A. O. Smith is a water heater manufacturer based in Tennessee with products for residential and commercial use. It’s a trusted name that has been in the business for more than 70 years. For your home, you will find several AO Smith hot water heater options to choose from. In fact, they have around 160 models on their website just for propane water heaters.
Of course, they offer all the other types of water heaters, such as tankless water heaters, solar water heaters, electric water heaters, and hybrid water heaters. Once you’ve chosen the type of AO Smith hot water heater to buy, you can then narrow down your choices by different filter options like capacity, BTU input, or emissions to specific product lines, features, and fuel type.
Product Models
Because of the myriad of AO Smith hot water heater options available, it will make shopping much easier if you become familiar with the most popular AO Smith hot water heater models and what each can do.
Energy Saver: These gas- or propane-fueled water heaters are designed to completely meet all governmental safety requirements for the installation of manufactured housing. They come in either standard venting or direct venting units, with your choice of natural gas or propane operation.
Conservationist®: This line is available in either gas or electric models and is one of the most energy-efficient water heaters around. The gas-fueled model features corrosion resistant glass coating and environmentally friendly gas burners designed to reduce nitrogen oxide (NO) emissions by more than 30 percent compared to regular burners. The electric models feature heating elements than can last thrice as long as regular elements made of copper.
Vertex™: These innovative models are also highly efficient, delivering long-lasting hot water supply that can match larger water heaters, so they are perfect for homes with high water heating needs. They are about the same size as the regular units, making them easy to install.
Effex®: This line of state-of-the-art conventional vent gas water heaters are the most efficient models available in today’s market. It is perfect for homeowners looking for a hassle-free way to upgrade old, inefficient water heaters.
ProMax®: This is a line of gas and electric water heaters that are designed to give you huge energy savings. The gas models feature side loop vents, very low NO emissions, and high recovery, which makes them suitable for households with high water needs. The electric models are engineered for reduced sediment and lime buildup. Thick foam insulation (CFC-free) provides exceptional efficiency.
Voltex®: This AO Smith’s line of hybrid electric water heaters utilizes heat pump technology that allows it to store more energy and, thus, boost savings. It is simple to use and comes in 50- to 80-gallon units.
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