Ao Smith 100265711 Flue Baffle Kit Natural Gas

Product Description

The AO SMITH 100265711 is a flue baffle assembly kit designed for natural gas water heaters. This kit provides the internal flue baffling components needed to maintain proper combustion airflow and heat transfer efficiency within the flue tube of compatible AO SMITH water heater units. It is intended for installation by licensed plumbers and water heater service technicians performing maintenance, repair, or component replacement on residential gas water heaters. The aluminum exterior construction resists corrosion in the flue environment and is sized to the N3 baffle configuration for the G40T34 platform.

This flue baffle kit applies to natural gas water heater applications where the original baffling has been damaged, corroded, or requires replacement during a service call. The N3 designation and G40T34 reference indicate a specific heater series and tank configuration. The aluminum exterior flue baffle is matched to the combustion and venting requirements of that platform, making it a direct service replacement for field repairs on compatible units.

Key Features

• Aluminum exterior construction for corrosion resistance in flue environments
• Designed for natural gas water heater configurations
• N3 baffle configuration matched to G40T34 water heater platform
• OEM-style replacement kit for field service and maintenance
• Supports proper flue gas flow and heat transfer within the flue tube

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement flue baffle kit for AO SMITH natural gas water heaters in the G40T34 series using the N3 baffle configuration. Verify the model number and baffle designation on the existing unit before ordering.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a licensed plumber or qualified water heater service technician. Before servicing, shut off the gas supply and allow the water heater to cool completely before accessing internal flue components. Consult the applicable unit service manual and local plumbing codes for proper baffle placement and venting requirements. Do not operate the water heater with flue baffling removed or improperly seated.

Technical Specifications

• Fuel Type: Natural Gas
• Material: Aluminum Exterior
• Baffle Configuration: N3
• Compatible Platform: G40T34

Standard Information

• Brand: AO SMITH
• Manufacturer Part Number: 100265711