"Ralph Mowery" wrote:
I bought a Whirlpool less than an year ago and the book has the water usage
in it. It is under the cycle selection charts. It uses from about 6 to 11
gallons of water depending on the settings.
It also gives the times of usage. Around 70 to 90 min.

Thanks Ralph -
I will use 11 gallons as a guide per load. If that is the case - then a
2.5 gallon electric water heater will not serve it well. I presently
have a 50 gallon water heater serving just a kitchen sink and dishwasher
- silly - I know. I want to replace it.
Harry