Rheem releases Gladiator, the first residential water heater to give home owners the power to know, control and protect their homes. The main features of the Gladiator residential water heater include:
- Auto Water Shutoff Valve - Protect the home from water damage with this all-inclusive leak prevention system that limits a leak to no more than 20 ounces of water.
- Protect the Home -B y shutting off the flow of water, Gladiator can help home owners avoid an average of US$ 4,000 in water leak damage costs.
- Built-in EcoNet Technology - Complete control of the water heater system - from adjusting water temperature and tracking energy usage to setting vacation mode - all from a smart phone.
- Water Temp Control - Adjust water set temperature to balance the home’s hot water needs via the EcoNet App and hands-free voice control with Amazon Alexa or Google Home.
- Integrated EcoNet Monitoring with WiFi - Receive immediate notification of leaks and service needs through the smartphone and via EcoNet App.
- Hot Water Availability Indicator - Know the hot water level before jumping into the shower.
- Element Health - Know if an element is failing so that it can be proactively replaced, before it becomes a problem.
- Energy Usage Tracking - View weekly, monthly and yearly energy usage reports from the smartphone, in order to better manage consumption.
- Diagnostic Mode - Allows the plumber to view diagnostic information via the Rheem Contractor App or EcoNet App, while at the water heater to expedite service.