Vertex™ 50-Gallon Ultra-Low NOx Power Direct Vent Liquid Propane Gas Water Heater

Model GDHE-50
4.2 out of 5 Customer Rating
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Capacity (Gallons)
Fuel Source
  • Delivers 100-gallon first hour rating
  • Versatile ENERGY STAR® certified power direct vent design delivers up to 0.88 Uniform Energy Factor (96% Thermal Efficiency)
  • Advanced high efficiency condensing design delivers energy savings & continuous hot water at a constant flow of over 4 gallons per minute
Product Details
  • Delivers 100-gallon first hour rating
  • Versatile ENERGY STAR® certified power direct vent design delivers up to 0.88 Uniform Energy Factor (96% Thermal Efficiency)
  • Advanced high efficiency condensing design delivers energy savings & continuous hot water at a constant flow of over 4 gallons per minute
  • Helical coil internal heat exchanger lengthens heat transfer cycle and reduces lime & scale build-up to maintain high efficiency operation
  • Power direct vent design installs with 2" or 3" PVC, CPVC or polypropylene pipe terminating through outside wall
  • Top fired Ultra-Low NOX gas burner, meets or exceeds emission requirements in California & Utah
  • Push-button piezo ignitor makes lighting pilot fast & easy
  • Patented Blue Diamond® glass tank lining protects against corrosion
  • 6-year limited tank and parts warranty

  • The Vertex™ 50-Gallon Ultra-Low NOx Power Direct Vent Liquid Propane Gas Water Heater is designed specifically to generate a constant flow of 4 gallons per minute, resulting in continuous hot water for your home. Featuring a 50-gallon (nominal) tank and a 100,000 BTU gas burner, the GDHE-50 Power Direct Vent delivers a thermal efficiency of 96%, a Uniform Energy Factor of 0.88, and a recovery rate of 129 gallons per hour. It carries a 6-year limited warranty, and meets Ultra-Low NOx emission requirements. 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
50 Gallons
Rated Storage Volume
49.8 Gallons
UEF
0.88
Thermal Efficiency
96%
Maximum BTUs
100,000
Power Source
GAS
Limited Tank Warranty
6 Years
Limited Parts Warranty
6 Years
T&P Relief Valve
TRUE
Water Connection Location
BOTH
First Hour Rating
100 Gallons
ASME Certified
No
Amperes
5
Destination Country
US
Energy Star Certified
true
Fuel Source
PROPANE
Installation Type
INDOOR
Application
RESIDENTIAL
Recovery Rise at 90°F
129
Shipping Height 
73.38
Shipping Length 
30
Shipping Width 
26
Side Loop
Yes
Voltage
120
Dimension & Venting
Type
Water Heater
Diameter
22 in."
Shipping Weight
225lbs
Vent Type
Power Vent
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Nominal Capacity
50 Gallons
Rated Storage Volume
49.8 Gallons
Diameter
22 in."
Width
17.75"
Depth
11.25"
Height
23.63"
Shipping Weight
225lbs
70lbs
Power Source
GAS
GAS
Limited Tank Warranty
6 Years
15 Years
Limited Parts Warranty
6 Years
5 Years
T&P Relief Valve
TRUE
Water Connection Location
BOTH
BOTTOM
First Hour Rating
100 Gallons
Thermal Efficiency
96%
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