Bradford White C-SW2-504T10FBN, C-SW2-75T10BN Installation Manual
GAS-FIRED WATER HEATER
A Spanish language version of these instructions is available by
contacting the company listed on the rating plate.
La version Espanola de estas instrucciones se puede obtener al escribirle
a la fabrica cuyo nombre aparece en la placa de especificaciones
INSTALLATION &
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
OPERATING
WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or death.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable, combustible, or
corrosive 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.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any
phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone.
Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
For your family’s comfort, safety and convenience, we recommend this water
heater be installed and serviced by a plumbing professional.
238-47759-00K REV 5/18
CONGRATULATIONS!
You have just purchased one of the finest water heaters
on the market today!
This installation, operation and instruction manual will
explain in detail the installation and maintenance of your
new Gas Water Heater. We strongly recommend that you
contact a plumbing professional for the i nstallation of this
water heater.
We require that you carefully read this manual, as well as
the enclosed war r anty, and refer to it whe n questions
arise. If you have any specific questions concerning
your warranty, please consult the plumbing professional
from whom your water heater was purchased. For your
records we recommend that you write the model, serial
number and installation date of your water heater in the
maintenance section in the back of this manual.
This manual should be kept with the water heater.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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GENERAL INFORMATION ........................................................... 4
INSTALLATION ............................................................................ 5
Locating The Water Heater ................................................... 5
Minimum Clearances ............................................................. 8
Venting ................................................................................... 9
Combustion Air Supply ......................................................... 10
Water Connections ................................................................ 12
Gas Connections ................................................................... 15
GENERAL OPERATION ............................................................... 16
Lighting and Shutdown Inst r uct ions ................................... 17
Thermostat Adjustment ........................................................ 19
Burner Flame Check .............................................................. 21
MAINTENANCE ............................................................................ 22
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ..................................................... 25
PARTS LIST AND DRAWING ....................................................... 27
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR PO TABLE WATER AND
SPACE HEATING ......................................................................... 28
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CAUTION
Incorrect operation of this appliance may create a hazard to life and
property and will nullify the warranty.
WARNING
Prior to connect ing t he gas supply line t o a gas f ired w ater h eater ,
appliances.
DANGER
Do not st ore or use gasoline or other f lammable, com bustible, or
appliance.
GENERAL INFORMATION
This gas-fired water heater is design certified by CSA International under the
applicable American National Standard, Z21.10.1 or Z21.10.3-(as indicated on
the rating plate), or CSA 4.1-(as indicated on the rating plate), available from
CSA International, 8501 East Pleasant Valley Road, Cleveland, OH U.S.A.
44131-5575.
This water heater must be installed in accordance with local codes. In the
absence of local codes, it must be installed in compliance with the National
Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1-Latest Edition), or in Canada CAN/CGA B149.1
Natural Gas Installation Code (Latest Edition) or CAN/CGA B149.2 Propane
Installation Code (Latest Edition). The warranty for this water heater is in
effect only when the water heater is installed, adjusted, and operated in
accordance with these Installation and Operating Instructions. The
manufacturer will not be liable for any damage resulting from alteration and/or
failure to comply with these instructions.
This water heater is not design certified for installation in a mobile home. Such
an installation may create a hazardous condition and will nullify the warranty.
This water heater has been designed and certified for the purpose of heating
potable water. The installation and use of this water heater for any purpose
other than the heating of potable water may cause damage to the water
heater, create a hazardous condition, and nullify the warranty.
ensure that t he gas supply line does not have moist ure/water or
dirt/ scale inside the gas line. Commonly t his check is done at t he
low est point in t he gas distribut ion syst em prior t o gas burning
Do not use this appliance if any external part to the tank has been submerged
in water. You should contact a qualified service technician to inspect the
appliance and to replace any part of the control system including the
combination gas control which has been submerged in water. See the Gas
Connections section of this manual before servicing or replacing a water
heater that has had any external part to the tank submerged in water.
corrosive vapors and liquids in the vicinit y of t his or any ot her
IMPORTANT
Before proceeding, please inspect the water heater and components for
possible damage. DO NOT install any damaged components. If damage is
evident then please contact the supplier where the water heater was
purchased or the manufacturer listed on the rating plate for replacement
parts.
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WARNING
This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of
California to cause c ancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm.
WARNING
Water heaters are heat producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury
INTAKE SYSTEM.
General Information continued-
This water heater has been manufactured for operation at altitudes from sea
level to 2000 feet (610m). For use of this appliance at an elevation greater
than 2000 feet (610m), contact the dealer or manufacturer listed on the rating
plate for information on any necessary modification. Uncorrected operation of
this appliance may create a hazard to life and property.
