Power Direct Vent induced draft gas water heater is a perfect choice for
tight construction or when indoor air quality is a concern.
Efficiency
Performance
Self-Diagnostic System
Low Emissions
Features:
Flammable Vapor Detection System
Flexible Venting Options
Longer Life
High Altitude Compliant
Plus…
Efficiency
- .62 - .67** EF
Performance
- FHR: Up to 139-gallons for natural and LP gas
- Recovery: 38.4 to 75.8 at a 90 degree rise, based on model
Self-Diagnostic System
- Integrated system control for easy installation and service
Low Emissions
- Eco-friendly burner, low NOx design
Features:
- Two pipe system: one pipe pulls in outside air for combustion and the other exhausts combustion gases
- 120 VAC powered blower
- New whisper quiet blower
Flammable Vapor Detection System
- Protective control system that disables the heater in the presence of flammable vapor accumulation
Flexible Venting Options
- Long venting lengths up to 100 feet
- PVC, ABS, or CPVC vent pipe options
- Vertical or horizontal termination
- Concentric vent kit available
Longer Life
- Patented magnesium anode rod with resistor protects the tank from rust
High Altitude Compliant
- Models are certified for applications up to 10,200 feet above sea level
Plus…
- Brass drain valve and temperature and pressure relief valve are included
- Durable silicon nitride igniter (HSI)
- Side taps for space heating applications on 50-65, 65 and 75-gallon models
- EverKleen™ device removes sediment
- Standard replacement parts
DESCRIPTION | ENERGY INFO | ||||
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STANDARD POWER DIRECT VENT |
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TYPE | GAL CAP. | MODEL NUMBER | ENERGY FACTOR |
ENERGY STAR® | |
NAT. | LP | ||||
TALL | 40 | RU PDV40 | 0.67 | 0.67 | |
50 | RU PDV50 | 0.67 | 0.67 | ||
50 | RU PDV50-65 | 0.62 | 0.62 | ||
65 | RU PDV65 | 0.62 | 0.62 | ||
75 | RU PDV75 | - | 0.62 |
Specifications
- Induced draft that is FVIR compliant
- 40, 50, 65 and 75 gallon capacities
- Integrated self-diagnostic system control, thermostat and gas valve
Energy Guide Details
- Understanding Energy Efficiency
- Click here to review this water heater's Energy Guide for more details.
Certifications
Documents
Warranties
Tank Warranty - 6 Years
Parts Warranty - 6 Years
With ProtectionPlus™ the 6-year limited tank warranty becomes 10 years!
With ProtectionPlus™ the 6-year limited tank warranty becomes 10 years!

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