Bradford-White Corp 238-42498-00J REV 10/06 Maintenance, Internet Version for Reference Only

Internet Version for Reference Only

MAINTENANCE

WARNING

Water heaters are heat-producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury, do not store materials against the water heater or vent-air intake system. Use proper care to avoid unnecessary contact (especially by children) with the water heater and vent-air intake system. UNDER NO

CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, SUCH AS

GASOLINE OR PAINT THINNER BE USED OR STORED IN THE

VICINITY OF THIS WATER HEATER, VENT-AIR INTAKE SYSTEM

OR IN ANY LOCATION FROM WHICH FUMES COULD REACH THE

WATER HEATER OR VENT-AIR INTAKE SYSTEM.

IMPORTANT

The water heater should be inspected at a minimum annually by a qualified service technician for damaged components and/or joints not sealed. DO NOT operate this water heater if any part is found damaged or if any joint is found not sealed.

A qualified service technician should perform the following maintenance at the minimum periodic intervals suggested below. In some installations the maintenance interval may be more frequent depending on upon the amount of use and the operating conditions of the water heater. Regular inspection and maintenance of the water heater and vent-air intake system will help to insure safe and reliable operation.

1. Annually check the operation of the thermostat.

2. The flow of combustion and ventilation air MUST NOT be restricted. Annually inspect the direct vent-air intake terminal to insure it is not blocked or damaged. Clear the direct vent-air intake terminal openings of any dirt, dust, or other restrictions. WARNING! Certain areas of the direct vent-air intake terminal are HOT.

3. Annually inspect the vent-air intake system to insure that all components are securely fastened and all joints and seams are properly sealed.

4. At all times keep the water heater area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.

5. Bi-annually conduct a visual check of the main and pilot burner flames to determine that they are burning properly. See the information described previously under “BURNER FLAME CHECKS” in this Installation and Operating Instruction Manual. If sooting or other burner anomalies are evident, shut down the water heater by turning off the gas per the instructions listed in this manual or as listed on the water heater.

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