Channel: The Hook Up

Category: Science & Technology

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Description: For the #EarthDay I'm showing you how to save energy (and money) by automating your existing water heater with a contactor for under $100. By my measurements this simple automation should save over $65 per year. Parts list (AmazonUS): Contactor (UL Listed): amzn.to/3L34Kjz Contactor (Exact one from video): amzn.to/3K35i81 Electrical Box (UL Listed): amzn.to/3K2gemj Shelly 1PM (UL Listed): amzn.to/38dk9Q4 Wire Whip: amzn.to/3Lbyk6U Misc red/black wire: amzn.to/3rDZuLW Tools (AmazonUS): Crimper: amzn.to/38czyzR Spade Terminals: amzn.to/3EBgp71 Ferrule Kit: amzn.to/3K4x6Jd **As an Amazon Affiliate I earn a commission on qualifying purchases at no cost to you** Check out the rest of the #EnergyChallenge at this playlist: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFPS7-631cZGJjeAbl6GzQklWsr9Fi0-m Visit my website: TheSmartHomeHookUp.com Follow me on Twitter: @TheHookUp1 Join me on Facebook: facebook.com/groups/473812443269387/?ref=share Support my channel: Patreon: patreon.com/thehookup Music by BenSound.com