Rheem PowerVent Commercial Gas Water Heater User manual

Power ent Commercial Gas Water Heaters
Available in 75 Gallon Tank-Type Models
75,000 BTU/Hr.
The Rheem-Ruud PowerVent commercial water heater is specifically designed
to fill the need wherever medium quantities of hot water are required. Typical
applications include large residences, small restaurants, apartments up to
6 units and small office buildings.
Construction Features:
• Long life tank design – proprietary
steel formulation with a unique coat
of high temperature porcelain
enamel to maximize corrosion
resistance resulting in a superior
tank design.
Guardian System™
•Air/fuel shut-off
system offers
double protection
•Maintenance free –
no filter to clean
Flammable apor
Detection Sensor
•Protective control system
that disables the heater in the
presence of flammable
vapor accumulation
Flexible enting Options
•Long venting lengths up to 100 feet
•PVC, ABS, or CPVC vent pipe
options
•Vertical or horizontal termination
New Quiet Blower
•Less noise than ever before
Self-Diagnostic System
•Integrated self-diagnostic system
control takes the guess work away
Environmentally Friendly Burner
•Low Ox design for low nitrous
oxide emissions
High Altitude Compliant
•Certified for applications
up to 7,700 feet above sea level
Longer Life
•Patented magnesium anode rod
design incorporates a special
resistor that protects the tank
from corrosion
•Provides longer tank life than using
standard magnesium anode rods
Additional Features
•Durable silicon nitride ignitor (HSI)
•Standard 110 volt electrical
connection
•Exceeds ational Appliance Energy
Conservation Act ( AECA) and
ASHRAE requirements
• Durable brass drain valve
• Temperature and pressure
relief valve –
AGA/ASME rated and factory
installed
Certifications and Ratings:
• Efficiency – these models have been tested according to DOE test procedures,
and meet or exceed thermal efficiency and standby loss requirements of current
ASHRAE standards (Part of the Federally mandated Energy Policy Act (EPact)
and RCA ). Also exceeds energy efficiency codes of all states including
California Energy Commission (CEC).
• Safety and construction – these products are design certified by
CSA Laboratories: a) To meet all safety and construction requirements of
A SI Z21.10.1. b) As an automatic storage water heater. c) For operation of
combustible floors, in alcove, and closet installations. d) For combination water
heating and space heating applications. All models are orth Carolina Code
compliant. Certified for a 150 PSI Maximum Working Pressure.
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75 Gallon
Capacity
ents Up To
34 Feet Using
3" P C Pipe
And Up To
95 Feet Using
4" P C Pipe

RECOVERY CAPACITIES Recovery in U.S. Gallons/Hr. (GPH) and Liters/Hr. (LPH) at various temperature rises
ODEL INPUT (BTU/HR.) 40°F 50°F 60°F 70°F 80°F 90°F 100°F 110°F 120°F
NU BER NATURAL & L.P. UNITS (22°C) (28°C) (33°C) (39°C) (45°C) (50°C) (56°C) (61°C) (67°C)
GPV75-75FV-2 75,000 GPH 173 138 115 99 86 77 69 63 58
LPH 654 523 436 374 327 291 262 238 218
GPV75-75PFV-2 70,000 GPH 161 129 107 92 81 72 64 59 54
LPH 610 489 407 349 305 272 244 222 203
Water heater(s) shall be model GPV75-75FV-2, manufactured by RHEEM-RUUD, having
gas input of 75,000 Btu/hr. and a recovery rate of 69 GPH at a 100°F temperature rise.
Water heater shall have a storage capacity of 75 gallons. Water heater shall have the CSA
seal of certification and be factory equipped with an AGA/ASME rated temperature and
pressure relief valve. Tank shall have a coating of high temperature porcelain enamel and
furnished with a magnesium anode rod rigidly supported. Water heater shall meet or
exceed the energy factor requirements of ASHRAE. Tank shall have a working pressure
rating of 150 psi, and shall be completely factory assembled, including a pressure
regulator properly adjusted for operation on ___________ gas. Water Heater shall have a
hot surface ignition system. Controls will be arranged for safety shutoff in event of pilot
failure. Complete unit shall be insulated with rigid polyurethane foam insulation. Water
Heater shall be covered by a three year limited warranty against tank leaks.
This product features a three year limited warranty against tank leaks.
Please refer to Commercial Warranty Information brochure
for complete warranty information.
AXI U DELIVERY Delivery in U.S. Gallons and Liters. (Includes useable storage and recovery for indicated times)
ODEL CAPACITY INPUT (BTU/HR.) TE P. 5 10 15 20 30 45 60 120 180 in. to Rec.
NU BER GALS LITERS NATURAL & L.P. RISE UNITS in. in. in. in. in. in. in. in. in. Contents
GPV75-75FV-2 75 284 75,000 100 °F GAL 59 65 71 77 89 107 125 198 271 65
37.7 °C LTR 224 246 267 292 337 405 474 750 1027
GPV75-75FV-2 75 284 70,000 100 °F GAL 58 63 68 74 84 100 117 182 246 70
37.7 °C LTR 219 239 259 279 319 380 443 687 932
DI ENSIONAL INFOR ATION All dimensions in English and etric units
ODEL APPROX. SHIP.
NU BER UNITS AB C D E FG WEIGHT
GPV75-75(P)FV-2 inches 72 60-1/8 26-1/4 14-3/4 11 53-1/4 1 330 Lbs
mm 1829 1527 667 375 279 1353 25 150 Kg
HOT
WATER
CONNECTION COLD
WATER
CONNECTION
POWER VENT
ASSEMBLY
C
BF
A
D
G
G
E
T&P FITTING
3/4" N.P. T.
SIDE TAPS
1/2"
ANODE ROD
Recommended Specifications:
Maximum and Minimum ent Lengths:
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Limited Warranty:
HIGH ALTITUDE (2,000-7,700 FT.): 3" VENT
NU BER OF INI U AXI U
90° ELBOWS NU BER PIPE PIPE
WITH VENT OF 45° LENGTH LENGTH
TER INAL ELBOWS REQ. (FT.) (FT.)
One (1) one – 34.0
One (1) One (1) 5.0 31.0
Two (2) one – 28.0
Two (2) One (1) – 25.0
Three (3) one – 22.0
SEA LEVEL TO HIGH ALTITUDE (0-7,700 FT.): 4" VENT*
NU BER OF INI U AXI U
90° ELBOWS NU BER PIPE PIPE
WITH VENT OF 45° LENGTH LENGTH
TER INAL ELBOWS REQ. (FT.) (FT.)
One (1) one – 95.0
One (1) One (1) 5.00 92.5
Two (2) one – 90.0
Two (2) One (1) – 87.5
Three (3) one – 85.0
Three (3) One (1) – 82.5
For the 3" and 4"
vent, one 90°
elbow is approxi-
mately equal to
5 feet of pipe.
One 45° elbow is
approximately
equal to
2.5 feet of pipe.