Bradford White Copper Brute B4 Guide

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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions Document 2143
H2317000-
Installation, Operation
and Maintenance
Instructions for
Copper Brute
Volume Water Heaters
Model B4
Sizes 175-400
FOR YOUR SAFETY: This product must be installed and serviced by a professional service technician,
qualied in hot water heater installation and maintenance. Improper installation and/or operation could
create carbon monoxide gas in ue gases which could cause serious injury, property damage, or death.
Improper installation and/or operation will void the warranty.
WARNING
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a re or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a nearby phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the re department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualied installer, service agency, or gas
supplier.
C O R P O R A T I O N
B WRADFORD HITE
®

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1.
General Information
1.1 Introduction..................................................... 3
1.2 Warranty ......................................................... 3
1.3 Technical Assistance ...................................... 3
SECTION 2.
Installation Instructions
2.1 General Information........................................ 4
2.2 Field Assembly ............................................... 4
2.3 Site Location................................................... 5
2.3.1 Installation Information ...................................5
2.3.2 Outdoor Installation (U.S. only) ......................5
2.3.3 Flooring - Typical Installation .......................... 6
2.4 Combustion and Ventilation Air Supply........... 6
2.4.1 Outdoor Air Supply ......................................... 7
2.4.2 Indoor Air Supply ............................................ 7
2.4.3 Exhaust Fans or Vents ................................... 7
2.5 Venting of Combustion Products .................... 8
2.5.1 General Information........................................ 8
2.5.2 Replacement of Existing Heater.....................8
2.6 Water Flow .....................................................8
2.6.1 Reversible Water Connections ....................... 8
2.6.2 Water Chemistry........................................... 11
2.6.3 Freeze Protection ......................................... 11
2.6.4 Water Hardness............................................ 11
2.6.5 Pump Requirements..................................... 11
2.6.6 Pressure Buildup in Water System............... 14
2.6.7 Pressure Relief Valve ................................... 14
2.6.8 Water Pressure............................................. 14
2.6.9 Pump Installation.......................................... 14
2.6.10 Storage Tank Installation .............................. 15
2.6.11 Thermal Circulation of Hot Water in
Cold Water Supply Lines .............................. 15
2.7 Gas Supply and Piping................................. 15
2.7.1 General Instructions ..................................... 15
2.7.2 Special Precautions for Propane Gas .......... 16
2.8 Electrical Wiring............................................ 16
2.9 Combined Space Heating/Potable
Water Heating Systems................................ 16
2.9.1 Combined Space Heating............................. 16
SECTION 3.
Operating Instructions
3.1 Normal Operating Sequence........................ 16
3.2 Start-Up Procedure....................................... 21
3.3 Setting the Temperature Controls................. 21
3.3.1 Remote Water Heater Temperature
Control:......................................................... 21
3.3.2 Internal Water Heater Temperature
Control:......................................................... 22
3.4 Adjustment for Minimum Input Rate
(models with modulating gas valve) ............. 22
3.5 Hi-Limit Switch Checkout.............................. 22
3.6 Shut-Down Procedure .................................. 22
SECTION 4.
Maintenance
4.1 General Instructions ..................................... 23
4.2 Replacement of Gas Controls ...................... 23
4.3 Heat Exchanger............................................ 25
4.3.1 Inspecting the Heat Exchanger .................... 25
4.3.2 Cleaning the Heat Exchanger....................... 25
SECTION 5.
Troubleshooting
5.1 Gas Pressure Tests ...................................... 26
5.1.1 Checking the Main Line Gas Pressure......... 26
5.1.2 Checking the Manifold
Regulated Gas Pressure .............................. 26
5.2 Electrical Troubleshooting ............................ 26
5.2.1 Heater Does Not Come On .......................... 27
5.2.2 Testing the Transformer................................ 27
5.2.3 Testing the Electrical Power Supply ............. 28
5.2.4 Testing the Manual Reset
Hi-Limit Switch.............................................. 28
5.2.5 Testing the Flow Switch................................ 28
5.2.6 Testing the Fusible Link
(Flame roll-out switch) .................................. 28
5.2.7 Testing the Fuse ........................................... 29
5.2.8 Testing the Ignition Control
(for spark ignition)......................................... 29
5.2.9 Testing the High Voltage Ignition Lead ......... 29
5.2.10 Testing the Safety Shutoff
(for standing pilot)......................................... 30
5.2.11 Testing the Safety Shutoff
(for automatic pilot)....................................... 30
5.2.12 Testing the Igniter Electrode......................... 30
5.2.13 Testing the Pilot Thermocouple
(for standing pilot)......................................... 30
5.2.14 Testing for Pilot burner
(for spark ignition)......................................... 30
5.2.15 Testing for Burner Ignition
(for standing pilot)......................................... 31
5.2.16 Heater Will Not Shut Off ............................... 31
5.2.17 On-Off Main Burner Cycling .........................31
5.2.18 Testing the Terminal Strip/External
Controls ........................................................ 31

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SECTION 1.
General Information
1.1 Introduction
This manual provides installation, operating, and
maintenance instructions for Copper Brute Volume
Water Heaters, Sizes 175 through 400. Review all
application and installation procedures completely
before proceeding with the installation. Experience
has shown that most operating problems are caused by
improper installation.
1.2 Warranty
The Copper Brute heaters are sold with a limited
factory warranty.
Make all warranty claims to an authorized
Bradford White representative or directly to the
factory. Claims must include the heater serial number
and model (this information can be found on the rating
plate), installation date, and name of the installer.
Shipping costs are not included in the warranty
coverage.
Some accessory items are shipped in separate
packages. Inspect everything for damage immediately
upon delivery, and advise the transporter of any
shortages or damage. Any such claims should be led
with the transporter. The transporter will not accept a
claim from the shipper, Bradford White.
The warranty does not cover damage caused by
improper installation, operation, or eld modication.
1.3 Technical Assistance
Consult Bradford White or your local wholesaler
with any questions or problems involving the
specication, installation and operation of Bradford
White equipment. An experienced technical support
staff is ready to assist in assuring the proper
performance and application of Bradford White
products.
Gas Connection
Size Water C C V
Connect. U.S. Only (Indoor) Vent
Nat. Propane Size A B (Outdoor) Dia.
