Catalog
All Heavy-Duty Commercial Gas units have a glass coated internally-lined tank fired at 1600 ºF. This provides a tough interior surface for storage tanks and maximum protection against the wearing effects of high-volume and high- temperature water.
Unit of Measure

Specifications

Manufacturer

 American® Water Heater Company

Capacity

 85 gal

Input Power

 500000 BTU/hr

Standard Approximate Shipping Weight

 745 lb

ASME Approximate Shipping Weight

 874 lb

Thermal Efficiency

 80 %

Maximum Hydrostatic Working Pressure

 160 psi

Top Inlet/Outlet

 1-1/2

Side Inlet/Outlet

 1-1/2

Style

 Heavy-Duty

Size

 C

Type

 Natural Gas

Industry Standards

 AHRI Certified® ANSI Z-21.10.3 - CSA 4.3 ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1 ASME Certified CSA® 4.3 NSF UL® Listed

Maximum Recovery

Recovery at 40 ºF Temperature Rise

 1212 gal/h

Recovery at 100 ºF Temperature Rise

 479 gal/h

Recovery at 140 ºF Temperature Rise

 346 gal/h

Dimensions

Schematic

Schematic Drawing for Heavy-Duty Commercial Gases (BCG3-85T500-8N)

Dimension A

 82-1/4 in

Dimension B

 27.75 in

Dimension C

 67-1/2 in

Vent Size

 8 in

Connection Spread

 21 in

Height to Front/Back Hot

 66-3/4 in

Height to Front/Back Cold

 25-1/2 in

Height to Gas Connection

 4-1/2 in

Size of Gas Connection

 1 in

Dimension D

 65-1/4 in

Electrical Characteristics

AC Voltage

 120 V

Frequency

 60 Hz

Current

 <5 A

Features

Features
  • Self-Cleaning High Pressure Water Jets.
    Significantly reduces sediment buildup inside the tank. Helps maintain rated thermal efficiency, reduces water heating costs. Helps maximize tank life.
  • Automatic Flue Damper (120-390 Models).
    Automatic motorized flue damper helps minimize standby heat loss. Low-profile draft diverter helps for installation in tight spaces. 85T500 Models feature an induced draft design and no damper.
  • Three Water Connection Options.
    Hot and cold water connections can be made through front, top or rear of unit. High Pressure Water Jets operate when cold water is connected through front inlet connection.
  • Intermittent Electronic Ignition.
    Eliminates standing pilot, saves energy. Includes power ON/OFF switch. Provides flame failure response in less than one second.
  • Glasslined Tank with Multiple Anode Rods.
    Provides outstanding protection against corrosion.

Testing and Certifications

Testing and Certifications
  • CSA® Certified and ASME Rated T&P Relief Valve
  • Compliance
    Meets the thermal efficiency and standby loss requirements of the U.S. Department of Energy and current edition of ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1. Design-certified by UL (Underwriters Laboratories), according to ANSI Z21.10.3-CSA® 4.3 standards governing storage-type water heaters. Design-certified by Underwriters Laboratories Sanitation to NSF Standard 5 for 180 ºF (62 ºC) water. Optional ASME tank construction available

Warranty

Warranty
  • 3-Year Limited Tank Warranty / 1-Year Limited Parts Warranty.

Note

Note

 Induced Draft Design, Category I Venting.