Rheem RTG-53DVP Direct Vent Liquid Propane Tankless Water Heater for 1-2 Bathroom Homes

Rheem RTG-53DVP Direct Vent Liquid Propane Tankless Water Heater for 1-2 Bathroom Homes

5.3 gpm at a 45°F temperature rise (up to 6.8 gpm at 35°F)
Electronic ignition increases efficiency (no standing pilot light)
Exclusive! Guardian OFW™ overheat film wrap
A remote control thermostat is included with all models with 100°F - 140°F setpoint range (factory set at 120°F)
Digital display on thermostat shows temperature setting and maintenance/error codes
Environmentally friendly Low NOx burner meets SCAQMD rule 1146 requirements
Built-in electric blower to force exhaust gas to the outside
Supplied w/ a 120 volt power cord
Uses Category III stainless steel vents and vent horizontally or vertically
EZ-Link™ cable connects two like units to operate as one, doubling capacity – now available for high demand applications (cable not included)
Proper gas pressure must be ensured to supply tankless gas water heaters - up to 145,000 BTU
High altitude chip is required for installation above 3,280 ft (chip not included w/ unit)

Specifications

Gas Input BTU / Hr.21,600 - 145,000
Temp. Range100° - 140°F
IgnitionElectronic
Activation.66 GPM
Water Connection3/4"
Gas Connection3/4"
Vent Diameter3" x 5" Concentric
Energy Factor0.82
D.O.E. Annual Operating Cost$246
Flow Rate at 35°F Rise6.8 GPM
Flow Rate at 45°F Rise5.3 GPM
Flow Rate at 50°F Rise4.7 GPM
Flow Rate at 60°F Rise3.9 GPM
Flow Rate at 70°F Rise3.4 GPM
Flow Rate at 77°F Rise3.1 GPM
Flow Rate at 80°F Rise3.0 GPM
Flow Rate at 90°F Rise2.6 GPM
Flow Rate at 100°F Rise2.4 GPM
Minimum Clearance - Top12"
Minimum Clearance - Front12"
Minimum Clearance - Side1/2"
Minimum Clearance - Bottom12"
Minimum Clearance - Back0"

-Inlet Gas Pressure designed to operate at 4” w.c. natural gas (8” w.c. liquid propane) & must not exceed 10.5” w.c. for natural gas (14” w.c. for liquid propane)