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4.9 | 8 Reviews

GE® Smart 50 Gallon Short Electric Water Heater

GE Appliances GE50S12BLM

Features

  • Real Capacity
  • Built-in WiFi
  • Leading Performance
  • Quick Recovery

Quick Specs

  • Type: Small Water Heater
  • Width: 24"
  • Height: 53"
  • Depth: 24"
  • Energy Star Rated: No

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Real Capacity

Get the most hot showers from the only water heater that holds a true 50 gallons of water (Compared to 50 gallon electric steel tank water heaters per DOE rated gallon capacity)

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Built-in WiFi

Easily adjust temperatures, set vacation mode schedules and receive notifications with Built-in WiFi powered by SmartHQ

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Leading Performance

Live comfortably with this best in class unit that delivers 75 gallons of hot water in the first hour (Measured through DOE First Hour Rating)

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Quick Recovery

Two 5500W heating elements quickly increase water temperature for hot water when you need it

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Household Size

Provide hot water for the whole family of 3 to 5 persons

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Anode Sensing

Notifies you when your anode rod needs replacing to help extend the life of your tank

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Stainless Steel Heating Elements

Ultra-durable stainless-steel heating elements resist rust and corrosion

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Inlet Tube

Replenishes water from the bottom of the tank to maximize hot water delivery

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Brass Drain Valve

Rust-proof construction can be counted on to provide long-lasting service

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Easy Set Up

Replace your old water heater quickly and easily using standard water and electrical connections

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Digital Display

Make easy, accurate adjustments at the touch of a button

Real Capacity Get the most hot showers from the only water heater that holds a true 50 gallons of water (Compared to 50 gallon electric steel tank water heaters per DOE rated gallon capacity)

Built-in WiFi Easily adjust temperatures, set vacation mode schedules and receive notifications with Built-in WiFi powered by SmartHQ

Leading Performance Live comfortably with this best in class unit that delivers 75 gallons of hot water in the first hour (Measured through DOE First Hour Rating)

Quick Recovery Two 5500W heating elements quickly increase water temperature for hot water when you need it

Household Size Provide hot water for the whole family of 3 to 5 persons

Anode Sensing Notifies you when your anode rod needs replacing to help extend the life of your tank

Stainless Steel Heating Elements Ultra-durable stainless-steel heating elements resist rust and corrosion

Inlet Tube Replenishes water from the bottom of the tank to maximize hot water delivery

Brass Drain Valve Rust-proof construction can be counted on to provide long-lasting service

Easy Set Up Replace your old water heater quickly and easily using standard water and electrical connections

Digital Display Make easy, accurate adjustments at the touch of a button

Features

  • Real Capacity
  • Built-in WiFi
  • Leading Performance
  • Quick Recovery
  • Household Size
  • Anode Sensing
  • Stainless Steel Heating Elements
  • Inlet Tube
  • Brass Drain Valve
  • Easy Set Up
  • Digital Display
CAPACITY
Unit Capacity 50 Gallons
FILTER
App Filter - WiFi Connect Built-In
App Filter - Product Type Water Heaters Electric Standard
App Filter - Tank Diameter 22 in. and above
App Filter - Vacation Mode Yes
App Filter - Capacity Water Heater 50-59 gallons
APPEARANCE
Color Appearance Gray
POWER / RATINGS
Integrated Energy Factor 0.93
Heating - Electric - Heater Watts 5500/5500
Electrical Connection Direct-Wire
Operating Water Pressure 20-125 PSI
Volts/Hertz 240V; 60Hz
First Hour Rate (FHR) 75 Gallons
Voltage (MAX) 240 V
Electrical Circuit Required Dedicated 30 Amp Min.
WARRANTY
Warranty Notes See written warranty for full details
Parts Warranty 12-year limited
Labor Warranty 1-year limited
WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS
Product Height (to top of water inlet/outlet connections) 53 in
Approximate Shipping Weight 161 lb
Overall Width 24 in
Overall Height 53 in
Product Height (to top of unit) 51.5 in
Net Weight 150 lb
Product Diameter 24 in
Overall Depth 24 in
Connection Sizes - Water Inlet (MNPT) 3/4"
Connection Sizes - Hot Water Outlet (MNPT) 3/4"
FEATURES
Control Type Electronic with Digital Display
Height Description Short
Fuel Type Electric
Configuration Short
Operating Modes Normal
Vacation
Drain Valve Type Brass
Temperature Setting Factory Default 120° F
Sensing Anode Yes
Product Type Electric Electronic
WiFi Connect Built-In
Family Size 3-5 People
Water Connection Location Top
Overheat Protection Yes
Vacation Setting Yes
Diagnostic Feedback Yes
Temperature Setting 100-140° F Range

Quick Specs


  • Appearance

  • Type: Small Water Heater

  • Dimensions

  • Width: 24"
  • Height: 53"
  • Depth: 24"

  • Features

  • Energy Star Rated: No

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4.9 out of 5

100% of reviewers recommend this product.

5 Stars

Works as advertised

Offshoremichael45 6/5/2022

East to install and well designed with easy to use digital read-out.
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4 Stars

It works.

larnot 5/28/2022

Fairly easy to install. Came with one slight ding on the back, that does not affect operation. App is probably worthless.
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5 Stars

Simple and Easy

Water hot 2/7/2022

The product arrived promptly. The hot water heater was easy to install and the Wi-Fi was easy to connect and set up.
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5 Stars

Heats like a Charm!

ALB81 4/16/2021

We were looking for a water heater to replace the one that barely was able to heat through one shower. To date we have been able to have multiple showers at one time, as well as wash dishes or run the washing machine while taking a shower & we still have enough hot water to go around!! This is a win win for us!
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Yes, I recommend this product

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5 Stars

Dependable and great features!

Charlie sunshine 2/12/2021

Built to last the quality eAsy to use good features.Affordable price!
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5 Stars

High quality water heater with good smart features

GJO21 1/27/2021

This water heater is great. Easy to self install and it does it's job well. The only issue I had was getting the SmartHQ app connected to the water heater. The installatiin instructions don't indicate how to turn on the water heater wireless, but I downloaded the service instructions from ths GE website and those tell you how to turn on the wireless. After that the app leads you through the connection process. It all works great!
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5 Stars

Love this product

LesWalton 1/24/2021

The quality of this item was obvious at the unboxing. Then... The easy installation and activation.
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5 Stars

A Very Easy Install for a DIYers!

Orlando_Guy 10/25/2020

This GE Smart 50 gal water heater is a very install for a do it yourself. I still need to connect to wifi though and will do it this week. It's suppose to give you a warning/notice if the anode needs to be replaced. It's able to heat up our water within an hour and seems to be running well so far. The water heater itself is a quality made product. It's solid, heavy and doesn't look cheap at all.
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Yes, I recommend this product

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