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POWERFUL PERFORMANCE
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We designed the new Richmond Super High Efficiency Gas Water Heater family to give you the best of everything. Not only are they 50% more efficient than a standard gas water heater, but they’re the highest-efficiency water heater in their class. And because they’re so powerful, they give all the hot water you want.

These products meet a stringent set of our company’s internally defined sustainability standards
EARTH-FRIENDLY EFFICIENCY
Super-high efficiency operation delivers energy and energy cost savings and a reduced carbon footprint1
DEPENDABLE hot water
Heats water up to 2X faster,2 so you’ll have plenty of water to do the dishes, wash the laundry or even run continuous3 back-to-back showers
ECONET® SMART MONITORING
Exclusive technology provides control and alerts via both mobile device4 and full-color LCD display
EASY INSTALLATION
Plumber-friendly design makes installation faster and more affordable with versatile and built-in features
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Unmatched Savings
& So Much More

Save upfront and continue saving for years to come with the Richmond ENCORE® Super High Efficiency Gas Water Heater with LeakSense™. From big energy cost savings to installation savings and tax credits, everything about the Super High Efficiency Gas Water Heater is a win-win.

Maximum Efficiency

Super High Efficiency – High efficiency water heating with up to 0.90 UEF for carbon footprint and energy use reduction of up to 36%1

Cost-Friendly Upgrade – Take advantage of available tax credits or local utility rebates, and enjoy estimated energy cost savings of up to $1,100+ over 12 years5

Continuous Hot Water

Delivers Continuous Hot Water – Heats water up to 2X faster than a standard gas tank2 so you’ll have plenty water to do the dishes, wash the laundry or even run continuous3 back-to-back showers

MaxMode™ – Gives the water heater the boost it needs to produce up to 15% more hot water and keep up, even if demand gets high—perfect for those weekends with house guests

Smart Controls

Integrated Wi-Fi – Real-time service alerts and control from anywhere with the EcoNet App4

Added Protection – Built-in 360° LeakSense™ water leak detection system detects any leak, large or small, internal or external6; plus the Richmond ENCORE Super High Efficiency Gas Water Heater is FVIR compliant

Hot Water Availability Indicator – Shower with confidence knowing there is enough hot water available

Leak Prevention – Available LeakGuard™ accessory stops water leaks before they become a problem, limiting leaks to 20 oz. or less7

Pain-free for Plumbers

0″ Clearance on Sides – Fits in a closet

Venting Versatility – Installs as Power Vent or Power Direct Vent, so you only have to carry one product on your truck

Startup Verification – Be sure your customer is up and running before you leave the home

Easy Diagnostics – View advanced diagnostic information8 and detect outgoing water temperature

Fast and Easy Service – Fully serviceable from the front

Did You Know?

Richmond ENCORE Super High Efficiency Gas Water Heater qualifies for tax credits and rebates in addition to reducing energy use up to 36%.

Even More of a Great Thing

If you have a large household with extra-high demand for hot water, the extra-large capacity of the Richmond ENCORE® Heavy Duty Super High Efficiency Gas Water Heater with LeakSense™ is an easy choice. It combines power and smart performance so you can enjoy energy cost savings plus installation savings and tax credits.

Maximum Efficiency

Super High Efficiency – High-efficiency water heating with up to 0.88 UEF, reducing your carbon footprint with up to a 33% energy-use reduction1

Powerful Performance – Delivers 1.4X the hot water of a standard 75-gallon tank

Continuous Hot Water

Delivers Continuous Hot Water – Heats water up to 2X faster than a standard gas tank2 with a 3.8 GPM continuous flow so you’ll have plenty of water to do the dishes, wash the laundry or even run continuous3 back-to-back showers

Heavy Duty Capacity – Heats 75 gallons with 100K BTU/h power to keep the whole house supplied with ample hot water

MaxMode™ – Gives the water heater the boost it needs to produce up to 15% more hot water and keep up, even if demand gets high—perfect for those weekends with house guests

Smart Controls

Integrated Wi-Fi – Real-time service alerts and control from anywhere with the EcoNet App4

Added Protection – Built-in 360° LeakSense™ water leak detection system detects any leak, large or small, internal or external6

Hot Water Availability Indicator – Shower with confidence knowing there is enough hot water available

Leak Prevention – Available LeakGuard™ accessory stops water leaks before they become a problem, limiting leaks to 20 oz. or less7

Pain-free for Plumbers

Perfect for Replacement – Same size as a standard gas water heater with ½" gas line, standard ¾" water connection and top & side connections

Venting Versatility – Installs as Power Vent or Power Direct Vent, so you only have to carry one product on your truck

Startup Verification – Be sure your customer is up and running before you leave the home

Advanced Diagnostics – View full-text diagnostic information8 and detect outgoing water temperature

Fast and Easy Service – Fully serviceable from the front

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Maximizing Efficiency &
Powerful Performance

The Richmond ESSENTIAL PLUS® Super High Efficiency Gas Water Heater takes sustainability to the max with efficient performance and innovative features that mean you don’t have to choose between your sustainability goals and enjoying hot water.

