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ProMax® Direct Vent 50-Gallon Propane Water Heater

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ProMax® Direct Vent 50-Gallon Propane Water Heater

ProMax® Direct Vent 50-Gallon Propane Water Heater

Model GDVT-50 (LP) (PROMAX)

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Ashburn, VA 20149

1. F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

Manassas, VA  20109-5447

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2. Advanced Building Services Inc

Sterling, VA  20166

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3. Wacker Plumbing

Sterling, VA  20164

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Product Description

The FVIR-compliant Promax Direct Vent gas water heater is to designed to draw air from outside the home, eliminating problems caused by insufficient indoor ventilation. The unit has horizontal air intake and venting on all models up to 80” from the outside wall with no electrical power needed.

Featuring a 50-gallon tank and a 47,000 BTU gas burner, the GDVT-50 (LP) Direct Vent delivers a first hour rating of 92 gallons and a recovery rate of 51 gallons per hour. With an 0.61 Energy Factor, this water heater is not ENERGY STAR® qualified. It carries a 6-year limited tank warranty, and meets Low NOx emission requirements.

Where to Buy

Where to Buy

Ashburn, VA 20149

Location #1

F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

Manassas, VA

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Location #2

Advanced Building Services Inc

Sterling, VA

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Location #3

Wacker Plumbing

Sterling, VA

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Certifications

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6

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limited warranty

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UL Listed means that the product met UL's safety requirements
CSA International Low Lead Content Certification in compliance with U.S. and Canadian safety standards on gas components
AHRI Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute
CSA International Design Certification The CSA Blue Star indicates the product is certified to applicable U.S. standards for appliances using gas or other petroleum fuel

Tech Specs

  • Nominal Capacity:
    ?Nominal capacity is the representative number pursuant to the safety standard certification process for water heaters
     50
  • Maximum BTUs: 47,000
  • Power Source: Propane
  • Limited Tank Warranty: 6 Years
  • Limited Parts Warranty: 6 Years
  • Anode: Coregard‰ã¢ Sacrificial Anode
  • T&P Relief Valve: Yes
  • Water Connection Location: Top
  • Water Connection Size: 3/4"
  • Emissions: Low NOx
  • First Hour Rating: 92

Dimensions & Venting

  • Type: Tall
  • Height: 60"
  • Height w/Draft Hood: 74"
  • Diameter: 22"
  • Width: 22"
  • Depth: 22"
  • Shipping Weight: 215 lbs / 97 kg
  • Vent Type: Direct Vent

DynaClean™ Dip Tube

Helps reduce lime and sediment buildup, maximizes hot water output. Made from long-lasting PEX cross-linked polymer.

Self-Powered Electronic Gas Valve

Uses a thermopile to generate the power needed to operate the electronic gas control without requiring an external power source.

Diagnostics

The electronic gas control incorporates an LED status indicator that monitors system operation and service diagnostics.

Brass Drain Valve

• Solid brass, tamper resistant, enhanced-flow, ball type, valve.

• Uses a standard female hose fitting that allows for fast and easy draining during maintenance.

• Screwdriver slot features a 1/4 turn radius, for straight-through water flow and a quick and positive shut off.

Gas water heaters heat water by burning either natural gas or LP (propane). Gas water heaters need a source of air and also need to be vented properly. Cold water enters the water heater through an internal “dip tube” which forces the cold water to the bottom of the tank and pushes hot water out through the outlet connection. This arrangement provides the most hot water for a given tank size. Most gas water heaters use a pilot light. The pilot light on some models also generates the power needed to operate an electronic gas valve. When cold water enters the tank, the temperature sensor on the gas control tells the main gas valve to open. Gas flows to the burner where it is lit by the pilot light. The air needed by the burner is supplied by the room where the water heater is installed. The exhaust gases are vented to the outside. When the proper temperature is reached, the main gas valve shuts off. Because water can corrode the steel tank, we glass line the inside of the tank and install an anode rod to help reduce corrosion. The temperature and pressure relief valve is a safety device designed to open if the internal temperature or pressure of the tank exceeds certain limits. Water heaters should be large enough to provide adequate hot water even when temperatures are cold and household demand is greatest.

Rebate and incentive programs provide cash-back to consumers for the purchase of appliances that meet certain energy efficiency standards. Often, these standards are tied to the ENERGY STAR® certification program.

Cash for Appliances is designed to encourage the purchase of energy efficient appliances. Consumers who purchase ENERGY STAR® certified or CEE qualified appliances can receive cash rebates. Most states are offering rebates in the $50 to $250 range.

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Ashburn, VA 20149

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Number of minutes you can enjoy a shower before running out of hot water. Assumes a 2.2 GPM flow rate.

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Number of back-to-back showers you can take without running out of hot water. Assumes a 2.2 GPM flow rate and an 8 minute shower length.

