Premier
Plus by American Water Heater BFG61-40S40-3NOV Natural Gas Water Heater, Short,
40 Gal Tank, 40000 BTU/hr, 40.5 Recovery 90 degrees Rise, 3” Vent Diameter,
Combustion Safety Cut-off Switch, Lint Resistant Design, Dip Tube, T&P Valve, 3/4"
Top Water Connections, 1/2" Gas Connection, Aluminized Steel Multiport Low Nox
Burner, Combination Thermostat/ECO, Anode Rod, Drain Valve, Piezo Electric
Igniter
General Information |
Manufacturer |
Premier Plus by American
Water Heater |
Manufacturer Part Number |
BFG61-40S40-3NOV |
Product Line |
Natural Gas Water Heater |
Product Name |
Natural Gas Water Heater,
Short |
Marketing Information |
The Flame Guard Safety System reduces the risk of accidental fires involving flammable vapors from products such as
gasoline, paint thinner, and solvents. Now with a standard right-hand thread thermocouple and larger sight-glass, the Flame Guard Safety System is
better than ever.
- Combustion Safety Cut-off Switch
Shuts down the water heater should combustion air be restricted.
Lint Resistant Design
Main burner ignition forces air through the flame trap blowing lint off
the trap. Proven design that has been tested using four different lint
test scenarios.
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 installation.
3/4” Top Water Connections
1/2” Gas Connection
Aluminized Steel Multiport Low NOx
Burner
Propane models feature cast iron burners.
Combination Thermostat/ECO
With factory-preset pressure regulator and built-in millivolt-powered
energy cutoff for overheat protection.
Anode Rod
Top-mounted, heavy-duty anode for added tank protection, extending the
life of the tank.
Code Approvals
CSA International (formerly AGA) ANSI Z21.10.1a-2002/CSA 4.1a-2002
Drain Valve
Child-resistant, corrosion-resistant drain valve.
Piezo Electric Igniter
For lighting the pilot without matches.
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Features & Benefits |
- Non-CFC Polyurethane Foam to prevent
heat loss and reduce energy costs.
- Piezo Electric Igniter for easy start-up.
- Fused Ceramic Shield Tank for anti-corrosion
protection.
- Factory-installed Side Temperature &
Pressure Valve.
- Aluminized Steel Multi-Port Burner for
long life in natural gas and propane units
- Extra Heavy-Duty Anode Rod.
- Combination Thermostat/Energy Cut-Off.
- Tested and listed with CSA International
in accordance with the latest addition of ANSI Z21.10.1 or .3-CSA 4.1 or
4.3, CEC and 1990 NAECA approved. All models are certified at 300 PSI test
pressure and 150 PSI working pressure.
- Tested in accordance with proposed ANSI
flammable vapor ignition test.
- Sales to addresses in California is prohibited by EPA because of Air Quality Restrictions.
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Specifications |
Gal.Cap |
40 |
Input BTU per Hr. |
NAT 40,000
LP 36,000 |
GPH Recovery 90º Rise |
NAT 40.5
LP 36.5 |
Vent Diam. |
3 |
E.F. |
0.59 |
Jaccket Diam |
20 |
Height |
Top of Vent B 52 1/4
Top of Heater C 49
Side T&P D 42 1/4 |
Weight |
132 |
Comparison Table |
MODEL NUMBER |
GAL.CAP. |
INPUT BTU PER HR |
GPH RECOVERY 90° RISE HEIGHT |
VENT DIAM. |
E.F. |
JACKET DIAM. A |
HEIGHT |
APPROX. SHIP WEIGH |
NAT. |
LP |
NAT. |
LP |
TOP OF VENT B |
TOP OF HEATER C |
SIDE T&P D |
BFG61-30S30-3NOV |
30 |
30,000 |
29,000 |
30.4 |
29.4 |
3 |
0.61 |
18 |
49 |
45-3/4 |
39 |
99 |
BFG61-30T30-3NOV |
30 |
30,000 |
29,000 |
30.4 |
29.4 |
3 |
0.61 |
16 |
59-3/4 |
56-1/2 |
49-1/2 |
98 |
BFG61-40S40-3NOV |
40 |
40,000 |
36,000 |
40.5 |
36.5 |
3 |
0.59 |
20 |
52-1/4 |
49 |
42-1/4 |
132 |
BFG61-40T40-3NOV |
40 |
40,000 |
36,000 |
40.5 |
36.5 |
3 |
0.59 |
18 |
62 |
58-3/4 |
51-3/4 |
127 |
BFG61-50T40-3NOV |
50 |
40,000 |
40,000 |
40.5 |
40.5 |
3 |
0.58 |
20 |
60-3/4 |
57-1/2 |
50-1/2 |
148 |
BFG61-50T50-4NOV |
50 |
50,000 |
47,000 |
50.7 |
47.6 |
4 |
0.58 |
20 |
60-3/4 |
57-1/2 |
50-1/2 |
148 |
BFG62-40S40-3NOV |
40 |
40,000 |
36,000 |
40.5 |
36.5 |
3 |
0.62 |
22 |
52-1/4 |
49 |
42-1/4 |
146 |
BFG62-40T40-3NOV |
40 |
40,000 |
36,000 |
40.5 |
36.5 |
3 |
0.63 |
20 |
62 |
58-3/4 |
51-3/4 |
132 |
BFG62-50T40-3NOV |
50 |
40,000 |
40,000 |
40.5 |
40.5 |
3 |
0.62 |
22 |
60-3/4 |
57-1/2 |
50-1/2 |
155 |
BFG62-50T50-4NOV |
50 |
50,000 |
47,000 |
50.7 |
47.6 |
4 |
0.60 |
22 |
60-3/4 |
57-1/2 |
50-1/2 |
155 |
FVG-50T65-4NOV |
50 |
65,000 |
55,000 |
66.5 |
56.3 |
4 |
0.58 |
22 |
63-7/8 |
59-1/2 |
54-1/8 |
195 |
A-20070915-1051-130-E
M-20070919-1051-117-E
*This item is BRAND NEW -
not refurbished. It comes with all manufacturer supplied accessories, and full
manufacturer's USA warranty.
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