperatures, Ecco Mode on/off to limit output power and Statistics. In several applications, all of these functions are in real time.
  • the application can send notifications for cleaning, product errors and messages.
  • the statistics section of the application tells you how much water, gas and electricity are used daily, monthly and yearly.
  • the application can also tell the cost of all this usage. Cost statistics can be based on a pre-determined set price or national average.
  • An end user can input actual cost per Liter, Kilowatt, Gas, MC Cubic meter, SMC Standard Cubic meter or any other variable that determines actual cost a customer is charged by a utility company.
  • the present invention is the first advanced water heater that is 88K BTU's with a rating of 3 Gallons per minute (12 Liters).
  • water comes into the incoming water inlet, passes through various sensors that send readings to both the Main PCB and Wi-Fi PCB, which then sends that information through a home network. It then goes to the cloud and is translated into usable information in the mobile application described herein.
  • the water heater also has voice command capability via a voice command device making it a smart product.
  • the present invention is also one of the first to send notifications to customers to clean the water heater to make sure it is running at 100% efficiency. This is measured based on how much water has moved through the product.
  • the electronic application 1001 is a voice command module.
  • the electronic application 1001 is a RF wireless remote. In some embodiments, the electronic application 1001 utilizes a smart technology to control a water heater or tankless water heater. In some embodiments, the electronic application 1001 utilizes an "In Voice" commanded on/off application. In some embodiments, the electronic application 1001 utilizes a voice command temperature adjustment. In some embodiments, the electronic application 1001 can provide a cleaning/descaling/error notification via mobile SMS text, email, in app/text alerts. In some embodiments, the electronic application 1001 will send notifications to the customers to let them know when it's time to clean their tankless water heater. In some embodiments, electronic application 1001 is an ecco-mode technology setting that allows the water heater to run at half the power usage.
  • electronic application 1001 utilizes "Smart Button” technology. In some embodiments, electronic application 1001 has one single button that flashes in certain ways to indicate an error, or when not connected to a network.
  • the electronic application 1001 utilizes a programming built into an application to let customers input kWh electricity rates and Gas consumption rates they receive from a utility company to give them accurate product energy consumption costs.
  • electronic application 1001 utilizes a real time dashboard that shows actual input/output water temperature and water flow.
  • the operation of water heater 1000 requires a minimum water flow rate of 0.6 GPM to activate and 0.8 GPM to maintain activation.
  • the Required Water Flow Rate Min. Operating Water Pressure (0.8 GPM) + Pipe Pressure Loss + Faucet and shower Pressure Loss + Safety Margin (more than 5 psi).
  • the pressure rating of the relief valve must not exceed 150 psi, the maximum working pressure of the water heater 1000 as marked on the rating plate.
  • the BTUH rating of the relief valve must equal or exceed the BTUH input of the water heater as marked on its rating plate (a British Thermal Unit being the quantity of heat needed to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit).
  • no valve of any type should be installed between the relief valve and the water heater 1000.
  • discharge from the relief valve should be piped to a suitable drain to eliminate potential water damage. Piping used should be of a type approved for the distribution of hot water.
  • the discharge line must be no smaller than the outlet of the valve and must pitch downward to allow complete drainage (by gravity) of the relief valve and discharge line.
  • the end of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed and should be protected from freezing.
  • no valve of any type, restriction or reducer coupling should be installed in discharge line.
  • the electric power supply requirement for this water heater 1000 is 120 VAC/60Hz, 2 Amps. In several embodiments, there is a three (3) pin power supply cord.
  • insulation blankets available to the general public for external use on gas water heaters, are not necessary.
  • the purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with storage tank heaters.
  • the present inventive water heater 1000 does not store water, making an insulation blanket unnecessary.
  • a user should use pressure resistant pipe to connect the inlet and outlet water pipes of the water heater 1000 and the local water pump before connecting the inlet water pump, then flush the inside of the pipe.
  • mounting of water heater 1000 can follow these steps: In case of dry wall or concrete wall, use dry wall anchors or lag bolts. In several embodiments, the water heater requires 120VAC/ 60Hz.
  • the present invention is an improved water heater 100 comprising; a rear housing 200 and a casing 170 with an interior; a Wi-Fi control board 7 located in the interior of said casing 170; an On and Off control board 172 located in the interior of said casing 170; a front control product control board 6 located in the interior of said casing 170; an inner holding tank 31 with a hot water outlet 350 and a cold water intake connector 400 located in the interior of said casing 170; an inlet pipe guider 37; a temperature relief valve connector 300; a flange cover 10 connected to an anode rod 15; said anode rod 15 is in communication with said inner holding tank 31; a temperature limiter and reset button 39 ensconced in a temperature limiter bracket 39.
  • said Wi-Fi control board 7 is controlled remotely using an electronic application 1001. In several embodiments, said On and Off Control Board 172 and Front Control Product Control Board 6 is controlled remotely using an electronic application 1001. In several embodiments, said anode rod 15 is magnesium. In several embodiments, said temperature limiter and reset button 39 is controlled remotely using an electronic application 1001. In several embodiments, said water heater 100 is electric powered. In several embodiments, the Wi-Fi control board 7 located in the interior of said casing can transmit data on kilowatt usage from said water heater 100. In several embodiments, the anode rod 15 is located at the bottom of said inner holding tank 31.
  • the present invention is an improved tankless water heater 1000 comprising; a backing case 1150 ; a front casing 1100; a top cover 1118 with an air intake vent 1114; a bottom case 1120; an electric supply coil 1105 attached to a regulator or breaker 1110 and a power plug 1112; a burner 1350 in a burner chamber box 1330 with a burner cover plate 1180; a PCB Box 1160; a gas proportional valve 1355; a gas inlet connector 1126; a motor case 1337; a water inlet sensor 1210; a heat exchanger 1265 to intake fluid into the system for the purpose of heating the liquid; a fan assembly bracket 1335; and a display assembly 1200.
  • said PCB Box 1160 is controlled remotely using an electronic application 1001.
  • said water inlet sensor 1210 is controlled remotely using an electronic application 1001.
  • said water inlet sensor 1210 is further comprised of; a water flow sensor 2220; thermostat/temperature sensor wire 2218; and water flow sensor PCB connector 2215.
  • said gas proportional valve 1355 is further comprised of: lower burner assembly 3315; gas proportional valve chamber 3320; and gas proportional valve lower assembly 3325.
  • said PCB Box 1160 is further comprised of; a fan blower electronic array 525; a valve electronic array 525; a fan electronic array 521; an outlet and pressure electronic array 516; and a display electronic array 512.
  • said improved tankless water heater 1000 is gas powered.
  • the PCB 6 located in the interior of said casing can transmit data on kilowatt usage from said water heater 1000.

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