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Number of back-to-back showers you can take without running out of hot water. Assumes a 2.2 GPM flow rate and an 8 minute shower length.

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Number of showers you can take at the same time without running out of hot water.Assumes a 2.2 GPM flow rate and an 8 minute shower length.

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Number of showers you can take at the same time without running out of hot water.Assumes a 2.2 GPM flow rate and an 8 minute shower length.

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Biggest tub this water heater will fill without running out of hot water. Assumes a 5.0 GPM flow rate, and a 67% fill level.

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Biggest tub this water heater will fill without running out of hot water. Assumes a 5.0 GPM flow rate, and a 67% fill level.

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Number of minutes required to fill a 55 gallon tub. Assumes a 5.0 GPM flow rate and a 67% fill level.

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Number of minutes required to fill a 55 gallon tub. Assumes a 5.0 GPM flow rate and a 67% fill level.

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The estimated annual cost to operate this water heater in Ashburn, VA.

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Many factors affect the actual performance of a water heater. This represents our closest approximation of your likely experience with this water heater in Ashburn, VA, but actual performance may vary depending on factors beyond our ability to control or estimate. To view or adjust our assumptions of the most common factors that impact this product’s performance in Ashburn, VA, please view the advanced settings. *Annual energy costs are estimated from the energy efficiency of each water heater, your household’s estimated water usage & set temperature, the average groundwater temperature for your location, and residential energy prices as reported by the Department of Energy.

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Product Features & Options

DynaClean™ Dip Tube

Helps reduce lime and sediment buildup, maximizes hot water output. Made from long-lasting PEX cross-linked polymer.

Self-Powered Electronic Gas Valve

Uses a thermopile to generate the power needed to operate the electronic gas control without requiring an external power source.

Diagnostics

The electronic gas control incorporates an LED status indicator that monitors system operation and service diagnostics.

Brass Drain Valve

• Solid brass, tamper resistant, enhanced-flow, ball type, valve.

• Uses a standard female hose fitting that allows for fast and easy draining during maintenance.

• Screwdriver slot features a 1/4 turn radius, for straight-through water flow and a quick and positive shut off.

How it Works

Gas water heaters heat water by burning either natural gas or LP (propane). Gas water heaters need a source of air and also need to be vented properly. Cold water enters the water heater through an internal “dip tube” which forces the cold water to the bottom of the tank and pushes hot water out through the outlet connection. This arrangement provides the most hot water for a given tank size. Most gas water heaters use a pilot light. The pilot light on some models also generates the power needed to operate an electronic gas valve. When cold water enters the tank, the temperature sensor on the gas control tells the main gas valve to open. Gas flows to the burner where it is lit by the pilot light. The air needed by the burner is supplied by the room where the water heater is installed. The exhaust gases are vented to the outside. When the proper temperature is reached, the main gas valve shuts off. Because water can corrode the steel tank, we glass line the inside of the tank and install an anode rod to help reduce corrosion. The temperature and pressure relief valve is a safety device designed to open if the internal temperature or pressure of the tank exceeds certain limits. Water heaters should be large enough to provide adequate hot water even when temperatures are cold and household demand is greatest.

Certifications

6

year

limited warranty

CSA International Low Lead Content Certification in compliance with U.S. and Canadian safety standards on gas components
The Blue Diamond formula is enriched with a high level of zircon, producing a coating that is harder and more water-resistant than any other in the industry
CSA International Design Certification The CSA Blue Star indicates the product is certified to applicable U.S. standards for appliances using gas or other petroleum fuel
Green Choice is an environmentally friendly gas burner that cuts residential water heater emissions - NOx - by up to 33% and is used in both natural or propane gas water-heater models

Product Specifications


Tech Specs
Nominal Capacity:
?Nominal capacity is the representative number pursuant to the safety standard certification process for water heaters
 50
Maximum BTUs: 47,000
Power Source: Propane
Limited Tank Warranty: 6 Years
Limited Parts Warranty: 6 Years
Anode: Coregard䋢 Sacrificial Anode
T&P Relief Valve: Yes
Water Connection Location: Top
Water Connection Size: 3/4"
Emissions: Low NOx
First Hour Rating: 92
Dimensions & Venting
Type: Tall
Height: 60"
Height w/Draft Hood: 74"
Diameter: 22"
Width: 22"
Depth: 22"
Shipping Weight: 215 lbs / 97 kg
Vent Type: Direct Vent

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Technical Documents

Marketing Resources

Incentives

Rebate and incentive programs provide cash-back to consumers for the purchase of appliances that meet certain energy efficiency standards. Often, these standards are tied to the ENERGY STAR® certification program.

Cash for Appliances is designed to encourage the purchase of energy efficient appliances. Consumers who purchase ENERGY STAR® certified or CEE qualified appliances can receive cash rebates. Most states are offering rebates in the $50 to $250 range.

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