Rheem RGPS series, Technical Manual

Rheem 

Value Series

Upflow/Horizontal Gas Furnace

FORM NO. G11-520 REV. 1

RGPS- Series

80% A.F.U.E.†
Input Rates 50-150 kBTU

• The Rheem 

Value Series

line of upflow/horizontal gas

furnaces are designed for utility rooms, closets, alcoves,
or attics. 

Because of the model’s low-profile 34 inch

[864 mm] height, the upflow model can also be used to
satisfy most applications that traditionally call for a
horizontal furnace.

• The design is certified by CSA International.

• Unique solid door design leads to quiet operation.

• Patented heat exchanger, constructed of aluminized steel for the

maximum in corrosion resistance and thermal fatigue reliability.

• Low profile “34 inch” [864 mm] design is lighter and easier to

handle, and leaves room for optional equipment.

• Convertible from upflow to horizontal left or right without field

conversion.

• Left or right side gas and electric inlet connections allow

quick and simple change.

• Direct spark ignition with remote sense, features a integrated

board with an electronic air cleaner hookup.

• Prepaint galvanized steel cabinet.

• A slow-open gas valve and a specially designed draft inducer

motor make it one of the quietest furnaces on the market
today.

• Grab-holes in doors to aid in easy door removal and

replacement.

• A variety of cooling coils and plenums designed to use with

Rheem 

Value Series

gas furnaces are available as optional

accessories.

Air

Gas Furnaces

RGPS Series

Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency - 

AFUE

THIS MODEL

ENER      UIDE

97%

78%

HIGH

MID

82%

88%

80.0%

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A.F.U.E. (Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency) calculated in accordance with
Department of Energy test  procedures.