AO Smith Water Heater SL User Manual

Residential Gas Water Heaters  
POWER DIRECT-VENT  
®
PROMAX SL POWER DIRECT-VENT FEATURES  
POWER DIRECT-VENT DESIGN  
ProMax SL Power Direct Vent residential gas models are equipped with FVIR  
technology to meet Phase III of the ANSI Z21.10.1 standards for the resistance to  
flammable vapor ignition and resistance to lint, dust and oil accumulation tests.  
The Closed-combustion two-pipe system draws combustion air from outside  
and vents outside the home. The system uses PVC, CPVC or ABS pipe and vents  
up to 45 feet with 3" pipe, including one elbow.  
SIDE-MOUNTED RECIRCULATING TAPS  
For installation with combination space heating/potable water heating  
applications (such as the ProMax XL Heat Exchanger) or any system requiring  
a recirculating hot water loop.  
INTELLI-VENT® GAS CONTROL  
Equipped with silicon nitride hot surface igniter and advanced electronics for  
precise control of water temperature and simplified system diagnostics.  
HEAT TRAP NIPPLES  
Standard on all models.  
QUIET MODULAR BLOWER  
With 110/120 Volt electrical system (rating 3 amps or less), with 6-foot cord, standard  
3-prong male connector.  
A. O. SMITH DYNACLEAN DIFFUSER DIP TUBE  
Reduces lime and sediment buildup, maximizes hot water output. Made from long-lasting PEX  
cross-link polymer.  
GREEN CHOICE GAS BURNER  
Patented “Eco-Friendly” design reduces NOx emissions by up to 33%, complies with Southern  
California and Texas requirements.  
MAGNESIUM ANODE RODS  
Provides long-lasting protection against tank corrosion.  
DURABLE TAMPER-RESISTANT BRASS DRAIN VALVE  
®
A. O. SMITH PERMAGLAS GLASS COATING  
Protects steel tank from rust.  
FACTORY-INSTALLED TEMPERATURE & PRESSURE (T&P) RELIEF VALVE  
CODE COMPLIANCE: U.B.C., S.B.C.C., C.A.B.O., H.U.D., B.O.C.A. NATIONAL  
CODES, ASHRAE/IES 90.1-1999 AND 2004 NAECA  
DESIGN-CERTIFIED BY CSA INTERNATIONAL  
According to ANS Z21.10.1 standards governing storage-type water heater.  
6-YEAR LIMITED TANK AND PARTS WARRANTY  
For complete information, consult written warranty or A. O. Smith Water Products Company.  
* Intelli-Vent® is a registered trademark of the Emerson Electric Company  
L.1  
ARGSS00407  
Revised August 2007R  
RESIDENTIAL  
Gas Water Heaters  
POWER DIRECT-VENT  
FIRST  
BTU  
BTU  
RECOVERY  
DIMENSIONS IN INCHES  
APPROX.  
SHIPPING  
WEIGHT  
(LBS.)  
HOUR ENERGY GALLON  
INPUT  
OUTPUT 90ºF RISE  
MODEL  
NUMBER  
R
RATING FACTOR CAPACITY PER HOUR PER HOUR GALLONS VALUE  
GALLONS  
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
NATURAL NATURAL PER HOUR  
GPD-40L  
GPDX-50L  
GPD-75L  
70  
.60  
40  
50  
75  
40,000 † 30,000 †  
65,000 † 47,500 †  
70,000 † 53,200 †  
41  
64  
72  
16  
57 48-1/2 21  
21  
15  
15  
8
8
8
42  
17  
42  
224  
232  
352  
.58  
16 69-1/2 61  
54-1/2 17 54-1/2  
54-1/2 17 54-1/2  
105  
130  
.58  
16 71-1/2 61-1/2 26-1/4 15-1/2  
GPDX-50L is supplied with 5’ of 3ABS vent pipe and must be used for the first 5’ of the exhaust outlet vent system.  
GPD-75L is supplied with 5’ of 3” CPVC vent pipe and must be used for the first 5’ of the exhaust outlet vent system.  
Recovery capacity based on actual performance tests.  
Water Connections – 3/4" Male on all models.  
† Propane Gas – 40-Gallon: 36,000 BTU input, 27,360 BTU output.  
50-Gallon: 60,000 BTU input, 43,800 BTU output.  
C
E
75-Gallon: 65,000 BTU input, 49,400 BTU output.  
IMPORTANT: VENTING AND COMBUSTION AIR REQUIREMENTS  
Read and follow requirements shown in the Installation Manual for ProMax® Power  
Direct-Vent Gas water heaters dealing with type, placement and length of vent pipe  
and vent termination, as well as clearances required to provide adequate  
combustion and proper ventilation.  
4"  
OPTIONAL CIRCULATING LOOP CONNECTION ASSEMBLIES  
3" VENT  
11.5" MIN.  
Sold separately. Kit Number 900152-2 includes two extended PEX lined nipples for side  
FROMTOP OF  
HEATERTO  
CENTER LINE  
OF FLUE  
port connections. Kit Number 900260-4 is same as 900152-2, plus two  
di-electric unions and 2 brass isolation valves. For use with systems that have a check  
valve in the air handler or recirculating lines.  
IMPORTANT:  
SEE INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR COMBUSTION AIR AND VENTING  
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS FOR POWER DIRECT-VENT WATER  
HEATERS  
H
F
B
A
1/2" GAS  
CONNECTION  
OPTIONAL (DELUXE) ROUND HORIZONTAL  
VENT TERMINATION KIT  
Part Number 9002749  
G
D
OPTIONAL (DELUXE) SQUARE HORIZONTAL  
VENT TERMINATION KIT  
Part Number 9003328  
Maximum hydrostatic working pressure: 150 psi  
For Technical Information and Automated Fax Service, call 800-527-1953.  
A. O. Smith Corporation reserves the right to make product changes or improvements without prior notice.  
500 Tennessee Waltz Parkway, Ashland City, TN 37015  
ARGSS00407  
Revised August 2007R  
©2007 A. O. Smith Corporation  
Printed in U.S.A.  

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