{"product_id":"ge-realmax-18-gallon-capacity-side-port-lowboy-electric-water-heater","title":"GE RealMAX 18 Gallon Capacity Side Port Lowboy Electric Water Heater - GE20L08BAR","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGE RealMAX 18 Gallon Capacity Side Port Lowboy Electric Water Heater - GE20L08BAR\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGE RealMAX Electric Water Heaters offer best-in-class performance delivering excellent efficiency and high first hour ratings. With the RealMAX series of water heaters, users reliably get the true hot water capacity stated on the unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe lowboy configuration makes the most of tight spaces with a water heater that fits where height is a concern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides hot water for the whole family of 1 to 2 persons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5.5 kW heating elements quickly increase water temperature for hot water when needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inlet tube replenishes water from the bottom of the tank to maximize hot water delivery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace your old water heater quickly and easily using standard water and electrical connections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable design of the anode rod offers long-lasting protection against corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRust-proof construction of the drain valve can be counted on to provide long-lasting service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe adjustable thermostat changes temperature to a desired setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"30\"\u003eWhat Our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"570\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"155\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"155\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"66\"\u003eEfficient Electric Hot Water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable 18-gallon capacity delivers consistent hot water for small point-of-use needs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"279\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"279\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"158\" data-end=\"189\"\u003eSpace-Saving Lowboy Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Short height and side ports make installation easy in closets, garages, or tight spaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"369\"\u003e\n\u003cp 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