The #1 standard residential gas water heater for Ontario families, offering a 50-gallon (189 L) storage capacity and power vent sidewall exhaust without requiring a chimney. Built with Bradford White's Defender Safety System®, Vitraglas® enamel lining with Microban®, and a high 82-gallon First Hour Rating (FHR) to supply simultaneous showers, dishwashers, and laundry.
Technical specifications
| Heater Type | Tank (Storage) |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type | Dual Fuel (NG/LP) |
| 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. |
Key features
- Power vent sidewall exhaust — motorized top blower exhausts flue gases horizontally through 2-inch or 3-inch PVC, CPVC, or ABS pipe up to 180 equivalent feet.
- High 82-gallon First Hour Rating — 40,000 BTU/h burner and 50-gallon capacity comfortably support 3 to 5 person households with multiple bathrooms.
- 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 enhances thermal recovery.
- Bradford White ICON System® — intelligent gas control with thermopile-powered logic and multicolor diagnostic LED status.
Specifications
| Brand | Bradford White |
|---|---|
| Series | Defender Safety System® Power Vent (RG2PV) |
| Nominal capacity | 50 US Gallons (189 L) |
| Gas input | 40,000 BTU/h (11.7 kW) |
| First Hour Rating (FHR) | 82 US Gallons (310 L) |
| Recovery at 90 °F (50 °C) rise | 43 GPH (163 L/h) |
| Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) | 0.68 |
| Venting diameter & max length | 2 in: up to 50 ft; 3 in: up to 120 ft (PVC/CPVC/ABS) |
| Electrical requirement | 120 V AC, 60 Hz, under 3 A (standard 3-prong wall outlet for blower) |
| Dimensions (H × Dia) | 60.2 × 22.0 in (153.0 × 55.9 cm) |
| Approximate shipping weight | 160 lb (73 kg) |
Before you buy
- Sizing guide: Sized for households with 3 to 5 occupants and multiple simultaneous hot water fixtures.
- Electrical requirement: Requires a dedicated 120 V AC electrical outlet near the tank to power the top-mounted vent blower fan.
- Venting material: Must use approved Schedule 40 PVC, CPVC, or ABS pipe terminating through an exterior sidewall with proper snow-line clearances.
Documents
- Specification sheet — Bradford White Power Vent RG2PV Series (PDF)
- Installation and operation manual — Power Vent Gas Water Heaters (PDF)
Specifications from Bradford White technical submittals. Subject to manufacturer revisions.
Installation & Safety Notice: Power-vent gas water heaters must be installed by a licensed gas technician (TSSA certified in Ontario) following Bradford White venting and electrical specifications.
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.
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