Universal™ is a family of commercial gas water heaters that are designed to fit into tight retrofit applications
Features & Benefits – The tighter the commercial retrofit, the more you will appreciate how the Universal’s compact size and multiple water connections simplify installations. Choose from 80% thermal efficiency models that range from 98,000-399,900 Btu/h and have maximum temperature setting of 180 degrees Fahrenheit.
Space Saver Design – The short heights and narrow jacket diameters, plus the top, front and rear water inlets/outlets offer the ultimate in installation flexibility.
System Sentinel™ LED Diagnostic System – Our exclusive diagnostic system, with glowing LED lights, verifies system operation sequence by sequence.
Patented Technology – Universal’s proprietary steel formulation, patented multi-flue design, combined with two coats of porcelain enamel, results in a superior heat exchanger design.
Stainless Steel Burners – Precision burners, raised port design, are formed from high chromium stainless steel. Each burner assembly slides out like a drawer for quick inspection and maintenance.
Low Profile Automatic Flue Damper – Low profile damper minimizes overall product height. Heavy duty vent hood supports are designed to withstand the rigors of installation. Full-port, Full-flow Drain Valve Factory installed brass drain valve allows for faster draining and servicing.
Direct Spark-to-Pilot Ignition System – Energy saving ignition that ignites pilot only when there is a call for heat.
Altitude Certifications – Up to 5,000 feet for natural gas and 2,000 feet for LP; with high altitude certification kit, up to 8,000 feet.
Patented Anode Rods – Anode design utilizes multiple magnesium rods to ensure corrosion resistance for a long tank life.
Specifications
- Space-saving tank design
- 98,000 - 400,000 BTU/Hr.
- System Sentinel™ LED diagnostics
- Multi-flue tank design
Energy Guide Details
- Understanding Energy Efficiency
- Click here to review this water heater's Energy Guide for more details.
Certifications
Documents
Universal
Brochure Revit Model (Ultra Low NOx - GNU37-GNU100) Use and Care Manual Specification Sheet Low NOx US Specification Sheet (U.S.) Specification Sheet ULN US Specification Sheet (Vent Kit) (U.S.) Web Product Image Warranty Information Revit Model (G37-G100) Brochure - Low NOx Revit Model (Low NOx - G37-GN100) Revit Model (Ultra Low NOx - GNU37-GNU100)
Warranties
Tank – 3 Years
Parts – 1 Year

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