ProLine® 40-Gallon Atmospheric Vent Short Natural Gas Water Heater

Model GCBL-40
5 out of 5 Customer Rating
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Capacity (Gallons)
Limited Tank Warranty
Height Classification
Advanced Options
Fuel Source
First Hour Rating
Maximum BTU's
Side Loop
Diameter
  • Delivers 68-gallon first hour rating
  • 40,000 BTU input atmospheric vent design delivers up to 0.57 Uniform Energy Factor
  • Standard atmospheric vent installation with 3" or 4" B-vent, no power required
Product Details
  • Delivers 68-gallon first hour rating
  • 40,000 BTU input atmospheric vent design delivers up to 0.57 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® 40-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 40-gallon (nominal) tank and a 40,000 BTU gas burner, the GCBL-40 Standard Vent delivers a first hour rating of 68 gallons and a recovery rate of 41 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.

Specifications
Tech Specs
Nominal Gallon Capacity
40 Gallons
Rated Storage Volume
38 Gallons
UEF
0.57
Maximum BTUs
40,000
Power Source
GAS
Limited Tank Warranty
6 Years
Limited Parts Warranty
6 Years
T&P Relief Valve
TRUE
Water Connection Location
TOP
Water Connection Size
0.75"
First Hour Rating
68 Gallons
ASME Certified
No
Blanket Included
Yes
Destination Country
US
Flue Diameter
4.00
Fuel Source
NATURAL
Height to Gas Valve
12.50
Height to T&P
41.25
Ignition Type
Pilot with Piezo Igniter
Installation Type
INDOOR
Application
RESIDENTIAL
Product Tier
ProLine®
Shipping Height 
51.31
Shipping Length 
26.63
Shipping Width 
21.13
Side Loop
No
Dimension & Venting
Type
Water Heater
Height
47.75"
Diameter
20 in."
Shipping Weight
134lbs
Vent Type
Atmospheric Vent
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Nominal Capacity
40 Gallons
Rated Storage Volume
38 Gallons
Diameter
20 in."
Width
17.75"
Depth
23.75"
11.25"
Height
47.75"
23.63"
Shipping Weight
134lbs
70lbs
Power Source
GAS
GAS
Limited Tank Warranty
6 Years
0 Years
Limited Parts Warranty
6 Years
5 Years
T&P Relief Valve
TRUE
Water Connection Location
TOP
BOTTOM
Water Connection Size
0.75"
First Hour Rating
68 Gallons
Thermal Efficiency
0%
0%
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