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Rheem 250L Twin Element Electric Hot Water System | 3 Hour Free Power Controlled Ready Setup

Get your home ready for smarter hot water with the Rheem 250L 3HR Ready electric hot water system — designed to make better use of the 3 hour free power window with Catch Power integration, dual-circuit control, solar support, remote monitoring and manual bypass included. Built for Australian homes and larger families of up to , this tank is made in Australia and backed by a 12 year factory warranty, with expert installation across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

Product Details Quick Specs & Benefits

Volume: 250L
Model Number: 492250
Width: 640 mm
Height: 1395 mm

Minimum Room Needed for Internal Installations: 790 W x 740 D x 1495 H mm
Indoor / Outdoor Installation: Indoor and outdoor installation compatible
Element Configuration: Twin Element
Connections: Left and right hand side connections
Available in the Following Power Ratings: 1.8kW, 2.4kW, 3.6kW and 4.8kW
We will adjust the element size on site to suit your existing circuit, so there is nothing extra you need to check before installation.
- 1.8kW: 8 amp minimum, 10 amp recommended
- 2.4kW: 10 amp minimum, 15 amp recommended
- 3.6kW: 15 amp minimum, 20 amp recommended
- 4.8kW: 20 amp minimum, 25 amp recommended
Maximum Cylinder Warranty: 12 Years
- Cylinder: 12 years
- Thermostat: 12 months
- Element: 12 months
- Valve Set: 24 months
- Parts and Labour: 1 year on all
Made In: Australia

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A 3HR Ready hot water setup is designed to help your electric storage hot water system heat during the 3 hour free power window, then store that hot water for use later in the day.

Instead of relying on a basic timer, this system uses Catch Power integration to control and monitor when the hot water system heats. The setup is designed around fast daytime recovery, solar support where suitable, and better visibility over hot water energy use.

How the system heats your hot water

During the free power window, the Catch Power relay allows the hot water system to run during the preferred heating period. On a dual element system, this helps the tank reheat faster within the available 3 hour window, so the stored hot water can be used later for showers, bathrooms, kitchens and laundry.

The tank does not need to heat at the exact time you use the hot water. It stores heated water, which makes electric storage hot water one of the most practical appliances to connect to a free daytime power strategy.

How power is fed into the hot water system

A 3HR Ready installation uses a controlled electrical setup designed to feed power to the hot water system at the right time.

The package includes Catch Power integration, dual-circuit control, manual bypass and a dual inlet isolator as part of the setup. This allows the system to prioritise heating during the 3 hour free power period while still giving the home a backup pathway when additional heating is required.

Where solar is available and suitable, the system can also be set up to support supplementary solar heating outside the free window when demand is high or extra recovery is needed.

What is Catch Power?

Catch Power is the smart control and monitoring part of the setup. It helps manage the hot water load, supports solar integration where suitable, and gives better visibility over how the system is operating.

Catch Power can provide insights into:

Hot water load

Power demand

Energy consumption

When the system is heating

How the system responds to demand

How much the hot water system is using

This gives the customer much better visibility than a basic timer, which simply turns power on and off without showing what the hot water system is actually doing.

Why a standard timer is not the best option

A standard timer may seem like a simple way to run hot water during the free power window, but it can be a costly mistake if it loses time, drifts, is set incorrectly or no longer matches the actual free power period.

If a timer is wrong, the hot water system may start heating outside the free period. The customer may think they are getting free hot water, but the system could be using paid electricity without them knowing.

A basic timer also does not provide proper insight into power consumption, load, demand or system behaviour. It does not give the same remote monitoring or solar integration benefits as a Catch Power controlled setup.

Why Catch Power is the smarter way

Catch Power is a smarter option because it gives control and visibility. It is not just switching the hot water system on and off. It helps monitor the load, manage demand, support solar integration and give the customer better insight into how their hot water system is using power.

For a 3 hour free power setup, that matters. The goal is to heat as much usable hot water as practical during the free window, store it for later, and reduce unnecessary heating outside the preferred period.

Manual bypass and backup control

Everyday hot water use is not always predictable. Some days the household may use more hot water than normal, have guests, run extra laundry or need additional recovery outside the usual heating window.

That is why the setup includes a manual bypass. This gives the home a practical backup option when extra heating is required, so the system is not locked into one rigid schedule.

