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    GE® Smart 40 Gallon Short Electric Water Heater

    Model GE40S12BLM
    Authorized Dealer
    Top Rated Store
    Authorized Dealer

    GE® Smart 40 Gallon Short Electric Water Heater

    Model GE40S12BLM
    Top Rated Store
    Quick Specs
    Depth
    22
    Height
    52 7/8
    Energy
    NO

    GE® Smart 40 Gallon Short Electric Water Heater is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.

    Ships Out Within: 2 - 4 Business Days
    Shipping Date By: 06/23/2026
    Regular price $823.08

    SERVICES AVAILABLE

    Out of stock
    Notify When Restocked
    Quick Specs
    Depth
    22
    Height
    52 7/8
    Energy Star Rated
    NO
    Inlet Tube

    Inlet Tube

    Replenishes water from the bottom of the tank to maximize hot water delivery

    Brass Drain Valve

    Brass Drain Valve

    Rust-proof construction can be counted on to provide long-lasting service

    Easy Set Up

    Easy Set Up

    Replace your old water heater quickly and easily using standard water and electrical connections

    Real Capacity

    Real Capacity

    Get the most hot showers from the only water heater that holds a true 40 gallons of water (Compared to 40 gallon electric steel tank water heaters per DOE rated gallon capacity)

    Household Size

    Household Size

    Provide hot water for the whole family of 2 to 4 persons

    Leading Performance

    Leading Performance

    Live comfortably with this best in class unit that delivers 65 gallons of hot water in the first hour (Measured through DOE First Hour Rating)

    Built-in WiFi

    Built-in WiFi

    Easily adjust temperatures, set vacation mode schedules and receive notifications with Built-in WiFi powered by SmartHQ

    Anode Sensing

    Anode Sensing

    Notifies you when your anode rod needs replacing to help extend the life of your tank

    Quick Recovery

    Quick Recovery

    Two 5500W heating elements quickly increase water temperature for hot water when you need it

    Digital Display

    Digital Display

    Make easy, accurate adjustments at the touch of a button

    Stainless Steel Heating Elements

    Stainless Steel Heating Elements

    Ultra-durable stainless-steel heating elements resist rust and corrosion


    • Real Capacity
    • Get the most hot showers from the only water heater that holds a true 40 gallons of water (Compared to 40 gallon electric steel tank water heaters per DOE rated gallon capacity)
    • Built-in WiFi
    • Easily adjust temperatures, set vacation mode schedules and receive notifications with Built-in WiFi powered by SmartHQ
    • Leading Performance
    • Live comfortably with this best in class unit that delivers 65 gallons of hot water in the first hour (Measured through DOE First Hour Rating)
    • Quick Recovery
    • Two 5500W heating elements quickly increase water temperature for hot water when you need it
    • Household Size
    • Provide hot water for the whole family of 2 to 4 persons
    • Anode Sensing
    • Notifies you when your anode rod needs replacing to help extend the life of your tank
    • Stainless Steel Heating Elements
    • Ultra-durable stainless-steel heating elements resist rust and corrosion
    • Inlet Tube
    • Replenishes water from the bottom of the tank to maximize hot water delivery
    • Brass Drain Valve
    • Rust-proof construction can be counted on to provide long-lasting service
    • Easy Set Up
    • Replace your old water heater quickly and easily using standard water and electrical connections
    • Digital Display
    • Make easy, accurate adjustments at the touch of a button

    • Real Capacity
    • Built-in WiFi
    • Digital Display
    • Leading Performance
    • Quick Recovery
    • Household Size
    • Anode Sensing
    • Stainless Steel Heating Elements
    • Inlet Tube
    • Brass Drain Valve
    • Easy Set Up
    CAPACITY
    Unit Capacity 40 Gallons
    FILTER
    App Filter - WiFi Connect Built-In
    App Filter - Product Type Water Heaters Electric Standard
    App Filter - Tank Diameter 18 1/4 in.-21 3/4 in.
    App Filter - Vacation Mode Yes
    App Filter - Capacity Water Heater 40-49 gallons
    APPEARANCE
    Color Appearance Gray
    POWER / RATINGS
    Integrated Energy Factor 0.92
    Heating - Electric - Heater Watts 5500/5500
    Electrical Connection Direct-Wire
    Operating Water Pressure 20-125 PSI
    Volts/Hertz 240V; 60Hz
    First Hour Rate (FHR) 65 Gallons
    Voltage (MAX) 240 V
    Energy Consumption (kWh/year) 3531
    Electrical Circuit Required Dedicated 30 Amp Min.
    WARRANTY
    Warranty Notes See written warranty for full details
    Parts Warranty Limited 12-year tank and parts
    Labor Warranty Limited 1-year entire appliance
    WEIGHTS & DIMENSIONS
    Product Height (to top of water inlet/outlet connections) 52.875 in
    Approximate Shipping Weight 133 lb
    Overall Width 22 in
    Overall Height 52.875 in
    Product Height (to top of unit) 51.375 in
    Net Weight 121 lb
    Product Diameter 22 in
    Overall Depth 22 in
    Connection Sizes - Water Inlet (MNPT) 3/4"
    Connection Sizes - Hot Water Outlet (MNPT) 3/4"
    FEATURES
    Control Type Electronic with Digital Display
    Height Description Short
    Fuel Type Electric
    Configuration Short
    Operating Modes Normal
    Vacation
    Drain Valve Type Brass
    Temperature Setting Factory Default 120° F
    Sensing Anode Yes
    Product Type Electric Electronic
    WiFi Connect Built-In
    Family Size 2-4 People
    Water Connection Location Top
    Overheat Protection Yes
    Vacation Setting Yes
    Diagnostic Feedback Yes
    Temperature Setting 100-140° F Range
    Connected Capabilities Amazon Alexa
    Google Home
    • Real Capacity
    • Built-in WiFi
    • Digital Display
    • Leading Performance
    • Quick Recovery
    • Household Size
    • Anode Sensing
    • Stainless Steel Heating Elements
    • Inlet Tube
    • Brass Drain Valve
    • Easy Set Up