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Professional Classic Series: Direct Vent
MODEL PROG40-36N RH62 DV
Tank - 6 Years limited
Parts - 6 Years limited
Parts - 6 Years limited
- .61 EF
- SCAQMD Rule 1121 compliant
- Flexible venting options
- 40 and 50 gallon capacities
Select Capacity
40
Gallons
50
Gallons
SKU PROG40-36N RH62 DV
Model Professional Classic Direct Vent
Tank Capacity 40
Fuel Natural Gas
Height 60.88"
Width 19.75"
Single Shower Minutes 18
Number Back To Back Showers 2
Professional Classic™ Direct Vent gas water heaters use outside air for combustion, offer longer venting options and a coaxial vent for easy installation
Efficiency- .61 EF
- Well insulated for reduced stand-by heat loss
- FHR: 78 gallons for 50-gallon model and 66 gallons for 40-gallon model
- Recovery: 30.3 to 36.4 GPH at a 90° F rise, depending on model
- Adjustable coaxial vent allows flexibility of installation, can swivel 360 degrees and uses outside air for combustion and requires no electrical power
- Aluminum vent and cap base to prevent staining of building exterior
- Longer venting options available, see chart on reverse
- Order Horizontal Vent Kit: #SP20131
- Order Vertical Vent Kit: #SP20132
- Exclusive air/fuel shut-off device
- Maintenance free – no filter to clean
- Disables the heater in the presence of flammable vapor accumulation
- Meets 40 ng/J NOx requirements
- Premium grade anode rod provides long-lasting tank protection
- Enhanced flow brass drain valve
- Temperature and pressure relief valve included
- Low lead compliant
- Exclusive Rheemglas® tank lining resists corrosion and prolongs tank life
- Heat saving flue baffle design
- Gas control and combination thermostat
- Piezo ignition
- High temperature silicone bands reduce venting installation time
- Internal air tube for reduced footprint
- EverKleen™ patented system fights sediment build-up
Tank - 6 Years limited
Parts - 6 Years limited
Parts - 6 Years limited
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