Rheem Heat Trap Nipple for Gas or Electric Water Heater

Model # AP12992-3|Store SKU # 1001515013

Overview

Model # AP12992-3 Store SKU # 1001515013

A Rheem factory part. Simple, yet highly effective, Heat Trap Nipples provide additional energy cost savings in the operation of gas or electric water heaters by preventing heat loss when water heaters are not in use.

Standby Mode -Nipple is sealed when water heater is not in use, reducing connective heat loss by as much as 60%!

Works on both gas and electric residential water heaters.

Dielectric construction prevents corrosion.

Easy to install. Fits all Rheem dip tubes.

Improved design for quiet operation.

By-pass in seats allows for water expansion.

Manual

The Home Depot will provide an accessible format of PDFs upon request. Please contact us at
1-800-628-0525.

Specifications

Dimensions

Assembled Depth (in inches): 0.75
Assembled Height (in inches): 3.0
Assembled Weight (in lbs): 0.23
Assembled Width (in inches): 0.23
Packaged Depth (in inches): 1
Packaged Height (in inches): 3.5
Packaged Weight (In lbs): 0.23
Packaged Width (in inches): 1.5

Warranty / Certifications

Limited Warranty This part will be replaced at no cost (upon receipt of the defective part and proof of purchase) if it becomes defective during normal use within one year of the date of purchase. Related labour is excluded.

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