GG40S08AYV GE RealMAX Choice 40-Gallon Short Natural Gas Power Vent Water Heater

Power Vent
Get easy, anywhere venting. Gas power vent water heaters offer flexible venting options with lengths up to 150 feet and either vertical or horizontal termination.

Household Size
With its 40-gallon water tank, this unit provides plenty of hot water for a family of up to four people.

Real Capacity
Get the most hot showers from the only water heater that holds a true 40 gallons of water. (Compared to steel tank water heaters per DOE -rated gallon capacity.)

Maximum Performance
Live comfortably with this best-in-class gas water heater with a first-hour delivery of 72 gallons of hot water usage. (40-gallon model as measured through DOE first-hour rating.)

Brass Drain Valve
Get the lasting durability of a corrosion-resistant, rust-proof full port brass drain valve.

Leading Warranty
RealMAX Choice water heaters carry an 8-year tank and parts limited warranty

SmartShield™ Safety System
For added safety, the SmartShield™ Safety System monitors the surrounding air and automatically shuts off the unit if abnormal temperatures or the presence of flammable vapors are detected.

Self-Diagnostic
Monitors and reports on gas system status via LED status indicator.

Made in America
Get the added confidence of an American-made water heater.

CAPACITY
Unit Capacity	40 Gallons
APPEARANCE
Color Appearance	Gray
WARRANTY
Warranty Notes	See written warranty for full details
Parts Warranty	Limited 8-year tank and parts
Labor Warranty	Limited 1-year entire appliance
POWER / RATINGS
Burner BTU Size (k)	40
First Hour Rate (FHR)	72 Gallons
WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS
Product Height (to top of water inlet/outlet connections)	50.625 in
Height to Gas Control	11.5 in
Approximate Shipping Weight	155 lb
Overall Width	22 in
Overall Height	56.667 in
Product Height (to top of unit)	49.125 in
Net Weight	143 lb
Product Diameter	22 in
Overall Depth	22 in
Vent Size	2" or 3" PVC, CPVC, ABS or PP
Connection Sizes - Water Inlet (MNPT)	3/4"
Connection Sizes - Hot Water Outlet (MNPT)	3/4"
FEATURES
FVIR Safety System	Yes
Vent	Power Vent
Controls	LED Indicator
UEF	0.63
Temp & Pressure Relief Valve	Yes
Height Description	Short
Fuel Type	Natural Gas
Pilot Light Window / Button	Yes
Configuration	Short
Drain Valve Type	Brass
Product Type	Power Vent Gas
Family Size	2-5 People
Bin Testing	High
Water Connection Location	Top
Overheat Protection	Yes
Gas Valve	Self Powered
Anode Rod	Magnesium
Altitude Rating	10100 ft
Temperature Setting	45-160° F Range