Technical Specifications

Essential
Essential electric water heaters are engineered for longer life –
resistored heating elements and premium grade anode rod
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Richmond Water Heaters • 1115 Northmeadow Parkway, Suite 100, Roswell, Georgia 30076
© Rheem Manufacturing Company • 02/18 • FORM NO. T-641 Rev. 6
Essential
28, 30, 36, 38, 40, 47 and
50-Gallon Capacities
240 Volt AC/Single Phase
Electric
EFFICIENCY
• .90 - .93 UEF
• Isolated tank design reduces conductive
heat loss
• 4500 Watt resistored copper elements
to prolong anode rod and tank life
PERFORMANCE
• FHR: 45 - 63 gallons, based on gallon
capacity
• Recovery: 21 GPH at a 90° F rise
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
• Automatic thermostat keeps water at
desired temperature
PLUS…
• EverKleen
™
self cleaning device ghts
harmful sediment build-up with a
high- velocity spiraling water stream
– helps operating efciency by saving
energy, money and improving tank life
• Temperature and pressure relief valve
included
• HUD certied for manufactured
housing and modular construction
• Low lead compliant
WARRANTY
• 6-Year limited tank and parts warranty*
* See Residential Warranty Certicate for complete
information
Units meet or exceed ANSI requirements and have
been tested according to D.O.E. procedures. Units
meet or exceed the energy efciency requirements of
NAECA, ASHRAE standard 90, ICC Code and all state
energy efciency performance criteria.
Ask about
LEED Points
C
DIAMETER
A
B
HOT
WATER
CONNECTION
COLD
WATER
CONNECTION
ANODE
ROD
RELIEF VALVE
CONNECTION
8"
WATER CONNECTIONS ALL 3/4" N.P.T.
Uniform Energy Factor and rated gallon capacity based on Department of Energy (DOE) requirements.
** Water heater dimensions prior to installing insulation blanket that is included with water heater
• Heaters furnished with standard 240 volt AC, single phase non-simultaneous wiring, and 4500 watt upper and lower heating elements.
• If heating elements of different wattages than those shown are demanded by zone requirements, they must be specically requested.
• Single element models available on special order (6000W max.). Substitute “1” for “2” in model number.
• Special Wiring Options – A limited number of special wiring options are available. Consult factory for price and availability.
• All models equipped with heat traps.
DESCRIPTION FEATURES ROUGHING IN DIMENSIONS (SHOWN IN INCHES) ENERGY INFO.
T
Y
P
E
NOMINAL
GALLON
CAPACITY
RATED
GALLON
CAPACITY
MODEL
NUMBER
FIRST HOUR
RATING
G.P.H.
RECOVERY
IN G.P.H.
90° F RISE
TANK
HEIGHT
A
HEIGHT TO
WATER CONN.
B
DIAMETER
C
APPROX.
SHIP WT.
(LBS.)
UNIFORM
ENERGY
FACTOR
(UEF)
ESTIMATED
YEARLY
ENERGY
COST
Tall 30 27 6E30-D 46 21 47-1/2 50-3/8 19-3/4 92 0.92 $293
Tall 40 36 6E40-D 55 21 60-3/4 63-5/8 19-1/4 109 0.93 $419
Tall 50 45 6E50-D 63 21 58-5/8 61-5/8 20-3/8 121 0.93 $419
Med. 30 27 6EM30-D 45 21 37-1/2 40-1/2 20-1/4 92 0.90 $299
Med. 40 36 6EM40-D 55 21 48-3/8 50-1/2 20-1/4 106 0.93 $419
Med. 50 45 6EM50-D 62 21 48 50-1/2 23 132 0.93 $419
Short 28 25 6ES30-D 45 21 30 31-1/8 23 95 0.92 $293
Short 30 27 6ESB30-2** 46 21 30-1/8 32 19-3/4 95 0.92 $293
Short 36 33 6ES40-D 46 21 31-1/2 33 24-1/4 118 0.92 $293
Short 38 35 6ESB40-2** 51 21 31-1/2 32-5/8 23 108 0.92 $424
Short 47 43 6ES50-D 54 21 32 32 26-1/4 148 0.93 $419
Recovery = wattage/2.42 x temp. rise °F.
Example: 4500W
= 21 GPH
2.42 x 90°
Recovery calculations used are
based on 4500 watt elements used in
non-simultaneous operation.