Ao Smith GDV-40L ProLine Direct Vent Residential Water Heater 40 Gallon (NG)

Product Description

The FVIR-compliant AO SMITH GDV-40L ProLine Direct Vent gas water heater draws air from outside, preventing issues from insufficient indoor ventilation. Featuring a 40-gallon tank and a 38,000 BTU gas burner, it delivers a first hour rating of 72 gallons and a recovery rate of 41 gallons per hour. It meets Low NOx emission requirements.

• FVIR compliant with horizontal air intake and venting up to 80 inches from the outside wall, requiring no electrical power.
• Equipped with a push button Piezo igniter for fast and easy pilot lighting.
• Features a Dynaclean diffuser dip tube to reduce lime and sediment buildup.

Product Highlights

This 40-gallon natural gas water heater is designed for residential use, offering efficient and reliable hot water with its direct vent design and durable construction.

Product Information

Standard Information

• Brand: AO SMITH
• Manufacturer Part Number: GDV-40L
• Country of Origin: US

Technical Specifications

• BTU Input: 38000
• Fuel Type: Natural Gas
• Vent Size: 3", 4", 5", 6"
• Vent Type: Direct Vent
• Application: RESIDENTIAL
• Energy Factor: 0.60
• Gas Connection: 1/2"
• Water Connection: 3/4"
• Energy Star Rated: No
• Capacity: 40
• Intended Household: 2-3 Person
• Max Altitude (Feet): 7700
• Recovery 90°F Rise: 41 GPH
• 1st Hour Delivery (Gallons): 73
• Depth (Inches): 25-1/4"
• Diameter (Inches): 22-1/4"
• Nominal Gallon Capacity: 40 Gallons
• Rated Storage Volume: 39 Gallons
• UEF: 0.6
• Maximum BTUs: 38,000
• Power Source: GAS
• T&P Relief Valve: Yes
• Water Connection Location: TOP
• Water Connection Size: 0.75"
• Emissions: Low NOx
• First Hour Rating: 64 Gallons
• ASME Certified: No
• Flue Diameter: 4.00
• Fuel Source: NATURAL
• Height to T&P: 41.75
• Installation Type: INDOOR
• Product Tier: ProLine®
• Side Loop: Yes
• Type: Water Heater
• Commercial/Residential: Residential
• Gallons Per Hour Recovery: 41
• Gas Connection Size: 1/2 in.
• Gas Type: Natural Gas
• Includes: Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve
• Maximum Pressure: 150 PSI
• Package Quantity: 1
• Pilot Reset Button: Yes
• Tank Capacity: 40 gal.
• Temperature Pressure Relief Valve: Yes
• Water Heater Profile: Tall
• Water Heater Type: Gas Tank
• Product Depth: 25.25 in.
• Product Diameter: 22 in.
• Product Height: 50.88 in.
• Product Width: 22 in.
• Series: GDV-40L