A.O. Smith BFC -100, BFC - 80 service manual 11.1, Procedure to check pressures

Models: BFC - 80 BFC -100

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1.supply pressure test nipple

2.burner pressure test nipple

3.burner pressure regulator

4.burner pressure control cap

5.burner pressure control adjusting screw

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Preparation

To check the supply pressure and burner pressure, proceed as follows:

1.Isolate (10.3 "Electrically isolating the appliance") the water heater from the power supply.

2.Undo the screws of the plastic covers.

3.Carefully remove the covers from the top of the appliance. The electrical section is now visible.

3.11.2Procedure to check pressures

1.There are two test nipples on the gas control:

-a supply pressure nipple (1)

-a burner pressure nipple (2)

Sealing screws are located inside the test nipples. Loosen both sealing screws by a few turns. Do not completely loosen them; they can be difficult to re-tighten.

2.Connect a pressure gauge to the burner pressure nipple (2).

3.Open the gas supply and vent the gas supply line with the supply pressure nipple (1).

4.Connect a pressure gauge to the supply pressure nipple (1) when gas starts to flow from this nipple.

5.Switch on the power to the appliance using the isolator on the appliance.

6.Switch the electronic controller ON by setting the 0/I switch to position I.

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A.O. Smith BFC -100, BFC - 80 service manual 11.1, Procedure to check pressures

BFC - 80, BFC -100 specifications

A.O. Smith is a renowned name in the water heater industry, and its BFC series, which includes the BFC-100 and BFC-80 models, exemplifies their commitment to innovation and efficiency. These units are designed to meet the demanding needs of both residential and commercial applications, providing reliable hot water solutions.

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