BTR TANK TYPE HEATERS
SERVICE HANDBOOK
A.O. Smith Water Products Service Handbook
Irving, Texas ©2000 Training Department
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Qualifications: Installation or service of this water heater requires ability equivalent to
that of a licensed tradesman in the field involved. Plumbing, air supply, venting, gas
supply and electrical testing skills are required.
Tools Required:
• Phillips head screwdriver
• standard screwdrivers
• a 3/8 and 7/16 inch open end wrench
• setofmarkeddrillbits
• an electrical multimetertester capable of measuring continuity
• gas pressure gauge or manometer (gauge - AOS pt. no. 8099-2)
• water pressure gauge (AOS pt. no. 4798)
• thermometer (AOS pt no. 4870 -range 0 - 220 degree F)
• 1/2 inch socket with extension for removalo fthe clean out cover,
• 1 1/16 inch socket with extension for anode removal.
MISC: TC-043 Revision1 vs. TC-043
Revision 1:
• Adds Additional model’s information.
• Adds cover statement this Handbook’s also a Service Handbook for many BTC Models.
• Includes Power vent kit information.
• Includes BTR/C-500 gas valve information.
• Updated Damper illustrations.
Revision2:
• Revised Part Numbers on Page 15
Revision 3:
• Adds information unique to the Efflkal damper equipped (Series 110, 111 and
Retrofit) models