RTG53PVP - Rheem Tankless Water Heater - Indoor, Liquid Propane

The Rheem RTG-53PVP liquid propane tankless hot water heater supplies 1-2 major hot water applications at a time. Unit can be vented either through the wall or roof and can be connected in series to increase hot water flow. The RTG-53PV tankless hot water heater can supply 5.3 gallons per minute of hot water at a 45 degree temperature rise. It requires a 3" stainless steel exhaust vent and utilizes the air within the room where the water heater is installed for the combustion air (note: consult the user's manual to determine if steps need to be taken to ensure the combustion air requirements are met). This tankless water heater carries a 10 year limited warranty on the heat exchanger and a 3 year limited warranty on parts. The ignition is electronic and the unit comes with a 120V power cord.

This model can be linked with another RTG-53PV in series with the EZ-Link cable (RTG-20040) for high demand applications as the two units would operate as one with double the water flow. When 3 to 20 units are connected in series a manifold controller, cables and/or control boards are required.

The RTG53PVP tankless hot water heater model differs from the RTG53DVP in that it has an internal combusion air setting and does not require a 2nd hose to pull air from the outside.

This model only accepts 3/5" concentric stainless steel venting.

Temperature Increase / Gallons Per Minute:

• 90º F rise at 2.6 gpm
• 80º F rise at 3.0 gpm
• 70º F rise at 3.4 gpm
• 60º F rise at 3.9 gpm
• 50º F rise at 4.7 gpm
• 45º F rise / 5.3 gpm

Warning: This water heater is not suitable for use in manufactured (mobile) homes!

Primary Specifications

• Model: RTG53PVP
• 5.3 gpm at a 45ºF temperature rise (up to 6.8 gpm at 35ºF)
• Electronic ignition increases efficiency (no standing pilot light)
• A remote control thermostat is included with all models with 100ºF
• 140ºF setpoint range (factory set at 120ºF)
• Environmentally friendly Low NOx burner meets SCAQMD rule 1146 requirements
• UMC-117 remote control
• Warranty: 3-year limited warranty on parts (10 years on heat exchanger.)
• Rheem RTG-53PVP Tankless Water Heater - Indoor, Liquid Propane
• Guardian OFW(TM) overheat film wrap
• Digital display on thermostat shows temperature setting and maintenance/error codes
• Built-in electric blower to force exhaust gas to the outside
• EZ-Link(TM) cable connects two like units to operate as one, doubling capacity
• Weight: 36 pounds
• Dimensions: 20 1/2"h x 13 3/4"w x 5 1/4"d

Technical Specifications:

• # Of Applications: 1-2 showers concurrently
• Water Connection: 3/4" NPT
• Gas Connection: 3/4" NPT
• Energy Factor: .82
• Temperature Range: 100 - 140 degrees
• Ignition: Electric
• Exhaust Hose Diameter: 3 inches
• BTU: 145,000
• Dimensions: H 20½" x W 13¾" x D 5¼”
• Weight 36 lbs.
• 10 Year Warranty; 3 Year on heat exchanger
• Comes with remote control for thermostat

Venting (Exhaust):

• Diameter: 3 inch
• Material: Stainless Steel (AL29-4C) sealed
• Minimum length: 1 ft. if used with 90 degree elbow, wall thimble and exhaust vent hood.
• Maximum length: 34.6 ft. (10.5m) with one 90 degree elbow. Less 1.5 ft. for each additional 90 degree elbow (9” for each 45 degree elbow).

Minimum clearances for installation

• Top = 12”
• Vent = 2"
• Front = 12”
• Side = ½”
• Bottom = 12”
• Back = 0”

Energy Requirements

• Ignition: Electric (120 V)
• Power Liquid Propane: 145,000 BTU
• Energy Factor: .82

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