A.O. Smith Advantage

Ultimate corrosion resistance for longer life!

The superior time-tested PermaGlas® coating process, developed by A.O. Smith, is considered by the industry one of the most efficient, long-lasting defenses against the corrosive effects of hot water. Standard on Conservationist, All ProMax standard-vent models.

CoreGard™ advanced anode rod protection...now an industry standard!

 

The anode rod is a highly effective corrosion fighting system which utilizes cathodic action to protect internal tank surfaces from corrosive elements. CoreGard adds a stainless steel core to magnesium or aluminum anodes for even longer life. Standard on Conservationist and ProMax models.

 

 

DynaClean™ Automatic Sediment-Cleaning System

Automatic self-cleaning action greatly reduces sediment accumulation and maximizes hot water output. For 2003, we've introduced DynaClean II, with even more sediment-fighting power on Conservationist models. The DynaClean system is also standard on all ProMax models.

 

T&P Relief Valve

Every temperature and pressure relief valve is factory-supplied and matched to the heater. Standard on all gas and electric models.

 

Tamper-Resistant Brass Drain Valve

Reliable, quality brass valve comes with Conservationist and ProMax models. Standard on most other residential gas and electric models.

 

New Intelli-Vent power gas control valve

Now standard on Power Shot Power-Vent and Sealed Shot Power Direct-Vent, this advanced electronic valve features polarity sensing to help ensure proper operation, easy-to-understand diagnostics and a nearly indestructible silicon nitride hot surface igniter.

 

PEX Dip Tubes

A.O. Smith's PEX cross-link polymer dip tubes are long-lasting due to superior resistance to destructive thermal oxidation. Standard on all gas and electric models.

 

Green Choice™ Low-NOx Burner

Patented "eco-friendly" burner design reduces NOx emissions by up to 33% and complies with Southern California and Texas requirements. Standard on Conservationist and ProMax gas models .

 

Leading Edge A.O. Smith C3 Technology™ Water Heaters

A.O. Smith 30, 40 and 50-gallon standard atmospheric gas models are not C3 Technology™ water heaters. They met new ANSI Z21.10.1 "Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant" standards dealing with the accidental ignition of flammable vapors outside the water heater. With A.O. Smith's non-metallic Corderite Flame Arrestor, C3 Technology provides an advanced level of protection and the industry's most contractor-friendly design.

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