Size in. mm in. mm in. mm in. cm in. cm in. cm in. cm in. mm
175 3/4 19 1/2 13 11/2 38 18 46 261/2 67 141/16 36 23/2 60 6 152
250 3/4 19 1/2 13 11/2 38 221/2 57 31 79 181/16 47 243/4 63 7 178
325 3/4 19 1/2 13 11/2 38 263/4 68 353/4 91 193/16 49 257/8 66 8 203
400 3/4 19 1/2 13 11/2 38 313/4 80 401/4 102 225/8 58 267/8 68 9 229
Note: Dimensions may vary.
Figure 1. General conguration.
A
8-1/2 in.
(216mm)
INLET OUTLET
TOP VIEW C C
OPTIONAL
VENT CAP FOR
OUTDOOR USE
DRAFTHOOD
DRAFTHOOD MUST
BE INSTALLED IN
THE FIELD
HEADER
LOCATION
OUTLET
40-9/16 in. (1030mm)
INLET
5-1/2 in.
(140mm)
26-1/2 in.
(673mm)
SIDE VIEW
V
30-3/16 in. (767mm)
B
Dimensions shown in inches cm.

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HOT
HOT
a. Remove the top ller plate, stamped “HOT”, by
slipping a ne-blade screwdriver into the slot at
the rear of the plate and gently prying it up (see
Figure 2).
b. Remove the two screws attaching the adapter
plate to the top assembly and lift it out (see
Figure 3).
c. Remove the vent cap or drafthood from its
package.
d. Disengage the ue transition ring from the stack
extension and place it on top of the collector
assembly as shown in Figure 4.
SECTION 2.
Installation Instructions
2.1 General Information
WARNING
Follow local regulations with respect to installation
of carbon monoxide (CO) detectors and
manufacturer's maintenance schedule of the heater.
Install the Copper Brute heaters in accordance
with the procedures in this manual (or the warranty
may be voided), local codes and ordinances. In the
absence of such codes, install the heaters in accordance
with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1. In Canada, the installation must be
in accordance with CAN1-B149.1 or .2 and local
codes. The authority having jurisdiction may require
the installation conform to the Standard for Controls
and Safety Devices for Automatically Fired Heaters,
ANSI/ASME CSD-1. Any changes to the heater, gas
controls, gas orices, wiring or draft diverter may void
the warranty. If eld conditions require a change to
any of the above, consult the factory.
All gas-red products require correct installation
to assure safe operation. The requirements for heaters
include the following:
1. Field assembly of drafthood or vent cap (see
Section 2.2).
2. Appropriate site location (clearances) and
ooring.
3. Sufcient combustion and ventilation air.
4. Adequate venting of combustion products.
5. Adequate water ow.
6. Properly sized gas meter and piping.
7. Proper electrical wiring.
This manual provides the information needed to
meet these requirements. Review all application and
installation procedures completely before continuing
the installation.
2.2 Field Assembly
The Copper Brute heater is shipped from the
factory with the top assembly in the low-prole
conguration for outdoor installations.
The Copper Brute heater is design certied
for indoor installation when equipped with a
special drafthood, which must be installed without
modication. The part number for the drafthood is on
the heater rating plate. Follow this procedure to make
the conversion:
Figure 2. Top ller plate. Figure 3. Adapter plate.
Figure 4. Flue transition Figure 5. Vent cap with
ring. adapter plate
(outdoor).
Figure 6. Drafthood with Figure 7. Drafthood switch
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e. Slide the adapter plate over the bottom of the
stack extension as shown in Figure 5. Fit the
stack extension down over the ue transition
ring. Seat the adapter plate on the top assembly
and secure it with two screws (see Figure 6).
f. Indoor models, size 175 and 250 only, require
an adapter cable (included with product). The
cable connects the blocked vent safety switch
(BVSS) on the bell of the external draft hood to
the 6-position Molex plug on the side of the unit
(see Figure 7). Refer to instruction sheet included
with cable.
2.3 Site Location
2.3.1 Installation Information
WARNING
Improper installation or maintenance can cause
nausea or asphyxiation from carbon monoxide
in ue gases which could result in severe injury,
property damage, or death.
Avoid placing the heater in locations where it can
be damaged by water or condensate leakage. If this is
not possible, provide a suitable drain pan to catch and
divert any leakage. The pan must not block natural
ow of air around the heater.
Locate the heater to provide adequate clearance
on all sides for inspection, service and to provide
adequate air circulation for proper operation.
Locate the heater so the clearances from
combustible surfaces shown in Table 1 and Figure 8
are met.
Locate the heater on a waterproof oor with a
oor drain and a 6 inch (152 mm) minimum curb on
all four sides to protect the building if heater repairs
are needed.
Figure 8. Alcove installation.
Closet Installation
(unacceptable)
A closet is any 4 sided enclosure
which is less than 16* times the
total volume of all the gas red ap-
pliances within the enclosure.
Room Installation
(acceptable)
A room is any enclosure which is
at least 16* times greater than the
total volume of all the gas red ap-
pliances within the enclosure
Alcove Installation
(acceptable)
An alcove suitable for the installa-
tion of a heater is a restricted sec-
tion of a room not separated from
the room by a door or partition and
which meets the minimum clear-
ances specied in this manual.
* When the ceiling height exceeds 8 feet, you are only allowed to con-
sider 8 feet when calculating the total volume of the enclosure.
Indoors Outdoors
Clearance from: inch mm inch mm
Top 37 940 Unobstructed
Water conn. side 12 305 Unobstructed
Opposite side 6 152 6 152
Front Alcove Unobstructed
Rear 6 152 6 152
Vent* 6 152 —
Flooring Combustible Combustible
Service clearance = 36 inches (914mm) at front of heater,
and 18 inches (457mm) at water connection side.
*1" (25mm) if double wall vent is used.
Table 1. Minimum Boiler Clearances
from Combustible Surfaces.
2.3.2 Outdoor Installation
Caution
Outdoor installations are not recommended in areas
where the danger of snow blockage exists. Copper
Brute heaters can be installed in the standard low-
prole, grate top conguration as received from the
factory, or with an optional vent cap.
Locate the heater in an open, unroofed area.
Do not locate the heater below or adjacent to any
doors, windows, louvers, grills, etc., which connect
in any way with an inhabited area of a building, even
though the access might be through another structure
such as a garage or utility room (see Figure 9 and
Table 1). There must be a minimum of 4 feet (1.22
m) horizontally and vertically between the heater and
any door, window, or gravity inlet to a building (see
Figure 10).
