Bradford-White Corp PE4403S*F(BN,SX), PE4503*F(BN,SX), PE440T*F(BN,SX) How to Use this Manual

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How to Use this Manual

How to Use this Manual

This manual serves as a supplement to the Defender Atmospheric service manual, p/n 238-44943-00. Please refer to the Defender Atmospheric service manual for all features on this water heater that are consistent with a Defender (standard) Atmospheric water heater.

It is intended for this manual to be used by qualified service personnel for the primary purpose of troubleshooting and repair of the Bradford White Programmable Efficiency water heaters. Understanding the sequence of operation section of this manual will contribute greatly to troubleshooting the water heater.

The Honeywell WV4460E Electronic Gas Control will display error codes in the event of abnormal operation. Diagnostic codes are listed in the troubleshooting chart beginning on page 13 of this service manual. The troubleshooting chart will also indicate the probable cause for the diagnostic code and direct the service professional to a service procedure to properly diagnose the abnormal operation.

Contact the Bradford White technical support group immediately if diagnosis cannot be made using the methods described in this service manual.

Tools Required for Service

Manometer: A liquid “U” tube type or a digital (magna-helic) type can be used. This device is used to measure gas and/or air pressure and vacuum.

Multi-Meter:A digital type is strongly recommended. This device is used to measure electrical values. The meter you select must have the capability to measure volts AC, volts DC, amps, micro-amps and ohms.

Electronic Probes: In some cases, standard multi-meter probes will damage or simply not be effective to obtain certain voltage and ohm reading. It will be necessary to have special electronic “pin” type multi-meter probes. These probes are available at most electronic wholesale outlets.

Thermometer: Used to measure water temperature. An accurate thermometer is recommended.

Water Pressure Gage: Used to measure water supply pressure. Also used to determine tank pressure by adapting to the drain valve of the heater.

Gas Control Service Tool: BWC p/n 239-45991-00. A specialized tool designed to remove the gas control from the thermal well. Available from your Bradford White parts supplier and is supplied with replacement gas controls.

Various Hand Tools: Pipe wrench, channel locks, open end wrenches (3/8", 7/16", 1/2"), 12" crescent wrench, Allen wrench set, screw drivers (common & Phillips), 1/4" nut driver, pliers (common & needle nose), socket set, side cutters, wire cutters, wire strippers, wire crimpers, torpedo level, small shop vac, step ladder, flashlight, and 5 gallon pail.

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Contents Service Manual Table of Contents Page Page Bradford White Defender Safety System IntroductionHow to Use this Manual How to Use this ManualSpecifications SpecificationsControl Timings Normal Heating Sequence Power Up SequenceSequence of Operation Relay EnergizedNormal Heating Sequence cont’d Abnormal Operation cont’d Temperature Sensor Fault Safety Circuit FaultTrial for Ignition Fault Abnormal Operation cont’d Flame Sensing Fault Troubleshooting LED Status Control Status Probable Cause Service ProcedureTroubleshooting Gas Valve / Control Model LED Status Accessory Module Probable Cause Burner Maintenance Burner Cleaning ProcedureBurner Inspection Unscrew the burner from the main burner orifice Burner Cleaning Procedure cont’d Pilot Inspection, Testing, and ReplacementPilot Maintenance Pilot Inspection, Testing, and Replacement cont’dThermal Well Testing Thermal Well Testing Thermal Well Testing cont’dDetermine Water Temperature Inside Tank Determine Tank Temperature Determine Water Temperature Inside Tank cont’dSensor Resistance at Various Temperatures Component Disassembly Gas Control & Thermal Well Removal From Water HeaterGas Control Removal Gas Control Removal From Thermal WellGas Control Assembly to the Thermal Well Gas Control Removal From Thermal Well cont’dGas Control Assembly Gas Control Assembly to the Thermal Well cont’dFlammable Vapor Sensor Testing Relay Replacement Flammable Vapor Sensor TestingFlammable Vapor Sensor Testing cont’d VAC Circuit TraceRelay Replacement Relay Replacement cont’dCommon Terms Common TermsParts List Part Name and DescriptionParts@bradfordwhite.com Techserv@bradfordwhite.com

PE4403S*F(BN,SX), PE440T*F(BN,SX), PE4503*F(BN,SX), PE2XR504T*F(BN,SX) specifications

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