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Unit of Measure

Specifications

Manufacturer

 American Standard®

Size

 R

Type

 Electric

Element Type

 Single

Model Type

 Tall

Capacity

 50 gal

First Hour Rating

 67 gal

Standard Element Power

 4500 W

Maximum Element Power

 6000 W

Energy Factor

 0.91

R Factor

 16

Approximate Shipping Weight

 149 lb

Test Pressure

 300 psi

Working Pressure

 150 psi

Industry Standards

 ASHRAE 90.1b C.E.C. Listed NAECA UL® Listed

Maximum Recovery

Recovery at 90 ºF Temperature Rise

 21 gal/h

Dimensions

Schematic

Schematic Drawing for Residential Electric Water Heaters

Jacket Diameter A

 22-1/4 in

Floor to Water Connection B

 47-7/8 in

Floor to Top of Heater C

 46-3/8 in

Floor to Side T and P D

 40-1/4 in

Water Spread E

 8 in

Testing and Certifications

Testing and Certifications
  • Certified By Underwriters Laboratories - Listed to UL 174, meets or exceeds efficiency requirements of the Department of Energy, ASHRAE Standard 90.1 b, National Appliance Energy Conservation Act, ANSI requirements, CEC listed and tested in accordance with D.O.E. test procedures and all state energy efficiency standards

General Information

General Information
  • All models comply with NAECA requirements are UL and CEC listed and meet or exceed ASHRAE 90.1 b.
  • Heaters are wired for non-simultaneous operation, single phase 240 Volts with dual 4500 Watt elements, unless otherwise specified.
  • Recovery capacity based on actual performance tests.
  • All models are certified at 300 psi test pressure and 150 psi working pressure.
  • Dimensions and specifications subject to change without notice in accordance with our policy of continuous product improvement.

Features

Features
  • Surface Mount Thermostats - Fully automatic for temperature control. Factory installed manual reset energy cut-off prevents overheating.
  • Double Heating Elements - Dual screw-in heating elements transfer heat directly to water to conserve energy.
  • Self-Cleaning - Turbulence inducing cold water inlet-tube engineered to diminish hard water area sediment deposits.
  • Non-CFC Foam Insulated - Saves energy and reduces fuel costs by maximizing heat retention.
  • High Efficiency Models - Have full 3" Non- CFC foam insulation providing R-24 insulation factor and .93 EF (Energy Factor) to meet energy-efficiency requirements of many electric utility rebate programs and in compliance with CEC Title 24.
  • Heavy Gauges Teel Tank - For extra years of trouble-free service.
  • Glass-Lined Tank - Inner tank glass-lined with Dura-Glas™ and fired at 1600 ºF for optimum protection from the effects of corrosion.
  • Magnesium Anode Rod - To protect tank life.
  • Factory Installed Dielectric Hot and Cold Water.
  • Connections - 3/4" NPT water connections to extend tank life and for easier installations.
  • Brass Drain Valve - Durable to prevent unintentional breakage.
  • Factory Installed Heat Traps - Reduces standby heat loss in water piping.
  • Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve - Factory provided T & P Valve can be relocated from side to optional top opening.

Warranty

Warranty
  • Choice of 6-Year Limited Tank Warranty
  • Includes 6-Year Limited Warranty on Component Parts.