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40 Gallon GPVT-40 50,000 BTU ProLine XE Power Vent Residential Gas Water Heater - Tall (LP)
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$1,880.01 each
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MANUALS (4)
This item replaces: GPVR-40-LP
Lift Gate
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This product weighs 176 lbs. and may require the use of a lift gate. If you do require a lift gate at your delivery, you'll have the option to add this FREE of charge when you checkout.
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Product Highlights
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Propane
Power Vent, CPVC, Polypropylene, ABS, PVC
6 Year Tank/6 Year Parts Limited Warranty
38 Gallons
68.5" Height
20" Diameter
Description
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The ProLine XE 40-Gallon Power Vent Liquid Propane Water Heater is engineered to maximize efficiency while offering greater flexibility in installation options. Featuring a 40-gallon (nominal) tank and a 50,000 BTU propane burner, the GPVT-40 (LP) Power Vent delivers a first hour rating of 87 gallons and a recovery rate of 55.9 gallons per hour. This model features a 0.70 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.
Product Details
- Delivers 87-gallon first hour rating
- 50,000 BTU input power vent design delivers up to 0.70 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
Specs
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| Application: | Plumbing |
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| Intended Household: | 2-3 Person |
| Fuel Type: | Propane |
| Capacity (Gallons): | 38 |
| BTU Input: | 50000 |
| Gas Connection: | 1/2" |
| Water Connection: | 3/4" |
| Vent Type: | Power Vent CPVC Polypropylene ABS PVC |
| Vent Size: | 3" 2" 4" |
| ASME: | No |
| Max Pressure (PSI): | 150 |
| 1st Hour Delivery (Gallons): | 90 |
| Energy Factor: | 0.70 |
| Max Altitude (Feet): | 10100 |
| Recovery 90°F Rise: | 55.9 GPH |
| Height (Inches): | 68.5" |
| Diameter (Inches): | 20" |
| Depth (Inches): | 27-1/8" |
| Weight (lbs): | 176 lbs |
| Warranty: | 6 Year Tank/6 Year Parts Limited |
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4.82 out of 61 reviews
98% would recommend this product
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Most Liked Positive Review
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Works as Advertised
I had an A.O. Smith for 16 years before the fire eye sensor went bad, and of course there are no replacement parts on the market for that unit, so just decided to invest in a newer, more efficient A.O. Smith model than throw money at an older, less efficient model. Over the later years I did have to clean the fire-eye sensor periodically. If not clean the unit would not open the main gas valve after the pilot was lit since it didn't know it had a flame to light the main gas burner. It was ready to go, but just didn't know it was safe to flow gas.
This unit seems to be really well built like the last A.O. Smith I owned, and it is absolutely true that the setting on just 'Hot' puts out water that is more than satisfactorily hot for washing dishes and clothing. I actually turned it below the hot setting since for our needs it was initially too hot at the sink. Didn't give it a 5 star since I haven't owned it long enough to see how all the newer safety upgrades such as a sealed combustion chamber work over time. I suspect it will last as long as the last unit, so I would definitely recommend this 40 gallon unit for those looking to downsize from a 50+ gallon unit. I also appreciate that the forced vent blower fan is so much more quiet than the 16 year old unit.
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Working fine
Have had the hot water heater installed for about a week now and it is working fine. Much quieter than my old unit and with the 50K BTU burner the first hour rating is higher than my old 50 gallon unit. Ordering was easy and delivery was within a couple of days with no issues. A little disappointed with the overall quality however. The flexible gas line from the gas valve to the burner was too long so somebody bent it like a pretzel to take up the extra length. Consequently somebody bent the outer gas door to fit over the distorted gas line which made for a pretty ugly unit This was very obvious and do not understand how it passed a final quality inspection like that. Only took me a couple of minutes to correct it. Also found several sheet metal screws laying in the bottom of the shipping box. Don't know if they belong to something or if they are extras.
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lots of hot water, even upstairs
much better job providing hot water than my previous bigger and much more expensive hot water heater.
Aepied
GA
5 months ago
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Super quick delivery
Came very quickly and packaged very well with no issues. Easy to change out as same like and kind
Steve
Southern Ohio
1 years ago
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I would buy this product again
Great hwh. Unfortunately it came with a dent from shipping
Double j
IA
4 years ago
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Working GREAT
I come from a family of plumbers and AO Smith has always been first choice for water heaters. This is our first power vent water heater and I am surprised how quiet it actually is. Functions well, quick recovery.
