Description
50 Gallon Capacity Hybrid Electric Water Heater
This water heater from GE is built from the ground up to save you energy. In fact, the GeoSpring water heater uses nearly 62% less energy than similar 50-Gallon standard water heaters. Despite its incredible efficiency, the GeoSpring provides the same hot water recovery as a traditional electric water heater with 65 gallons first hour rating and it even installs using the same water and electrical connections.
About GE
GE Consumer and Industrial spans the globe as an industry leader in major appliance, lighting and integrated industrial equipment systems and services. They provide solutions for commercial, industrial and residential use in more than 100 countries which uses innovative technologies and "ecomagination." It's a GE initiative to aggressively bring to market new technologies that help customers and consumers meet pressing environmental challenges to deliver comfort, convenience and electrical protection and control. GE brings imagination to work. Available at AJ Madison.
Energy Info
This water heater uses 1830 kWh/yr. and has an estimated yearly operating cost of $202.94.
Your operating costs will depend on your utility rates and use. The estimated operating cost is based on a 2011 national average electricity cost of $0.1109 cents per kWh.
Specifications
Configuration and Overview
Installation:
Free-Standing
Unit Capacity:
50 Gallons
Operating Sound Level:
55 DBA Average
Energy Star Qualified:
Yes
Temperature Setting:
100-140°F Range
Control Type:
Electronic LED
Operating Air Temperature Range:
Heat Pump 45°F to 120°F
Energy Factor(Hybrid Mode):
2.4
First Hour Rate:
65 Gallons
Operating Water Pressure:
21-125PSI (30-80PSI Recommended)
Connection Sizes - Hot Water Outlet (MNPT):
3/4"
Connection Sizes - Water Inlet (MNPT):
3/4"
Labor Warranty:
1-Year Limited
Parts Warranty:
10-Year Limited
Electrical Requirements
Electrical Consumption - Lower Element:
4,500 Watts
Electrical Consumption - Upper Element:
4,500 Watts
Electrical Consumption - Heat Pump:
550 Watts
Voltage Required:
208V/240V
Dimensions and Weight
Approximate Shipping Weight:
195 Lbs.
Features
Energy Features
- Uses up to 62% Less Energy than a standard electric 50-gallon water heater
- Provides the same hot water recovery as a traditional 50-gallon standard electric water heater with 65 gallons first hour rating
General Features
- Comes with a 10 year parts warranty which covers the entire appliance
- Integrated Condensate Collector
- Washable Renewable Air Filter Included
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