Solar integration benefits

For homes with solar, the system can be set up to help use more daytime solar energy for hot water. Instead of exporting excess solar for a lower return, the system can help turn available solar power into stored hot water.

This can be especially useful when hot water demand is high or when the tank needs extra recovery outside the 3 hour free power period.

Important note

3 hour free power hot water results depend on your electricity plan, smart meter eligibility, household hot water use, tank size, solar setup, electrical configuration and whether the system needs extra heating outside the free window.

A 3HR Ready setup is designed to help make the most of the opportunity, but final performance depends on the home, usage and power plan.

🏷️ Brand: Rheem
🔢 Model Number: 492250
📦 Volume: 250L
📏 Width: 640 mm
📐 Height: 1395 mm
🌍 Manufactured In: Australia
🛠️ Cylinder / Heat Exchange Material:
🛡️ Cylinder / Heat Exchange Warranty: 12 Years
🔇 Noise Level: dBa
⚖️ Dry Weight: kg
⚡ Energy Source:
📡 WiFi Controller: Yes
⏲️ Built-In Timer:
💡 LED/LCD Status Indicator: No
📊 Coefficient of Performance (COP):

RHEEM 3HR READY ELECTRIC HOT WATER INSTALLATION

Rheem 250L Twin Element 3HR Ready Installation Brisbane & Gold Coast

JR Gas & Water supplies and professionally installs the Rheem 250L Twin Element Electric Water Heater as a 3HR Ready hot water package across Brisbane and the Gold Coast, with installation options for suitable electric replacements, upgrades and new hot water installations.

The Rheem 492250 combines a 250 litre hot water delivery rating with a twin-element configuration designed to provide additional boost recovery when household demand is high. The cylinder uses Rheem Ultranamel protection, dual-handed water connections and a thicker sacrificial anode and is manufactured in Australia.

JR's 3HR Ready package adds Catch Power integration, dual-circuit hot water control, manual bypass functionality, solar integration capability and remote monitoring. Rather than treating the job as a basic tank swap, the installation is planned around the property's electrical setup, household demand and preferred heating periods.

JR installs across Greater Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Logan, Ipswich, Redlands, Moreton Bay, Scenic Rim and surrounding eligible South East Queensland areas.

Rheem 250L Twin Element installation at a glance: The Rheem 492250 is an Australian-made electric storage water heater with 250L hot water delivery, approximately 270L actual storage capacity and a 50L boost section. Rheem currently rates the 250L range for up to 8 people under its stated moderate-climate and usage assumptions. JR's 3HR Ready package combines the twin-element cylinder with Catch Power integration, dual-circuit control, manual bypass, solar integration and remote monitoring, subject to the property's electrical, plumbing and installation conditions.

Rheem 250L Twin Element Supply & Installation at a Glance

Product

250L-class twin-element electric storage hot water system.

Best Suited To

Family homes wanting reliable electric storage, useful capacity and additional boost recovery for higher-demand periods.

Installation Area

Brisbane, Gold Coast and surrounding eligible South East Queensland service areas.

Installation Type

Electric replacement, upgrade or new 3HR Ready installation subject to site, plumbing and electrical assessment.

Who Is the Rheem 250L Twin Element 3HR Ready System Best For?

Family Homes

The 250L hot water delivery rating provides substantial stored hot water without moving to a larger 315L or 400L cylinder, making it a practical family-size electric storage option.

Homes Wanting Twin-Element Recovery

The 492250 includes a 50L boost section, providing additional recovery capability for periods when household hot water demand is higher than the normal stored supply can comfortably cover.

Homes Preparing for 3 Hour Free Power

JR's control package is designed to use the stored-water format and twin-element configuration more strategically around suitable daytime electricity, solar production and an eligible free-power period.

PRODUCT SUITABILITY

Is the Rheem 250L Twin Element 3HR Ready System Right for My Home?

A Good Choice If...

You want conventional electric storage, a proven Australian-made cylinder, twin-element recovery and a control strategy designed around daytime energy use rather than an uncontrolled basic tank replacement.

Consider Another Option If...

Your household regularly needs more capacity than a 250L system can comfortably provide, or your priority is reducing total electricity use rather than mainly controlling when resistance heating occurs. A 315L system or heat pump may deserve comparison.

JR Should Check First If...

