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Water Heaters

Tank Water Heaters

After heating and cooling, water heating is typically the largest energy user in the home because it is necessary for so many domestic activities. The capacity of a water heater is an important consideration. The water heater should provide enough hot water at the busiest time of the day. We offer a wide variety of electric, gas and tankless water heaters.

Tankless Water Heaters

All the hot water you need, for as long as you need it. Rinnai high-efficiency tankless water heaters provide endless domestic hot water, all while keeping your utility bills low.

Features:

  • Endless hot water when you want it
  • Compact space-saving design
  • Lower energy bills
  • Longer life than tanks
  • 15-year warranty dual stainless steel heat exchangers

Rinnai Gas, Tankless Water Heaters

RSC199iN

RSC Model Series Super High Efficiency Plus (Condensing)

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Model Family: RSC199iN
Application Type: Whole House
Flow Rate: 0.26 - 9.8 GPM
UEF (Efficiency): 0.93
Energy Star Rated: ENERGY STAR®
Heating Technology: Condensing
Location: Indoor
Warranty: Warranty 15 yrs on Heat Exchanger/ 5 years on Parts/ 1 Year on Labor
Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
    RU199iN

    RU Model Series Super High Efficiency Plus (Condensing)

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    Model Family: RU199iN
    Application Type: Whole House
    Flow Rate: 0.26 - 9.8 GPM
    UEF (Efficiency): 0.93
    Energy Star Rated: ENERGY STAR®
    Heating Technology: Condensing
    Location: Indoor
    Warranty: Warranty 15 yrs on Heat Exchanger/ 5 years on Parts/ 1 Year on Labor
    Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
      RL75iN

      RL Model Series High Efficiency Plus (non-condensing)

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      Model Family: RL75iN
      Application Type: Whole house
      Flow Rate: 7.5 GPM / (28.4 l/min)
      UEF (Efficiency): 0.81
      Energy Star Rated: No
      Heating Technology: Non-Condensing
      Location: Indoor
      Warranty: Warranty 12 yrs on Heat Exchanger/ 5 years on Parts/ 1 Year on Labor
      Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:

        Bradford White Gas, Tanked Water Heaters

        RC2PV50H6N

        High Efficiency Power Vent Water Heater

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        Model Family: RC2PV50H6N
        Capacity: 50 gallon
        UEF (Efficiency): .80
        Energy Star Rated: ENERGY STAR® Qualified
        Self-Cleaning: yes
        Venting: Power Vent
        Warranty: 6 or 10-Year Limited Tank Warranties / 6 or 10-Year Limited Warranty on Component Parts.
        Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
        • Outstanding efficiency helps heat water faster to conserve energy and save money
        • Vertical, dual-pass heat exchanger system is protected by Vitraglas® for unsurpassed protection against corrosion
        • Self-priming Condensate Tee
        • Horizontal and Vertical Venting—With 2
        • Bradford White ICON System™
        • Factory-Installed Hydrojet® Total Performance System
        • Vitraglas® Lining
        RG1PV-RG2PV

        Power Vent (TTW®) Gas Water Heater

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        Model Family: RG1PV-RG2PV
        Capacity: 40 to 75 gallons
        UEF (Efficiency): .68-.72 UEF
        Energy Star Rated: ENERGY STAR® Qualified
        Self-Cleaning: yes
        Venting: Power Vent
        Warranty: 6 or 10-Year Limited Tank Warranties / 6 or 10- Year Limited Warranty on Component Parts.
        Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
        • Bradford White ICON System™ Intelligent Gas Control
        • Powerful Blower Motor - Ten Foot power cord - Included
        • Power Vented - through the Roof or the Wall
        • Horizontal or Vertical Venting – 2
        • Hydrojet® Total Performance System Reduces Sediment Build-up
        • Vitraglas® Lining Provides Superior Tank Protection
        RG2D**S6N

        Damper Atmospheric Vent Gas Water Heater

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        Model Family: RG2D**S6N
        Capacity: 40 to 50 gallons
        UEF (Efficiency): .64 to .68
        Energy Star Rated: Yes
        Self-Cleaning: yes
        Venting: Atmospheric Damper
        Warranty: 6 or 10 Year Limited Warranty
        Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
        • Automatic Flue Damper
        • Flammable Vapor Sensor
        • Vitraglas lining provides superior tank protection from corrosive hot water
        • Factory Installed Hydrojet Total Performance System
        • Pedestal Base
        • T&P Relief Valve—Installed.
        • Factory installed Heat Traps
        RG2F**S6N

