Richmond 12G50-40E2 Gas Water Heater, Natural Gas, 50 gal Tank, 1.3 gpm, 40000 Btu/hr BTU, 0.68 Energy Efficiency

The Richmond® Encore®, 50 gal Tall 40000 Btu natural gas water heater comes with a 2 years In Home Labor Warranty and provides ample hot water for households with 3 to 4 people. Its tall profile gives this heater a smaller footprint and allows for easy installation when tank diameter is a factor. The heater features a powered damper that closes when the unit is not in operation to reduce stand by heat loss and increase efficiency. The heater also features an FVIR System, an exclusive air/fuel shutoff device that prevents ignition of flammable vapors should they be detected outside the unit. The air intake is designed to be completely maintenance free with no filters to clean or replace. This model meets the requirements to qualify for ENERGY STAR.

Finished in dark warm gray, with btu rating 40000 Btu/hr, dimensions 21-3/4 in Dia, emissions Low NOx.

• 0.68 uniform energy factor based on department of energy requirements
• More hot water at a lower operating cost
• First hour rating of 78 gph
• Recovery rate of 40.4 gph at a 90 deg rise in water temperature
• $271 estimated yearly cost of operation based on department of energy testing
• 110 VAC flue damper which includes 19 foot cord and 3-prong plug
• Electronic gas control for improved monitoring and service
• Exclusive air/fuel shut-off device for double protection disables the heater in the presence of flammable vapor accumulation
• Maintenance-free - no filter to clean
• EverKleen® self-cleaning device fights harmful sediment build-up with high-velocity spiraling water stream

Warranty

12 Years