If the heater is installed close to a structure,
protect it from rain water runoff with rain gutters on
the roof or other measures. Do not locate the heater
near sprinkler systems that could spray water on it.
Avoid locations where wind deection off nearby
structures might cause wind loading and downdraft
conditions. Where downdraft conditions exist, locate
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WINDOW
OR GRILL
INDOOR
ROOM
WRONG
Figure 11. Standard base for combustible oor.
Figure 13. Typical roof mounting with standard
combustible mount base.
Figure 12. Typical roof mounting.
Figure 10. Outdoor location installation.
Figure 9. Incorrect outdoor installation.
Concrete slab must extend out
a minimum of 12 in. (305mm) on
all sides.
Bradford White
UNIT
(Side View)
Base For Combustible Floors
Roof - Wood and Steel Construction
Mounting Platform must extend
out a minimum of 12 in. (305mm)
on all sides.
Bradford White
UNIT
(Side View)
Base For Combustible Floors
Raised Mounting
Platform (Wood)
20 Gauge
Galvanized
Sheet Metal
Cap
Roong
Base Rail
Flashing
Roof
Bradford White
UNIT
(Side View)
Base For Combustible Floors
Flashing 4x4 Stringer Roof
Base Rail
20 Gauge
Galvanized
Sheet Metal
Cap
Roong
2.3.3 Flooring - Typical Installation
Do not install the heater directly on carpeting
without placing a non-combustible platform between
the carpeting and the heater. If the heater is installed in
a carpeted alcove, the entire oor of the alcove must
be covered by a non-combustible panel. The panel
must be strong enough to carry the total weight of the
heater and all piping, pumps, and any other equipment
attached to the heater. For rooftop installation, see
Figure 11 through Figure 13.
2.4 Combustion and Ventilation
Air Supply
All indoor installations must have openings to
outside air for combustion, ventilation and dilution of
ue gases from inside the building (see Figure 14 and
Table 2 ). Bradford White does not recommend indoor
installations that do not provide combustion air from
outside the building.
4 ft
(1.2m)
4 ft
(1.2m)
4 ft
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directly, or by ducts, with the outdoors or spaces that
freely communicate with the outdoors. When directly
communicating with the outdoors directly, or through
vertical ducts, each opening shall have a minimum
free area of 1 square inch per 4000 Btu/hr (550 square
mm/kW) of total input rating of all equipment in the
enclosure. When communicating to the outdoors
through horizontal ducts, each opening shall have a
minimum free area of not less than 1 square inch per
2000 Btu/hr (1100 square mm/kW) of total input rating
of all equipment in the enclosure.
Method 2:
One permanent opening, commencing within
12" (30 cm) of the top of the enclosure shall be
permitted. The opening shall directly communicate
with the outdoors or shall communicate through a
vertical or horizontal duct to the outdoors or spaces
that directly communicate with the outdoors, and shall
have a minimum free area of 1 square inch per 3000
Btu/hr (734 square mm/kW) of the total input rating of
all equipment located in the enclosure. This opening
must not be less than the sum of the areas of all vent
connectors in the conned space.
Other methods of introducing combustion and
ventilation air are acceptable, providing they conform
to the requirements in ANSI Z223.1, or applicable
codes.
In Canada, Table 2 does not apply. Consult
local building and safety codes or, in absence of such
requirements, follow CAN/CGA B149.
NOTE: Check with louver manufacturers for net
free area of louvers. If screens or louvers are installed,
add 50 percent for each screen/louver to the net free
area Check all local codes applicable to combustion
air.
2.4.1 Outdoor Air Supply
When combustion air comes directly through an
outside wall, each opening must have a minimum free
area of at least one square inch for each 4,000 BTU/h
input of the total input rating of all appliances in the
enclosed area. (In Canada, refer to CGAB149.1 and .2.)
2.4.2 Indoor Air Supply
Conned and non-conned areas have different
requirements for installation. Consult the latest edition
of the National Gas Code for installation requirements.
2.4.3 Exhaust Fans or Vents
Any equipment which uses air or removes air
from the heater room can use up the combustion air
supply or reverse the natural draft action of the venting
system. This could cause ue products to build up in
the heater room. More air must be supplied to make up
for the decrease.
Required Net Free Opening Area
Directly from Outside
At Top At Bottom
Mode in.2 cm2 in.2 cm2
175 44 284 44 284
250 63 406 63 406
325 82 529 82 529
400 100 645 100 645
Note: For screens or louvers, add 50%.
Table 2. Air Openings to Outside.
Figure 14. Indoor installation and venting.
Notes:
1. The drafthood must sit directly on top of the heater
as shown and must not be altered in any manner.
2. An Underwriters' Laboratories listed vent cap is re-
quired to eliminate downdraft and allow the heater
to function properly.
3. Use approved roof tting.
In the United States, the most common
requirements specify that the space shall communicate
with the outdoors in accordance with method 1 or 2,
which follow. Where ducts are used, they shall be of
the same cross-sectional area as the free area of the
openings to which they connect.
Method 1:
Two permanent openings, one commencing
within 12" (30 cm) of the top and one commencing
within 12" (30 cm) of the bottom of the enclosure
shall be provided. The openings shall communicate
10 ft.
(3.0m)
2 ft. (0.6m)
Listed Vent
Cap
Storm Collar
Roof Jack
Adequate
Air Supply
To Room
Top and
Botom
1/14 in. (6mm)
Minimum Pitch
Per Foot of
Horizontal Pipe
Drafthood
12 in.
(305mm)
All Sides
Vent terminated at
least 24 in.
(610mm) above
any object within
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2.5 Venting of Combustion Products
2.5.1 General Information
When installed indoors, the drafthood must be
connected to a venting system. The venting system
must be installed by a qualied installer and in
accordance with the latest edition of ANSI Z223.1. In
Canada, the installation must be in accordance with
CAN1-B149.1 or .2, and any local codes that apply.
The vent pipe must have a listed vent cap, and
extend at least 2 feet (0.6 m) above any object within a
10 foot (3.0 m) radius.
NOTE: Do not use sheet metal screws at the
snap lock joints of Type B double-wall gas vents.
