Commercial Condensing Gas Storage Water Heater Products
Hubbell Prime GSE
High Efficiency Condensing Burner
Removable 316L SS Heat Exchanger
55,000 BTUs
Description
The Prime commercial condensing gas storage water heater features a fully integrated burner and field removable 316L SS heat exchanger. The modular heat exchanger allows for easy cleaning and serviceability, which ultimately provides maximum longevity and sustained peak performance. High efficiency polyurethane foam insulation reduces standby heat loss, while the modulating air/gas combustion blower improves combustion efficiency and reduces short- cycling. Prime has a thermal efficiency rating of 94% and is available in storage capacities ranging from 40-119 gallons.
Features
- Hydrastone Cement Lined Tank
- High efficiency fully modulating and removable 316L SS heat exchanger
- 94% thermal efficiency
- 55,000 BTU/hr input
- Digital temperature controller (120 Volt 5 AMP required)
- Natural gas or propane (field convertible)
- 7 year non-prorated tank warranty
- Extra tappings & locations customized to your needs
- Made in the USA
Model GSE Water Heater Specifications
- 1/2" thick Hydrastone cement lining
- 316L Stainless steel heat exchanger
- Digital temperature controller (120 Volt 5 AMP required)
- ASME temperature and pressure relief valve set at 150 psi and 210°F
- 2" thick Polyurethane Foam insulation meets or exceeds the requirements of ANSI/ASHRAE/IESNA 90.1
- High impact non-corroding colorized composite
- Cold water inlet diffuser with drain valve
Dimensions
Optional Equipment
- ASME tank construction (available up to 5,000 gallons)
- Solid (copper-alloy, Type 304L, Type 316L stainless steel) storage tank for maximum tank life
- Integrally welded seismic attachment points
- Foam insulation 3" (R-21) thick for improved operating efficiency
- Back-up air source heat pump
- Alternate fuel source - Propane (field convertible)
- Back-up indirect heat exchanger (boiler, steam or solar water)
- Back-up electric heating element
- All wetted parts to be 316L stainless steel suitable for reverse osmosis, deionized, and ultra pure water applications
- 316L stainless steel temperature and pressure relief valve
- 1½" Male NPT inlet and outlet water connections
- NSF approved 6" high legs
- UL, EPH/ANSI, NSF tank lining
- Combination temperature and pressure gauge: 2.5" dial, 70-250°F, 0-200 psi —specify if installed in tank or shipped loose for in-line installation
FAQs
Are any Federal, State, local or utility incentives available?
Depending upon your location and the type of water heater you select for your application, there may be financial incentives offered by local, state or federal government and/or your local utility. By visiting the following website at Incentives and clicking on your state, you may find available rebates and incentives.
What temperature should I set my water heater?
For typical domestic potable hot water service the temperature of your water heater at 125°F is sufficient. This prevents wasted energy (which means cost savings for you) and also decreases the possibility of scalding water burns. If you run out of hot water on this setting, increase the temperature by five degrees incrementally until your hot water needs are met. The goal is to have the temperature set just high enough to meet your needs but within safe operating parameters. Please note that a water heater in and of itself should not be relied upon as the ultimate temperature controlling source for the hot water delivered to your fixtures. Please consult local and state codes for installation of the proper and code approved (ASSE 1016, 1070, 1017) mixing devices to achieve the safe delivery of hot water to the fixtures. For a more complete information please download the whitepaper PDF titled "Understanding Potential Water Heater Scald Hazards" developed by ASSE at the following link ASSE Whitepaper
Is it OK to use softened water with my cement lined tank?
Yes it is OK. A water softener system will not affect the longevity or operation of a Hubbell cement lined water heater tank. A water softener is typically installed when a potable water system has hard water resulting in the need to soften the water. Unfortunately, the salt used in a water softener corrodes the anode rod and exposed steel surfaces of the water heater tank, rapidly causing a glass lined water heater to corrode and leak within a few years. This is an issue for a glass lined water heater due to its reliance on a sacrificial anode, however because a cement lined tank does not use a sacrificial anode softened water is of no concern to the Hubbell cement lined tank.
What is a sacrificial anode and does a cement lined tank need one?
All water heaters constructed using a steel tank requires a lining to protect the internal steel surfaces from corrosion. Certain linings (i.e. glass and epoxy), due to their nature, have unavoidable holes and imperfections resulting in exposure of the steel tank. As a result of this deficiency, the manufacturer will install an anode rod(s) in an attempt to delay corrosion of the steel tank. An anode rod is typically made of aluminum, magnesium or zinc, is a maintenance item that requires periodic inspection and replacement, and is often times the cause of a “rotten egg” odor to your hot water. Often referred to as a sacrificial anode rod because, over time, it slowly dissolves, sacrificing itself as it is attacked by aggressive substances in the water which would otherwise attack the steel tank through the pinholes and imperfections of the glass or epoxy lining. A cement lined steel tank on the other hand does not require an anode because of the thickness and guaranteed 100% coverage of the cement lining over all internal surfaces of the steel tank. This eliminates the need for an anode rod in a cement lined water heater, resulting in a significantly longer life compared to a glass or epoxy lined water heater. For a further discussion please click on the following link Cement Lining
What is the max water temperature setting?