Maximum Efficiency

Super High Efficiency – High efficiency water heating with up to 0.90 UEF to lower your monthly energy bill

Cost-Friendly Upgrade – Take advantage of available tax credits or local utility rebates, and enjoy estimated energy cost savings of up to $630 over 8 years5

More Hot Water

Delivers Continuous Hot Water – A 50-gallon ESSENTIAL PLUS Super High Efficiency Gas Water Heater tank provides up to 25% more hot water than a standard tank so you’ll have enough water to take care of all your hot water needs, including doing the dishes, washing the laundry, showering and more

Smart Sustainability

Ultra Low NOx Radiant Burner Design – Reduces NOx emissions up to 75%9

Carbon Footprint Reduction – Reduces your carbon footprint with up to a 36% reduction in energy use

Pain-free for Plumbers

0" Clearance on Sides – Allows installation in tight spaces—even closets

Venting Versatility – Installs as Power Vent or Power Direct Vent, so you only have to carry one product on your truck

Startup Verification – Be sure your customer is up and running before you leave the home

Easy Diagnostics – View on-screen diagnostic codes8 and detect outgoing water temperature

Fast and Easy Service – Fully serviceable from the front

Upgrading made simple. All Richmond ENCORE Super High Efficiency Gas Water Heaters have zero side clearance requirement—making them easy to install even where space is a concern, like in a closet.

Knowledge is Power

With integrated Wi-Fi, homeowners can avoid cold showers, detect leaks and more. It’s all possible with Richmond ENCORE Super High Efficiency Gas Water Heaters and the EcoNet® App.4

EcoNet Home Screen

Check and adjust temperature, set home or away, view any alerts, change operating mode and view available hot water

EcoNet Home Screen

Energy Use Tracking

View weekly, monthly and yearly energy usage reports

Setting Away and Home

Advanced Diagnostics

Allows plumbers to view detailed alerts and alarm codes while at the water heater to expedite service8

Recirculation Pump Function

Water Temperature Control

Easily check and adjust water temperature and activate MaxMode™ as needed

Remotely Start Pump

Setting Away and Home

Save energy on water heating costs while away and return home to a tank full of perfectly hot water

Simple Scheduling

Contractor Information

Helps you connect with customers by giving them an easy way to reach and share codes with you for repeat business and quicker service calls

Simple Scheduling
NOTE: Appearance of EcoNet screens may vary.

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DEGREES OF INNOVATION

We focus on innovating with intent, engineering solutions with lifetime sustainability in mind—from material selection to smart features to responsible recycling.

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1Comparison of a 40- and 50-gallon Richmond ENCORE Super High Efficiency to a standard atmospheric gas tank of like capacity with minimum efficiency. 2Recovery comparison of Richmond ENCORE Super High Efficiency to atmospheric and PV/conventional vent gas tanks. 3Continuous hot water is dependent on inlet water temperature, tank water set temperature and model. 4Wi-Fi broadband connection and EcoNet App required; connection between water heater and app are dependent on external factors beyond Richmond’s control. 5Based on AOC (annual operating cost) comparison of 40- and 50-gallon Richmond ENCORE Super High Efficiency Gas Water Heaters to standard gas water heaters of like capacity with minimum efficiency. 6Water leaks from the heater only, as tested across scenarios including a minimum of 5.5mL/hr volume leak rate, using most common installation scenarios. Time starts when leak begins and ends when sensor alarm is triggered. 7Applies to models with auto shut-off valve installed only. Testing under a vacuum lock using 50-gallon tank, no expansion tank, average tank pressure of 40 psi, assuming no additional faucets are opened. 8Wi-Fi broadband connection and Richmond Contractor App required; connection between water heater and app dependent on external factors beyond Richmond’s control. 9Compared to standard atmospheric gas water heater, not to exceed 75,000 BTUs.