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Gas Water Heating Utah

Ben Franklin Plumbing can install any gas water heater in Salt Lake or Provo Utah. Click Here for water heater service in Salt Lake County or Utah County.

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Conventional (atmospheric) vent water heaters

These powerful conventional (atmospheric) vent water heaters set the standard of water heaters. With a large supply of stand-by hot water and high unlimited flow rates make this model a popular design choice across the nation. The 75-100 gallon models do not include the Defender Safety System®.

(Sample model numbers include: M-I-303T6FBN, M-I-40T6FBN, M-I-5036FBN - Non-Defender Energy Saver model numbers include: M-I-75S6BN & M-I-100T6BN)

Defender Safety System Features

  • Advanced ScreenLok® Technology Flame Arrestor design
  • Resettable thermal switch
  • Piezo ingiter
  • Maintenance free
  • Pedestal base
  • Sight window

Standard Energy Saver features

  • Fully automatic controls
  • Factory installed Hydrojet® Total Performance System
  • Vitraglas® lining
  • Factory installed dielectric waterway fittings
  • Protective magnesium anode rod
  • "3" x "4" Snap-Lock draft diverter on 40,000 BTU/Hr. or less models
  • T&P relief valve included
  • Brass drain valve
  • 1" Non-CFC foam insulation (except where noted)
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(XR) Conventional (atmospheric) vent water heaters

The conventional (atmospheric) vent water heaters are unique in that they offer “Extra Recovery" (XR). “Extra Recovery" provides additional hot water at usable temperatures in a shorter duration of time than normal. The Defender Safety System® is not included in the 75-gallon model.

(Sample model numbers include: M-1-XR403S6FBN, M-2-XR504T6FBN, M-2-XR65T6FBN - Non-Defender XR model numbers include: M-2-XR75S6BN)

Defender Safety System features

  • Advanced ScreenLok® Technology Flame Arrestor design
  • Resettable thermal switch
  • Piezo ingiter
  • Maintenance free
  • Pedestal base
  • Sight window

Standard Energy Saver features

  • Fully automatic controls
  • Factory Installed Hydrojet® Total Performance System
  • Vitraglas® lining
  • Factory installed dielectric waterway fittings
  • Protective magnesium anode rod
  • ¾" Side Connections for space heating
  • Snap-lock draft diverter
  • T & P relief valve included
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M4 MODELS

The M4 model is defined by high efficiency. The M4 happens to be the most energy efficient model we offer. The combination of pipe wraps, extra insulation and integral heat traps all help to decrease stand-by heat loss.

(Sample model numbers include: M-4-40T6FBN, M-4-403S6FBN, M-4-5036FBN, M-4-60T6FBN)

Defender Safety System features

  • Advanced ScreenLok® Technology Flame Arrestor design
  • Resettable thermal switch
  • Piezo ingiter
  • Maintenance free
  • Pedestal base
  • Sight window

Standard Energy Saver features

  • Fully automatic controls
  • Factory installed Hydrojet® Total Performance System
  • Vitraglas® lining
  • Factory installed dielectric waterway fittings
  • Protective magnesium anode rod
  • "3" x "4" Snap-Lock draft diverter on 40,000 BTU/Hr. or less models
  • T&P relief valve included
  • 2" Non-CFC foam insulation
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HIGH PERFORMANCE ENERGY SAVER MODELS

These High Performance Series™ water heaters provide hot water instantly from their exclusive space saving package. The 25-gallon model (GX2-25S) provides an incredible 155 gallons, while the 55-gallon model (GX1-55S) delivers 200 gallons.

Standard features

  • High Input Combustion System
  • Optimizer™ Temperature Contrul System
  • Factory Installed Hydrojet 2™ Total Performance System
  • Vitraglas® Lining
  • Fully Automatic Contruls
  • Side Connections
  • Non-CFC Foam Insulation
  • Water Connections
  • Two Protective Magnesium Anode Rods
  • "Snap Lock" Draft Diverter
  • Helical Fin Flue
  • Steel Tank
  • T&P Relief Valve
  • Brass Drain Valve
  • Design Certified by CSA International (formerly AGA and CGA)
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ECO DEFENDER SAFETY SYSTEM® ENERGY SAVER MODELS

Bradford White's Eco-Defender Safety System® Ultra Low NOx Series water heaters employ the latest ground-breaking materials and technulogy for an ecologically friendly supply of water heaters. Each and every water heater meets the allowable NOx emissions set by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD). All Bradford White water heaters maintain a high level of safety, reliability and performance.

