Bradford-White Corp BWCH, BWCV warranty General Information, Introduction, Model Identification

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SECTION 1.

General Information

USING THIS MANUAL – Because the Copper Brute II Boilers and Copper Brute II Water Heaters are identical appliances, with the exception of materials of manufacture, labels and ultimate use application, this manual provides information for the proper installation, operation and maintenance of both products. Where differences exist between the application of the appliances and their operation, the sections pertinent to only one appliance or the other will be so identified.

In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, this appliance must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter.

WARNING

The Copper Brute II hydronic, boiler or water heater must be installed in accordance with the procedures detailed in this manual, or the Bradford White warranty may be voided. The installation must conform to the requirements of the local jurisdiction having authority, and, in the United States, to the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54. In Canada, the installation must conform to the latest edition of the Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1 and/ or local codes. Where required by the authority having jurisdiction, the installation of Copper Brute

IIappliances must conform to the Standard for

Controls and Safety Devices for Automatically Fired Boilers, ANSI/ASME CSD-1. Any modifications to the boiler, its gas controls, or wiring may void the warranty. If field conditions require modifications, consult the factory representative before initiating such modifications.

1.1Introduction

This manual provides information necessary

for the installation, operation, and maintenance of Bradford White Corp, Copper Brute II copper tube appliances. Read it carefully before installation.

All application and installation procedures should be reviewed completely before proceeding with the installation. Consult the Bradford White factory, or local factory representative, with any issues or questions regarding this equipment. Experience has shown that most operating issues are caused by improper installation.

The Copper Brute II appliance is protected against over pressurization. A pressure relief valve is fitted to all appliances. It is installed on the outlet header, at the water outlet of the appliance.

IMPORTANT: The inlet gas pressure to the appliance must not exceed 13" w.c. (3.2kPa).

All installations must be made in accordance with:

1)In the U.S., the " National Fuel Gas

Code"ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54, Latest Edition and all applicable local codes as required by the Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), or

2)In Canada, the "Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code", CSA B149.1, latest edition and all applicable local codes as required by the AHJ.

All electrical wiring is to be done in accordance with: 1). In the U.S., the "National Electrical Code"

(NEC), ANSI/NFPA 70, latest Edition and all applicable local codes as required by the AHJ, or

2). In Canada, the “Canadian Electrical Code

-Part 1”, CSA STD. C22.1 and all applicable local codes as required by the AHJ.

This appliance must be electrically grounded in accordance with the applicable codes and standards referenced above.

1.2Model Identification

Consult the rating plate on the unit. The

following information describes the model number structure.

1 2 3

B W C

4	5	6	7	8	9	10		11		12	13	14	15	16
							A		C		2

SERIES

B W C

USAGE

H

V

SIZE

0	5	0	0
0	7	5	0
1	0	0	0
1	2	5	0
1	5	0	0
1	7	5	0
2	0	0	0

FUEL	ALTITUDE	LOCATION
N	A	C

P

FIRING

MODE

K(500/750)

N(1000)

L(1250-2000)

REVISION

2

HEAT	OPTIONS	PUMP
EXCHANGER	CODE	OPTIONS
B	X	X
C	J	H
K	L	N
N		S
P
S