40-Gallon 38,000-Btu Essential Plus Natural Gas Tall Water Heater

Mfg.#: 9G40-38F3
Sku#: 5850011

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0.58 Uniform Energy Factor based on Department of Energy requirements
More hot water at a lower operating cost
First hour rating of 52 gph
Recovery rate of 38.4 gph at a 90 deg rise in water temperature
$208 Estimated yearly cost of operation based on Department of Energy testing
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
Premium grade anode rod provides long-lasting tank protection
EverKleen self-cleaning device fights harmful sediment build-up with high-velocity spiraling water stream
Easy to light, no matches required

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Description

The Richmond® Essential Plus® 40-gal Natural Gas Water Heater comes with a 2 years In Home Labor Warranty and has an energy efficient 38000 Btu burner featuring reduced emissions Low-NOx technology. This heater provides ample hot water for households with 2-3 people. Its tall profile gives this heater a smaller footprint and allows for easy installation when tank diameter is a factor. 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

Read Owner Manual, including all warnings, prior to installation and/or use.

Specifications

General

BTU	38000
Capacity	40 gal
Color	Dark Warm Gray
Efficiency	0.58
Emissions	Ultra low NOX
Fuel Type	Natural Gas
Height to Gas Connection (In)	14-1/4
Height to Water Connection (In)	60-1/4
Includes	Factory Installed Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve
Inlet Connection Size	1/2 in
Maximum Water Temperature	160° F
Minimum Water Temperature	120° F
Outlet Connection Size	3/4 in
Profile	Tall
Recovery Rate	35 gph
Vent Type	Atmospheric
Water Connection Location	Top
Water Connection Size	3/4 in

Dimensions

Diameter	19 in
Height	58-1/2 in
Weight	125 lb

Manufacturing Details
The following information is subject to change without notice

Manufacturer Warranty	2 yr Labor, 9 yr Tank
Prop 65 Warning	WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Label Information

Certification, Codes, Standards	NAECA