Do not weld or bolt the vent pipe to the heater
drafthood. The weight of the stack must not rest on the
heater. The drafthood and heater top must be easily
removable for normal heater service and inspection.
WARNING
Avoid ending heater vents near air conditioning or
air supply fans. The fans can pick up exhaust ue
products from the heater and return them inside the
building, creating a possible health hazard.
Avoid horizontal runs of the vent pipe and 90
degree elbows, reductions, and restrictions. Horizontal
runs should have at least a 1/4 inch (6.3 mm) rise per
foot in the direction of ow. Support a vent connector
for the design and weight of the material used to
maintain clearances and physical damage and separate
of joints.
Always use double-wall or insulated vent pipe
(Type B or equivalent).
WARNING
In cold weather, uninsulated outside vents can
chill the rising ue products, blocking the natural
draft action of the venting system. This can create
a health hazard by spilling ue products into the
heater room.
Avoid oversize vent piping or extremely long
runs of the pipe which may cause too much cooling
and condensation of ue gasses.
When the installation of a power vent or draft
fan in the venting system is necessary, qualied
personnel should design the installation following
good engineering practices and all applicable codes.
A suitable draft switch must be wired into the heater
control circuit at the terminal designated Field
Interlock to keep the heater from ring unless there is
a positive draft.
2.5.2 Replacement of Existing Heater
When a heater is removed from a common
venting system, the venting system may be too large
for proper venting of the other appliances connected
to it.
If replacing an existing heater with a Copper
Brute heater and the existing heater was connected
to a common venting system, the common venting
system must comply with ANSI Z223.1/National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA) 54. When resizing any
portion of the common venting system, the common
venting system should be resized to approach the
minimum size as determined using the tables in
ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Appendix G. In Canada, the
common venting system should be resized so the
installation will be in accordance with CAN/CGA
B149.1 or .2.
2.6 Water Flow
2.6.1 Reversible Water Connections
Bradford White ships the heater with the
water connections on the right side. The heater can
be installed with the water connections on either
side. It could be necessary, or helpful, to switch the
connections to the left side to improve access for
installation service. Have a professional service
technician perform this modication before installing
the heater using the following procedures:
1. Remove the front cover.
2. If there is a vent cap or drafthood installed, they
must be removed before removing the grate top
assembly. On indoor installations (sizes 175-
250), the drafthood switch must be disconnected
at the left side of the heater.
3. If the unit is in the low-prole outdoor
conguration, remove the hex-head screws
(see Figure 15) and lift the grate top assembly
straight up.
4. Remove the screws that fastens the ue collector
holddown clamps and remove the clamps (see
Figure 16).
5. Remove the ue collector assembly by lifting it
out of the chassis.
6. Remove the screws that fastens the gap closures
and put them aside.
7. Remove the three grommets.
8. Remove the drain valves and plug. There is one
hex plug on the left side, near the rear of the
jacket. The drain valves are located on the left
side and right side of the heater (see Figure 15).
9. Remove the four screws that fastens the metal
channels covering the capillary tube on the right
side of the jacket, and lay the channels aside.

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Clamp
Bracket
Heat Exchanger
Bracket
In/Out Header
Clamp
Flue Collector
REAR TILE COVER
FLOW SWITCH
CONDUIT
GAP CLOSURE
GROMMET
DRAIN
VALVE
METAL CHANNEL
(FOR CAPILLARY TUBE)
TERMINAL STRIP
HEAT EXCHANGER
ASSEMBLY
GAP CLOSURE
DRAIN PLUG
DRAIN VALVE
REAR TILE
COVER
HEX HEAD
SCREWS
MANUAL RESET
HIGH LIMIT
SWITCH BOX
Figure 15. Heat exchanger reversal.
Figure 16. Flue collector Holddown Clamps.

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3.1 in.
(79mm)
2.4 in.
(61mm)
2.4 in.
(61mm)
Attach Capillary
Covers on
Left Side
LEFT
0.9 in. dia
(23mm)
(Two holes)
FRONT
1.9 in.
(48mm)
Retaining
Clip
2-Stage/
Operating
Controller
Header
Modulating (if installed)
Inlet Oulet High Limit
holder. Gently pull the two white wires out of the
control compartment and coil them on top of the
heat exchanger.
12. A temperature control sensing bulb is located
in the front of the header on the inlet side and a
manual reset hi-limit sensing bulb is located on
the back side of the header on the outlet side (see
Figure 17). Remove these sensing bulbs from the
header. The following steps for removal apply to
all sensing bulbs:
a. If there is more than one capillary tube coming
out of the header, label the capillary tubes.
b. Loosen the screw on the capillary tube
retaining clip, then gently pry the clip apart
until it comes free from the temperature
control (see Figure 18).
c. Pull the sensing bulbs out of the temperature
control.
d. Gently pull the capillary tubes into the control
compartment.
e. Pull the temperature sensing bulb out of the
header, and temporarily route it to the front of
the heater.
13. Use a pair of diagonal cutters to cut the plastic
tie around the wire bundle in the control
compartment.
14. On the terminal strip, disconnect the two brown
wires from No. 5 and No. 6 terminals.
15. Remove the ow switch conduit retaining clip
and the elbow leading into the jacket.
16. Reach inside the control compartment and
release the retaining nut in the upper right corner.
The nut should only be nger-tight.
17. When the conduit is pulled away from the jacket,
pull the two brown wires out of the control
compartment. Coil the conduit and wires on top
of the heat exchanger.
18. Use a chassis punch to put two 7/8 inch (22
mm) holes in the front left side of the jacket (see
Figure 19).
19. Remove the front and rear tile covers (see
Figure 15).
20. Lift out the heat exchanger assembly, turn it 180
degrees, and reseat the unit in the heater with the
water connections on the left side.
21. Reinstall the front and rear tile covers.
22. Push the capillary tube(s) out through the lower
hole in the left side of the jacket.
23. Install the sensing bulb(s) into the appropriate
temperature control (keep in mind that the
positions of the inlet and outlet have been
reversed. The inlet is now behind the outlet).
Figure 19. Hole location, left side.
Figure 17. Sensory bulb locations.
Figure 18. Retaining clip removal.
10. In the control compartment, nd the manual reset
high-limit switch box (see Figure 15) and loosen
the screw on the top to remove the cover.
