Are Tankless Water Heaters Powered by Electric and Gas?
Updated 09/08/2025 | Published 06/05/2025
Question:
Are the tankless systems electric and gas or just gas?
asked by: Bruce
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Expert Reply:
Hey Bruce, the tankless systems like the Furrion part # FR98SR are technically electric and gas but in reality all of the heating is done with propane. It would take quite a bit of electricity to heat the water that fast on demand. Does your camper have propane?
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Jameson C.
9/8/2025
Hey Bruce, did you find that the tankless system worked well with your camper's propane setup? I'm asking because your experience could help others who are considering a similar upgrade.