The property currently has only one suitable hot water circuit, the switchboard needs modification, the existing cylinder is indoors, the system is being relocated or the home is changing from gas, heat pump or another hot water technology.

How Many People Does the Rheem 250L Twin Element Suit?

Rheem currently lists the 250L electric range for up to 8 people under its stated moderate-climate sizing assumptions. That figure should be treated as manufacturer guidance rather than a guarantee for every eight-person home.

Shower duration, bathroom count, baths, simultaneous use and the timing of hot water demand all affect how well a 250L system suits a property. A smaller household with long showers and several bathrooms may use more hot water than a larger household with shorter, staggered usage.

Sizing is particularly important when the objective is to perform most normal heating during a defined daytime period. The cylinder needs enough stored hot water to carry the household through evening and following-morning demand without creating unnecessary backup heating outside the preferred window.

How Does the Rheem 250L Twin Element 3HR Ready System Work?

Input: Electricity is supplied to the heating elements inside the enamel-lined storage cylinder.

Operation: The elements heat the stored water. The twin-element 492250 includes a 50L boost section, while JR's dual-circuit and Catch Power configuration manages the preferred heating and backup pathways.

Result: The household stores heated water for later use in showers, bathrooms, kitchens and laundries rather than needing to produce hot water at the exact moment it is used.

Because this remains a conventional resistance electric storage system, its 3HR Ready advantage comes mainly from storage capacity, twin-element flexibility and improved control over when the heating electricity is consumed.

Key Features of the Rheem 250L Twin Element

250L Hot Water Delivery

Rheem rates the 492250 for 250 litres of hot water delivery with an approximately 270 litre physical storage capacity.

50L Boost Capacity

The twin-element configuration includes a 50 litre boost section for additional recovery when household hot water demand is high.

Rheem Ultranamel Cylinder

The steel cylinder uses Rheem Ultranamel protection designed to provide a durable internal coating against water-related cylinder deterioration.

Dual-Handed Connections

Left and right water connection options provide installation flexibility when replacing older electric storage water heaters.

Australian Made

Rheem identifies the 492250 electric storage water heater as manufactured in Australia.

12-Year Cylinder Warranty

Rheem currently provides a maximum 12-year cylinder warranty, subject to the manufacturer's current warranty terms and conditions.

Rheem 250L Twin Element Specifications

Specification	Details
Brand	Rheem
Series	491 / 492 Series Electric
Model	492250
Product Type	Twin-element electric storage water heater
Hot Water Delivery	250L
Storage Capacity	Approximately 270L
Twin-Element Boost Capacity	50L
Manufacturer Household Guidance	Up to 8 people under Rheem's stated usage assumptions
Height	1395–1396mm
Body Width	640mm
Maximum Overall Width / Clearance Dimension	Approximately 680mm
Approximate Cartoned Weight	82kg
Cylinder Construction	Steel cylinder with Rheem Ultranamel protective lining
Anode	Sacrificial anode
Element Configuration	Twin element
Manufacturer Twin-Element Ratings	3.6kW or 4.8kW configurations
Water Connections	Rp 3/4
Connection Layout	Dual-handed water connections
TPR Valve Setting	1000kPa
Expansion Control Valve	850kPa
Maximum Supply Pressure With ECV	680kPa
Maximum Supply Pressure Without ECV	800kPa
Installation	Indoor or outdoor subject to installation requirements
Country of Manufacture	Australia
Maximum Cylinder Warranty	12 years, subject to Rheem warranty conditions

Specifications are based on current Rheem technical information and may change. The exact electrical and element configuration used for the JR 3HR Ready installation must suit the selected package, existing circuits, switchboard and property.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

What Is Required to Install the Rheem 250L Twin Element 3HR Ready System?

The cylinder replacement is only one part of a 3HR Ready installation. The twin-element configuration and control equipment also need an appropriate electrical arrangement, so JR checks the existing hot water circuit and switchboard rather than assuming every 250L electric replacement is identical.

Suitable cylinder location and safe access

Stable and compliant support base

Suitable hot and cold water connections

Correct pressure-control valves

Compliant relief drainage

Suitable electrical circuit arrangement

Electrical isolation and circuit protection

Adequate switchboard capacity

Catch Power integration

Dual-circuit hot water control

Manual bypass configuration

Licensed plumbing and electrical work

A straightforward replacement where the plumbing and electrical infrastructure already suits the package can be considerably simpler than upgrading a single-circuit installation into a complete twin-element controlled system. Relocation, switchboard modifications, additional circuits and non-standard plumbing can also change the scope.

