GE GG40S08BXR RealMAX Choice 40-Gallon Short Natural Gas Atmospheric Water Heater

Product Description

The GE GG40S08BXR RealMAX Choice 40-Gallon Short Natural Gas Atmospheric Water Heater provides hot water for a family of 2 to 4 persons. It features a max-performance 38K BTU burner for quick hot water replenishment and a durable design with an anode rod for corrosion protection. The SmartShield Safety System monitors the surrounding air and automatically shuts off the unit if abnormal temperatures are detected.

• Provides hot water for households of 2 to 4 people.
• Features a 38,000 BTU burner for quick hot water replenishment.
• Offers long-lasting protection against corrosion with an anode rod.

Product Highlights

This GE RealMAX Choice water heater has an LED status indicator, brass drain valve, and is easy to install with standard water and gas connections.

Product Information

Standard Information

• Brand: GENERAL ELECTRIC
• Manufacturer Part Number: GG40S08BXR
• Country of Origin: America

Technical Specifications

• Color Appearance: Gray
• Unit Capacity: 40 Gallons
• Altitude Rating: 10,100 ft
• Anode Rod: Magnesium
• Configuration: Short
• Controls: LED Indicator
• Drain Valve Type: Brass
• Family Size: 2-5 People
• Fuel Type: Natural Gas
• FVIR Safety System: Yes
• Gas Valve: Self Powered
• Height Description: Short
• Overheat Protection: Yes
• Pilot Light Window / Button: Yes
• Product Type: Atmospheric Gas
• Temp & Pressure Relief Valve: Yes
• Temperature Setting: 45-160° F Range
• UEF: .64
• Vent: Atmospheric
• Water Connection Location: Top
• Burner BTU Size (k): 38
• First Hour Delivery GPH: 78 gal/h
• Connection Sizes - Hot Water Outlet (MNPT): 3/4"
• Connection Sizes - Water Inlet (MNPT): 3/4"
• Height to Gas Control: 11.25 in
• Net Weight: 133 lb
• Overall Depth: 22 in
• Overall Height: 52.25 in
• Overall Width: 22 in
• Product Diameter: 22 in
• Product Height (to top of unit): 48.875 in
• Product Height (to top of water inlet/outlet connections): 50.375 in
• Vent Size: 2" or 3" Type B Vent
• Rated Nominal Volume (Gallons): 40
• DOE Rated Storage Volume (Gallons): 40
• Energy Star: No
• Connectivity: Not WiFi Compatible
• Height (Floor To Top of Heater - in.): 48.875
• Jacket Diameter (in.): 22
• Weight (lbs.): 133
• BTU Input: 38000
• First Hour Delivery Rating (Gal.): 78
• Uniform Energy Factor (UEF): 0.64
• Recovery at 90°F Rise (GPH): 39.5
• Recovery Efficiency: 78%
• Venting: Atmospheric
• Vent Size (in.): 3"
• Water Connection Size (in.): 3/4" NPT
• Gas Connection Size (in.): 1/2"
• Width (in.): 22
• Depth (in.): 22
• Height (in.): 52.25
• Capacity (gal.): 40
• Outdoor Approved: No
• ADA Compliant: No
• Smart Compatible: No
• Wifi Capable: No
• Collection: RealMAX® Choice
• Product Weight (lbs.): 133