Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product EFTM Bradford White
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Internet Version for Reference Only ULTRA HIGH EFFICIENCY COMMERCIAL GAS WATER HEATER (EF™ Series Models) - Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance - WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS • Do not try to light any appliance.
Internet Version for Reference Only SECTION I: IMPO RTANT INFORMATION n j ur y hazards. Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death, serious injury or subs tantial property damage .
Internet Version for Reference Only DANGER DO NOT sto re or use gas oline or ot her flam mable, com bustible, or c orrosive v apors and/ or liquids i n the vicini ty of this or any other appliance. DO NOT instal l any damaged ve nting syst em com ponents.
Internet Version for Reference Only WARNING This water he ater needs fres h air for safe operation an d must be inst alled so there are provisio ns for adequat e combustion and ventilatio n air. Insufficient air supply w ill cause a recirculation of co mbustion products resultin g in contamination that may be hazardous to life.
Internet Version for Reference Only SECTION II: SPECIFICATIONS Figure 1. Dimensional Layout Recovery GPH At Degree Rise DIMENSIONS ( INCHES ) Model No. Input Rate BTU/h 1st Hr. Del. Gal. At 100°F Rise 40°F 100°F 140°F Stg. Cap. U.S. Gal. Therm. Eff.
Internet Version for Reference Only SECTION III: GENERAL INFORMATION FEATURES This water heater contains t he following feat ures: MAIN POWER O N/OFF SWITCH – The front panel of this wat er heater has a lighted ON/OFF switch, which is illuminated when the main power is turned on to indicate power to the water heater.
Internet Version for Reference Only TEMPERATURE AN D PRE SSURE RELIEF VALVE – pu s no ! CONDENSA TE DRAIN - The water heater should either be raised several inches above the floor on a concrete slab or use a low profile conden sate pump to allow free drainage of condens ate from the elbow drain fitting.
Internet Version for Reference Only Figure 2. Condensa te Elbow Wi th Trap CLEANOUT – All models are equipped with a cleanout opening to aid in removal of hard water deposits from the tank bottom.
Internet Version for Reference Only SECTION IV: INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS This water heater must be located in an area where leaka g e of the tank, water line connections, or the combination temperatu re and pressure relief valve will not result in damage to the ar ea ad j acent to the water heater or to low er floors of the structure.
Internet Version for Reference Only UNPACKING INSPECT SHIPME NT carefully f or any signs of dama ge. 1. All equ ipment is carefully manu factured, inspected and pac ked. 2. Any cl aims for damage or sh ortage in s hipment m ust be filed im mediat ely with Brad ford White C orporation and noted on t he Bill of La ding.
Internet Version for Reference Only Figure 3b. Recommended Minimum Clearances For Service Access REMOVE CRATE 1. Remove all banding an d pry of f crate sides carefully so as not to dam age the water heater. 2. Carefu lly roll/lift the water heater from the crate base.
Internet Version for Reference Only DANGER Temperature setting shoul d not exceed safe temperatur e at fixtures. See water tem perature control warning on page 1 6. If higher pre heat temperat ures are necessary to obtain adequate booster ou tput, add an anti-scald valve for hot water supplied to fixtures.
Internet Version for Reference Only 3. If the water heater is installed as a direct vent (outsi de air piped directly to the water heater), then addition al opening, other than the op ening for the air intake, are no t required. However, adequate ventilatio n air must be provided in all cases to preven t increased room temperature.
Internet Version for Reference Only Figure 6. Typical Two Water Heater Connection Figure 7. Typical Three Water Heate r Connection Figure 8. Typical Four Water Heater Connection 14.
Internet Version for Reference Only SECTION V: WA TER CONNECTIONS WARNING Failure to install and maintain a new, listed temperature an d pressure relief valve will release the manufactu rer from any claim, which might res ult from ex cessive temperature and press ures.
Internet Version for Reference Only The following chart details the relationship of water temperature and time with regard to scald injury an d may be used as a guide in determinin g the safest water temperature for your app lications.
Internet Version for Reference Only Figure 11. Typical Plumbing Sc hematic for Zoned He ating SECTION VI: VENTING WARNING The vent system must be properl y installed. Failure to properly inst all the vent sy stem could res ult in property damage, pe rso nal injury, or death.
Internet Version for Reference Only CAUTION Check to make sure flue gases do n ot recirculate into the air intake termina l when using direct venting. If the water heater is havi ng service iss ues, flue reci rculation m ay be a cont ributing fact or.
Internet Version for Reference Only Figure 12a. Vent Terminal Clearances (Other than Direct Vent or “Power Vented” Installati ons) Canadian Installations 1 US Installations 2 Canadian Installation.
Internet Version for Reference Only Figure 12b. Direct Vent Terminal Clearances Canadian Installations 1 US Installations 2 Canadian Installations 1 US Installations 2 A= Clearance above grade, verand.
Internet Version for Reference Only The vent system m ust terminate so that proper clearances are mainta ined as cited in local codes or the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code , ANSI Z223.
Internet Version for Reference Only 2. Use the prop er PVC cement to secure the 90° exhaust vent and air intake terminals provided with the water heater to the plastic pipes. T he distance between th e back edge of the 90° exhaust vent termi nal and the exterior wall (see Figure 13) m ust be 6 inches (12.
Internet Version for Reference Only Figure 14. Typical Vertical Di rect Vent System Installation Through The Wal l Venting Wit h Low Ground Cleara nce: When venting cannot ex it through the wall at a h eight greater than or equal to 12” (30.
Internet Version for Reference Only Max imu m Ve nt Le ngt h: Direct Vent Maximum Vent Length (Combine d Maximum Length for Intake and Exhaust) Model Number Max Vent Le ngth (feet) 3" PVC, CPVC, .