What's Included With Rheem 250L Twin Element 3HR Ready Installation?

3HR Ready Control Setup

JR's current 3HR Ready package is designed around Catch Power integration, dual-circuit hot water control, manual bypass functionality, solar integration capability and remote monitoring.

Compliance & Commissioning

The selected package can include plumbing and electrical connection, testing, commissioning and relevant compliance work according to the installation scope purchased through the live product selector.

Possible Additional Work

New electrical circuits, switchboard modifications, extra pipework, relocation, drainage changes, valve upgrades, difficult access or unusual site requirements may increase the installation scope.

Depending on the package and property, installation may also involve existing-system removal, new valves, pipe insulation, drainage improvements, plumbing modifications, support-base work and other items required to complete the selected installation.

Use the live package selector above as the final reference for the exact inclusions attached to the package being purchased.

How Much Does Rheem 250L Twin Element 3HR Ready Installation Cost?

Current Rheem 250L supplied-and-installed pricing is shown in the live product package selector above rather than being repeated as a fixed SEO price in this description.

Rheem 250L Twin Element installation cost in Brisbane or the Gold Coast can vary according to the selected installation package, existing electrical circuits, switchboard condition, Catch Power requirements, valve condition, pipework, drainage, access, relocation and removal of the existing system.

A property already configured for a suitable twin-element electric replacement can require substantially less additional work than a home being upgraded from a single-circuit tank, gas hot water or another energy source.

3HR FREE POWER READY

How Does the Rheem 250L Use the 3 Hour Free Power Window?

The core strategy is to heat and store as much of the household's normal hot water requirement as practical during the preferred daytime electricity period, then use the stored hot water later.

The 250L delivery capacity gives the household a useful reserve after the preferred heating period. Catch Power provides the control layer, while the twin-element and dual-circuit arrangement gives the system additional recovery flexibility when household demand requires it.

Where the home has suitable solar PV, the electrical strategy can also consider useful daytime solar production. Hot water storage can effectively turn available daytime electricity into stored thermal energy for later household use.

3HR Ready does not guarantee completely free hot water. Results depend on the retailer plan, smart-meter eligibility, household demand, solar production, electrical configuration and whether additional heating is required outside the preferred period.

Why Does Twin-Element Control Matter?

Household hot water demand changes from one day to the next. Guests, longer showers, baths or heavy evening use can consume more stored water than expected.

The Rheem 492250 includes a 50L boost section. JR's dual-circuit control strategy gives the installation more flexibility around how the normal heating and additional recovery pathways are managed.

This makes the package different from simply connecting a basic timer to an ordinary electric cylinder. The cylinder, heating elements and control setup are considered together as one operating system.

Why Is Manual Bypass Included?

Manual bypass gives the household a practical fallback when actual hot water demand does not match the normal preferred operating schedule.

If additional recovery is required outside the normal heating period, the bypass provides another level of control instead of leaving the household permanently locked into one rigid schedule.

This can be useful for families, rental properties and homes where occupancy or hot water use changes significantly from day to day.

Solar Integration and Remote Monitoring

JR's 3HR Ready package is designed to consider solar PV where the property has a suitable system and electrical arrangement. Daytime hot water heating can provide another way to use available solar electricity by storing that energy as hot water for later use.

Catch Power integration also provides remote monitoring capability, giving better visibility over controlled hot water operation and helping the household see when the system is heating.

The exact solar and monitoring setup depends on the electrical equipment installed at the property and the selected JR installation package.

BRISBANE INSTALLATION

Rheem 250L Twin Element 3HR Ready Installation Brisbane

JR Gas & Water supplies and installs the Rheem 250L Twin Element 3HR Ready system throughout Brisbane for suitable electric replacements, upgrades and new hot water installations.

For a Rheem 250L Twin Element install in Brisbane, the existing electrical configuration is particularly important. A home replacing a standard single-element cylinder may require additional circuit or control work before the complete JR 3HR Ready strategy can be used.

JR also services Logan, Ipswich, Redlands and Moreton Bay. The cylinder's approximately 1395mm height and 640mm body width make it a common large residential electric format, but the actual connection layout, access, drainage and existing base still need to be checked.

