Name: Richmond Essential Plus 40-Gallon Tall Natural Gas Water Heater 6G40-36F3
Brand: RHEEM / RICHMOND MFG.
SKU: M72020
Availability: OutOfStock

Richmond Essential Plus 40-Gallon Tall Natural Gas Water Heater 6G40-36F3

Item No M72020

Manufacturer RHEEM / RICHMOND MFG.

Mfr. Item No 6G40-36F3

$685.77

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📦 On Order: 4 arriving Mar 6, 2026

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The Richmond Essential Plus 40-Gallon Tall Natural Gas Water Heater is engineered for reliable performance and high efficiency in residential applications. Featuring a 36,000 BTU/hr burner and a maintenance-free safety system, this unit provides a first-hour delivery of 52 gallons, making it ideal for households of 2 to 3 people. The tall profile and 19-inch diameter allow for versatile installation in tight spaces, while the push-button piezo ignition ensures easy, match-free startups. Built with a durable steel tank and backed by a 6-year limited warranty, it includes a factory-installed temperature and pressure relief valve for added safety.

"Natural Gas Water Heater. 40 gallon 36000 Btu push button ignition for match free start up. Backed by a 6 year warranty. Filter & maintenance free safety system. 0.60 Uniform Energy Factor. Dimensions; 19"""" x58-1/2"""". Includes T&P valve. 3"""" or 4"""" vent size. Flow Rate 52gpm."

The Richmond® Essential Plus® 40-gal Natural Gas Water Heater comes with a 2 years In Home Labor Warranty and has an energy efficient 36000 Btu burner featuring reduced emissions Low-NOx technology. This heater provides ample hot water for households with 2 people. Its tall profile gives this heater a smaller footprint and allows for easy installation when tank diameter is a factor. The heater also features the Integra System an exclusive air/fuel shutoff device that prevents ignition of flammable vapors should they be detected outside the unit. The air intake is designed to be completely maintenance free with no filters to clean or replace

Packaging/Shipping Size and Weight: Length: 19.75" | Width: 23.31" | Height: 61.88" | Weight: 127 lbs

Features

0.58 Uniform Energy Factor based on Department of Energy requirements
0.58 Uniform Energy Factor based on Department of Energy requirements
More hot water at a lower operating cost
First hour rating of 52 gph
Recovery rate of 36.4 gph at a 90 degree rise in water temperature
$208 Estimated yearly cost of operation based on Department of Energy testing
Exclusive air/fuel shut-off device for double protection disables the heater in the presence of flammable vapor accumulation
Maintenance Free- no filter to clean

Product Details
brand:	Richmond
series:	Essential Plus
type:	Water Heater
fuel_type:	Natural Gas
tank_capacity:	40 Gallons
installation_type:	Tall
btu_input:	36,000 BTU
vent_type:	Atmospheric
energy_efficiency:	0.58
recovery_rate:	36.4 gph
first_hour_rating:	52 gph
Color:	Dark Warm Gray
Finish:	Powder Coated
Material:	Steel
Size:	40 Gallon Tall
BTU Rating:	36,000 BTU/hr
Uniform Energy Factor:	0.58
First Hour Rating:	52 GPH
Recovery Rate:	36.4 GPH at 90°F Rise
Ignition Type:	Piezo Push-Button
Vent Size:	3 in or 4 in
Warranty:	6-Year Limited Tank and Parts
Water Connection Size:	3/4 in NPT
Dimensions:	58-1/2 in Height x 19 in Width
Energy Efficiency:	0.62
Gas Type:	Natural Gas
Ignition Type:	Piezo Igniter
Recovery Rate:	36000
Standards:	AHRI, CSA, NAECA, NAECA Certified
Tank Capacity:	40
Type:	Tall
Usage:	For Space Heating Applications
Water Connection:	3/4 in MIP Top

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