11. Loosen the screw that fastens the white wire and
remove it from the terminal. Pull it out through
the top of the case and separate the other white
wire from the red wire coming from the fuse

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NOTE: It is possible to have hard and soft
water in the same city. Check with the local water
companies.
If an installer sees damage to any water handling
equipment at the installation site, it should be repaired
as soon as possible to help reduce maintenance costs.
If there is erosion, resize the pump to reduce water
velocity before the tube ruptures. If scaling is bad,
set up a heat exchanger tube-cleaning maintenance
schedule to prevent heat exchanger tube cracking
and wear. Not xing the condition will mean serious
damage to the heater and the water system.
NOTES:
• In areas where the water supply is soft or
corrosive, the heater must have cupronickel tubes
in the heat exchanger.
• Bradford White does not warrant heat exchangers
damaged by scaling, corrosion, or erosion.
2.6.3 Freeze Protection
Although Copper Brute heaters are design
certied for outdoor installations, such installations
are not recommended in areas subject to freezing
temperatures unless proper precautions are taken.
Consult the local factory representative or Bradford
White for additional information.
2.6.4 Water Hardness
Consider the water hardness when selecting a
pump for the heater (see Table 3). Hard water needs a
pump which can provide high ow to prevent scaling,
while soft water needs low ow to prevent erosion.
2.6.5 Pump Requirements
The Copper Brute heater has a factory installed
pump which is for heater-to-tank circulation only.
Pump performance is shown in Table 4.
The pump that is mounted on the heater is sized
for the heat exchanger and 30 feet (9.1m) of 1-1/2"
pipe, including six (6) 90° elbows. If more piping is
needed, contact Bradford White for options.
The water temperature entering the Copper Brute
must be at least 110°F (43°C).
Figures 20, 21 and 22 show typical piping
arrangements. For assistance with other piping
methods, contact Bradford White.
24. Fasten the capillary tube(s) by squeezing the
retaining clip together, then tighten the screw.
25. Feed the two brown wires through the top hole
on the left side until the conduit elbow is against
the jacket.
26. Fasten the conduit by sliding the retaining nut
over the two brown wires (inside the control
compartment) then screwing it down nger-tight
on the conduit elbow.
27. Straighten the capillary tubing and fasten it to the
side of the heater under the channel. Use the self-
tapping screws to fasten the channel to the jacket.
28. Feed the two white wires into the control
compartment. Attach one wire to the terminal
in the manual reset hi-limit switch. If one is not
installed, attach it to terminal No. 1. Connect the
other wire to the red wire attached to the fuse
holder.
29. Attach the two brown wires to terminals No. 5
and 6 on the terminal strip. Keep all wiring away
from surfaces that will get hot during heater
operation.
30. Replace the gap closures and tighten the screws
securely.
31. Replace the three grommets and the cap.
32. Reinstall the drain plug and drain valves.
33. Slip the ue collector assembly back down inside
the enclosure.
34. Carefully slip a hand inside to make sure there
are no gaps between the heat exchanger and the
ue collector.
35. Check to make sure the wiring is not pinched
against sharp edges, or resting on the collector
assembly.
36. Replace the two ue collector holddown clamps.
37. Replace the top assembly and fasten it with the
hex-head screws.
38. Replace the front cover.
39. Reinstall the vent cap or drafthood if one was
removed.
40. On indoor installations (sizes 175-250), insert the
draft hood switch plug into the receptacle on the
left side of the heater.
2.6.2 Water Chemistry
Bradford White equipment is designed to be used
in a variety of water conditions. With the proper pump,
the water velocity in the heat exchanger tubes is kept
high enough to prevent scaling from hard water, yet
low enough to avoid erosion by soft water.
Hardness Grains per Parts
Category Gallon per Million
Soft 1 through 7.5 17 through 128
Normal 7.6 through 17 129 through 291
Hard Over 17 Over 291
Table 3. Water Hardness.

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To
Drain
Heater
T1AB
Remote Temperature
Control for Heater
Heat Flow Pressure* Water Temp
Exch. Water Rate Drop Rise
Model Passes Category gpm L/s ft. m °F °C
175 2 Soft 22 1.4 5.8 1.8 13 7
Normal 34 2.1 11.2 3.4 8 4
Hard 46 2.9 19.1 5.8 6 3
4 Soft 11 0.7 4.9 1.5 25 14
Normal 17 1.1 9.3 2.8 16 9
Hard 23 1.5 15.9 4.8 12 7
250 2 Soft 22 1.4 5.8 1.8 18 10
Normal 34 2.1 11.2 3.4 12 7
Hard 46 2.9 19.1 5.8 9 5
4 Soft 11 0.7 4.9 1.5 35 19
Normal 17 1.1 9.3 2.8 33 18
Hard 23 1.5 15.9 4.8 17 9
325 2 Soft 34 2.1 12.5 3.8 18 10
Normal 34 2.1 12.5 3.8 18 10
Hard 46 2.9 21.7 6.6 11 6
4 Soft 17 0.7 10.4 3.2 36 20
Normal 17 0.7 10.4 3.2 30 17
Hard 23 1.5 18.1 5.5 22 12
400 2 Soft 34 2.1 13.3 4.1 19 11
Normal 34 2.1 13.3 4.1 19 11
Hard 46 2.9 23.4 7.1 14 8
4 Soft 17 0.7 11.1 3.4 37 21
Normal 17 0.7 11.1 3.4 37 21
Hard 23 1.5 19.5 5.9 27 15
*Pressure drop includes head loss of heat exchanger and through 30 feet (9.1 m) of pipe and normal ttings when heater
is installed with storage tank. Pipe and ttings are assumed to be 1-1/2 inch (38 mm).
Main Circulating Loop
(With Own Pump)
Water Maintained
Less Than 110°F (43°C)
Adjustment Procedure
1. Turn on heater and open gate
valves A and B.
2. After 15 minutes, read T1.
3. If T1 is less than 110°F (43°C),
slowly close valve B until T1
climbs to 110°F (43°C).
4. If T1 is greater than 110°F (43°C),
slowly close valve A until T1
drops to 110°F (43°C).
5. Check after 5 minutes
operation and make nal
adjustments.
Figure 20. Cold water application.
Table 4. Pump Performance Requirements.

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Conventional
Tank
Heater
To
Drain
Drain
24-inch
Min.
Service
Valves
Cold
Water
Hot Water
to Building
Hot Water
Return from
Building
Check
Valve
Bldg.
