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Southern Public Power District

PO Box 1687 / 4550 West Husker Hwy
Grand Island, NE 68802-1687
308-384-2350 / 800-579-3019

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Electric Water Heater Program

Marathon™ Electric Water Heater

Southern Public Power District offers the Marathon™ Water Heater Program to customers interested in converting from either a natural gas or propane water heater, or replacing an existing water heater to a Marathon™ water heater.

Benefits of a Marathon™


  1. Brass union connections provide easy installation or re-installation

  2. Higher energy factor by model of any water heater

  3. Rugged polyethylene jacket resists shipping damage and won’t rust

  4. Oversize element ports for easy sediment removal

  5. Recessed brass drain valve

  6. Factory installed T&P relief valve and vacuum relief valve
  7. Water tight outer jacket delivers dependable service — even. in challenging environments
  8. Unique low watt-density coated elements offer exceptional performance and durability

  9. Envirofoam® insulation that is CFC HCFC free
  10. Bowl-shaped bottom for easier, more complete sediment draining

Available Sizes

The Marathon™ Water Heater is available in an 85-Gallon size.

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Contact Us

Sam Reinke
4550 West Husker Highway
PO Box 1687
Grand Island, NE 68602
(800) 579-3019

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