The Richmond 5V40-7 is a standard, residential electric storage water heater. It is part of Richmond’s "Essential" or value-tier lineup, designed to provide reliable hot water for households with moderate demand. With a 40-gallon capacity, this unit is typically rated for households of 2 to 3 people.
Richmond Water Heaters are manufactured by Rheem, a leader in the HVAC and water heating industry. Consequently, the 5V40-7 shares many components and engineering standards with the Rheem "Professional" or "Classic" series, offering a robust entry-level option for homeowners.
The Richmond 5V40-7 features a Honeywell electronic gas control valve with a piezo spark igniter. Unlike old standing pilot models, this uses a thermocouple and thermopile to generate millivolts to hold the pilot flame. richmond 5v40-7 water heater specs
Thermostat settings:
Recommended setting: "Hot" or low "A" to balance safety and efficiency. The Richmond 5V40-7 is a standard, residential electric
With a 38,000 BTU/hr natural gas burner, the 5V40-7 is considered a standard-efficiency unit. Its recovery rate is 35.1 gallons per hour (GPH) with a 90°F temperature rise (e.g., raising groundwater from 50°F to 140°F).
For practical use, the First Hour Rating (FHR) of 67 gallons is more important. FHR measures how much hot water the tank can deliver in the first hour of use—accounting for stored hot water plus recovery during that hour. At 67 gallons, this unit can handle: The Richmond 5V40-7 features a Honeywell electronic gas
When it comes to reliable, budget-friendly residential water heating, the Richmond brand—exclusively sold at Menards®—has carved out a strong reputation. Among its most popular models is the Richmond 5V40-7. If you are searching for "richmond 5v40-7 water heater specs," you likely own this unit, are looking to purchase one, or need to troubleshoot an existing installation.
This article provides a complete breakdown of the technical specifications, performance metrics, dimensions, installation requirements, and maintenance tips for the Richmond 5V40-7.
This is not a high-efficiency condensing unit. Its UEF of 0.62 places it near the minimum standard allowed by federal regulations for a 40-gallon gas water heater (the current minimum is 0.60 UEF). It lacks foam insulation (uses fiberglass blanket-type insulation). Consequently, expect annual operating costs around $280-$340 (depending on local gas prices), which is higher than a comparable 0.90 UEF condensing model.