Loop
Circ.
Pump
Hot Water
Return from
Building
Throttling
Valve
Check
Valve
Bldg.
Loop
Circ.
Pump
Cold
Water
Conventional
Tank
To
Drain
Hot Water
to Building
Optional Cold Water Supply
When Adequate Tank Opening
Not Available
Heater
Pump
To
Drain
Service
Valves
Figure 22. Hot water supply with horizontal tank.
Note:
Heavy line indicates heater-to-tank circulation loop.
Figure 21. Hot water supply with vertical tank.

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2.6.9 Storage Tank Installation
1. Be sure the oor is structurally capable of
supporting the tank when it is lled with water,
and is waterproof.
2. Place the tank so that manholes, inspection
covers, nameplates and drain valves are
accessible.
3. Be sure the tank is suitable for the water in the
system. Some water is corrosive and requires
a protected tank. Most tanks are available with
glass, plastic, or galvanized linings.
4. If the tank is glass-lined, it should be equipped
with a suitable magnesium anode. It is a
good practice to replace the anode when it is
approximately 50 percent used. The factory
warranty on a glass-lined tank may be void if a
satisfactory anode is not in place at the time of a
failure or if it is consumed by cathodic action.
5. The tank must be lined if a water softener is
installed in the system.
6. Make sure the tank connections in the heater-
tank circulating loop are the proper size (see
Section 2.6.5). If tappings are smaller than the
recommended pipe size, a larger pump may be
required. Consult the factory if in doubt.
7. Install a pipe in the tank drain tting that goes to
a oor sink, and install a drain valve. If a oor
sink is not available, install a hose bib.
8. Hot water tanks in an existing installation
are likely to have silt deposits on the bottom.
Therefore, it is important to extend the pump
suction pipe in the tank to a position near the top.
Pipe the return from the heater to the bottom of
the tank.
Incorrect installation can cause rapid failure
of water tanks due to electrolysis. Tanks must
be installed with dialectric connections to
electrically isolate the tank from stray current.
Note that use of brass or bronze connectors does
not replace the need for dialectric connections.
2.6.6 Pressure Buildup in Water System
The water utility supply meter may contain a
check valve, back ow preventer, or water pressure
reducing valve that will create a closed water supply
system. Contact the water supplier or local plumbing
inspector on how to control this situation.
During the heating cycle of the heater, the water
expands creating a pressure buildup in the water
system. The pressure relief valve may discharge hot
water under these conditions, causing a loss/waste of
energy and a buildup of lime on the relief valve seat.
NOTE: Do not plug the relief valve.
There are two methods to prevent the relief valve
from discharging hot water in a closed water system:
1. Install a pressure relief valve on the cold water
supply line. Make sure that the discharge of this
valve is directed to an open drain and protected
from freezing.
2. Install a properly sized thermal expansion tank
on the cold water supply line.
2.6.7 Pressure Relief Valve
The pressure relief valve must be installed in the
tapped opening provided in the boiler header with its
outlet piped to a drain or oor sink. Special attention
must be given to relief valve settings in installations
where the boiler is located on the ground oor of a
tall building, or where the operating temperature of
the boiler is above 210°F. In both instances, the static
pressure of the system is elevated, and could cause
the relief valve to leak. Where no special setting of
the relief valve is ordered, the factory will furnish a
125 psi setting.
WARNING
Hot water can scald! Hot water can produce
third degree burns in 6 seconds at 140°F (60°C)
and in 30 seconds at 130°F (54°C).
2.6.8 Water Pressure
Keep the water pressure in the system above
30 psi (207 kPa). If the system pressure drops below
30 psi (207 kPa), it could damage the heater through
lack of circulation. If for any reason, the water is
turned off temporarily, to service the equipment for
example, airlock could be a problem when the heater
is turned back on. To eliminate the airlock, open the
pressure relief valve (see Figure 23) and allow the air
to bleed out until water starts to ow. As soon as full
circulation is restored, the trapped air will be released
through the hot water faucets.
Figure 23. Pressure relief valve.
Flow
Switch
Pressure
Relief Valve
High-Limit
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2.6.10 Thermal Circulation of Hot Water
in Cold Water Supply Lines
Under certain circumstances, thermal circulation
will occur in the cold water pipe supplying the water
to the heating system. This happens in a multi-story
building when the cold water pipe rises from its
connection to the system. To correct the problem, a
check valve in the cold water line supplying the heater
will prevent thermal circulation, and a small expansion
tank will permit heated water to expand without
popping off the relief valve.
2.7 Gas Supply and Piping
2.7.1 General Instructions
Review the following instructions before
continuing the installation.
1. Gas piping installation must be in accordance
with the latest edition of ANSI Z223.1. In
Canada, the installation must be in accordance
with CAN1-B149.1 or .2 and all local codes that
apply.
2. Check the rating plate to make sure the heater
is tted for the type of gas being used. Bradford
White heaters are normally equipped to operate
below a 2000 foot (609 m) altitude. Heaters
equipped to operate at higher altitudes have
appropriate stickers or tags attached.
3. If a gas pressure regulator is required, the
installation must be in accordance with the latest
edition of ANSI Z223. In Canada, the installation
must be in accordance with CAN1-B149.1 or .2
and all local codes that apply.
4. The gures in Table 5 should be used to size the
gas piping from the gas meter to the heater.
5. Install a sediment trap (drip leg) ahead of the
gas controls (see Figure 24 ). Fit the trap with a
threaded cap which can be removed for cleaning.
6. Install a manual gas shutoff valve for service and
safety. Check the local codes.
7. Disconnect the heater and its individual shutoff
valve from the supply gas system during pressure
test of the system at pressures higher than 1/2 psi
(3.4 kPa).
8. Gas supply pressures to the heater are listed in
Table 6.
NOTE: The heater and all other gas appliances
sharing the heater gas supply line must be ring at
maximum capacity to properly measure the inlet
supply pressure. Low gas pressure could indicate
an under-sized gas meter and/or obstructed gas
supply line.
Figure 24. T-Fitting and sediment trap.
9. Do not exceed the maximum inlet gas pressures
specied. Excessive pressure will result in
damage to the heater's gas controls. The
minimum pressures specied is for gas input
adjustment.
10. The correct burner manifold gas pressure is
stamped on the rating plate. The regulator on the
gas valve is preset at the factory, and does not
normally need adjustment.
