A.O. Smith ProMax GCV-30 User Manual

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PROMAX
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FEATURES
EXCEPTIONAL VALUE
ProMax is an economical water heater designed for
households that need an exceptional performer and provides
long-lasting value.
A. O. SMITH DYNACLEAN™ DIFFUSER DIP TUBE
Helps reduce lime and sediment buildup, maximizes hot water output.
Made from long-lasting PEX cross-link polymer.
COREGARD™ ANODE ROD
A. O. Smith’s exclusive aluminum anode has a stainless steel core,
protects tank against corrosion longer versus ordinary mild steel anodes.
GREEN CHOICE™ GAS BURNER
Patented “Eco-Friendly” design reduces NOx emissions by up to 33%,
complies with Southern California and Texas requirements.
PUSH-BUTTON PIEZO IGNITER
Makes lighting pilot fast and easy with one-hand push-button spark ignition.
DURABLE TAMPER-RESISTANT BRASS DRAIN VALVE
A. O. SMITH PERMAGLAS
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GLASS COATING
Protects steel tank from rust.
FACTORY-INSTALLED TEMPERATURE
AND PRESSURE (T&P) RELIEF VALVE
Top-mounted T&P valve available as option.
CODE COMPLIANCE: UBC, CEC, SBCC, CABO, HUD,
BOCA 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 heaters.
6-YEAR LIMITED TANK AND PARTS WARRANTY
For complete information, consult written warranty or
A. O. Smith Water Products Company.
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Residential Gas Water Heaters
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A.O. Smith ProMax GCV-30 Specifications

General

Brand	A.O. Smith
Model	ProMax GCV-30
Category	Water Heater
Language	English

Summary

ProMax Features Overview

Exceptional Value Proposition

Highlights ProMax as an economical water heater offering exceptional performance and long-lasting value.

A. O. Smith Dynaclean™ Diffuser Dip Tube

Component feature: Reduces sediment buildup and maximizes hot water output using PEX cross-link polymer.

Coregard™ Anode Rod

Component feature: Exclusive anode rod with stainless steel core for enhanced corrosion protection.

Green Choice™ Gas Burner

Component feature: Patented "Eco-Friendly" design that reduces NOx emissions.

Push-Button Piezo Igniter

Component feature: Provides fast and easy pilot lighting with one-hand spark ignition.

Durability and Coatings

Features a tamper-resistant brass drain valve and Permaglas® glass coating for tank protection.

Safety and Compliance Standards

Includes factory-installed T&P valve, code compliance, and CSA International certification.

Warranty Information

Details the 6-year limited tank and parts warranty for the water heater.

C3 Technology Explained

Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistance

Describes the C3 Technology design which meets standards for accidental flammable vapor ignition.

C3 Technology Components

Details features like sealed combustion, air intake screen, fireproof Corderite flame arrestor, and thermal cutoff.