PV50N
John Wood 50 Gallon
Gas Power Vent
Water Heater
The John Wood ProLine® XE PV Series is a power-vented gas tank line built for practical replacements where vent routing flexibility and reliable recovery matter.
PV50N is a 50-gallon option that fits many typical Ottawa households, especially where simultaneous shower + laundry or shower + dishwasher overlap happens regularly. It’s often the “middle ground” size: enough capacity for busy mornings without jumping straight to oversized equipment.
We confirm the venting requirements for this model and plan the vent route for clean termination and service access. We also confirm the site can support the proper installation clearances and that the replacement won’t be forced into an awkward, hard-to-service corner.
We confirm sizing and pricing on site – no pressure, no upsells.
Installed in Ottawa and surrounding areas by Peak Comfort HVAC
Specs for the PV50N
- Spec sheet reference model: PV50N
- System type: Storage tank water heater
- Fuel / energy source: Natural gas
- Venting: Power vent; vent pipe options 2", 3" or 4" ULC S636 PVC/CPVC/PP
- Nominal capacity: 50 USG (189 L)
- Input / heating capacity: 40,000 BTU/h
- Efficiency (UEF): 0.72
- Recovery: 44 GPH (167 LPH) at 90°F temperature rise
- First hour rating: 90 USG (341 L)
- Tank diameter: 24 in (61 cm)
- Height (installation / overall): 60 1/8 in (153 cm)
- Water connections: 3/4"
- Approx. shipping weight: 198 lb (90 kg)
- Warranty: 6 years tank / 6 years parts
Technical documents
Key features of the PV family
What it is:
- Power-vented gas tank designed for flexible vent routing
- Residential tank built with commercial-grade positioning
- Suitable for elevations up to 10,100 ft (3,078 m)
Comfort & operation
- Strong recovery rates for everyday multi-use demand
- Built-in heat traps to reduce heat loss through piping
- Designed to meet national energy efficiency regulations
Build & serviceability
- Electronic gas control with self-diagnostics for troubleshooting
- 3-position rotatable blower to simplify install layout
- Accessible T&P and drain valve placement for service
Install + ownership notes
- Horizontal or vertical venting configurations supported
- Clean install quality (vent sizing, termination, access) is the reliability multiplier
Want to see if this tank is the right fit?
If this PV is the right size, we’ll confirm venting, gas-side constraints, and service access before we install.
Get in Touch
Office Address:
275 Montfort St, Ottawa
ON K1L 5N8
Servicing: Ottawa, Orleans, Nepean, And the surrounding areas
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E-Mail:
info@peakcomfort.ca
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