GASLAND BE158 Propane Hot Water Heater | CSA Certified | 6L 1.58 GPM

I recently bought a hot tub. I wanted an outdoor shower to rinse off before and after. I thought about a passive solar hot water delivery system. Not enough hot water. I thought about trenching and connecting my hot water supply from my basement. Too much work. Then I stumbled upon the propane instant hot water heater world. I purchased this one. It is totally great. Hot water is super scalding if you set the temp high. I don't recommend that. I did not use the cheap supplied shower head though if I were camping, I supposed it might be useful. I built an outdoor shower and I run both hot and cold to the mixer. The heater kicks in the moment it senses water flow. I can hear the pilot light go on instantly. Hot water takes 10-15 seconds to feel. I don't have a sense of how much propane it will use but I estimate it will be around 600 minutes. We'll see. The gas line comes already connected to the device so I did not have to do anything with that. The other connectors are well made. I wish it came with the stainless steel vent cap. I bought one. I also think the battery compartment is flimsy. I noticed after I bought it that they don't recommend leaving it exposed to the elements. I had it attaches to the wooden back of my outdoor shower. But I got worried about a fire, so I put some blocking on the back of the shower wall and then cut some corrugated steel roofing and attached it to the blocks with the steel roofing making direct contact with it. Then I build a little rain protecting roof a couple of feet over it. It should be fine. It's been 2 weeks. I hope it lasts! So far, so great!

Background: I purchased this item as a backup in case the power is out or gas is shut off. I also thought it'd be helpful for camping, home renovations, washing vehicles, and pets, etc. Setup: Gasland is a good vendor and gives you everything you need. All items are included except for the two D batteries. The unit has many mounting holes available and they include some drywall and masonry anchors too. Similar to other people on here I installed mine onto a hand truck so I'd be able to move it around easily. First I connected the propane hose, carefully using two wrenches as instructed to avoid rotating the pre-attached brass gas line adapter. Then I inserted the rubber washer into the garden hose adapter and tightened and attached my garden hose. They included two adapters so you can use either side of the garden hose (male or female). I didn't have any issues with leaks and found the threads/fittings to seal up okay without needing any Teflon tape (included also!). I was careful to support the connections while I tightened them. Operation: It turns on automatically once the water is flowing so you can set it to the desired temperature and not worry about having to shut it off. There's a left dial for the gas volume, a middle dial for the number of burners (summer/winter), and a right dial for the water flow. The display shows the current temperature in Celcius. I found the best results with the summer mode, water at the lowest setting and gas adjusted until the temp became 40-45C. It has the capacity to go significantly hotter, it is barely turned up to 1/3 on the gas right now. Conclusion: It works really well, to say the least. The temperature is very stable and it does not consume much propane while it is running. Once set, it doesn't need additional adjustments. I am impressed, especially for the price. The showerhead itself is also good, creating a nice misty stream, and the built-in valve is convenient to control the water. I had an issue with the provided chrome shower hose leaking, but Gasland was able to take care of it quickly. If you plan on using the provided shower hose, keep in mind it may need to be replaced eventually. I ended up replacing the hose with standard 3/8 OD polyethylene and some of the parts off of the old hose. One thing I didn't know is that the top does not fit a standard 4" flue pipe, so effective exhaust gas removal is not easy. Make sure it runs outside and avoid standing close to the gases. Otherwise, this is a great product for the price!

Though we are keeping it for emergency use only, I set it up to test it. I wanted to see how well it worked, so if we needed it, I knew it functioned. We have on demand propane water heater for the house we built ten years ago, and I always worry that it will break and it might take weeks to get a plumber to replace it at a reasonable price. I found this unit and spent the smaller amount of money so we'd have hot showers until the unit gets replaced. Almost everything in the house, we use cold water. We live in Hawaii and have an outdoor shower, so it is easy for us to hang it and use it. We also have the option of adding hose to the shower head and threading it through a window to use our inside shower. I am also thinking about splicing into the water line to our indoor shower with a valve so we can use it that way. My wife is a bit of a prepper, so she likes having options. the unit works well. Hook up a propane source, a water source, and put a couple of batteries in the unit. Turn on the tap and a few seconds later you have a hot shower. There were no leaks, externally or internally. All of the adapters you might need for connections are in the box. I would not call it very portable, because it is a bit bulky and you have to carry all of the hoses and the propane tank. For our emergency plan, this will work very well.

I went through two GASLAND Model BE158. The original one wasn’t able to heat the water from my well and a replacement heater experiencing the same issue - - the water would only heat to 90 degrees. I tried three different regulators, used new full LP tanks, and tried reducing the water flow into the heater without any success. The unit would ignite; I can hear the sound of the flame. I messed around with this all summer – GASLAND had me try to troubleshoot on both heaters, but nothing would work to get the water above 90 degrees. In my correspondence to GASLAND I pointed out that the water source was a well and the temperature was approximately 52 degrees. The GASLAND Model BE158 increased the temperature almost 40 degrees, but it wasn’t able to heat it to any further than 90 degrees. I am in Wisconsin, so when temperatures dropped into the 40s, I closed down my outdoor shower for the season. Once I could get back into my cabin and retrieve the unit, I tried to return the replacement heater, and was told it was too late to return it. When I purchase a product like this, I expect it to work properly out of the box and not to have to mess around troubleshooting. GASLAND never recommended another product that could handle the cold well water. Now I have two useless GASLAND Model BE158s.

The thermostat is a very nice feature, allowing me to dial the right temperature. The water output must be at the lowest setting and the gas level must be at the highest for the temperature to rise quickly. But once the water output is increased, the temperature drops quickly. I am having to constantly adjust the water output. Also, wishing that the shower line is longer.

