{"product_id":"state-premier-al-series-80-gallon-capacity-4-5-kw-heating-input-smart-hybrid-electric-heat-pump-water-heater","title":"State Premier AL Series 80 Gallon Capacity 4.5 kW Heating Input Smart Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater - SHPSX80DHPT45","description":"\u003ch2\u003eState Premier AL Series 80 Gallon Capacity 4.5 kW Heating Input Smart Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heater - SHPSX80DHPT45\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Premier® AL combines annual savings up to $607 per year on utility bills with new anti-leak features for added peace of mind. It offers premium features including iCOMM™ Smart Connectivity, a user-friendly display, and vacation mode to save money while you are away, and a heavy duty smart anode that adapts to local water conditions to protect and extend the life of the water heater. In addition to the heat pump technology, this model also has two backup electric heating elements that help the water heater recover quickly during periods of high demand. The Premier® AL is Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) Tier 4 qualified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved efficiency up to 4.02 Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) can reduce the cost of water heating by up to 78%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat pump can work down to 37°F ambient for more days of high efficiency operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnergy Star® certified for many state and local utility rebates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor and control your water heater through the free State app using iCOMM Smart Connectivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart anode adapts to local water conditions to protect and extend the life of the water heater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser is notified when the anode is consumed and needs to be replaced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmart sensor alerts user in the event a leak does occur for added peace of mind\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e45 dBA operating sound level is the quietest heat pump in the industry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop and front water connections for easy installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser-friendly electronic interface allows easy control of temperature, operating mode and diagnostics\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=\"782\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"31\" data-end=\"229\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"229\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"33\" data-end=\"73\"\u003eEnergy-Efficient Hybrid Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combines a 4.5 kW electric element with advanced heat pump technology to provide hot water using significantly less energy than standard electric heaters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"387\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"387\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"261\"\u003eLarge 80-Gallon Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent choice for families or homes with high hot water demand—showers, laundry, and dishes without long recovery delays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"388\" data-end=\"541\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"541\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"390\" data-end=\"417\"\u003eSmart Hybrid Operation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatically chooses the most efficient heating mode (heat pump first, electric backup as needed) to lower utility costs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"654\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"654\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eFlexible Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Performs well in garages, basements, and utility areas with adequate ambient heat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"782\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"782\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"692\"\u003eDurable, Long-Term Reliability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quality construction and premium components for consistent performance and service life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"795\"\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"919\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eQ: What energy source does this water heater use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eA: Hybrid electric—uses a heat pump with a 4.5 kW electric backup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"972\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"954\"\u003eQ: What is the tank capacity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eA: 80 gallons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003eQ: What makes a hybrid water heater different?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1024\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003eA: It uses a heat pump to pull heat from the surrounding air to preheat water, reducing electricity use and operating costs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003eQ: Where is this model best used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003eA: High-demand homes, larger families, or households focused on energy savings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1415\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eKeep Air Intake Clear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure the heat pump’s air inlet and surrounding space stay free of dust and debris\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003eAnnual Flush:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drain and flush the tank once a year to remove sediment and maintain efficiency\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003eCheck Heating Elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Test and replace the electric element if hot water delivery drops\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eInspect Connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify electrical and water connections are secure and leak-free\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1710\" 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