Rheem Professional Prestige ProTerra Hybrid Electric Water Heater
The most efficient water heater available
Key Features
Efficiency
- Up to 4.0 UEF reduces operating cost
- ENERGY STAR® rated
- Title 24 Compliant (JA13 Ready)
Performance
- Delivers hot water faster than most standard electric water heaters
- Ambient operating range: 37-145° F, widest in class, offering more days of HP operation annually; designed to meet Northern Climate Spec (Tier 4)
Easy Installation
- Easy access side connections
- Quick access to electrical junction box
- Easily replaces a standard electric water heater
Integration
- Electronic control for easy temperature adjustment and mode management
- Audible alarm for service alerts
- Integrated EcoNet® WiFi-connected technology and free mobile app for control, customizable temperature, vacation settings, energy savings, and system monitoring. Visit Rheem.com/hybridsolutions
- CTA-2045 Ready (adapter included)
Operation Modes
- Energy Saver
- Heat Pump
- High Demand
- Electric
- Vacation/Away: 2-28 days (or placed on hold indefinitely)
Plus...
- Premium grade anode rod with resistor extends tank life
- 3/4" NPT water inlet and outlet; 3/4" condensate drain connections
- Incoloy stainless steel resistor elements
- Dry-fire protection
- Easy access, top-mounted washable air filter
- 2" Non-CFC foam insulation
- Enhanced flow brass drain valve
- Temperature and pressure relief valve installed
- Design certified to NSF/ANSI 372 (Lead Content)
Warranty
- 10-Year limited tank and parts warranty. See Residential Warranty Certificate for complete information.
Certifications & Ratings
- Units meet or exceed ANSI requirements and have been tested according to D.O.E. procedures.
- Meet or exceed energy efficiency requirements of NAECA, ASHRAE standard 90, ICC Code, and state energy efficiency performance criteria.
- ENERGY STAR® rated
- LEED Points = 3
Product Visual
A Rheem Professional Prestige ProTerra Hybrid Electric water heater is depicted. It is a tall, cylindrical unit with a silver-grey casing and a black control panel on the front. The Rheem logo is at the top. The unit is shown with stylized blue and orange wavy lines behind it, suggesting water flow or energy. An ENERGY STAR logo is visible on the unit. The text "Available in 15 & 30 Amps" is also present.
Specifications
The Rheem Professional Prestige ProTerra Hybrid offers various capacities and performance metrics. The following table details specifications for 30 Amp and 15 Amp models across 40, 50, 65, and 80-gallon capacities.
| Nominal Gallon Capacity | Rated Gallon Capacity | Description | Model Number | Model Variant | Energy Info | Features | Shipping Weights | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric Breaker Size | Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) | Est. Yearly Energy Cost | Compressor BTU/H | First Hr. Rating G.P.H. | Recovery G.P.H. 90° F Rise | Element Wattage | Total Unit Wattage | Max Amps | Unit Wt. (LBS) | Approx. Ship Wt. (LBS.) | |||||
| ProTerra 30 Amp | |||||||||||||||
| 40 | 36 | PROPH40 T2 RH375-30 | 700470 | 30 | 3.75 | $104 | 4,200 | 60 | 27 | 4,500 | 5,000 | 21 | 157 | 174 | |
| 50 | 45 | PROPH50 T2 RH375-30 | 700467 | 30 | 3.75 | $104 | 4,200 | 67 | 27 | 4,500 | 5,000 | 21 | 178 | 218 | |
| 65 | 59 | PROPH65 T2 RH375-30 | 700468 | 30 | 3.85 | $155 | 4,200 | 75 | 27 | 4,500 | 5,000 | 21 | 225 | 262 | |
| 80 | 72 | PROPH80 T2 RH375-30 | 700469 | 30 | 4.00 | $149 | 4,200 | 87 | 27 | 4,500 | 5,000 | 21 | 244 | 281 | |
| ProTerra 15 Amp | |||||||||||||||
| 40 | 36 | PROPH40 T2 RH375-15 | 700497 | 15 | 3.45 | $78 | 4,200 | 46 | 16 | 2,250 | 2,750 | 12 | 157 | 174 | |
| 50 | 45 | PROPH50 T2 RH375-15 | 700494 | 15 | 3.75 | $104 | 4,200 | 52 | 16 | 2,250 | 2,750 | 12 | 178 | 218 | |
| 65 | 59 | PROPH65 T2 RH375-15 | 700495 | 15 | 3.55 | $110 | 4,200 | 54 | 16 | 2,250 | 2,750 | 12 | 225 | 262 | |
| 80 | 72 | PROPH80 T2 RH375-15 | 700496 | 15 | 3.70 | $105 | 4,200 | 67 | 16 | 2,250 | 2,750 | 12 | 244 | 281 | |
Estimated energy cost based on a national average electricity cost of $0.12/kWh. Uniform Energy Factor and rated gallon capacity based on Department of Energy (DOE) requirements. All units have integrated WiFi control board.