The FVIR Eco-Defender Safety Models Feature

  • Defender Combustion Chamber—Advanced ScreenLok® Technology Flame Arrestor
  • Ultra Low NOx Burner with Primary and Secondary Air Distribution Devices
  • Digital Thermal Sensor and Resettable Thermal Switch
  • Millivult Powered Contrul with Built-in Piezo Igniter
  • Pedestal Base
  • Maintenance Free
  • Sight Window—view into the combustion chamber
  • No Electricity Required.
  • Factory Installed Hydrojet®Total Performance System
  • Vitraglas® Lining
  • Self Diagnostic Honeywell Gas Contrul
  • Side Connections—3/4" NPT tappings (U1-XR-403S model only).
  • 1" or 2" Non-CFC Foam Insulation
  • Water Connections—3/4" NPT factory installed true dielectric fittings
  • Factory Installed Heat Traps
  • Protective Magnesium Anode Rod
  • 3x4 “Snap Lock" Draft Diverter
  • Flue Baffle
  • Steel Tank
  • T&P Relief Valve—Included
  • Brass Drain Valve
  • Meets SCAQMD Rule 1121 (10ng/J NOx limit)
  • Design Certified by CSA International (formerly AGA and CGA)
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DEFENDER SAFETY SYSTEM® TTW1® MODELS

The TTW®1 model is our through-the-wall power-vented model. It can either be horizontally or vertically vented through the closest outside wall.

(Model numbers include: M-1-TW-40S6FBN & M-1-TW-50S6FBN, M-1-TW-60T6FBN)
Defender Safety System features

  • Advanced ScreenLok® Technology Flame Arrestor Design
  • Flammable Vapor Sensor
  • Pedestal Base
  • Maintenance Free
  • Sight Window
  • Power Vented Water Heater
  • Powerful Blower Motor
  • Spark to Pilot Ignition System

Standard Energy Saver features

  • Horizontal and Vertical Venting
  • Vitraglas® lining
  • Protective Magnesium Anode Rod
  • Factory Installed Dielectric Waterway Fittings
  • Factory Installed Hydrojet® Total Performance System
  • 1" Non-CFC Foam Insulation
  • Electronic Gas Contrul Valve
  • Brass Drain Valve
  • T&P relief valve included
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DEFENDER SAFETY SYSTEM® TTW2® MODELS

The TTW®2 model, similar to the TTW®1 model, provides higher BTU inputs, thick 2 inches of insulation and 80% recovery efficiency. The TTW®2 model offers superior flexible venting alternatives.

(Sample model numbers include: M-2-TW-50T6FBN & M-2-TW-65T6FBN - Non-Defender TTW®2 model include: M-2-TW-75T6BN)
Defender Safety System features

  • Advanced ScreenLok® Technology Flame Arrestor Design
  • Flammable Vapor Sensor
  • Maintenance Free
  • Sight Window
  • Pedestal Base

Standard Energy Saver features

  • Powerful Blower Motor
  • Spark to Pilot Ignition System
  • Electronic Gas Contrul Valve
  • Power Vented Water Heater
  • Electronic Ignition
  • Horizontal and Vertical Venting
  • Vitraglas® Lining
  • ¾" Side Connections for space heating
  • Protective Magnesium Anode Rod
  • Factory Installed Dielectric Waterway Fittings
  • Factory Installed Hydrojet® 2TM Total Performance System
  • 2" Non-CFC Foam Insulation
  • Brass Drain Valve
  • T&P Relief Valve Included
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DEFENDER SAFETY SYSTEM® DIRECT VENT ENERGY SAVER MODELS

The direct vent water heaters by Bradford White are a great choice for conditions that have insufficient combustion air. This unique model uses a co-axial rotational venting system that captures outside air (outer vent) and directly vents the combustion gases back to the (inner vent).

