Richmond Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12GUH50-76F) is a gas storage water heater from Richmond with a 50 gallon rated tank and a 136 gallon first-hour rating at a 0.89 UEF — 190 therms/yr certified use, 76k BTU/h input.
Also sold as the Rheem Gas Storage 50-Gallon (PROP G50-76-CN HE EC3). This model is the same certified
hardware as the Rheem Gas Storage 50-Gallon (PROP G50-76-CN HE EC3), 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)
0.89
Annual gas use (natural gas)
190 therms/yr
Recovery efficiency
95 %
Annual propane use
207.65 gal/yr
General
Fuel
Natural Gas, Propane
Capacity
First-hour rating
136 gal
Rated storage volume
50 gal
Draw pattern
High
Performance
Gas input rate
76 kBTU/h
Installation
Max current draw
7 A
Vent type
Power Direct Vent
Vent size
2 / 3
Smart features
Smart / connected capable
No
Dimensions
Height
65.5 in
Diameter
21.8 in
Certification
ENERGY STAR certified
Yes
Capacity and running cost
Its 136 gallon first-hour rating suits a
household of 5+ people under DOE sizing guidance.
Rated for a high-usage draw pattern
under the DOE test procedure.
Estimated running cost: about $276/year at national
average gas rates.
Is the Richmond Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12GUH50-76F) ENERGY STAR certified?
Yes, the Richmond Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12GUH50-76F) holds a current ENERGY STAR certification for water heating efficiency (UEF 0.89).
How much does the Richmond Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12GUH50-76F) cost to run per year?
About $276 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 venting does the Richmond Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12GUH50-76F) use?
The Richmond Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12GUH50-76F) uses Power Direct Vent venting with 2 / 3 in vent connections. Matching the existing vent type is usually the cheapest replacement path.
Is the Richmond Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12GUH50-76F) a smart water heater?
No, the Richmond Gas Storage 50-Gallon (12GUH50-76F) is not connected-capable — it has no app connectivity or demand-response support.
