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Product Details

• Delivers 80-gallon first hour rating
• 40,000 BTU input atmospheric vent design delivers up to 0.64 Uniform Energy Factor
• 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
• Intelligent electronic gas control provides precise temperature control and LED status indicator
• 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

The ProLine® 40-Gallon Atmospheric Vent Tall 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 GCR-40 Standard Vent delivers a first hour rating of 80 gallons and a recovery rate of 42 gallons per hour. It carries a 6-year limited tank warranty, and meets 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 standards and are only available for purchase through professional wholesalers and contractors.