HomeMy WebLinkAboutRHEEM 20-55GAL ELECTRICAL SPECS04/17 FORM NO. THD-PE06 N Rev. 3
PERFORMANCE
20 to 50-Gallon Capacities
240 Volt AC/Single Phase
Double and Single Element Models
See specifications chart on back.
PERFORMANCE™ electric water heaters
feature dual copper heating elements
and a six-year warranty
Efficiency .92 - .93 UEF Isolated tank design reduces
conductive heat loss Dual 3800W or 4500W copper
heating elements depending on unit
Performance FHR: 33 - 62 gallons, based on
gallon capacity Recovery: Up to 21 GPH at a
90° F rise, depending on model**
Longer Life Premium grade anode rod provides
long-lasting tank protection
Features Electric junction box located above
heating elements for easy installation Over-temperature protector cuts
off power in excess temperature
situations
Plus… Temperature and pressure relief valve
included Low lead compliant
Warranty 6-Year limited warranty for tank
and parts, 1-year full in-home labor
warranty*
*See written warranty for complete details
Units meet or exceed ANSI requirements and have
been tested according to D.O.E. procedures. Units
meet or exceed the energy efficiency requirements
of NAECA, ASHRAE standard 90, ICC Code and all
state energy efficiency performance criteria.
Fuel Type Description
Nominal
Gallon
Capacity
Rated
Gallon
Capacity
Model
Number
Recovery
in G.P.H.
90° F Rise
First Hour
Rating
G.P.H.
Tank
Height
A
Height to
Water Conn.
B
Diameter
C
Ship
Weight
(LBS.)
Energy
Factor
Uniform
Energy Factor
(UEF)
Electric Tall 50 45 XE50T06ST45U1 21 52 58-7/8 61-5/8 20-1/4 121 0.95 0.93
Electric Medium 50 45 XE50M06ST45U1 21 62 48 50-1/2 23 132 0.95 0.93
Electric Short 47 43 XE47SB06ST45U0*21 54 32 34 26-1/4 169 0.95 0.93
Electric Tall 40 36 XE40T06ST45U1 21 52 60-3/4 63-5/8 19-1/4 109 0.95 0.93
Electric Medium 40 36 XE40M06ST45U1 21 51 48-1/4 50-1/2 20-1/4 106 0.95 0.93
Electric Medium 40 36 XE40M06ST38U1 17 42 48-1/4 50-1/2 20-1/4 106 0.95 0.92
Electric Short 38 35 XE38S06ST45U1*21 54 31-1/2 32-5/8 23 108 0.95 0.93
Electric Short 38 35 XE38S06ST38U1*17 34 31-1/2 32-5/8 23 108 0.95 0.92
Electric Short 36 33 XE36S06ST45U0 21 46 31-1/2 33 24-1/4 118 0.95 0.92
Electric Short 36 33 XE36S06ST38U0 17 34 31-1/2 33 24-1/4 118 0.95 0.92
Electric Tall 30 27 XE30T06ST45U1 21 48 47-1/2 50-3/8 19-1/4 92 0.95 0.92
Electric Tall 30 27 XE30T06ST38U1 17 36 47-1/2 50-3/8 19-1/4 92 0.95 0.92
Electric Medium 30 27 XE30M06ST45U1 21 45 37-1/2 40-1/2 20-1/4 92 0.95 0.92
Electric Short 30 27 XE30S06ST45U1*21 43 30 32 19-3/4 95 0.95 0.92
Electric Short 30 27 XE30S06ST38U1*17 33 30 32 19-3/4 95 0.95 0.92
Electric Short 28 25 XE28S06ST45U0 21 43 30 31-1/8 23 95 0.95 0.92
Electric Short 28 25 XE28S06ST38U0 17 33 30 31-1/8 23 95 0.95 0.92
Electric Short 20 N/A XE20S06ST38U0 17 N/A 31-1/2 31-1/2 17 62 N/A N/A
**Recovery = wattage/2.42 x temp. rise °F.
Example: 4500W = 21 GPH
2.42 x 90°
**Recovery = wattage/2.42 x temp. rise °F.
Example: 3800W = 17 GPH
2.42 x 90°
* Water heater dimensions prior to installing insulation blanket that is included with water theater. The blanket adds 1-1/2 inches to tank height
and 2 inches to tank diameter, except on model XE47S06T45UO the blanket adds 5 inches to tank diameter.
Uniform Energy Factor and Energy Factor based on Department of Energy (D.O.E.) requirements.
• Heaters furnished with standard 240 volt AC, single phase non-simultaneous wiring, and 4500 watt upper and lower heating elements.
• All models equipped with heat traps.
* *Recovery calculations used are based on 4500 watt elements used in non-simultaneous operation. CDIAMETER
A
B
HOTWATERCONNECTION COLDWATERCONNECTION
ANODEROD
RELIEF VALVECONNECTION
8"
WATER CONNECTIONS ALL 3/4" N.P.T.
Electric Specifications
04/17 FORM NO. THD-PE06 N Rev. 3
In keeping with its policy of continuous progress and product improvement, Rheem reserves the right to make changes without notice.
Rheem Water Heating • 101 Bell Road
Montgomery, Alabama 36117-4305 • www.rheem.com