Our family of 3 has no issue with ever running out of hot water... even when doing laundry and showering at the same time. (not the same place of course)
Godfather
Cadillac, MI
4 years ago
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Worked Great Until Sudden Leaks
Bought this water heater to replace very old WH that came with home we bough. Worked great for 6 years, never ran out of hot water, really never had any problems. Cleaned/drained it every year or so. Came home yesterday to find top of Dip Tube had completely corroded; steam from hot water in tank was leaking/venting out of the top and water was leaking all over the floor. Very disappointed that this only lasted 6 years. Is conveniently 3 months after warranty expired. Will not be buying AO Smith brand again.
Mike G
Summit NJ
4 years ago
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2nd time was the charm....
With the understanding of the current delivery logistical issues in the country, my 1st shipped unit arrived after 3 weeks, but the transport carrier YRC, failed to properly secure the unit to the side walls of the cargo van.
The 2 vinyl straps that held it to the skid weren't enough to keep it upright and the unit arrived laying horizontal on top of the gas valve and damage to the side walls. Of course I rejected the shipment.
I contacted customer service and they were able to get me another unit delivered within 5-7 business days via Fed Ex.
It was in perfect condition and the service was as expected.
The price was also $300 less than my local plumbing supply house for the same unit......
So, although it's 300$ more than 18 months prior (pre pandemic) the experience was as good as I could hope and reasonable for a quality product w/ delivery to my door w/ lift gate service as most residences have no loading dock! LOL....
DCoop
Indiana
4 years ago
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Great hot water heater, but not cheap
Have a large household and have two water heaters. First one went and grabbed one of these and it worked great. Then the second went and we got another for an additional $400 just six months later. Did all the work ourselves, but the prices are just getting ridiculous. Great units that provide hot water for 9 people in our home. So much better than our 20 year old units we replaced, and a lot quieter blower. Hoping these last 20+ years as well.
Matt
Cleveland, TN
5 years ago
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these things are bullet proof
this is my go to 40 gallon power vent heater
I have never had any issues, and I'm glad I started converting all my affluent water tank replacements to power vent... hook up the gas, water and vent, plug it in, set the temp, and you're done...
the other brian
Riverside, IL
5 years ago
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Ao Smith lp gas water heater
Our last AO smith water heater was almost 24 years old Nd started leaking. We knew we wanted another when we replaced it. This one is very quiet and seems to be living up to the qualities we expect from AO Smith
Chuck
Ohio
6 years ago
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Very Happy, So Far
So Far, So Good. 2 weeks in. Installation was DIY. SupplyHouse tech support was great! Pay close attention to venting specifications as the unit's sensors are right on.
Steve
Helena, MT
7 years ago
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Product Q&A
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Q: Can this unit be converted to burn natural gas in the future?
Asked by Mikey 10 years ago
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Verified Reply- Supplyhouse StaffAt this time the GPVT-40-LP cannot be converted to NG. However the GPVT-40 is sold as an NG unit. Thank you.
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Verified Reply- Supplyhouse StaffNo it can not, water heaters can not be converted.
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Q: I can't find the AHRI reference number for this model it is suppose to be 7 digit....
Asked by Kandy 10 years ago
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Verified Reply- SupplyHouse StaffThe reference number for the GPVT-40-200 is 5497154.
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Q: What is the maximum output temperature?
Asked by Andy 10 years ago
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Verified Reply- SupplyHouse StaffThe "very hot" setting on the control is roughly 155 degrees. Exact temperature may vary due to different conditions.
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Q: Is this unit high altitude compliant?
Asked by Rod 12 years ago
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Verified Reply- SupplyHouse StaffThis unit is approved for operation for altitudes of up to 10,100 ft. The standard orifice must be replaced for operation above this height.
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Q: why do you need a power vent water heater-I just bought 2-40gal & the pilot light goes out after a few hours,do l need a power vent ,the original ones lasted 18 yrs venting from basement to chimney
Asked by R D 12 years ago
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Verified Reply- SupplyHouse StaffPower vent water heaters generally have blower motors that allow them to exhaust horizontally out side walls. They still pull combustion air from indoors. Direct vent units also have blowers, but they have a second vent pipe for bringing intake air from outdoors.
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Q: What are the clearances for the venting related to windows
Asked by Joe blow 12 years ago
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Verified Reply- SupplyHouse StaffThe minimum clearance venting requirement for windows which can be opened is 4ft below or to the sides of the opening and 1ft above. For permanently closed windows a minimum of 1ft on all sides is required.
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Q: Hi, I would like to know if this heater draws intake air from the outside of the house. Thanks,Carl
Asked by termite 14 years ago
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Verified Reply- PexSupply StaffPower vent units like this one draw combustion air from inside the house. Direct vent models bring intake air from outdoors and require either a second protrusion from the building or a concentric vent kit in order to do this.
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