A.O. Smith BT180, BT-100 User Manual

APPROVAL RATINGS AND CERTIFICATION

All models comply with ANSI Z21.10.3 CGA4.3
All models comply with ASHRAE/IES 90.1 b-1992.
C.E.C. California Energy Commission

FEATURES

80% thermal efficiency and standby energy losses approximately
one half of comparable standard atmospheric models

INDUCED DRAFT BUILT-IN BLOWER - Blower comes factory

mounted and wired to the top cover with 6 foot power cord.
Ideal for Installations where negative pressure in the building is
present. Blower proves draft prior to ignition. No drafthood or
barometric damper required.

METAL VENTING - Category I appliance, uses standard metal

single wall or “B” type vent. Can be commonly vented with other
Category I appliances. Vent connects directly to the blower outlet.

JACKET - Heavy gauge steel with baked enamel finish over a

bonderized undercoat.

FOAM INSULATION - saves fuel, helps reduce standby heat

loss.

INDUCED DRAFT COMMERCIAL GAS TANK

TYPE

WATER HEATERS BTI 80-100

GLASS LINED TANK - Glass specifically developed by A.O.

Smith for water heaters, is permanently fused to steel, providing
years of corrosion protection and dependable use.

HONEYWELL SMARTVALVE'f“ - Integrated control module and

gas valve, this control monitors all critical water heater functions
including temperature (up to 180°F, 82.2°C) main valve operation,
blower operation, energy cut-out, and hot surface igniter. The
diagnostic LED enables a technician to quickly and easily
service the system and verify safe and efficient operation.

ANODE - CoreGuard long-life, stainless steel core anode rods.

BURNER - Heavy duty cast Iron burner. Available in both natural

and propane gas.

FULLY TESTED FOR SAFETY AND PERFORMANCE - Design

ciassified by Underwriters Laboratory for 180°F hot water service.

Meets rigid requirements of the National Sanitation Foundation
when equipped with the optional leg kit. Certified for use on
combustible flooring.

EASY INSTALLATION - All components are factory assembled

and 100% tested prior to shipment. Only gas, water, electrical
and venting connections need to be made. No major field
adjustments are required for proper operation. Includes T&P valve
and drain valve.

EASY CLEANING - Hand hole cleanout allows easy cleaning.

Limited Warranty

If the tank should leak any time during the first three years, under

the terms of the iimited warranty, A. O. Smith wiil furnish a

replacement heater; installation, labor, handling and local delivery
extra. THIS OUTLINE IS NOT A WARRANTY. For complete
information, consult the written warranty or A. O. Smith Water

Products Company.

OPTIONAL LEG KIT - Meets NSF Standard 5 with leg kit

#6280-4 BTI 80 & 100 .

July 2000

Warranty does not apply to product installed outside of the United
States of America or its territorial possessions and Canada.