Distance from Gas Meter or Last Stage Regulator
0-100 feet 100-200 feet 200-300 feet
0-30 m 30-60 m 60-90 m
Boiler Nat. Nat. Nat.
Size in. mm in. mm in. mm
175 1 25 1 32 1 32
250 1 32 1 32 1 38
325 1 32 1 38 1 38
400 1 32 1 38 2 51
Notes:
1. These numbers are for natural gas (0.65 Sp. Gr.) and
are based on  inch (13mm) water column pressure
drop. Check supply pressure with a manometer, and
local code requirements for variations. For liqueed
petroleum gas, reduce pipe diameter one size, but
maintain a  inch (13mm) minimum diameter.
2. Check supply pressure and local code requirements
before preceding with work.
3. Pipe ttings must be considered when determining gas
pipe sizing.
4. For propane gas: Reduce pipe diameter one size, but
maintain a  inch (19mm) minimum diameter.
Table 5. Natural Gas and Propane,
Pipe Size Requirements.
Supply Pressure Natural Gas Propane Gas
Water Column in. mm in. mm
Minimum 6.5 165 11 279
See Rating Plate
Maximum 9 229 14 356
Table 6. Gas Supply Pressure Requirements.
MANUAL SHUT-OFF
VALVE
GAS
SUPPLY
INLET T-FITTING
3" (76 mm)
MIN.
UNION
NIPPLE
CAP
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2.9 Combined Space Heating/Potable
Water Heating Systems
2.9.1 Combined Space Heating
NOTE: These systems are not allowed in the
Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Piping and components connected to this water
heater for the space heating application shall be
suitable for use with potable water.
Toxic chemicals, such as used for boiler
treatment, shall not be introduced into the potable
water used for space heating. Do not use solder
containing lead in the potable water lines.
This water heater when used to supply potable
water shall not be connected to any heating system
or components(s) previously used with a non-potable
water heating appliance.
When the system requires water for heating
at temperatures higher than required for other
uses, an anti-scald mixing or tempering valve (see
Figure 25) shall be installed to temper the water
for those uses in order to reduce scald hazard
potential. Some jurisdictions may require a backow
preventer in the cold water line. In such cases, the
temperature and pressure relief valve may discharge
water due to expansion. A diaphragm type expansion
tank will normally eliminate this condition. Follow
the manufacturer's instructions for installation of the
expansion tank.
SECTION 3.
Operating Instructions
3.1 Normal Operating Sequence
NOTE: Safe lighting and other performance
criteria were met with the gas manifold and control
assembly installed on the heater during tests specied
in ANSI Z21.13.
11. Before operating the heater, test the complete gas
supply system and all connections for leaks using
a soap solution.
Caution
Since some leak test solutions (including soap and
water) may cause corrosion or stress cracking, rinse
the piping with water after testing.
2.7.2 Special Precautions
for Propane Gas
Liqueed petroleum (LP) gas is heavier than
air. Therefore, do not install heaters using LP gas in
a pit or locations where gas might collect. Locate
heaters a safe distance from LP gas storage and lling
equipment. Consult local codes and re protection
authorities about specic installation restrictions.
2.8 Electrical Wiring
WARNING
Electrically ground the heater in accordance with
the latest edition of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70. In Canada, use C22.1. Do not rely
on the gas or water piping to ground the metal
parts of the heater. Often, plastic pipe or dielectric
unions isolate the heater electrically. Service and
maintenance personnel who work on or around the
heater may be standing on wet oors and could be
electrocuted by an underground heater.
1. Check heater wiring and pump for correct
voltage, frequency, and phase. Check to make
sure heater is wired for 120 volts alternating
current (VAC). If 240 VAC, contact local factory
representative or Bradford White.
2. Wire the heater and pump exactly as shown in
the wiring diagram supplied with the heater.
See Figure 26 and 27 for a typical example of a
wiring diagram.
3. Electrically interlock the pump and heater so
the heater cannot come on unless the pump is
running.
4. Connect all eld-installed devices (draft
switches, relays, timers, outdoor temperature
reset devices, etc.) to the heater wiring at points
labeled Field Interlock (see Figures 26, 27, 28
and 29).
Figure 25. Installation of tempering valve.
Mixing Valve
Out —
Mixed Water
For Potable Use
Hot Water
From Water Heater
or Storage Tank
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Figure 26. Typical example of wiring schematic, System 1, Sizes 175-250.
IGNITION SYSTEM NO. 1 (SIZES 175-250)
W
3
W6
21
R
O
P
4
5Y
R
10
11
12
YTR
Y
TH
8
9
6
7
4
5
2
3
BR
BR
BR
R
R
R
115V
1
Y
R
24V
ON/OFF WITH EM2
R
4
65
3 2
G
1
W
BK
BK
BK
R
1
3
P
BK
BK
W
BL
13
2
BR
54
BR BK
BR
W
BK
BR
Y
T
A
B
O
FLOW
SWITCH
GAS VALVE
ALTERNATE WIRING FOR INDOOR INSTALLATION ONLY
PLUG
VENT DAMPER
VENT DAMPER
JUMPER
VENT DAMPER
RECEPTACLE
FUSIBLE
LINK
FIELD INTERLOCK
(REMOVE JUMPER
WHEN USED)
2 AMP
FUSE
HI-LIMIT
CONTROL
TEMP
RESET
MANUAL
STRIP
TERMINAL
TRANSFORMER
VENT DAMPER
ACTUATOR
M
VENT DAMPER
AND DRAFTHOOD
SWITCH, M. RESET
PILOT BURNER WITH
THERMOCOUPLE
SWITCH
POWER
LOW WATER
CUT-OFF (OPTIONAL)
GROUNDING
CONDUCTOR
PUMP
HOT
NEUTRAL
POWER SUPPLY
115/60HZ
PUMP
RELAY
BK
G
BK - BLACK
W - WHITE
R - RED
Y - YELLOW
BL - BLUE
BR - BROWN
O - ORANGE
G - GREEN
P - PURPLE
FACTORY WIRING
24V
115V
FIELD WIRING
24V
115V
IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE AS SUPPLIED
WITH THE HEATER MUST BE REPLACED, IT
MUST BE REPLACED WITH APPLIANCE WIRING
MATERIAL 105°C (220°F) OR ITS EQUIVALENT.
