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High Efficiency Condensing Power Direct Vent induced draft gas water heater is a perfect choice when indoor air quality is a concern
Efficiency
0.82 EF exceeds ENERGY STAR®
Low operating costs: $223 annually for natural gas models
Qualifies for federal tax credit
(Tax Credit Form 2012)
Performance
FHR: Up to 93-gallons for natural and LP gas
Recovery: 43.6 to 48.5 at a 90° F rise, based on model
Self-Diagnostic System
Integrated system control for easy installation and service
Diagnostic system control can be replaced without draining the water heater
Low Emissions
Eco-friendly burner, low NOx design
Features
Power direct vents are an ideal choice when either indoor air quality or negative air pressure are concerns
Two-pipe system: one pipe pulls in outside air for combustion and the other exhausts combustion gases
120 VAC, 60Hz, induced draft blower
New whisper quiet blower
Innovative Technology
Proven center flue design with submerged coil type condensing heat exchanger
Heat exchanger is porcelain coated inside and out for increased product life
Flammable Vapor
Detection System
FVIR compliant protective
Control system that disables the heater in the presence of flammable vapor accumulation
Flexible Venting Options
Long venting lengths up to 60 feet
Use 2 or 3 inch diameter PVC, ABS, or CPVC vent pipe options
Vertical or horizontal termination
Concentric vent kit available
Longer Life
Dual anode rods protect the tank from corrosion
High Altitude Compliant
Models are certified for applications up to 9,000 feet above sea level
Plus
…
Brass drain valve and temperature and pressure relief valve are included
Durable silicon nitride igniter (HSI)
Inlet tube with diffuser enhances heat transfer
Front access to condensate trap and vent pipe
Condensate neutralizer option
Standard replacement parts
DESCRIPTION
ENERGY INFO
HIGH EFFICIENCY CONDENSING POWER DIRECT VENT MODELS
TYPE
GAL CAP.
MODEL NUMBER
ENERGY
FACTOR
ENERGY STAR®
NAT.
LP
TALL
48
RHE50
0.80
0.80
SHORT
38
RHE40S
0.80
0.80
TALL
48
CN RHE 50
0.80
SHORT
38
CN RHE40S
0.80
Specifications
0.82 EF exceed ENERGY STAR®
Use 2 or 3 inch diameter PVC, ABS, or CPVC vent pipe options
FVIR compliant protective
Qualifies for federal tax credit
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High Efficiency Condensing Power Direct Vent
Spec Sheet (Canada)
Spec Sheet - After 5.31.2013 (US)
Spec Sheet - Before 6.1.2013 (US)
Tax Credit Form 2012 (US)
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