A dependable 40-gallon (151 L) atmospheric vent gas water heater designed for standard vertical chimney or B-vent installations without electricity. Featuring the Defender Safety System®, Bradford White ICON System® intelligent gas control, and Vitraglas® enamel lining with Microban® antimicrobial protection.
Technical specifications
| Warranty | Subject to the exceptions described below, the duration of the limited glass lined tank warranty will be found in the model number. RG240T6N has a 6-year glass lined tank warranty Subject to the exceptions in this chart, the duration of the limited parts warranty will be 6 years from the date of installation. Any applicable water heater carrying a glass lined tank warranty between 1 and 8 years that is used for anything other than a single-family residential housing unit will be covered for only 1 year on the glass lined tank and 1 year on parts regardless of any other warranty period specified. Source: Bradford White warrantyWarranty is provided by the manufacturer under its own terms. See the source link for full details. |
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Key features
- Zero electrical power required — millivolt thermopile powers the intelligent gas valve, ensuring hot water is always available even during power outages.
- Standard chimney venting — 3-inch or 4-inch draft hood connects directly into existing residential chimneys or B-vent flues.
- Defender Safety System® — Advanced ScreenLok® flame arrestor technology prevents external flammable vapor ignition.
- Vitraglas® enamel tank lining — exclusively engineered enamel coating with Microban® antimicrobial technology provides long-term corrosion resistance.
- Hydrojet® Total Performance System — cold-water inlet dip tube reduces sediment accumulation and extends tank life.
- Bradford White ICON System® — intelligent gas control with precise temperature sensing and diagnostic status LED.
Bradford White Hydrojet® sediment reduction technology
Specifications
| Brand | Bradford White |
|---|---|
| Series | Defender Safety System® Atmospheric Vent (RG2) |
| Nominal capacity | 40 US Gallons (151 L) |
| Gas input | 40,000 BTU/h (11.7 kW) |
| First Hour Rating (FHR) | 65 US Gallons (246 L) |
| Recovery at 90 °F (50 °C) rise | 41 GPH (155 L/h) |
| Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) | 0.62 |
| Vent connection size | 3 in or 4 in draft hood connection |
| Dimensions (H × Dia) | 59.0 × 20.0 in (150.0 × 50.8 cm) |
| Approximate shipping weight | 130 lb (59 kg) |
Before you buy
- Venting check: Requires an existing masonry chimney with metal liner or certified B-vent flue with proper vertical draft.
- Sizing guide: Sized for households with 1 to 3 occupants.
- Gas connection: 1/2-inch NPT gas connection and 3/4-inch NPT domestic water connections.
Documents
- Specification sheet — Bradford White Atmospheric Vent RG2 Series (PDF)
- Installation and operation manual — Atmospheric Vent Gas Water Heaters (PDF)
Specifications from Bradford White technical submittals. Subject to manufacturer revisions.
Installation & Safety Notice: Atmospheric vent gas water heaters must be connected to an approved chimney/flue and installed by a licensed gas technician (TSSA certified in Ontario) per CSA B149.1 fuel safety codes.
Common questions
Is installation included?
No. AVL Shop sells equipment only. Installation is done by an independent licensed contractor that you hire.
How is freight charged?
Freight cost is included in your written quote before you pay.
What warranty does this product have?
The manufacturer warranty applies. Where we have the manufacturer’s exact wording, it is shown in the Warranty row of the specifications on this page, with a link to the source.
How do I get a quote?
Use Request a quote on this page and send the model and your city or postal code.