Swift Hot Water System Maintenance

This week we had a customer question what maintenance is required on a Swift Hot Water System so thought we'd share for those who've recently purchased a Viscount with Swift HWS installed.

Swift advises that "The tank is made from stainless steel which resists corrosion with water above 60°C. This grade of stainless steel has been chosen because other materials can corrode when subjected to these higher temperatures. In Australia bore water can harbor a bacteria that can eat through metals particularly in North Western Australia and across the top of Australia. DO NOT FILL YOUR TANKS DIRECTLY FROM BORE WATER THAT HAS NOT BEEN TREATED OR EXPOSED TO DIRECT SUN LIGHT FOR A NUMBER OF DAYS. The appliance is fitted with an anode to protect against bacterial corrosion. It does not need to be changed like a traditional anode because it is only there if you accidentally fill up with unsafe bore water."

Basically, the maintenance required will depend on the water quality going into your tanks. We recommend checking your anode every 6 months or before a big trip. Also consider flushing your tank at the same time to remove any muck that’s accumulated inside the tank.

Familiarising yourself with your brand of hot water system and the manufacturer’s recommendations could mean the difference between having … or not having hot water whilst on the road.