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Unit of Measure

Specifications

Manufacturer

 American Standard®

Capacity

 40 gal

First Hour Rating

 72 gal

Input Power

 37000 BTU

Energy Factor

 0.62

R Factor

 16

Approximate Shipping Weight

 164 lb

Test Pressure

 300 psi

Working Pressure

 150 psi

Water Connection

 3/4 in. NPT

Size

 R

Type

 Natural Gas

Model Type

 Short Lowboy

Industry Standards

 ANSI Standards Z-21.10.1 ASHRAE Standards C.E.C. Listed CSA® Certified NAECA

Maximum Recovery

Recovery at 90 ºF Temperature Rise

 40 gal/h

Dimensions

Schematic


Vent Diameter A

 3 in

Jacket Diameter B

 22-1/4 in

Height to Top of Heater C

 48-1/2 in

Height to Top Water D

 50-1/4 in

Height to Side T and P E

 42-3/8 in

Height to Top of Vent F

 51-1/2 in

Water Spread G

 8 in

Testing and Certifications

Testing and Certifications
  • Design Certified by CSA® International - To meet or exceed ANSI requirements and tested in accordance with D.O.E. test procedures & meets or exceeds the energy efficiency requirements of NAECA, ASHRAE and all state energy efficiency standards

Warranty

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

Features

Features
  • Vaporshield Technology - Shuts off gas and air supply to heater to prevent prolonged vapor burn in combustion chamber should accidental or unattended ignition of flammable vapors occur outside the water heater.
  • Piezo Igniter - Affords push button pilot lighting in lieu of matches.
  • Maintenance Free - No periodic cleaning of combustion air-inlet necessary under normal conditions.
  • Standard Thermocouple - Design provides for use of either factory supplied thermocouple or standard replacement thermocouple.
  • Self-Cleaning Turbulence Inducing Cold Water Inlet-Tube - Engineered to diminish hard water area sediment deposits.
  • Non-CFC Foam Insulated - Saves energy & reduces fuel costs by maximizing heat retention.
  • High Efficiency Models - Meet energy-efficiency 0.62 EF (Energy Factor) requirements of many gas utility rebate programs & comply with CEC Title 24.
  • Heavy Gauge Steel Tank - For extra years of trouble-free service.
  • Glass Lined Tank - Inner tank glass-lined with Dura-Glas™ & fired at 1600 ºF for optimum protection from the effects of corrosion.
  • Magnesium Anode Rod - To protect tank life.
  • Factory Installed Dielectric Hot & 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 & Pressure Relief Valve - Factory provided T & P Valve can Be relocated from side to optional top opening.
  • Factory Installed Energy Cut-Off System - Automatic thermostat with built-in gas pressure regulation also incorporates energy cut-off switch to prevent abnormally high water temperature for added safety.

Note

Note
  • All models comply with NAECA requirements and are CEC listed.
  • Recovery capacity based on actual performance tests.
  • All models are certified at 300 PSI test pressure and 150 PSI working pressure.
  • All models are design certified by CSA International to ANSI standard Z-21.10.1 and/or 10.3 and peak performance rated.
  • Dimensions & specifications subject to change without notice in accordance with our policy of continuous product improvement.