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Professional Classic Series: Atmospheric
MODEL PROG40-38N RH59
- Tank - 6 Years limited
- Parts - 6 Years limited
- With ProtectionPlus™ the 6-year limited tank warranty becomes 10 years!
- .58 - .66 UEF
- Eco-friendly burner, low NOx design
- 29, 30, 40 and 50 gallon capacities
- Select models have side water connections for space heating applications
Select Capacity
29
Gallons
30
Gallons
40
Gallons
48
Gallons
50
Gallons
SKU PROG40-38N RH59
Model Professional Classic Atmospheric
Tank Capacity 40
Fuel Natural Gas
Single Shower Minutes 18
Number Back To Back Showers 2
Professional Classic® Atmospheric gas water heaters are engineered for more hot water at a low operating cost
Efficiency- .58 - .66 UEF
- More hot water at a low operating cost
- FHR: 51 - 87 gallons
- Recovery: 30.3 to 40.4 GPH at a 90° F rise, depending on model
- Exclusive air/fuel shut-off device
- Maintenance free – no filter to clean
- Protective control system that disables the heater in the presence of flammable vapor accumulation
- Eco-friendly burner, low NOx design
- Meets 40 ng/J NOx requirements
- Premium grade anode rod provides long-lasting tank protection
- All models certified up to 5,999 feet above sea level, some certified up to 10,000 feet. Consult factory for specifications
Plus…
- Easy to light – no matches required
- EverKleen™ patented system fights sediment build-up
- Exclusive Rheemglas tank lining resists corrosion and prolongs tank life
- Enhanced flow brass drain valve
- Factory installed temperature and pressure relief valve on select models
- Low lead compliant
- Standard replacement parts
- Tank - 6 Years limited
- Parts - 6 Years limited
- With ProtectionPlus™ the 6-year limited tank warranty becomes 10 years!
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