GOLD COAST INSTALLATION

Rheem 250L Twin Element 3HR Ready Installation Gold Coast

JR Gas & Water supplies and installs the Rheem 250L Twin Element 3HR Ready electric hot water system across the Gold Coast for homes wanting conventional electric storage with a smarter daytime control strategy.

Gold Coast homes with solar PV can be particularly relevant to the 3HR Ready approach because the installation can consider both suitable daytime solar production and an eligible free-power period.

For a Rheem 250L Twin Element supplied and installed on the Gold Coast, JR checks the existing cylinder position, electrical circuits, switchboard, plumbing, water pressure and Catch Power requirements before confirming the installation pathway.

Can the Rheem 250L Twin Element Replace My Existing Hot Water System?

Replacing an Existing 250L Electric System

This can be a straightforward pathway where the existing position, base, plumbing, drainage and electrical services suit the new Rheem cylinder.

Replacing a Single-Element Tank

The plumbing replacement may be relatively simple, but the complete JR twin-element 3HR Ready control setup may require additional electrical work.

Replacing a Different Brand

The Rheem can replace many comparable electric systems, but connection heights, dimensions, valve arrangements and pipework can vary between manufacturers.

Upgrading From a Smaller System

Moving from 125L or 160L to 250L requires suitable physical space and should be based on household demand rather than increasing capacity automatically.

Changing From Gas

Gas-to-electric conversion normally requires an appropriate electrical supply and can involve additional plumbing and electrical work compared with an electric-for-electric replacement.

Relocating the System

Relocation is possible where suitable but normally adds pipework, drainage, electrical work and labour compared with retaining a compliant existing installation position.

Which Rheem 250L Electric Variant Do I Need?

491250 Single Element

The single-element Rheem 250L uses the same general 250L platform without the separate boost element. It may suit conventional replacements where twin-element recovery is not required.

492250 Twin Element

This is the model used for this 3HR Ready installation. It adds a 50L boost section and provides the twin-element platform required for the intended controlled setup.

Rheem Stellar 250L Twin Element

The Stellar 250L twin-element range uses stainless steel construction instead of the Ultranamel-lined cylinder used in the standard 492250. It is the premium Rheem alternative in this capacity range.

How Efficient Is the Rheem 250L Twin Element?

The Rheem 492250 is a conventional electric resistance storage water heater. Its main advantage in a 3HR Ready installation is not reduced electricity use from a different heating technology, but the ability to store hot water and control when the electrical heating occurs.

JR's control strategy is designed to move more suitable heating toward useful daytime electricity, solar PV or an eligible free-power period where the property's electrical arrangement allows it.

Homes primarily focused on reducing total electricity consumption should also compare a heat pump. Homes wanting the simplicity, quiet operation and familiar serviceability of conventional electric storage may prefer the Rheem 250L twin-element approach.

How Does the Rheem 250L Twin Element Compare With Other Hot Water Options?

Option	Main Difference	Capacity	Best Use Case	Important Consideration
Rheem 250L Twin Element 3HR Ready	Enamel-lined twin-element electric storage with JR smart-control integration	250L delivery / approx. 270L storage	Family homes wanting conventional electric storage with smarter timing	Electrical setup must suit the twin-element control strategy
Rheem 250L Single Element	Similar cylinder platform without the separate boost element	250L delivery	Straightforward electric replacements where extra boost recovery is not required	Less recovery flexibility than the twin-element version
Rheem Stellar 250L Twin Element	Premium stainless steel alternative	250L delivery	Homes wanting Rheem's stainless steel electric platform	Higher product cost and different cylinder construction
Heat Pump Hot Water	Uses electricity to transfer ambient heat instead of relying primarily on direct resistance heating	Varies	Homes prioritising lower total electricity consumption	Higher upfront cost plus airflow, drainage, noise and location requirements

COMMON QUESTIONS

Rheem 250L Twin Element 3HR Ready Installation FAQs

How much does Rheem 250L Twin Element 3HR Ready installation cost?

Current supplied-and-installed pricing is shown in the live product package selector above. Final cost depends on the selected package and whether the property requires additional circuits, switchboard work, valves, pipework, drainage, relocation or other non-standard work.

