Where to mount Tankless control panel

[CinBrandon]

I'm switching from tank to Tankless (likely Noritz NRCR111dv). It will be mounted in the attic where current tank is. Anyy recomendations on where to mount the controller. It can o next to unit ut wonder if it's better to install in the living space somewhere? Looking for ideas. I'm thinking a closet in Master bath area. thoughts?

 

[Twowaxhack]

It’s really up to the user. Master closet would be fine.

The control will give you diagnostics so it’s good to locate it where it’s convenient to read the display.

 

[CinBrandon]

does distance from unit matter? not in terms of controller working, but if performing maintenance, have to run back and forth.

 

[Twowaxhack]

does distance from unit matter? not in terms o controller working, but if performing maintenance, have to run back and forth.

Not really a concern. If a plumber ever needs to do extensive troubleshooting He/she/it/them/they could take it off the wall and into the attic and connect it to the unit directly temporarily. It’s a simple hook up.



It’s best if it’s in a convenient location for the user to convey information to the plumber on the phone. The controller can give trouble codes.

I would hate for a customer to have to climb into their attic to get codes. Also I like the controller to be close to a hot faucet I can run water from.

Don’t mount it where kids can play with it.

 

[CinBrandon]

good info. Maybe laundry room would be better since near end for the re-circulation line. Master bath is not on recirculation line. (I would consider myself an advanced DIY.)

 

[Twowaxhack]

Whatever you’d like.