Sorry for the delayed answer. Thanks to all that played.
Yes, the correct answer was that the device in question was in fact our old water heater.
Congratulations to the winners!!
Contest Answer
Morpheus was designed by Carl Schumacher, built by Davie Norris Boatbuilders in New Zealand and launched in 2002. She spent her first 18 months cruising the South Pacific before reaching her home port of San Francisco. Since that time, Morpheus has been raced and cruised extensively. This blog will document her ongoing adventures.
Morpheus Sailing 