Features & Benefits
- The tighter the commercial retrofit, the more you will appreciate how the Universal’s compact size and multiple water connections simplify low NOx installations.
- Choose from 80% thermal efficiency models that range from 125,000-399,900 BTU/h and have maximum temperature setting of 180 degrees Fahrenheit.
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.
Innovative Technology
- Universal’s proprietary steel formulation, multi-flue design, combined with two coats of porcelain enamel, results in a superior heat exchanger design.
Low NOx Burner
- The power assist burner design incorporates stainless steel multi-port burner tubes for long term low NOx performance, less than 40 ng/J.
- A sight glass allows for burner observation.
- A blower guard provides protection against potential post-installation damage.
- The entire design is removable and it is highly resistant to the effects of negative air pressure common in modern commercial buildings.
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.
Altitude Certifications
- Universal low NOx is certified up to 2,000 feet.
- High altitude certification for models GN76-200 and GN91-200 is 5,000 feet; and model GN100-200(A) is 8,000 feet.
Anode Rods
- Anode design utilizes multiple magnesium rods to ensure corrosion resistance for a long tank life.
Warranty
- 3-Year limited tank warranty
Specifications
- 35 to 100-Gallon Capacities
- 125,000-399,900 BTU/h
- Natural Gas Top-Front-Rear Inlet/Outlet Water Connections
Energy Guide Details
- Understanding Energy Efficiency
- Click here to review this water heater's Energy Guide for more details.
Certifications
Documents
Universal Low NOx
Warranties
- 3-Year limited tank
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