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Bradford-White Corp BMT2H Trouble Shooting, Resolving Lockouts, Delayed Ignition Possible Causes

Models: BMT2H BMT2V Hydronic Boiler, Water Volume Heater

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Brute Deluxe (500-2000)

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The Brute Deluxe has a pre-mixed burner system. These systems provide the burners with sufficient air for complete combustion, and black carbon sooting is seldom experienced. If sooting is suspected, view ports for inspection of the heat exchanger are provided on the right side of the boiler. They are located below the headers, and are accessed by opening the small round cover that is attached by one screw. In the unlikely event that there is a buildup of black carbon soot or other debris on the heat exchanger, clean per the following:

1.Disconnect the electrical supply to the unit.

2.Turn off the gas supply by closing the manual gas valve on the heater.

3.Disconnect and remove the wires, conduit and sensors from all components that are attached to the inlet/outlet header.

4.Isolate the heat exchanger from the water supply.

5.Disconnect the header flanges from the inlet and outlet.

6.Allow the heat exchanger to drain. Remove the front cover(s) by removing the rubber access strip(s) and the retaining screws. Remove the venting and remove the top, by removing the screws that attach the top to the side panels. Remove the side panels. Remove the front lower panels sealing the combustion area. To remove the gas train, disconnect the unions located below the intermediate pan and the field installed union located outside the cabinet, and pull up, bringing the union end connectors through the grommets in the intermediate pan. To remove the intermediate pan, remove the slide out control assembly and blower(s) to reveal the screws. Remove the screws holding the intermediate pan, and lift up to remove it. The heat exchanger has integral metal sections attached, which connect to the frame of the boiler. Locate and remove the screws along the front, rear and bottom of the integral metal sections, and remove the heat exchanger and metal sections by lifting up. On the larger appliances, a center heat exchanger support must be unbolted before it can be removed.

7.Remove the heat exchanger from the unit. Note: The heat exchangers are heavy and may require two people to remove to avoid personal injury.

8.Clean the heat exchanger: A light accumulation of soot or corrosion on the outside of the heat exchanger can be easily removed. Use a wire brush to remove loose soot and scale from the heat exchanger. Do not use water or compressed air for cleaning.

9.Note: While the heat exchanger is out of the unit, inspect the firewall refractory insulation. Replace if necessary.

10.Inspect the inside of the copper tubes for scale buildup. Scale can build up on the inner surface of the heat exchanger tubes, which can restrict water

flow. If the tubes show signs of scaling, clean the internal surface. offers a tube cleaning kit, part number R0010000.

11.Reassemble in the reverse order, and check appliance operation after start-up.

NOTE: The Warranty does not cover damage caused by lack of required maintenance, lack of water flow, or improper operating practices.

SECTION 8.

Trouble Shooting

8.1 Resolving Lockouts

There are many causes of lockouts. The three most common causes are: (1) inadequate gas supply, (2) poor combustion, (3) ignitor failure.

1.Inadequate gas supply: Before proceeding, ensure that the gas supply has not been shutoff or the LP tank (LP boilers) is not empty. Then, restart the boiler and observe the operational cycle. After a 15-second fan pre-purge, the ignitor will heat up for 20 seconds, and then the unit will light. If it does not, check the gas supply pressure to the appliance, after resetting the appliance and attempting another start-up. The gas pressure to the appliance must be above 5" W.C. (1.2kPa) throughout the entire start-up cycle. If it is not, correct the supply problem (check gas valves or supply piping). If the supply pressure is adequate, consult the factory for assistance.

2.Poor combustion: Poor combustion should be suspected if there is a strong flue gas odor. The odor may result from an improper gas/air ratio (high or low O2 or CO2). Brute Deluxe appliances operate best with 45% excess air (8% CO2 on natural gas, 9.2% CO2 on LP). Check the CO2 of the appliance and adjust if necessary.

3.Ignitor failure: If the boiler goes through a normal start cycle but combustion does not occur, ignitor failure should be suspected. Check the ignitor by unplugging the ignitor plug and measuring the ignitor resistance. It should be 50-80 ohms at room temperature. If the resistance is not 50-80 ohms, replace the ignitor. If the resistance is correct, reset the boiler and check for 120 VAC at the ignitor plug during the start cycle. If there is no voltage, replace the faulty ignitor wire harness or the ignition control.

8.2 Delayed Ignition — Possible Causes

A defective burner can cause a delayed ignition. If the gas supply pressure is proper and the gas valves are functioning properly, then burners should be inspected. There should be no distortion or perforations in the burners outside of the active burner port area. Replace if indicated.

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