Can JR Gas & Water install the Rheem 250L in Brisbane?

Yes. JR supplies and installs the Rheem 250L Twin Element across Greater Brisbane and surrounding eligible South East Queensland service areas, subject to site suitability and current installation availability.

Can JR install the Rheem 250L on the Gold Coast?

Yes. JR installs the Rheem 250L Twin Element across eligible Gold Coast service areas for suitable electric replacements, upgrades and new installations.

What makes the Rheem 250L system 3HR Ready?

JR's package combines the Rheem 492250 twin-element cylinder with Catch Power integration, dual-circuit control, manual bypass, solar integration capability and remote monitoring.

Does this installation include Catch Power?

Catch Power integration forms part of JR's current 3HR Ready control strategy for this product. Use the live package selector above to confirm the exact inclusions attached to the installation package being purchased.

What is the 50L boost capacity?

Rheem's twin-element 492250 includes a 50L boost section. This gives the system additional recovery capability when household demand is higher than the normal stored supply can support.

How many people does the Rheem 250L suit?

Rheem currently lists the 250L electric range for up to 8 people under its stated moderate-climate assumptions. Actual suitability still depends on shower duration, bathrooms, baths and peak household demand.

Can the Rheem 250L work with solar?

JR's 3HR Ready package is designed to support solar integration where the property's solar PV and electrical arrangement are suitable.

Does remote monitoring come with the setup?

Catch Power integration supports remote monitoring capability. Exact functionality depends on the installed control configuration and selected package.

Can this replace my existing electric hot water system?

In many cases, yes. Final suitability depends on physical space, plumbing, water pressure, existing circuits, switchboard capacity and whether the complete twin-element control setup requires electrical upgrades.

Does the Rheem 250L Twin Element need two electrical circuits?

The JR 3HR Ready package is designed around dual-circuit control of the twin-element system. The existing electrical installation should be checked to determine what can be reused and what additional work is required.

Can the Rheem 250L be installed indoors?

Rheem allows the 250L 491/492 series to be installed indoors or outdoors when the applicable installation requirements are met. JR's current online package requirements should be checked because internal installations may require a separate assessment or quote pathway.

Can JR relocate the Rheem 250L?

Yes, where the proposed location is suitable. Relocation normally adds plumbing, drainage and electrical work compared with a straightforward replacement in the existing position.

What warranty does the Rheem 250L have?

Rheem currently provides a maximum 12-year cylinder warranty for this range, together with 1 year labour on the cylinder and 1 year parts and labour coverage, subject to current manufacturer warranty terms.

How quickly can JR install the Rheem 250L?

Current installation availability is shown through JR's live booking and installation selector above. Availability depends on service area, stock, selected package and whether the property requires additional electrical or plumbing assessment.

Rheem 250L Twin Element Warranty and Maintenance

Manufacturer Warranty

Rheem currently lists a maximum 12-year cylinder warranty, 1 year labour warranty on the cylinder and 1 year parts and labour coverage for the 491/492 series. Manufacturer warranty conditions apply.

JR Lifetime Warranty Eligibility

Eligible JR installations may qualify for JR's separate Lifetime Warranty pathway where the applicable installation, inspection, servicing and maintenance requirements continue to be met.

Anode & Valve Maintenance

The enamel-lined cylinder uses a sacrificial anode as part of its corrosion protection system. Anode condition, pressure-control valves, relief drainage and the electrical controls should be maintained in line with the applicable manufacturer and JR requirements.

Why Choose JR Gas & Water for Rheem 250L Twin Element Installation?

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A 3HR Ready installation depends on more than the cylinder. JR considers the tank, plumbing, electrical supply, control arrangement, solar suitability, backup strategy and household demand so the completed installation operates as one complete hot water system.

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Install the Rheem 250L Twin Element 3HR Ready System With JR Gas & Water

The Rheem 492250 is an Australian-made family-size electric storage system for homes wanting 250L hot water delivery, twin-element recovery and the familiar simplicity of conventional electric storage. JR's 3HR Ready package adds the control infrastructure needed to make the system more flexible for daytime electricity, solar PV and eligible free-power periods.

Choose the installation package and preferred date using the live options above. If the property requires new circuits, switchboard work, relocation, an indoor installation or unusual plumbing, use JR's quote pathway so the installation can be assessed before proceeding.

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