Generally, the control parameters should be designed based on three main factors:
1- Consumers’ comfort level. Consumers need hot water at a temperature that satisfies them. If they are not satisfied with this temperature, they will not be motivated to participate or continue to participate in DSM programs.
2- The load (EWH) itself. It is very important to consider and study the effect of the control strategy on the EWH. The EWH should not turn ON/OFF frequently in order to avoid reducing the lifetime of EWH switches.