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Reliance 38 gal 4500 W Electric Water Heater
Reliance 38 gal 4500 W Electric Water Heater

Reliance 38 gal 4500 W Electric Water Heater

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A 4500-watt element delivers fast recovery, backed by a 6-year tank warranty and USA-built construction.
Reliance MPN 6-40-EOLBS
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About Product Overview

A 38-gallon electric water heater built for households that need reliable hot water without a lot of fuss. The Reliance 6-40-EOLBS runs on 240 volts with a 4500-watt element, giving you the recovery speed to keep up with laundry, dishes, and back-to-back showers. Top water connections make installation straightforward in tight utility closets or basements, and the 3/4 inch fittings match standard plumbing without extra adapters.

Built and assembled in the USA, this unit is CSA listed for safety and backed by a 6-year limited warranty on the tank and parts, plus 1 year on labor - solid coverage for a residential workhorse. The temperature and pressure relief valve is included, so it's ready to install once you've got your fittings on hand. Good fit for homeowners replacing an aging tank or outfitting a smaller household that doesn't need a larger capacity unit.

  • 38-gallon tank capacity, electric powered
  • 240 volts, 4500 watts, 18.75 amps
  • Top water connections, 3/4 inch connection and valve size
  • CSA listed, temperature and pressure relief valve included
  • 6-year limited warranty on tank and parts, 1-year labor
  • Made in the USA; 23 inch diameter, 32 inch height

The Details Specifications

Brand Reliance
UPC 091193004777
Case Pack Quantity 1 per case
Retail Unit Quantity 1
Dimensions (L × W × H) 28 × 25 × 36
Weight 118 lbs
Country of Origin USA
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