Product Details
 
The ProLine® XE 50-Gallon Power Vent Natural Gas Water Heater is engineered to maximize efficiency while offering greater flexibility in installation options. Featuring a 50-gallon (nominal) tank and a 50,000 BTU gas burner, the GPVT-50 Power Vent delivers a first hour rating of 97 gallons and a recovery rate of 55.9 gallons per hour. This model features a 0.72 Uniform Energy Factor and carries a 6-year limited warranty. Environmentally-friendly insulation and factory-installed heat trap nipples reduce heat loss for maximum energy savings. This ProLine® XE 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.
Delivers 97-gallon first hour rating
50,000 BTU input power vent design delivers up to 0.72 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
Automatic pilot relight system shuts reduces gas consumption and eliminates nuisance pilot outages
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
 
Product Specifications
 
Tech Specs
Nominal Capacity: 
50
Rated Storage Volume 
48
UEF
0.72
Maximum BTUs:
50,000
Power Source:
Natural Gas
Limited Tank Warranty:
6 Years
Limited Parts Warranty:
6 Years
Anode:
Standard Anode
T&P Relief Valve:
Yes
Pilot Reset Button:
Yes
Ignition Type:
Electronic
Water Connection Location:
Top
Water Connection Size:
3/4"
Emissions:
Low NOx
LEED Rating:
1
FVIR Certified:
Yes
First Hour Rating:
97
Dimensions & Venting
Type:
Tall
Height:
58 1/8"
Height w/Draft Hood:
68 1/8"
Diameter:
22"
Width:
22"
Depth:
29 1/8"
Vent Type:
Power Vent