Catalog
Universal™ ultra low NOx is a family of commercial gas water heaters that are designed to fit into tight retrofit applications.
Unit of Measure

Specifications

Manufacturer

Rheem®

Tank Capacity

75 gal

Input Power

125000 BTU/hr

Thermal Efficiency

80 %

Standard Approximate Shipping Weight

480 lb

Voltage

120 V

Current

1.5 A

Working Pressure

150 psi

Style

Universal™ Ultra-Low NOx

Size

C

Type

Natural Gas

Industry Standards

ANSI Z-21.10.3 - CSA 4.3 ASHRAE Standards 90.1b-2001 CSA® Certified

Maximum Recovery

Recovery at 40 ºF Temperature Rise

303 gal/h

Recovery at 50 ºF Temperature Rise

242 gal/h

Recovery at 60 ºF Temperature Rise

202 gal/h

Recovery at 70 ºF Temperature Rise

173 gal/h

Recovery at 80 ºF Temperature Rise

152 gal/h

Recovery at 90 ºF Temperature Rise

135 gal/h

Recovery at 100 ºF Temperature Rise

121 gal/h

Recovery at 110 ºF Temperature Rise

110 gal/h

Recovery at 120 ºF Temperature Rise

101 gal/h

Recovery at 130 ºF Temperature Rise

93 gal/h

Recovery at 140 ºF Temperature Rise

87 gal/h

First Time Delivery

First Time Delivery at 100 ºF (5 Minutes)

63 gal

First Time Delivery at 100 ºF (10 Minutes)

73 gal

First Time Delivery at 100 ºF (15 Minutes)

83 gal

First Time Delivery at 100 ºF (20 Minutes)

93 gal

First Time Delivery at 100 ºF (30 Minutes)

113 gal

First Time Delivery at 100 ºF (45 Minutes)

143 gal

First Time Delivery at 100 ºF (60 Minutes)

174 gal

First Time Delivery at 100 ºF (120 Minutes)

295 gal

First Time Delivery at 100 ºF (180 Minutes)

416 gal

Minimum to Recovery Contents

37

Dimensions

Schematic


Schematic Drawing for Universal™ Ultra-Low NOx is a Family of Commercial Gas Water Heaters

Dimension A

65-1/2 in

Dimension B

61 in

Dimension C

26-1/4 in

Dimension D

25 in

Dimension E

5 in

Dimension F

56 in

Dimension G

3/4 in

Dimension H

20 in

Top Inlet/Outlet Water Connection

1-1/2 in

Front Side Water Connection

1-1/2 in

Rear Side Water Connection

1-1/2 in

Clearances to Combustibles

Side Clearance to Combustibles

2 in

Rear Clearance to Combustibles

2 in

Top Clearance to Combustibles

12 in

Features and Benefits

Features and Benefits

The tighter the commercial retrofit, the more you will appreciate how the Universal™'s compact size and multiple water connections simplify ultra low NOx installations. Choose from 80% thermal efficiency models that range from 125,000-399,900 Btu/h and 82% thermal efficiency models that range from 199,900 - 270,000 Btu/h. All models have a maximum temperature setting of 180 ºF.

Space Saver Design
The short heights and narrow jacket diameters, plus the top, front and rear water inlets/outlets offer the ultimate in installation flexibility.

System Sentinel™ LED Diagnostic System
Our exclusive diagnostic system, with glowing LED lights, verifies system operation sequence by sequence.

Patented Technology
Universal’s proprietary steel formulation, patented multi-flue design, combined with two coats of porcelain enamel, results in a superior heat exchanger design.

Ultra Low NOx Burner
The power assist burner design incorporates stainless steel multi-port burner tubes for long term low NOx performance, less than 14 ng/J. A sight glass allows for burner observation. The entire design is removable and it is highly resistant to the effects of negative air pressure common in modern commercial buildings.

Base Rail Design
Provides for better handeling when moving and positioning unit.

Low Profile Automatic Flue Damper
Low profile damper minimizes overall product height. Heavy duty vent hood supports are designed to withstand the rigors of installation.

Full-port, Full-flow Drain Valve
Factory installed brass drain valve allows for faster draining and servicing.

Direct Spark-to-Pilot Ignition System
Energy saving ignition that ignites pilot only when there is a call for heat.

Patented Anode Rods
Anode design utilizes multiple magnesium rods to ensure corrosion resistance for a long tank life.

General Information

General Information

Efficiency
All models tested according to ANSI test procedures, and meet or exceed the thermal efficiency and standby loss requirements of ASHRAE standard (EPact). Also exceeds energy efficiency codes of all states including California Energy Commission (CEC).

Safety and Construction
Design certified by CSA: For operation at 180 degrees; meets all safety and construction requirement of ANSI Z-21.10.3; as an automatic storage or instantaneous water heater; as an automatic circulating tank water heater; and for operation on combustible floors and in alcove installations. Certified for 150 PSI maximum working pressure.

Testing and Certifications

Testing and Certifications

Altitude Certifications
Universal ultra low NOx is certified up to 2,000 feet. High altitude certification for model GNU100-200(A) is 5,200 feet

Warranty

Warranty

  • 3-Year Limited Tank Warranty.

Note

Note

Recovery ratings are based on thermal efficiencies obtained in a CSA certified laboratory.

Water heater(s) shall be constructed in accordance with the requirements of the ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, Section IV Part HLW.

Top-Front-Rear Inlet/Outlet Water Connections.