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INTEGRATED HO M E C O M F O RT Classic Plus

Induced Draft Water Heater

Professional Classic Plus® Induced Draft is a

compact, energy saving 29-gallon gas water heater
that outperforms standard 50-gallon models
Efficiency Guardian System™ & Sensor
• .71 UEF • Exclusive air/fuel shut-off device for
­double protection
• ENERGY STAR® rated
• Maintenance free – no filter to clean
• Well insulated for reduced stand-by
heat loss • Protective control system that
disables the heater in the presence of
Performance flammable vapor accumulation
• 29-Gallon capacity with 93 gallon FHR
performance
• Recovery: 61 GPH at a 90° F rise,
exceeds standard 50-gallon by Combustion Shut-off System Flame Arrestor Plate
up to 34%
Compact Size
• Small foot print, 17-3/4 inch ­
diameter Maintenance Free

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 ast one-man installation, compact
and light weight Longer Life
Self-Diagnostic System • Premium grade anode rod provides
long-lasting tank protection
• Integrated self-diagnostic
system control for easy High Altitude Compliant
installation and service • Certified for applications up to 10,100
Low Emissions feet above sea level
• Eco-friendly burner, low NOx design Plus…
• Meets 40 ng/J NOx requirements • Dual certified for both potable water
and space heating
Technology
• 110 VAC draft inducer (includes
• Enhanced-flow brass drain valve Professional Classic Plus
8-foot cord with 3-prong plug) • Temperature and pressure relief valve
included
Induced Draft
• Standard atmospheric Category I, 29-Gallon Capacity
double-wall, B-vent, 3" or 4" • Low lead compliant
60,000 Btu/h
(4" adaptor included) • EverKleen™ patented system fights
sediment build-up
Natural Gas

What is a Fan Assisted Draft Inducer? • Standard replacement parts

Standard gas water heaters produce Warranty
­extremely hot air during combustion, which
• 8-Year limited tank and parts LEED Point = 1
moves the combustion gases quickly up the
chimney. The XR90 is much more efficient ­warranty*
(i.e. it puts more heat in the water and less • With ProtectionPlus™ the 8-year limited
heat up the chimney). tank warranty becomes 12-year
A proprietary baffle and flue design ­retains *See Residential Warranty Certificate for ­
the heat longer, therefore a device is needed complete information
to propel the air and gases upward.
Units meet or exceed ANSI requirements and have
Fan assisted draft inducer creates the proper been tested according to D.O.E. procedures. Units
draft to expel the combustion gases. meet or exceed the energy efficiency requirements
of NAECA, ASHRAE standard 90, ICC Code and all
state energy efficiency performance criteria.
See specifications chart on back.

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 Residential Gas
Water Professional
INTEGRATED HO M E C O M F O RT Classic Plus

Induced Draft Water Heater

Rheem Professional Classic Plus® Induced Draft Specifications

DESCRIPTION FEATURES ROUGHING IN DIMENSIONS (SHOWN IN INCHES) ENERGY INFO.
GAS INPUT RECOVERY UEF HT. TO WATER HT. TO WATER UNIFORM
NOMINAL RATED IN THOUS. IN G.P.H. FIRST HR. HT. TO TANK GAS VENT CONN. SIDE T&P CONN. SHIP ENERGY
GALLON GALLON MODEL BTU/H 90° F RISE DELIVERY VENT HEIGHT DIAM. CONN. SIZE CENTER VALVE SIZE WT. FACTOR
CAPACITY CAPACITY NUMBER NAT. NAT. G.P.H. A B C D E F G H (LBS) (UEF)
29 28 PRO+G29-60N RH70 ID 60 61 93 65-1/2 58-1/4 17-3/4 14 3 or 4 8 51-9/16 3/4 136 0.71
Uniform Energy Factor and rated gallon capacity based on Department of Energy (DOE) requirements.

ANODE ROD
H H
HOT
PRO+G29-60N WATER COLD
RH70 ID CONNECTION WATER
CONNECTION
F
50 Gal. E

3/4" N.P.T.
RELIEF
VALVE
Footprint Comparison OPENING
Narrow 17-3/4 inch diameter fits
in a smaller space than standard
40 or 50-gallon models. C

A B
1/2" G

Therm-X-Guard thermal
expansion tank recommended. ­
See spec sheet 105-29
for correct sizing.

In keeping with its policy of continuous progress and product improvement, Rheem reserves the right to make changes without notice.

Rheem Water Heating • 1115 Northmeadow Parkway, Suite 100

Roswell, Georgia 30076 • www.rheem.com

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