- Delivers 65-gallon first hour rating
- 32,000 BTU input atmospheric vent design delivers up to 0.60 Uniform Energy Factor
- Standard atmospheric vent installation with 3" or 4" B-vent, no power required
- Patented eco-friendly Green Choice® Gas Burner design reduces NOx emissions by up to 33% and complies with Low-NOx emission requirements
- Push-button piezo ignitor makes lighting pilot fast & easy
- Patented Blue Diamond® glass tank lining protects against corrosion
- DynaClean™ automatic cleaning system protects against sediment build-up
- Stainless steel Coregard™ anode rod protects against corrosion longer than ordinary anodes
- Commercial-grade brass drain valve for durable and easy operation
- 6-year limited tank and parts warranty
The ProLine® 30-Gallon Atmospheric Vent Short Natural Gas Water Heater is designed to deliver an economical performance that can lower your energy bills and also provide long-lasting value. Featuring a 30-gallon (nominal) tank and a 32,000 BTU gas burner, the GCBL-30R Standard Vent delivers a first hour rating of 65 gallons and a recovery rate of 32 gallons per hour. It carries a 6-year limited tank warranty, and meets Low NOx emission requirements. This model ships with a supplied insulation blanket. Environmentally-friendly insulation and factory-installed heat trap nipples reduce heat loss for maximum energy savings. This ProLine® water heater is designed with A. O. Smith's superior commercial-grade tank protection. Advanced tank features include stainless steel Coregard™ anode rod, Blue Diamond® glass lining and DynaClean™ automatic sediment-cleaning system, all designed to help protect the tank from the corrosive effects of water and extend the life of the water heater. A. O. Smith’s ProLine® water heaters are residential products built to commercial-grade standard and are only available for purchase through professional wholesalers and contractors.