(Model numbers include: DS1-40S6FBN & DS1-50S6FBN)

  • Fully automatic controls
  • Factory installed dielectric waterway fittings
  • Co-axial rotational venting
  • Horizontal vent terminal uses outside air to support combustion and exhausts to the outside
  • Optional vent kit allows up to 8' horizontal or vertical venting extensions
  • Factory Installed Hydrojet® Total Performance System
  • Vitraglas® lining
  • No electrical power necessary
  • Protective magnesium anode rod
  • Piezo igniter
  • T&P valve included
  • Brass drain valve
  • 1" Non-CFC foam insulation
  • Reinforced Seals
  • Closed Combustion
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DEFENDER SAFETY SYSTEM® HIGH-INPUT DIRECT VENT ENERGY SAVER MODELS

The 2nd generation Direct Vent water heaters provide high inputs and high gallon capacities. The co-axial venting goes up to eight feet vertically and horizontally.

(Sample model numbers include: DH1-504T6FBN & DH1-75S6FBN)

  • Fully automatic controls
  • Factory installed dielectric waterway fittings
  • Co-axial rotational venting
  • Side tappings for space heating
  • Optional vent kit allows up to 8' horizontal or vertical venting extensions
  • Factory Installed Hydrojet® Total Performance System
  • Vitraglas® lining
  • No electrical power necessary
  • Protective magnesium anode rod
  • Piezo igniter
  • T&P valve Included
  • Brass drain valve
  • 1" Non-CFC foam insulation
  • Reinforced Seals
  • Closed Combustion
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DEFENDER SAFETY SYSTEM® POWER DIRECT VENT MODELS

The Power Direct Vent model is an independent flexible venting system that takes combustion air from outside by incorporating a power-blower to expel the gases.

(Sample model numbers include: PDX2-50T6FBN & PDX2-75T6FBN)

  • Factory Installed Hydrojet® Total Performance System
  • Vitraglas® lining
  • Factory installed dielectric waterway fittings
  • Side connections for space heating
  • T&P valve included
  • Brass drain valve
  • 6 year limited tank warranty
  • 2" Non-CFC foam insulation, 1" on PDX-2-65T
  • Optional Concentric Vent Kit Termination
  • Vertical or Horizontal Venting
  • Flammable Vapor Sensor
  • Electronic Gas Contrul
  • Closed Combustion
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DEFENDER SAFETY SYSTEM® ENERGY SAVER ATMOSPHERIC COMBUSTION MODELS FOR MANUFACTURED HOMES

This heater, specifically designed for mobile homes, works in a similar manner to the conventional gas-powered water heater. Its most notable feature is its narrow width that allows it to fit in tight places.

(Model numbers include: M-I-MH30T6FLX & M-I-MH40T6FLX)

  • Fully automatic controls
  • Roof jack package for installation flexibility
  • Vitraglas® lining
  • Protective magnesium anode rod
  • T&P relief valve opening
  • Brass drain valve
  • 1" Non-CFC foam insulation
  • Advanced Screenlok® Technology Flame Arrestor Design
  • Resettable Thermal Switch
  • Piezo Ignitor
  • Pedestal Base
  • Sight Window
  • Convertible Gas Contrul
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DIRECT VENT CLOSED COMBUSTION MODELS FOR MANUFACTURED HOMES

This version, also designed for mobile homes, takes combustion air from the outside and vents the combustion gases directly back outside, much like the energy saver atmospheric combustion model.

(Model numbers include: M-1-MS30T6LX & M-1-MS40T6LX)

  • Fully automatic controls
  • Closed combustion vent kit package for installation flexibility
  • Flue Baffle
  • Vitraglas® lining
  • Factory installed dielectric waterway fittings
  • Protective magnesium anode rod
  • T&P relief valve opening
  • Brass drain valve
  • 1" Non-CFC foam insulation