Internet Version for Reference Only NOTICE This unit ca n be vente d using onl y PVC (C lass 160, AS TM D-2241 Schedule 40, ASTM D-1 785; or Cellular Core Sch edule 40 DWV, ASTM F-891), Schedule 40 CPVC (ASTM F-411), or A BS (ASTM D-2661) pipe. The fittings, other than the TERMINATIONS should be equivale nt to PVC- DWV fittings meeting ASTM F-2665.
Internet Version for Reference Only Figure 16. Typical Horizo ntal Power Vent System Vertical Installation: Vertical venting must be supported ever y 5 feet of vertical run and ever y 3 feet of horizontal run of ven t pipe length. Stress levels in the pipe and fittings can be significantly in creased by improper installation.
Internet Version for Reference Only Follow the following procedure to v ent through the roof: 1. Cut the necessary holes through the roof and ceiling 2. Install the exhaust vent and air i ntake plastic pipes as sh own in Figu re 17. Ma ke sure that t he installat ion meets the local codes and/or The National Fuel Gas Co de ANSI Z223.
Internet Version for Reference Only Figure 18. Vent Terminal (Low Gr ound Clearance) Maximum Vent Length Determination Power Vent Maximum Vent Length Model Number Max Vent Len gth (feet) 3" PVC, .
Internet Version for Reference Only MULTIPLE INTAKE/EXHAUST TERMINAL SEPARATION DISTANCES Note: When installing multiple in take/exhaust ter minals on the same wall of a building, the nearest intake terminal must be at le ast 5 feet from the nearest exhaust term inal.
Internet Version for Reference Only CONCENTRIC VENT TERMINAL IN STALLATION PROCEDURE WARNING Improper inst allati on, adjustment, servi ce, or ma intenance can cause pr operty dam age, personal i njury, or deat h. Consult a qualified i nstaller, service agency, or the gas supp lier for info rm ation or assistance.
Internet Version for Reference Only Figure 21. Rain Cap to Small Vent Pipe Ass’y 5. In stall concentric Y fitting and pip e assembly through the structure’s ho le and field-supplied roof boot/flashing. Do not allow i nsulation or other m aterials to accumulate insi de pipe asse mbly whe n install ing through the hole.
Internet Version for Reference Only NOTICE Position termination where v ent vapors will not damage plants/sh rubs or air conditioning equipment . Position termination where vent vapors will not be adversely affected by wind condition. Position termination where it will not be damaged or be subjected to foreign objects.
Internet Version for Reference Only INITIAL PREPARATION 1. Make sure the solvent cem ent you are planni ng to use is designed for the specific a pplication you are attempting. 2. Know the physical and chemical characteristics and lim ita tions of the PVC, PVC cellular core, ABS or CPVC piping materials th at you are about to use.
Internet Version for Reference Only CAUTION The water heater and individ ual shutoff valve m ust be di sconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of t he system at test press ures in excess of ½ psi (3.
Internet Version for Reference Only SECTION VIII: ELEC TRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING Turn off or disconnect the electrical pow er supply to the water heater before se rvicing. Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing co ntrols. Wiring errors can cause impro per and dange rous operation .
Internet Version for Reference Only SECTION IX: OPER ATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Water heaters are heat-producin g appliances. To avoid damage or injury ther e must be no materials stored again st the .
Internet Version for Reference Only LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Figure 26. Lighting Instruction Label TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT The temperature selector knob of the therm o stat has been adjusted to 12 0°F when shipped from the factory.
Internet Version for Reference Only Condensation does not mean your tank is leaking. Most of reported tank leak s on installation are proven to be condensation. To avoi d unnecessary inconvenience an d expe nse, m ake sure the tank is leaking before calling an independent servicin g contractor or qualified service professional.
Internet Version for Reference Only SECTION X: MAINTENANCE DANGER DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR GAS VALVE. DO NOT ATTEM PT TO REPAIR IGNITION M ODULE. DO NOT ATTE MPT TO REPAIR VENTUR I. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THERMOSTAT BOARD. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR TRANSFORMER.
Internet Version for Reference Only DRAINING WATER HEATER The water heater m ust be drained if it is to be shut down and expose d to freezing tem perat ures. Maintenance a nd service procedures may also re quire draining the water heate r. 1. Turn off the water heater electrical disconnect switch.
Internet Version for Reference Only ANODE INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT This water heater is equipped with multiple sacrificial anod es. Anodes protect the glass-line d tank from corrosi on by sacrificing themselves through electrolysis. When the anode material is co nsumed, there is no m o re protection and corrosion of the tank accelerat es.
Internet Version for Reference Only Figure 28. Powered Anode locations DRAIN VALVE AN D TANK ACCESS PANEL The water heaters a re equipped with a ¾ inch drain valve. An access panel covers t he cleanout openi ng in th e tank, which is sealed by a gasket a nd cover.
Internet Version for Reference Only COMBUSTION SYSTEM INSPECTION Inspect the operation o f the com bustion system monthly. Us e the following procedure to in spect the combustion system . 1. Turn off the main power switch of the water heater. 2. Adjust the thermostat to the Min.
Internet Version for Reference Only SECTION XII: PARTS LIST Customer must specify complete model number and serial number when ordering service parts. EF™ – Series Water Heater 1 Combustion Surrou.
Internet Version for Reference Only 1 Combustion Surround Ass'y AA Keeper Latch & Catch BB Screw 8-32 x 1/2 RHCR CC Ignition Control Ass'y DD Jacket Head 28 1/4" Grey EE Switch Main.
Internet Version for Reference Only 2 Combustion Ass'y (pictured previous page) 1A Combustion Ass’y (Specify model) 15A Gasket Blower Transition (Specify model) 2A Blower/Gas Valve Ass’y (Spe.
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