Professional Achiever™ Ultra Low NOx gas water heaters are SCAQMD rule 1121 compliant with 10 ng/J NOx emissions

Efficiency
  • .58 - .64 UEF
  • More hot water at a low operating cost
Performance
  • FHR: 51 - 86 gallons for natural gas
  • Recovery: 30 to 40 GPH at a 90° F rise, depending on model
Guardian System™ & Sensor
  • Exclusive fuel shut-off device for double protection
  • Maintenance free – no filter to clean
  • Protective control system that disables the heater in the presence of flammable vapor accumulation
Low Emissions
  • Ultra Low NOx radiant burner design
  • Stainless steel construction
  • SCAQMD Rule 1121 compliant
  • Meets 10 ng/J NOx requirements
Self-Cleaning
  • EverKleen™ patented system fights sediment build-up
  • Reduces fuel costs
  • Provides more hot water
Easy to Light
  • No matches required
Longer Life
  • Premium grade anode rod provides long-lasting tank protection
High Altitude Compliant
  • All models certified up to 10,000 ft. above sea level
Plus…
  • Enhanced flow brass drain valve
  • Temperature and pressure relief valve included
  • Low lead compliant
  • Exclusive Rheemglas® lining
DESCRIPTION ENERGY INFO
 PROFESSIONAL CLASSIC ULTRA LOW NOx MODELS
TYPE GAL CAP. MODEL NUMBER ENERGY
FACTOR
ENERGY STAR®
NAT. 
 LP
TALL
28 PROG28-30U RU63 0.62 --  --
38 PROG38-38U RU62 0.60 --  --
 SHORT
48
PROG48-40U RU60 0.58 --  --
38
PROG38S-36U RU62 0.60 --  --

Specifications

  • .58 - .64 UEF
  • Longer life
  • SCAQMD Rule 1121 compliant
  • 29, 39, 40, and 50 gallon capacities

Energy Guide Details

Certifications

  • AHRI B&W
  • US CSA (Star)

Documents

Professional Achiever Ultra Low NOx

Warranties

Tank - 6 Years Limited

Parts - 6 Years Limited

With ProtectionPlus™ the 6-year limited tank warranty becomes 10 years!

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