        Atmospheric Vent Fan Assist Gas Water Heater

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        Model Family: RG2F**S6N
        Capacity: 40 to 50 gallons
        UEF (Efficiency): .64 to .68
        Energy Star Rated: ENERGY STAR® Qualified
        Self-Cleaning: yes
        Venting: Fan Assist
        Warranty: 6 or 10-Year Limited Tank Warranties / 6 or 10-Year Limited Warranty on Component Parts.
        Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
        • High Efficiency Blower
        • Bradford White ICON System™
        • Enhanced Performance
        • Advanced Temperature Control System
        • Intelligent Diagnostics
        • Pilot On Indication
        • Advanced ScreenLok® Technology Flame Arrestor Design
        • Flammable Vapor Sensor
        • Maintenance-Free
        • Sight Window
        • Factory-Installed Hydrojet® Total Performance System

        Bradford White Electric Tank Water Heaters

        RE series

        Upright Residential Electric Water Heater

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        Model Family: RE series
        Capacity: 30 to 55 gallons
        UEF (Efficiency): .91 to .93
        Energy Star Rated: No
        Self-Cleaning: Yes
        Voltage: 120V, 208V, 240V, 277V, 480V
        Warranty: 6 or 10 Year Limited Warranty
        Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
        • Vitraglas™ Lining Provides Superior Tank Protection
        • Protective Magnesium Anode Rod—Provides added protection against corrosion for long-term, trouble-free service.
        • Hydrojet® Total Performance System Reduces Sediment Buildup
        • T&P Relief Valve—Installed.
        • Silent Heat Traps Increase Energy Savings and Reduce Noise Potential
        • Immersed Copper Heating Elements with kW Input Range from 1.5kW to 12kW
        • Factory-Installed Dielectric Waterway Fittings
        • Available single phase or three phase
        RE-Lowboy

        Residential Lowboy Electric Water Heater

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        Model Family: RE-Lowboy
        Capacity: 19 to 47 Gallon
        UEF (Efficiency): .91 to .92
        Energy Star Rated: No
        Self-Cleaning: Yes
        Voltage: 120V, 208V, 240V, 277V, 480V
        Warranty: 6 or 10 Year Limited Warranty
        Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
        • Vitraglas lining provides superior tank protection from corrosive hot water
        • Protective Magnesium Anode Rod—Provides added protection against corrosion for long-term, trouble-free service.
        • Hydrojet® Total Performance System Reduces Sediment Buildup
        • Low restrictive Brass drain valve-durable tamper proof design
        • Factory installed heat traps
        • Direct heat transfer with immersed elements
        • Unit can be provided single phase or three phase
        RE-Utility

        Residential Utility Electric Water Heater

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        Model Family: RE-Utility
        Capacity: 6 to 19 Gallons
        UEF (Efficiency): Not applicable
        Energy Star Rated: No
        Self-Cleaning: Yes
        Voltage: 120V, 208V, 240V, 277V, 480V
        Warranty: 6 or 10 Year Limited Warranty
        Manufacturer's Stated Benefits:
        • Vitraglas® tank lining with Microban® provides superior tank protection from corrosive hot water
        • Protective Magnesium Anode Rod—Provides added protection against corrosion for long-term, trouble-free service.
        • T&P Relief Valve—Installed.
        • Utility models have side water connections allowing installations in tight spaces.
        • Single phase only

        Frequently Asked Questions

        What does the Energy Factor (EF) on my water heater mean?

        The water heater Energy Factor (EF) is a measure of the overall efficiency of the water heater. This is determined by comparing the energy in the heated water used daily to the total daily energy consumption of the water heater. The EF can be used to compare the energy efficiency of water heaters. Water heaters with higher EFs will have lower annual operating costs than comparable models with lower EFs. A higher EF signifies a more efficient model. Water heaters with high EF ratings may cost more initially, but save energy and money in the long run. Eventually, they will pay for themselves through a lifetime of energy savings.

