The Hilo smart home ecosystem now boasts a new service. Beginning in March 2022, the Hilo smart solution for electric water heaters and a compatible HydroSolution water heater will be available to consumers.
During winter, smart water heaters can be shut off remotely for Hilo customers (Montréal) who have authorized this measure. The large quantity of water in the water heaters will remain hot for several hours, which means comfort will not be sacrificed.
A limited quantity of the beta version of the solution will be offered at a cost of $0 in winter 2022. Customers who have water heaters installed in the coming months will be able to participate in Hilo challenges as of winter 2022-2023 and accumulate rewards.
As is true for all Hilo devices, this is a turnkey option. The new water heater will be installed by a certified installer at no charge and the old water heater—whether rented or owned—will be recycled. The Hilo offer consists of a load controller, a probe and a plumbing kit, which will be provided upon purchase of a 60-gallon, bottom-entry water heater from HydroSolution.
This is the only smart solution for electric water heaters allowing the appliances to be shut off remotely and safely that meets Québec’s public health requirements. Hydro-Québec’s research institute has developed the technology that reduces the risk of legionellosis infection to a minimum.
Hi, The Article about solution to switch off the water heater is new to hear. Waiting for multiple automation option in the electric field.