The Hubbell cement lined tank is suitable for storing water up to 194°F. However, it should be noted that your water heater will likely require optional control accessories to achieve this temperature, but there is no concern regarding the ability of the lining to withstand this temperature. Additionally, there are numerous safety concerns that must be considered when storing water at elevated temperature, please consult factory.
Which is better for me, a tankless or storage type water heater?
It depends. A tankless water heater is sometimes referred to as a Point-of-Use (POU) or instantaneous water heater. Due to the relative small physical size of a tankless water heater compared to a storage tank water heater, a tankless option can be advantageous from a space saving perspective and can sometimes be installed closer to where you want hot water (hence the term POU). However, tankless heaters are not suited for many applications, so it is critical that before choosing to go tankless you have carefully considered all of the factors that sometimes make the tankless option more complicated and risky compared to a storage type water heater. In particular, you should understand the operational characteristics, maintenance requirements, reparability, and sometimes significant installation requirements of a tankless water heater before making a decision. Tankless units do not store heated water like a storage type water heater; they only heat water as there is demand and therefore must be sized to meet the maximum flow for the application. In some cases a tankless water heater may improve operating efficiency, but possibly at the expense of user comfort. Hubbell tankless water heaters are available inElectric Tankless or Gas Tankless.
Do I need a drain pan under my heater?
Yes, Hubbell advises that a drip pan with a proper drainage connection be installed under your water heater. In some locations drip pans are required by code and in other situations they are highly recommended, but not required. In either case, if a water heater leak or a dripping relief valve could result in property damage then a drip pan must be installed under the water heater, even when not required by code.
How does my water heater ship?
All Hubbell storage type water heaters ship via common carrier and are classified by the Commodity Classification Standards Board under National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) class 100. Each water heater is palletized and wood crated. All Hubbell tankless water heaters, when transported using common carrier, ship class 77.5. To provide the lowest transportation cost, in most cases the shipment is made on Hubbell’s account and the freight cost is added to the invoice, commonly referred to as “Pre pay and add”. For very large shipments, the most economical method (LTL or Dedicated Truck) for transporting the water heaters to the final destination will be analyzed by Hubbell's transportation department.
Why is Hydrastone Cement a better choice over glass lining?
Cement lining provides guaranteed 100% coverage with a minimum thickness of 0.5” over all internal tank surfaces. In comparison, glass lining is approximately 0.005” thick and includes imperfections, pinholes and variation in coverage thickness resulting in portions of unprotected steel tank exposed to corrosion. In an attempt to compensate, glass lined tanks include a sacrificial anode in an effort to slow down the corrosion of the tank. Cement lined tanks on the other hand do not require an anode due to the integrity of the lining. As such, a cement lined tank will far outlast a glass lined tank. For a more complete explanation of the benefits of the Hubbell cement lining please click on the following link Cement Lining
What is the R value of a Hubbell water heater?
Hubbell uses a blown-in polyurethane foam insulation for all cement lined water heaters and tanks up to 150 gallon capacity. This insulation has an R value of 7.2 per inch. Most Hubbell tanks have a minimum of 2 inches of insulation resulting in an R value of 14. Certain models are available either standard or as an option with 3 inch insulation and therefore have an R value of 21. Large storage water heater tanks over 150 gallon capacity and custom made stainless steel or alloy tanks have either 2" or 3" fiberglass insulation with an R value of 3.5 per inch.
What type of venting can I use?
The Hubbell gas tankless heater can be vented with PVC, CPVC or Polypropylene. Please see Installation, Operation and Maintenance manual for complete venting details.
Do Hubbell water heaters qualify as Low Lead?
Yes, all Hubbell water heater models qualify as meeting the low lead requirements of the “Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act” amendment to the “Safe Drinking Water Act” (SDWA) Section 1417(d) effective as of January 4, 2014. Hubbell certifies that its water heaters meet the following requirements of the SDWA and therefore are qualified and certified as Low Lead : (a)Hubbell water heater do not contain more than 0.2 percent lead with respect to solder and flux (b)Hubbell water heaters do not contain more than a weighted average of 0.25 percent lead with respect to all wetted surfaces of the water heater
Warranty
Hubbell shall warranty all electrical components against defects in workmanship and material for a period of one (1) year from date of start-up, and the pressure vessel for a full five (5) years Non Pro-Rated (Square Optional: Full ten (10) yeas Non Pro-Rated) from date of start-up, provided that the unit is started within three (3) months of date of shipment and installed and operated within the scope of the tank design and operating capability. Labor is not covered under warranty. Each heater shall be shipped with a complete set of installation and operating instructions including spare parts list and approved drawings.
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