Dimensions
The following table provides key dimensions (in inches) for the Professional Prestige ProTerra Hybrid water heater models. A diagram shows the placement of measurements A through J.
| Nominal Gallon Capacity | Model Number | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | PROPH40 | 62-5/16 | 20-1/4 | 47 | 3-5/8 | 39-5/8 | 25-3/8 | 20-1/2 | 78-7/8 | 22-3/8 | 21-3/4 |
| 50 | PROPH50 | 61-3/4 | 22-1/4 | 47 | 3-5/8 | 39-5/8 | 27-3/8 | 22-1/2 | 78-5/8 | 24-3/8 | 23-11/16 |
| 65 | PROPH65 | 64-3/16 | 24-1/4 | 49 | 3-7/8 | 42-3/8 | 29-1/2 | 24-5/8 | 81-1/8 | 26-1/2 | 25-13/16 |
| 80 | PROPH80 | 74-3/16 | 24-1/4 | 59 | 3-7/8 | 42-3/8 | 29-1/2 | 24-5/8 | 91 | 26-1/2 | 25-11/16 |
Note: A 2" clearance is needed for the T&P (Temperature and Pressure) relief valve.
Installation Guidelines
Proper installation is crucial for optimal efficiency. The following guidelines cover various scenarios for installing the hybrid water heater.
Heater: Not Ducted - Large Room
Room Size: Larger than 700 ft³ (e.g., 7' x 10' x 10').
Requirements: No additional ventilation needed.
Heater: Not Ducted - Small Room
Room Size: Smaller than 700 ft³ (e.g., 7' x 10' x 10').
Requirements: Full louvered door OR two louvers top and bottom.
Diagram shows a heater in a smaller room with a louvered door.
Heater: Not Ducted - Small Closet
Room: Small Closet
Requirements:
- Air gap under door equal to 18 in² (0.75" clearance).
- Louver must be located the same height on the door as the air exhaust on the heater.
- Heater air exhaust must be positioned towards the louver within one foot of the door.
Diagram illustrates a heater in a closet with specific clearance and louver placement requirements, showing air exhaust direction.
Heater: Ducted with Inlet OR Outlet Duct
Room Size: Any size room
Requirements: Air gap under door equal to 18 in² (0.75" clearance).
Diagram shows a heater with ductwork connected, requiring an air gap under the door.
Heater: Ducted with Inlet AND Outlet Duct
Room Size: Any size room
Requirements: No additional ventilation needed.
Diagram shows a heater with both inlet and outlet ductwork, requiring no additional ventilation.
Hybrid Accessories
Enhance your Rheem ProTerra Hybrid water heater with these available accessories.
| Description | Use For |
|---|---|
| Leak Sensor | Automatic detection of internal and external leaks |
| Shutoff Valve | Automatic shut off of water supply to unit |
| Inlet Duct Adapter | Allows for ducting to be connected on the top inlet |
| Outlet Duct Adapter | Allows for ducting to be connected to the unit |
| Earthquake Isolation Kit | Installations in seismic regions |
| Vibration Isolation Kit | Installation on non-concrete floors |
| 8" Diameter UL Certified Termination Kit | Termination to the outside or to the attic with 8" diameter |
| 7" Diameter UL Certified Termination Kit | Termination to the outside or to the attic with 7" diameter |
| 6" Diameter UL Certified Termination Kit | Termination to the outside or to the attic with 6" diameter |
| 5" Diameter UL Certified Termination Kit | Termination to the outside or to the attic with 5" diameter |
| 8" Rheem Approved Damper Kit | Exhaust only to the outside ducting configuration (no inlet duct) |
| 25' Flexible 8" Diameter Duct Kit | For up to 25' of ducting |
| Rigid Elbow Duct Kit | Installation in tight places where space needs to be minimized |
| UPGRADE KIT: Leak Sensor & Shutoff Valve Kit | Upgrade ProTerra 15 and 30 Amp models to protect your customer's home from water damage with leak detection and auto shutoff valve. (For ProTerra models without LeakGuard only) - Add leak detector and shutoff valve to protect from water damage. |
Images show various accessories including a leak sensor, shutoff valve, duct adapters, isolation kits, termination kits, and an upgrade kit.
Contact Information
For more information, visit the Rheem website:
- Rheem Water Heating: 1115 Northmeadow Parkway, Suite 100, Roswell, Georgia 30076 | www.rheem.com
- Rheem Canada Ltd./Ltée: 125 Edgeware Road, Unit 1, Brampton, Ontario L6Y 0P5 | www.rheem.com
Document Form Number: HP-375-NO SO, Revision Date: 04/21
