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Richmond®

Essential Plus® 40-Gallon 9 Year Atmospheric Natural Gas Tall Tank Water Heater

Mfg.#
9G40-38F3
Sku#
5850011
  • 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

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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

Specifications

General

BTU 38,000
Flue Size 3 or 4 in
Household Size 3-4 People (40-50 gal)
Nominal Capacity (gal) 40
Rated Capacity 38
Type Natural Gas Tall Tank Water Heater
Uniform Energy Factor 0.58
Water Connection Size 3/4 in
Water Heater Fuel Type Natural Gas (NG)
Water Heater Style Atmospheric

Dimensions

Diameter 19 in
Height 58-1/2 in

Manufacturing Details
The following information is subject to change without notice

Manufacturer Warranty 9 Year
Prop 65 Warning Warning WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Related Documents

Brochure (PDF)

Warranty (PDF)

Installation Guide (PDF)

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