Bradford White GAS-FIRED WATER HEATER User manual

238-44219-00G REV 05/07
A Spanish language version of these instructions is available by contacting
the company listed on the rating plate.
La version espanola de estas instrucciones se puede obtener al escribirle
a la fabrica cuyo nombre aparece en la placa de especificaciones.
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 neighbor’s
phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
For your family’s comfort, safety and convenience, we
recommend this water heater be installed and serviced by a
plumbing professional.
GAS-FIRED WATER HEATER
INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTION MANUAL
For Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant System
Equipped Water Heater
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable,
combustible, or corrosive vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or death.

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CONGRATULATIONS!
You have just purchased one of the finest water heaters on the market
today!
This installation, operation and instruction manual will explain in detail
the installation and maintenance of your new Flammable Vapor Ignition
Resistant Gas Water Heater. We strongly recommend that you contact a
plumbing professional for the installation of this water heater.
We require that you carefully read this manual, as well as the enclosed
warranty, and refer to it when questions arise. If you have any specific
questions concerning your warranty, please consult the plumbing
professional from whom your water heater was purchased. For your
records we recommend that you write the model, serial number and
installation date of your water heater in the maintenance section in the
back of this manual.
This manual should be kept with the water heater.
Special Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant System:
This water heater is equipped with a Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant System.
In the event of improper usage or storage of gasoline or other flammable materials
in the location where the water heater is installed, the technology will resist ignition
of the flammable vapors outside the confines of the water heater.
The Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant System features:
• Advanced Flame Arrestor Design.
• Re-settable Thermal Switch to prevent burner/pilot operation with
restricted airflow.
• Piezo Igniter
• Sight Window to observe operation of pilot and burner.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: Activation of the Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant
System occurs when flammable vapors are drawn into the water heater and are
combusted. If flammable vapors are detected:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; Do not use any phone in your building.
• Leave the premises and immediately call the fire department from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the fire department’s instructions.
Once the flammable vapor has been evacuated, contact your plumbing
professional or the manufacturer for further instructions. Replacement of a
Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant System equipped water heater due to a
flammable vapor shutdown is not covered under the terms of the limited warranty.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS page
GENERAL INFORMATION............................................................ 4
INSTALLATION ............................................................................. 6
Locating The Water Heater.................................................... 6
Minimum Clearances.............................................................. 9
Venting..................................................................................... 10
Combustion Air Supply.......................................................... 11
Water Connections................................................................. 13
Gas Connections.................................................................... 16
GENERAL OPERATION................................................................ 17
Lighting and Shutdown Instructions.................................... 18
Thermostat Adjustment ......................................................... 19
Burner Flame Check............................................................... 20
MAINTENANCE............................................................................. 21
INSTALLATION DRAWING FOR POTABLE WATER.................. 24
PARTS LIST DRAWING................................................................ 25
PARTS LIST................................................................................... 26
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR POTABLE WATER AND
SPACE HEATING.......................................................................... 27
NOTES........................................................................................... 28

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GENERAL INFORMATION
This gas-fired water heater is design certified by CSA International under the
applicable American National Standard, Z21.10.1 or CSA 4.1-(as indicated on
the rating plate), available from CSA International, 8501 East Pleasant Valley
Road, Cleveland, OH U.S.A. 44131-5575.
This water heater must be installed in accordance with local codes. In the
absence of local codes, it must be installed in compliance with the National
Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1-Latest Edition), or in Canada CAN/CGA B149.1
Natural Gas Installation Code (Latest Edition) or CAN/CGA B149.2 Propane
Installation Code (Latest Edition). The warranty for this water heater is in
effect only when the water heater is installed, adjusted, and operated in
accordance with these Installation and Operating Instructions. The
manufacturer will not be liable for any damage resulting from alteration and/or
failure to comply with these instructions.
This water heater is not design certified for installation in a mobile home.
Such an installation may create a hazardous condition and will nullify the
warranty.
This water heater has been designed and certified for the purpose of heating
potable water. The installation and use of this water heater for any purpose
other than the heating of potable water may cause damage to the water
heater, create a hazardous condition, and nullify the warranty.
Do not use this appliance if any part has been submerged in water.
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to
replace any part of the control system and any gas control, which has been
under water. Depending upon the individual circumstances, it may be
necessary to replace the entire water heater.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable, combustible, or
corrosive vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
CAUTION
Incorrect operation of this appliance may create a hazard to life and
property and will nullify the warranty.
DANGER

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General Information continued-
This water heater has been manufactured for operation at altitudes from sea
level to 2000 feet (610m) (unless otherwise specified on the water heater
rating plate). For use of this appliance at an elevation greater than 2000 feet
(610m), contact the dealer or manufacturer listed on the rating plate for
information on any necessary modification. Uncorrected operation of this
appliance may create a hazard to life and property.
Make sure that you check the rating plate and combination gas control on the
water heater to be certain that the type of gas being supplied corresponds
with the marking on the rating plate and combination gas control.
A sacrificial anode is used to extend tank life. The removal of this anode, for
any reason, will nullify the warranty. In areas where water is unusually active,
an odor may occur at the hot water faucet due to a reaction between the
sacrificial anode and the impurities in the water. If this should happen, an
alternative anode may be purchased from the supplier that installed this water
heater. This will minimize the odor while protecting the tank. Additionally, the
water heater should be flushed with appropriate dissolvers to eliminate any
bacteria.
IMPORTANT
Before proceeding, please inspect the water heater and components for
possible damage. DO NOT install any damaged components. If damage
is evident then please contact the supplier where the water heater was
purchased or the manufacturer listed on the rating plate for replacement
parts.