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96% Thermal Efficiency
April 30, 2008
A.O. Smith's new Vertex 100 water heater employs a top-fired burner and blower combination for more
effective combustion.

A.O. Smith introduces the new Vertex 100 water heater with 96% thermal efficiency. It employs a top-fired burner and blower combination for more effective combustion. With standard electrical/plumbing requirements and a footprint similar to conventional models, Vertex 100 uses the same electrical, water and gas connections as a standard power-direct-vent model, and uses inexpensive PVC pipe for venting.

A.O. Smith introduces the new Vertex 100 water heater with 96% thermal efficiency. It employs a top-fired burner and blower combination for more effective combustion. With standard electrical/plumbing requirements and a footprint similar to conventional models, Vertex 100 uses the same electrical, water and gas connections as a standard power-direct-vent model, and uses inexpensive PVC pipe for venting.
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