WHITE WIRES TO FUSIBLE LINK MUST BE
REPLACED WITH WIRE HAVING INSULATION
RATED AT 200°C (390°F). (AVAILABLE FROM
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115V
24V
TRANSFORMER
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
RR FUSE
2 AMP
FIELD INTERLOCK
(REMOVE JUMPER
WHEN USED)
Y
FLOW
SWITCH
STRIP
TERMINAL
Y
BR
BR
1
23
64
5
W
W
O
P
Y
R
VENT DAMPER
JUMPER
HI-LIMIT
RESET
MANUAL
RECEPTACLE
VENT DAMPER
1
23
64
5
R
G
WM
BK
ACTUATOR
VENT DAMPER
BK
BK
VENT DAMPER
PLUG
ALTERNATE WIRING FOR INDOOR INSTALLATION ONLY
VENT DAMPER
AND DRAFTHOOD
SWITCH, M. RESET
ON/OFF WITH EM2
IGNITION SYSTEM NO. 12 (SIZES 175-250)
BR
R
R
CONTROL
TEMP
LOW WATER
CUT-OFF (OPTIONAL)
BK
P 1 3
BR
2 4 5
Y
SENSOR
PILOT BURNER
WITH SPARK
ELECTRODE
SPARK
O
BR
Y
GAS VALVE
PV
MV/PV
MV
Y
O
LINK
FUSIBLE
W W
TR
TH-TR
GAS VALVE
ALTERNATE
TH
O
Y
BR
POWER
SWITCH
T
B3
RELAY
PUMP
A1R
W
BK BL
GROUNDING
BK
PUMP
BR
BR CONDUCTOR
POWER SUPPLY
115/60HZ
W
BK
NEUTRAL
HOT
W
W
BK
IGNITION
CONTROL
1 MV
2 MV/PV
3 PV
4 GND
5 24V (GND)
6 24V
7 TH-W
8 MV
9 SPARK
BK - BLACK
W - WHITE
R - RED
Y - YELLOW
BL - BLUE
BR - BROWN
O - ORANGE
G - GREEN
P - PURPLE
FACTORY WIRING
24V
115V
FIELD WIRING
24V
115V
Figure 27. Typical example of wiring schematic, System 12, Sizes 175-250.
IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE AS SUPPLIED
WITH THE HEATER MUST BE REPLACED, IT
MUST BE REPLACED WITH APPLIANCE WIRING
MATERIAL 105°C (220°F) OR ITS EQUIVALENT.
WHITE WIRES TO FUSIBLE LINK MUST BE
REPLACED WITH WIRE HAVING INSULATION
RATED AT 200°C (390°F). (AVAILABLE FROM
FACTORY).

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2 AMP
FUSE TRANSFORMER
MANUAL
RESET
HI-LIMIT
LOW WATER
CUT-OFF (OPTIONAL)
POWER
SWITCH HOT
115/60 HZ
POWER SUPPLY
PUMP GROUNDING
CONDUCTOR
NEUTRAL
TEMP
CONTROL
TERMINAL
STRIP
PUMP
RELAY
FIELD INTERLOCK
(REMOVE JUMPER
WHEN USED) FLOW
SWITCH
BK - BLACK
W - WHITE
R - RED
Y - YELLOW
BL - BLUE
BR - BROWN
O - ORANGE
G - GREEN
P - PURPLE
FACTORY WIRING
24V
115V
FIELD WIRING
24V
115V
GAS VALVE
PILOT BURNER WITH
THERMOCOUPLE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
RR
R
R
R
R
Y
Y
Y
Y
BK
BK
BK
BK
BR
BR
BR
BR
BR
BR
BR
O
W
W
W
W
BL
BK
P1 2 345
G
A
T
B
1
3
24V 115V
TH
TR
IGNITION SYSTEM NO. 1 (SIZES 325-400)
ON/OFF WITH Em2
IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE AS SUPPLIED
WITH THE HEATER MUST BE REPLACED, IT
MUST BE REPLACED WITH APPLIANCE WIRING
MATERIAL 105°C (220°F) OR ITS EQUIVALENT.
WHITE WIRES TO FUSIBLE LINK MUST BE
REPLACED WITH WIRE HAVING INSULATION
RATED AT 200°C (390°F). (AVAILABLE FROM
FACTORY).
Figure 28. Typical example of wiring schematic, System 1, Sizes 325-400

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IGNITION SYSTEM NO. 12 (SIZES 325-400)
ON/OFF WITH EM2
2 AMP
FUSE TRANSFORMER
LOW WATER
CUT-OFF (OPTIONAL)
POWER
SWITCH HOT
PUMP
RELAY
TERMINAL
STRIP
MANUAL
RESET
HI-LIMIT
TEMP
CONTROL
200°F MAX
FIELD INTERLOCK
(REMOVE JUMPER
WHEN USED)
PILOT BURNER
WITH SPARK
ELECTRODE
SENSOR
GAS VALVE
SPARK
FLOW
SWITCH
115V/60HZ
POWER SUPPLY
PUMP
NEUTRAL
GROUNDING
CONDUCTOR
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
BK - BLACK
W - WHITE
R - RED
Y - YELLOW
BL - BLUE
BR - BROWN
O - ORANGE
G - GREEN
P - PURPLE
FACTORY WIRING
24V
115V
FIELD WIRING
24V
115V
RR
24V 115V
BK BR
W
YY
W
R
R
R
BR
O
Y
BK BL
W
R
R
BR
BR
BR
Y
O
BR
BR BK
W
BK BK
W
G
Y
BR
O
Y
Y
P1 2 345
A
T
B
1
3
IGNITION
CONTROL
1 MV
2 MV/PV
3 PV
4 GND
5 24V (GND)
6 24V
7 TH-W
8 MV
9 SPARK
TH-TR
TR
TH
IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE AS SUPPLIED
WITH THE HEATER MUST BE REPLACED, IT
MUST BE REPLACED WITH APPLIANCE WIRING
MATERIAL 105°C (220°F) OR ITS EQUIVALENT.
WHITE WIRES TO FUSIBLE LINK MUST BE
REPLACED WITH WIRE HAVING INSULATION
RATED AT 200°C (390°F). (AVAILABLE FROM
FACTORY).
Figure 29. Typical example of wiring schematic, System 12, Sizes 325-400.