        Where is the 'anode rod' and what does it do?

        For most water heaters, the anode rod is attached to the hot water outlet of the water heater. If you are facing the front of the water heater (where the labels are), the hot water outlet is on the left hand side. The anode rod is often referred to as a "sacrificial rod".

        Most water is rarely "pure". It can contain oxygen, magnesium, fluoride, chlorine and suspended particles. These components, in the concentrations in your water, are usually not bad for you. However, they do contribute to the taste and smell of the water. They also impart a slight conductivity to the water. Through an electrical process called electrolysis, this conductivity will eventually (over a long period of time) cause most metal to rust or corrode. When the water is heated, this electrical process can be accelerated.

        Most water heaters are made of a steel tank with a porcelain enamel (glass) lining. However, due to production and assembly methods, it is not always possible to completely cover the inside of the tank. Therefore it is important to provide metal that can be consumed by the electrical process. This is where the sacrificial anode rod comes in. By acting as a lightning rod for the corrosion process, the anode rod draws the harmful electrolytic process away from the water heater tank and focuses the corrosion on the anode rod. Water heaters need this sacrificial anode rod to ensure that the electrolysis does not affect the tanks.

        Why doesn't my old water heater make as much hot water as it used to?

        The answer may be that you have sediment buildup in your tank. As water heaters age, they tend to accumulate sediment and lime deposits. If the heaters are not cleaned periodically, the sediment may rise to a level that will act as a barrier between the burner and the water, making it harder to heat. An article published in a national ASPE plumbing journal states: for every half inch of sediment on the bottom of a gas fired water heater, it requires up to 70% more fuel to heat the water.

        If my water heater was in a flood, do I need to replace it?

        Yes. The Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) recommends that any flood-damaged heating and cooling equipment be replaced, not repaired. From the AHRI website, as it pertains to water heaters:

        "Whether your water heater is gas-fired, oil-fired or electric, if it was exposed to flood water, the unit should be replaced. In a gas unit, valves and controls will likely corrode. In an electric unit, the thermostat and controls will likely corrode. In both types, the insulation surrounding the unit will be contaminated and will be nearly impossible to disinfect. Additionally, the insulation would take a long time to dry, leading to corrosion of the tank from the outside.

        Even if water heater components have been cleaned and the unit seems to operate properly, parts may corrode in the future. Both gas and electric water heaters have a pressure relief valve that can corrode and stick after being exposed to flood water. Therefore, be sure to replace this valve as well."

        (Taken from www.ahrinet.org)

        At the suggestion of AHRI, be sure to have your inspection and replacement work performed by a qualified professional.

        Can I use my water heater with a solar heating system?

        With the increasing costs of energy and a desire for environmental friendliness, some customers are turning to the sun as a way to heat their domestic water. Bradford White manufactures a solar water heating storage tank for use with solar systems. This tank takes the heated water from the solar panels and uses it as a heat source instead of conventional gas, oil or electric heat sources unlike other tanks, this water heater has an electric heating element for back up on cloudy days, and when the solar system is not providing enough heat. However, it is important that you use only POTABLE (or domestic use) water in this tank.

        Is a drain pan necessary?

        A water heater should be placed in an area that will prevent damage to floors, ceilings, and furniture if the heater leaks. When this is not possible, a drain pan must be installed under the water heater. Since a typical drain pan doesn't hold that much water, it must have a pipe to a drain or other outlet for the water. When installed properly, a drain pan and pipe will keep any leakage under control and protect your belongings from water damage.

        What type of maintenance should I do on my water heater?

        We recommend that you contact a plumbing professional to perform any maintenance or repairs to your water heater - from periodic checks on the anode rod to ensuring that all connections are secure. Recommendations for maintenance are in your water heater's owner manual. However, there are a few things that you can do:

        • Ensure that there are no sources of flammable vapors in the same area as your water heater (this includes gasoline, heating oils, lighter fluid, propane, etc.).
        • Keep the top of the water heater clean. If you notice water dripping on the water heater from any piping, contact a plumbing professional to have the leak repaired.
        • Keep the space around your water heater clean and free of dirt, boxes, paint cans, aerosol cans, household cleaners and trash. It is important to keep the heater accessible for proper operation and easy maintenance.