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Optima Mains Pressure VE 492400G8

Optima Mains Pressure VE
Optima 492400G8

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The 400L Rheem twin element cylinder is suitable for both indoor and outdoor installation. This Vitreous Enamel (VE) lined cylinder is fitted with a thicker sacrificial magnesium anode to provide additional corrosion protection to the cylinder against waterborne contaminants.

Features
  • Non-simultaneous twin elements (4.8kW) provide a daytime boost for high demand hot water use
  • Easy like for like replacement - common footprint and fitting locations to older model electric water heaters ensures and easy changeover. Can be installed indoors or outdoors.
  • Dual handed fittings - provides installation flexibility
  • Commercial grade enamel - provides tougher, longer lasting finish than standard enamels
  • Manufactured in Australia 
Approx. Storage Capacity # People (Moderate Climate) # People (Cold Climate) Installation Location Element Rating
400 Litres 5-9 4-6 Indoor/Outdoor 2 x 4.8 kW
Approx. Storage Capacity 400 Litres
# People (Moderate Climate) 5-9
# People (Cold Climate) 4-6
Installation Location Indoor/Outdoor
Element Rating 2 x 4.8 kW

Optima Mains Pressure VE 492400G8

Product Specifications

Type
Mains Pressure
Finish
Colourbond
Approx. Storage Capacity
400 Litres
Thermostat Setting Max
70 °C
Dimensions
1840 x 690mm HxW
# People (Moderate Climate)
5-9
Thermostat Setting Min
60 °C
# People (Cold Climate)
4-6
Installation Location
Indoor/Outdoor
Country of Manufacture
Australia
Element Type
Copper (T/P) Screw-In
Water Connection Inlet & Outlet
RP ¾/20 mm
Element Rating
2 x 4.8 kW
Electrical Connection
240/50 V AC/ Hz
T&PR Setting
1000 kPa
Weight Empty Approx
113 kg
Max Working Pressure
800 kPa
Boost Capacity
90 Litres
Domestic Warranty: Parts (Parts/Labour)
3* Year
Domestic Warranty: Cylinder/Tank (Labour)
5* Year
Domestic Warranty: Cylinder/Tank (Replacement)
12* Year
Non-Domestic Warranty: Parts (Parts/Labour)
1* Year
Non-Domestic Warranty: Cylinder/Tank (Labour)
1* Year
Non-Domestic Warranty: Cylinder/Tank (Replacement)
5* Year
Warranty Conditions
* The specified cylinder residential warranty period and the commercial warranty period are for VE products manufactured after 1 June 2018.

Technical Documents

Technical Document
492 Series Installation Guide
1.2 MB
492400G8 Compliance Document
2 MB
400L Spare Parts Guide
276 KB
Optima Dimensions
186 KB
Revit - MPVE
456 KB
Hot Water for your Home - The Rheem Guide
5.8 MB
Technical Document

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