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Noritz EZ98DV 180,000 BTU 9.8 GPM High-Efficiency Tankless Water Heater
Noritz EZ98DV 180,000 BTU 9.8 GPM High-Efficiency Tankless Water Heater
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Noritz EZ98DV 180,000 BTU 9.8 GPM High-Efficiency Tankless Water Heater
The Noritz EZ98DV Pro (GQ-C2861WX-FF-1 US) is a high-efficiency condensing tankless water heater delivering 180,000 BTU/h maximum input and up to 9.8 GPM. Engineered for the North American residential market, the EZ Series is designed to simplify tank-to-tankless replacements while delivering efficient, high-capacity hot water performance.
Updated for 2026, the EZ98DV features 0.98 UEF, dual stainless steel heat exchangers, top-mounted water connections, a built-in operation panel, EZ Start Plus Bluetooth® app support, and included natural-gas-to-propane field conversion.
Top Specifications
| Specification | Performance |
|---|---|
| Maximum Input | 180,000 BTU/h |
| Maximum Flow | 9.8 GPM |
| Minimum Input | 12,800 BTU/h |
| UEF | 0.98 |
| Heat Exchangers | Dual Stainless Steel |
| Water Connections | Top Mounted |
| Built-In Operation Panel | Yes |
| NG to LP Conversion | Included |
Noritz rates the EZ98DV from 12,800 to 180,000 BTU/h with a flow range of 0.4 to 9.8 GPM.
Key Features
- 180,000 BTU/h maximum input
- Up to 9.8 GPM
- 0.98 UEF
- Dual stainless steel heat exchangers
- ENERGY STAR® rated
- Built-in operation panel
- EZ Start Plus Bluetooth® app support
- Top-mounted water connections
- Natural gas with included LP field conversion
- Indoor or outdoor installation
- Steady BTU Mode
- Flexible venting
- Compact wall-mounted design
- Designed for residential tank replacement
Designed for Tank-to-Tankless Replacement
The EZ98DV's top-mounted water connections help simplify replacement of conventional storage-tank water heaters. This configuration can make it easier to connect existing hot and cold water piping when converting from a tank to a wall-mounted tankless system.
Noritz specifically designed the EZ Series to help reduce installation time and cost in residential tank-replacement applications.
EZ98DV vs. EZ111DV
The EZ98DV and EZ111DV share many of the same EZ Series Pro features. The primary difference is maximum heating and flow capacity.
| Feature | EZ98DV | EZ111DV |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Input | 180,000 BTU/h | 199,900 BTU/h |
| Maximum Flow | 9.8 GPM | 11.1 GPM |
| UEF | 0.98 | 0.98 |
| Minimum Input | 12,800 BTU/h | 12,800 BTU/h |
| Dual Stainless Heat Exchangers | Yes | Yes |
| Top-Mount Connections | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth App Support | Yes | Yes |
| NG to LP Conversion | Included | Included |
Choose the EZ98DV for 180,000 BTU / 9.8 GPM performance in residential applications.
Choose the EZ111DV when the application requires higher 199,900 BTU / 11.1 GPM capacity.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Noritz |
| Series / Model | EZ Series Pro / EZ98DV |
| Model Number | GQ-C2861WX-FF-1 US |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas / LP Convertible |
| Maximum Input | 180,000 BTU/h |
| Minimum Input | 12,800 BTU/h |
| Maximum Flow | 9.8 GPM |
| Minimum Flow | 0.4 GPM |
| UEF | 0.98 |
| Heat Exchangers | Dual Stainless Steel |
| Temperature Range | 100–140°F |
| Dimensions | 26.1" H × 18.1" W × 11.8" D |
| Weight | 60 lbs |
| Installation | Indoor / Outdoor |
| Power Supply | 120 VAC / 60 Hz |
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