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Lowboy commercial electric units have a Fused Ceramic Shield applied under pressure and fired at 1600 ºF to completely cover the tank interior. This provides a tough interior surface for storage tanks and maximum protection against the wearing effects of high-volume and high temperature water.
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Specifications

Manufacturer

 N/A American® Water Heater Company

Capacity

 N/A 38 gal

Standard Voltage

 N/A 240 V

Standard Input Power

 N/A 4.5 kW

Maximum Input Power

 N/A 12 kW

Phase

 N/A Single Three

Voltage

 N/A 120 V208 V240 V277 V480 V

Element Power

 N/A 3000 W

Full Load Current Three Phase 208 V (All Terminals L1, L2, and L3)

 N/A 14.4 A

Full Load Current Three Phase 240 V (All Terminals L1, L2, and L3)

 N/A 12.5 A

Full Load Current Three Phase 480 V (All Terminals L1, L2, and L3)

 N/A 6.3 A

Full Load Current Three Phase 208 V (Terminal L3)

 N/A 25 A

Full Load Current Three Phase 240 V (Terminal L3)

 N/A 21.7 A

Full Load Current Three Phase 480 V (Terminal L3)

 N/A 10.8 A

Full Load Current Three Phase 208 V (Terminal L1 and L2)

 N/A 14.4 A

Full Load Current Three Phase 240 V (Terminal L1 and L2)

 N/A 12.5 A

Full Load Current Three Phase 480 V (Terminal L1 and L2)

 N/A 6.3 A

Operation Type

 N/A Interlocking Operation Simultaneous Operation

Full Load Current Single Phase 120 V

 N/A 25 A

Full Load Current Single Phase 208 V

 N/A 14.4 A

Full Load Current Single Phase 240 V

 N/A 12.5 A

Full Load Current Single Phase 277 V

 N/A 10.8 A

Full Load Current Single Phase 480 V

 N/A 6.3 A

Water Connection

 N/A 3/4 in

Test Pressure

 N/A 300 psi

Working Pressure

 N/A 150 psi

Style

 N/A Lowboy

Size

 N/A C

Type

 N/A Electric

Industry Standards

 N/A ASHRAE 90.1b-1992 HUD NAECA UL® 174

Dimensions

Schematic

 N/A
Schematic Drawing for Lowboy Commercial Electric Water Heaters

Jacket Diameter A

 N/A 24 in

Height to Top of Heater B

 N/A 31-5/8 in

Height to Side T and P Opening C

 N/A 24-1/4 in

Maximum Recovery

Recovery at 40 ºF Temperature Rise

 N/A 31 gal/h

Recovery at 50 ºF Temperature Rise

 N/A 25 gal/h

Recovery at 60 ºF Temperature Rise

 N/A 20 gal/h

Recovery at 70 ºF Temperature Rise

 N/A 18 gal/h

Recovery at 80 ºF Temperature Rise

 N/A 15 gal/h

Recovery at 90 ºF Temperature Rise

 N/A 14 gal/h

Recovery at 100 ºF Temperature Rise

 N/A 12 gal/h

Features

Features

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  • Dual Incoloy Heating Elements
    Screw-in, direct immersion, 4500 watt, 240 volt heating elements for maximum efficiency. Available in 120, 208, 240, 277, and 480 voltages, single-or three-phase. Multiple wattages available up to 12 kw max.
  • Non-CFC Foam Insulation
    The tank is surrounded by a thick coat of non-CFC polyurethane foam to trap heat inside the tank, saving energy.
  • Heat Traps
    Provided for inlet and outlet to reduce heat loss during standby.
  • Dip Tube
    Carries cold inlet water deep into the tank to minimize temperature dilution of hot water.
  • T & P Valve
    Conveniently located on the side of the tank to facilitate piping to a drain or external to the building. Also available with top T & P opening for field-installed top T & P valve.
  • 3/4" Water Connections
    Located on top.
  • Anode Rod
    Top-mounted, heavy-duty anode for added tank protection, extending the life of the tank.
  • Built-In Electric Junction Box
    Top-located, convenient junction box, ready for 1/2" or 3/4" conduit.
  • Thermostat/High Limit Control
    Combination control allows adjustment of water temperature up to 170 ºF. High limit factory set at 190 ºF.
  • Code Approvals
    Listed to UL 174, 1990 NAECA approved, HUD and ASHRAE 90.1b-1992. All models are certified at 300 PSI test pressure and 150 PSI working pressure.
  • Drain Valve
    Non-metallic, corrosion-free drain valve.

Warranty

Warranty

 N/A
  • 3-Year Limited Tank Warranty / 1-Year Limited Parts Warranty.

Note

Note

 N/A Limited warranty on tank and parts. Complete details in manual. Specify wattage, voltage and phase when ordering.