Reliance 6 30 NORT 30-Gallon Natural Gas Water Heater
Reliance 6 30 NORT 30-Gallon Natural Gas Water Heater Review
The Reliance 6 30 NORT is a 30-gallon natural gas atmospheric water heater built by A.O. Smith and sold under the Reliance budget brand. The "6 30 NORT" naming reflects A.O. Smith's internal designation: 6-year warranty, 30-gallon capacity, natural gas atmospheric.
Specs: 38,000 BTU input, UEF 0.58, 60-gallon first-hour rating, 6-year tank and 1-year parts warranty. Atmospheric vent through B-vent. Standard residential gas control with electronic ignition. Magnesium anode rod.
The 30-gallon gas capacity is the smallest residential gas tank size still considered a primary water heater. Right answer for single-person households, very small apartments with gas service, in-law suites with separate water heater, or vacation cabins with light use.
The 60-gallon FHR exceeds typical 1-2 person sequential demand. For 2+ person primary residences, the 40-gallon or larger sizes are better-sized.
About $349 unit, $1,000 installed. Right buyer: single-person household with gas service, vacation cabin with light use. For households of 2+ with regular demand, the 40-gallon Reliance or upgrade to AO Smith ProMax 40-gal is the better choice.