Bradford-White Corp 500-1825 warranty General Information, Introduction, Heater Identification

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B4 Volume Water Heater

SECTION 1.

General Information

1.1Introduction

This manual provides information for the

installation and operation of Bradford White volume water heaters. It is strongly recommended that all application and installation procedures be reviewed completely before proceeding with the installation. Consult the Bradford White factory, or local factory representative, with any problems or questions regarding this equipment. Experience has shown that most problems are caused by improper installation.

Some accessory items are shipped in separate packages. Verify receipt of all packages listed on the package slip. Inspect everything for possible damage upon delivery, and inform the carrier of any shortages or impairments. Any such claims should be filed with the carrier. The carrier, not the shipper, is responsible for shortages and damage to the shipment whether visible or concealed.

WARNING

All volume water heaters must be installed in accordance with the procedures outlined in this manual. The warranty does not apply to heaters not installed or operated in accordance with these procedures. Consult local building and safety codes before proceeding with work. The installation must conform to the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction or, in the absence of such requirements, to the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code; ANSI Z223.1, National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 and/or in Canada CSA B149.1 requirement.

When required by the authority having jurisdiction, the installation must conform to the Standard for Controls and Safety Devices for Automatically Fired Boilers, ANSI/ASME CSD-1. Any modification to the water heater, its gas controls, gas orifices, wiring or

draft diverter may void the warranty. If field conditions require such modifications, consult factory.

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1.2Heater Identification

Consult rating plate on the heater. The following

example simplifies the heater identification.

1.Basic heater model.

2.Input rate X 1000 BTU/hr.

3.Indoor (I) or Outdoor (E) installation.

4.Gas type: Natural (N) or Propane (P).

5.Ignition system: I.I.D. (09) or continuous pilot (16).

6.Firing rate: On/Off (C), 2-stage (K), 4-stage (L).

Bradford White commercial water heaters are available in two models: an indoor version and an outdoor version. Both are available from the factory (see Figure 1).

1.3Flow Requirements

For proper operation, all low volume hot water

heaters must have continuous flow through the heat exchanger when firing. The system pump must be capable of developing sufficient pressure to overcome the resistance of the heater plus the entire circulating system at the designed flow rate.