​I was initially skeptical about a portable water heater, but the GASLAND BE158 completely blew away my expectations. This unit isn't just "okay" for camping; it delivers a genuinely luxurious hot water experience, making it feel like you brought your home bathroom with you. ​Unbelievably Easy Setup ​From the moment I unboxed it, the setup was a breeze. Everything you need is included (minus the propane tank and water supply, of course). Connecting the gas, water inlet, and shower head took maybe 10 minutes, max. The clear instructions made the initial prime and startup simple. Within seconds of turning it on and letting the water run, I had hot water—and I mean HOT water! ​Performance is Flawless ​The temperature control is incredibly effective. Even on a chilly morning, I was able to dial in a perfect, consistent temperature for a shower. The 1.58 GPM (Gallons Per Minute) flow rate is more than adequate for a comfortable, strong spray. We use it primarily for washing off after dusty ATV rides and for general camp cleaning, and it has handled everything flawlessly. The built-in safety features also provide great peace of mind. ​The Best Value for Off-Grid Living ​If you have a cabin, an RV, a campsite, or just need hot water out in the yard (it’s fantastic for washing pets!), the GASLAND BE158 is an absolute must-buy. It’s compact enough to transport easily, built with durable materials, and the efficiency of the propane use is excellent. Stop suffering through cold showers or boiling endless pots of water—invest in the BE158. It's truly a 5-star piece of equipment that provides comfort and convenience wherever you need it.

Great customer service. The unit had a crack in the cast metal portion. Contacted customer service about the leak and they are currently sending a brand new unit to replace the broken unit. Installation is easy as can be. Hookups are easy to install. The water and temperature is easy to control and gives us optimal temperatures when showering. I will update on the how the replacement comes in for the warranty! So far so good on the customer care team.

This GasLand Heater exceeded my expectations. I have a hunting camp deep in the woods. There is no power or running water. I purchased this specific unit because I needed the pump to supply water from my 200 gallon collection tub. Then a propane bottle and a battery to power the pump and I was in business. We have had this camp for 35 years and this is the first hot shower we have ever taken. It does not matter if the temps or in the 30's or 40's the hot water is there. The directions to assemble left a lot to be desired, but I managed to figure it out and all is good!

So far so good, it’s still hard to say being I have only had it a week but no issues at all as of yet

Tankless Water Heater, Gasland BE158 1.58GPM 6L Outdoor Portable Gas Water Heater, Instant Propane Water Heater, Overheating Protection, Easy to Install, Use for RV Cabin Barn Camping Boat I bought this 5 l propane gas water heater to use in the backyard of my house. I wanted a quick way to have hot water in order to quickly rinse off people and especially my dog after a swim in the pool. After I swim I like to soap off and shower my dog outside so that he can dry off quickly outdoors.. this small gas heater does a fantastic job at that specific task. It comes with a 3/4 or 1/2 in adapter for your garden hose and a fairly standard certified gas hose for your propane tank. It does come with a braided hose for your shower head that is also included however I highly recommend purchasing a much longer shower hose which is pretty standard .... It's the same shower hose you would put in your bathtub. And also I recommend getting a metal proper heavy duty shower wand . The one that's included with this product is rather cheap and plastic. The hose is really short as well. Quick tip is that you actually need to install the garden hose and have water going into the system in order for the propane to kick in and ignite. Otherwise it doesn't work. The ignitor is pretty quick and it uses two D cell batteries not included with the product. In terms of heat, it gets warm enough for a really nice shower outdoors for humans and even for a dog. That said it actually depends on the temperature of your garden hose water. If you are using this in the summer then I think you will have no issues getting the water hot enough for a decent shower however if you were attempting to use this in the winter I'm not sure that this will get hot enough. There is a dial for winter mode or summer mode but I highly recommend just switching it to winter mode permanently because it regulates the max heat of the water. Quite frankly I think any adult can figure out how to regulate the cold versus warm water mixed There is some precautionary warnings here because when the unit is functioning there is hot air exhausted at the top of the heater. But that is fairly obvious when you feel heat as the unit is functioning. Obviously you do not want children putting their hand or head near that exhaust. So far so good. Single tank is ready to last 16 to 20 hours of heated water but obviously that depends on how hot you use the duration and output adjusted by you. I'm extremely happy with product. I hope that this will last more than a few seasons functioning. I plan to store this in my insulated shed in the winter and only bring it out when it's pool season in the summer. Hopefully with that fish should last quite a long time. I hope this helps.

We have an off-grid cabin, it has a kitchen sink, bathroom sink and shower. We have a submersible well pump that feeds a pressure tank with clear water and the pressure switch operates at 20 to 40 PSI. The setting knobs are at winter (input water temp. is still quite cold at this time), burner knob a bit past halfway and the water flow set at minimal. The water heater heats the water great while it's operating but unfortunately it keeps stopping and restarting after a small time lag which makes showering a real adventure. We just got it but there's a high probability that it will be returned.

Chauffe tres bien! Et la pomme de douche qu'ont appelle travaille tres bien.Nous avons acheté une petite tente "douche" avec et wow beau setup! Je recomande 5⭐️

I bought 4 of the gaslands water heaters for my bunkie business. Within 3 weeks of customer usage. I had 2 shower heads break and one water line from the heater to the shower head. TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE. Here's what makes the situation even worse (THEIR CUSTOMER SERVICE) My items were under warranty and two weeks later I have still not received my replacement parts. I explained that I was running a business and that I needed these parts pronto. (finding shower heads with start/stop buttons is not easy) I went to Home Hardware to find a hose replacement.(This is wrong) As I said, I am still waiting 2 weeks later for my shower head. Extremely disappointed!!!!!! I would not recommend this product