LG APHWC802M 80-Gallon is a heat pump (hybrid electric) water heater from LG with a 72 gallon rated tank and a 91 gallon first-hour rating at a 4.1 UEF — 1210 kWh/yr certified use, 62.7 in tall.
Also sold as the LG APHWC802D 80-Gallon. This model is the same certified
hardware as the LG APHWC802D 80-Gallon, published under a
different brand — full details, comparisons, and pricing live on that page. The
certified figures below are identical.
Efficiency
Uniform Energy Factor (UEF)
4.1
Annual electricity use
1210 kWh/yr
Recovery efficiency
430 %
General
Fuel
Electric
Capacity
First-hour rating
91 gal
Rated storage volume
72 gal
Draw pattern
High
Heat pump
Heat pump type
240 Volt Integrated HPWH
Refrigerant (GWP)
R-134a (GWP:1430)
Compressor low-temp cutoff
23 °F
Installation
Input voltage
240
Max current draw
24 A
Smart features
Smart / connected capable
No
Dimensions
Height
62.7 in
Diameter
19.7 in
Certification
ENERGY STAR certified
Yes
Who is the LG APHWC802M 80-Gallon for?
Its 91 gallon first-hour rating suits a
household of 5+ people under DOE sizing guidance.
Estimated running cost: about $206/year at the national
average electricity rate (1210 kWh/yr certified use).
Needs a 240 V circuit; at 24 A max draw plan for a 30 A breaker (NEC 125% continuous-load rule).
The heat pump compressor operates down to 23 °F ambient — below that, backup
elements take over.
Is the LG APHWC802M 80-Gallon ENERGY STAR certified?
Yes, the LG APHWC802M 80-Gallon holds a current ENERGY STAR certification for water heating efficiency (UEF 4.1).
How much does the LG APHWC802M 80-Gallon cost to run per year?
About $206 per year at national average energy rates, based on its certified annual energy use under the DOE test draw pattern. Your rate and usage change this figure.
What electrical circuit does the LG APHWC802M 80-Gallon need?
The LG APHWC802M 80-Gallon runs on a 240 V circuit drawing up to 24 A; per the NEC 125% continuous-load rule plan for at least a 30 A breaker (check the installation manual for the required circuit).
Is the LG APHWC802M 80-Gallon a smart water heater?
No, the LG APHWC802M 80-Gallon is not connected-capable — it has no app connectivity or demand-response support.
