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A.O. Smith FPTU-50 - 50 Gallon Capacity - Residential Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater
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Features
A.O. Smith FPTU-50 - 50 Gallon Capacity - Residential Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater
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- Efficient Electric Hot Water
- The A.O. Smith Voltex line heats water with a high efficiency electric heat pump rather than conventional electric methods. This provides efficient hot water while also helping to dehumidify and cool the ambient air around the unit.
- Multiple Operating Modes
- The FPTU-50 comes with 3 different operating modes: Efficiency, Hybrid, and Electric, to meet any and all hot water needs. Hybrid mode automatically adjusts between the compressor and heating element. Vacation mode reduces costs for up to 99 days.
- Coreguard Anode Rod
- The stainless steel anode rod core helps extend the life of the heater by protecting it from the corrosive effects of hot water. Coreguard technology helps to extend the life more than that of a standard rod.
- User-Friendly Electronic Interface
- A built-in easy to read controller on the unit gives you easy access to temperature settings, operating mode, and multiple diagnostics to make sure your unit is running exactly how you want it.
A.O. Smith continues to lead the way in residential and commercial water heating with close to 70 years of innovative hot water solutions. The FPTU-50 features A.O. Smith's latest high efficiency electric water heating technology. By using an electric heat pump rather than resistive heating elements the FHPT line offers money saving efficiency while also dehumidifying and cooling ambient air. A 50 gallon tank and multiple operating modes allows the unit to fit nearly any domestic hot water need. Additional quality of life features such as backup electric elements, and a Coreguard anode rod keep the FPTU-50 running reliably and efficiently even in periods of high demand.
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Specifications
FPTU-50
Overview
Product Category
Water Heater - Tank
UPC
671657255916
General Information
Type
Hybrid Electric Water Heater
Product Line
Voltex
Product Category
Water Heater - Tank
Medium
Medium
Medium refers to the substance that carries heat through the heating system. Systems are either designed to use either Hot Water or Steam as a medium, and components are usually specific to one or the other.
Hot Water
Fuel Type
Fuel Type
To create heat, some form of fuel is required. Fuel Type specifies what the product uses as an input to create heat.
Electric
Storage Type
Tank
Application
Residential
Mount Type
Floor
Capacity
46 Gallons
Performance
First Hour Delivery
First Hour Delivery
Sometimes called First Hour Rating, this is the number of gallons of hot water the heater can supply per hour when starting with a fully heated tank. The recovery of the water heater depends on your boiler's BTU and boiler output temperature.
66 Gallons
Uniform Energy Factor
Uniform Energy Factor
Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) is a measurement of water heater energy efficiency. The higher the energy factor, the more efficient the water heater.
3.42
Electrical Data
Voltage
208/240 Volts
Phase
1
Frequency
60 Hz
Recommended Breaker Size
30 Amps
Current Draw
18.75 Amps
Dimensions
Cold Water Inlet
3/4 Inch
Hot Water Outlet
3/4 Inch
Product Height
63 Inches
Product Width
22 Inches
Product Depth
22 Inches
Product Weight
180 Pounds
Shipping Weight
196 Pounds
Certifications
Energy Star Listed
Yes
UL Listed
Yes
CSA Listed
Yes
AHRI Certified
Yes
AHRI Reference Number
206428766
Warranty Information
Parts Warranty
Parts Warranty
A warranty is a safeguard from defects in manufacturing and can vary in length and terms. Some manufacturers require registration for extended warranty benefits, be sure to check out features and the warranty document. To see the manufacturer's warranty statement, click on the Manuals tab. Learn More
6 Years
Reviews
(6)
A.O. Smith Tank FPTU-50 Reviews & Ratings
Efficient Product
By Isreal W
New York
Purchased 06/27/2023 |
Review Posted 07/20/2023
Good heater for the 50 Gallon application.
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, High Quality
Cons:
Expensive
Heat Pump Water Heater
By Steve D
North Carolina
Purchased 05/22/2023 |
Review Posted 07/01/2023
My A.O. Smith Heat Pump Water Heater is new, but seems to be functioning well. There is no alternative to reducing CO2 emissions and a tax credit for homeowners.
Steve D Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, I39d Buy It Again
Cons:
None
Easy Setup, Works Great
By Julian D
California
Purchased 03/21/2023 |
Review Posted 04/13/2023
It was pretty straight forward to hookup and the manual was clear enough to make it all happen. Strapping this thing can be tough based on the locations of its access hatches, ports, screens but we made it happen. Seems like if its not in electric backup mode its highly energy efficient. Love it. Would buy again to replace an expensive standard electric unit.
Julian D Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, I'd Buy It Again
Cons:
Expensive
Works Fine
By William C
New Hampshire
Purchased 12/28/2020 |
Review Posted 02/08/2021
Delivering plenty of hot water for two with W/D, dishwasher, tub, shower. All as represented
William C Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Quiet, Reliable, Id Buy It Again
I love this hybrid heater
By Barry I.
Plainfield, Vermont
Purchased 01/07/2017 |
Review Posted 07/19/2018
This water heater was very easy to install. It's been running in the heat pump mode since I installed it. You can hear the fan running, but it's more from the air movement perspective. I do like how it doubles as a dehumidifier. So if you're like I am with an older home that has a damp basement, I no longer need to run my dehumidifier. So I'm not sure if I'm getting free hot water or free dehumidifying, but feels great to not be paying for both of them. I've only had it running for a month, so I'm looking forward to my next electric bill. I marked the value as 5 stars because I did get a $600 rebate from my state efficiency program. If I had to pay full price without the rebate I would have given 4-stars as the return on investment would have been longer.
Barry I. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Great Product. Well Made
By Roxanne S.
Madisonville, Tennessee
Purchased 08/11/2017 |
Review Posted 09/22/2017
From the moment I saw this heat pump water heater I knew it was a great product. I have a large, mostly unfinished basement and these water heaters are ideal for my space. I am new to using them so cannot speak to the efficiency overall. By maintaining the units as suggested in the use and care guide, I am confident they will live up to my expectations. I gave the performance rating an excellent and will update that rating at some future date when I have had a chance to "live" with these for a while.
Roxanne S. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
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