{"product_id":"ao-smith-100262938-gas-valve-service-kit-1-inch","title":"Ao Smith 100262938 Gas Valve Service Kit 1 Inch","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AO SMITH 100262938 is a 1-inch combination automatic valve (CAV) natural gas service kit designed for residential and light-commercial hot water heating applications. This kit provides the gas valve components needed to restore proper gas flow control in a water heater, making it a direct service replacement for qualified technicians. The valve is rated for natural gas service and sized at 1 inch to match standard inlet and outlet port configurations found in typical storage-tank water heaters. Licensed plumbers and HVAC technicians are the primary installers for this type of component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis service kit is intended for hot water heater heating applications where the existing gas valve has failed or is operating outside acceptable parameters. It is suited for installations using natural gas supply and is designed to return the appliance to OEM performance standards. The N3 designation indicates a specific valve series configuration within the AO SMITH product line. Installers should confirm the inlet size and gas type match the unit being serviced before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1-inch CAV port size matches standard hot water heater gas valve configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRated for natural gas (NG) service only\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eService kit format includes components necessary for a complete valve replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for heating applications in residential and light-commercial water heaters\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eN3 series configuration for application-specific fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as an OEM-style replacement gas valve service kit for AO SMITH natural gas hot water heaters equipped with a 1-inch combination automatic valve in the N3 series configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGas valve replacement must be performed by a licensed plumber or gas technician in accordance with local codes and the applicable International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC). Shut off the gas supply at the upstream shutoff valve and allow the system to depressurize fully before beginning any disassembly. Verify that the replacement valve matches the inlet size, gas type, and BTU rating of the original before installation. Do not restore gas service until all connections have been leak-tested with an approved detection solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e: Heating\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInlet\/Outlet Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGas Type\u003c\/strong\u003e: Natural Gas (NG)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStandard Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e: AO SMITH\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100262938\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TAILWIND","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51150638350642,"sku":"100262938","price":242.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4519\/9983\/files\/305988871.jpg?v=1778615113","url":"https:\/\/voomisupply.com\/products\/ao-smith-100262938-gas-valve-service-kit-1-inch","provider":"Voomi Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}