{"product_id":"a-o-smith-signature-100-40-gallon-short-6-year-warranty-38000-btu-direct-vent-natural-gas-water-heater","title":"A.O. Smith Signature 100 40-Gallon Short 38000-BTU Direct Vent Natural Gas Water Heater - Item #853425 | Model #G6-DVS4038NV","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"romance\"\u003eA.O. Smith Signature 100 40-Gallon Short 38000-BTU Direct Vent Natural Gas Water Heater - Item #853425 | Model #G6-DVS4038NV\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"romance\"\u003eA. O. Smith's Signature 100 Series 40-Gallon Tall Low NOx Direct Vent Natural Gas Water Heater is designed to provide efficient and reliable hot water for households with 3 to 4 people when sized appropriately. With an environmentally friendly 38,000 BTU Low NOx gas burner, this natural gas water heater delivers 64 gallons of hot water in the first hour. It has an electronic gas valve that provides precise temperature control for optimum hot water delivery without the need for an external power source. For your convenience, the gas valve also includes an LED status indicator for diagnostics reporting and a push button ignition to simplify the startup process. A. O. Smith's 40-gallon natural gas water heater is designed with your safety in mind. With a built-in safety system, this model reduces the risk of accidental flammable vapor ignitions. A factory-installed temperature and pressure relief valve and tamper-proof drain valve also ensures safe operation. This model is built to last. It features Tank Guard® which is designed to provide ultimate tank protection and increase lifespan of the water heater. This added protection comes with a 6-year limited warranty to give you additional peace of mind. Call 1-877-GOLowes to get this water heater installed.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"romance\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivers the ideal amount of hot water for households with 3 to 4 people when sized appropriately\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures an environmentally-friendly 38,000 BTU low NOx burner that delivers 84 gallons in the first hour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronic gas valve provides precise temperature control for optimum hot water delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelf-diagnostic electronic gas control incorporates an LED status indicator that monitors and reports on the system's operational status\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt-in safety system reduces the risk of accidental flammable vapor 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with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"175\"\u003e38,000 BTU Low‑NOx direct vent burner\u003c\/strong\u003e and up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"186\" data-end=\"219\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e~84 gallons first‑hour output\u003c\/strong\u003e when sized properly. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1luatbl\" data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"511\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"511\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"318\"\u003eDirect‑vent sealed combustion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pulls \u003cstrong data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"385\"\u003eoutside air for combustion and vents through a side wall\u003c\/strong\u003e, improving safety and reducing indoor air quality concerns in compact utility spaces. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ceerze\" data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"751\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"751\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"556\"\u003ePrecise and easy temperature control:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"616\"\u003eElectronic gas valve with self‑diagnostic LED indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e gives accurate temperature regulation and simple operational feedback for cleaner performance. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ku2aef\" data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"954\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"954\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eSpace‑saving short design:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"824\"\u003eShort 49.75″ height × 22″ diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e fits conveniently into closets, basements, or utility areas where floor space is limited. \u003cspan class=\"\" 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and other standard protections for safe operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"878\" data-end=\"908\"\u003eQ: Is it energy efficient?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"911\"\u003eA: Yes. 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