GE GG40T12BXR RealMAX Platinum 40-Gallon Tall Natural Gas Atmospheric Water Heater

Product Description

The GE RealMAX Platinum GG40T12BXR 40-Gallon Tall Natural Gas Atmospheric Water Heater provides hot water for a family of 2 to 4 persons. It features a 40K BTU burner for quick hot water replenishment and a durable design 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 the whole family of 2 to 4 persons.
• Quickly replenish hot water with a max-performance 40K burner.
• Durable design offers long-lasting protection against corrosion to extend the life of your water heater tank.

Product Highlights

This water heater has a self-diagnostic system, brass drain valve, and easy installation with standard water and gas connections.

Product Information

Standard Information

• Brand: GENERAL ELECTRIC
• Manufacturer Part Number: GG40T12BXR
• Country of Origin: US

Technical Specifications

• Color Appearance: Gray
• Unit Capacity: 40 Gallons
• Altitude Rating: 10,100 ft
• Anode Rod: Magnesium
• Bin Testing: High
• Configuration: Tall
• 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: Tall
• 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: 40
• First Hour Delivery GPH: 83 gal/h
• Connection Sizes - Hot Water Outlet (MNPT): 3/4"
• Connection Sizes - Water Inlet (MNPT): 3/4"
• Height to Gas Control: 11.25 in
• Overall Depth: 20 in
• Overall Height: 61.875 in
• Overall Width: 20 in
• Product Diameter: 20 in
• Product Height (to top of unit): 58.5 in
• Product Height (to top of water inlet/outlet connections): 60 in
• Vent Size: 2" or 3" Type B Vent
• Product Height: 61.88 Inches
• Product Width: 20 Inches
• Product Depth: 20 Inches
• Tank Diameter (in.): 20 Inches
• Height Top of Connectors (in.): 60 Inches
• Height Top of Tank (in.): 58.5 Inches
• Height to top of vent cap (in.): 61.88 Inches
• Type: Tank
• Gas Type: Natural Gas
• Size: Tall
• Gallon Size (Nominal): 40 Gallons
• Gallon Size (Rated): 40
• Number of People per Household: 3-5 People
• Water Connection Size: 3/4 in. MNPT
• Tank Valve Size (T & P): 3/4 in. FNPT
• Minimum Temperature (F): 45
• Maximum Temperature (F): 160
• Gallons in First Hour: 83
• Vent Type: Atmospheric 3" or 4" type B
• Foam Insulation: Yes
• Insulation Thickness: 2 Inches
• Tank Lining Material: Glass
• Temperature Pressure Relief Valve: Yes
• Altitude: 10,100 '
• BTU Rating: 40,000 BTU/hr
• Capacity: 40 gallons
• Connection Type: 3/4" MNPT (Water Inlet/Outlet), 1/2" (Gas Connection)
• Dimensions: 61-7/8" H x 20" W x 20" D
• Domestic/Import: Domestic
• Efficiency: 64% (UEF), 78% (Recovery Efficiency)
• Energy Factor: 0.64 UEF
• Energy Star Compliant: No
• Ignition System: Standing Pilot
• Ignition Type: Standing Pilot
• Lead-Free/Contains Lead: Lead-Free
• Material: Steel (Tank), Magnesium (Anode Rod)
• Model: GG40T12BXR
• Mounting Type: Floor Mount
• Recovery Efficiency: 78 %
• Recovery Rate: 41.6 GPH (At 90°F Rise)
• Series: RealMAX Platinum
• Temperature Rating: 45-160 °F (Adjustable Setting)