Make sure that you check the rating plate and combination gas control on the
water heater to be certain that the type of gas being supplied corresponds with
the marking on the rating plate and combination gas control.
A sacrificial anode(s) is used to extend tank life. Removal of any anode, for
any reason, except for inspection and/or replacement, will nullify the warranty.
In areas where water is unusually active, an odor may occur at the hot water
faucet due to a reaction between the sacrificial anode and impurities in the
water. If this should happen, an alternative anode(s) may be purchased from
the supplier that installed this water heater. This will minimize the odor while
protecting the tank. Additionally, the water heater should be flushed with
appropriate dissolvers to eliminate any bacteria.
Locating the Water Heater
INSTALLATION
there must be no materials stored against the water heater or vent-air
intake system and proper care must be taken to avoid unnecessary
contact (especially by children) with the water heater and vent-air intake
components. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL FLAMMABLE
MATERIALS, SUCH AS GASOLINE OR PAINT THINNER TO 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
This water heater MUST be installed indoors out of the wind and
weather.
This water heater MUST NOT be installed in any location where gasoline
or flammable vapors are likely to be present, unless the installation is
such to eliminate the probable ignition of gasoline or flamm able vapors.
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Installation (Locating The Water Heater) continued-
WARNING
Liquefied petroleum gases/propane gases are heavier than air and will
DO NOT OPERATE APPLIANCE UNTIL LEAKAGE IS CORRECTED!
Water heaters in residential garages must be installe d so that all
burner(s) and burner ignition device(s) are located not less than 18
inches (45.7 cm) above the floor and be located, or protected, to avoid
physical damage. For other installations refer to local codes. In the
absence of local codes, the water heater must be installed in compliance
with the National Fuel Gas Code, (ANSI Z223.1- Latest Edition), or i n
Canada CAN /CGA B149.1 Natural Gas Installation Code (Latest Edition)
or CAN/CGA B149.2 Pr op ane Installation Code (Latest Edition).
The location of this water heater is of the utmost importance. Before installing
this water heater, you should read the Installation section of these instructions.
After reading these Installation and Operating Instructions, select a location for
the water heater where the floor is level and is easily accessible to gas and
water supply lines. DO NOT locate the water heater where water lines
could be subjected to free zing temperatures. Make sure the cold water
pipes are not located directly above the gas contr o l so that condensate
during humid weather does not drip on the controls.
Not e : For Ca lif ornia insta llation this w at er heater must be braced,
anchored, or stra pped t o av oid f alling or moving during an e art hquak e.
See inst ruct ions f or correct insta llat ion procedures. I nst ruct ions may be
obtained from DSA Headquarters Off ice, 1 10 2 Q St reet, Suite 5100,
Sacramento, CA 95811.
Water heater corrosion and component failure can be caused by the heating
and breakdown of airborne chemical vapors. Examples of some typical
compounds that are potentially corrosive are: spray can propellants, cleaning
solvents, refrigerator and air conditioning refrigerants, swimming pool
chemicals, calcium and sodium chloride, waxes and process chemicals.
These materials are corrosive at very low concentration levels with little or no
odor to reveal their presence.
remain at floor level if there is a leak. Basements, crawl spaces, closets
and areas below ground level will serve as pockets for accumulation of
leaking gas. Before lighting, smell all around the appliance area for gas.
Be sure to smell next to the floor.
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any telephone in your
building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s telephone.
Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
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Installation (Locating The Water Heater) continued-
WARNING
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT ANY GAS APPLIANCE IF YOU ARE
professional for more information.
NOTE: DAMAGE TO THE WATER HEATER CAUSED BY EXPOSURE TO
CORROSIVE VAPORS IS NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. DO NOT
OPERATE THE WATER HEATER IF EXPOSURE HAS OR WILL OCCUR.
DO NOT STORE ANY POTENTIALLY CORROSIVE COMPOUNDS IN THE
VICINITY OF THE WATER HEATER.
NOT CERTAIN OF THE FOLLOWING:
• Liquefied petroleum gases/propane gas and natural gas have an
odorant added by the gas supplier that aids in detection of the gas.
• Most people recognize this odor as a “sulfur” or “rotten egg” smell.
• Other conditions, such as “odorant fade” can cause the odorant to
diminish in intensity, or “fade”, and not be as readily detectable.
• If you have a diminished sense of smell, or are in any way unsure of
the presence of gas, immediately contact your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s telephone.
Gas detectors are available. Contact your gas supplier or plumbing
Proper venting practices must be considered when selecting a location for this
water heater. For exact venting specifications, please consult the Venting
section, of these Installation and Operating Instructions.
This water heater must be located in an area where leakage of the tank, water
line connections, or the combination temperature and pressure relief valve will
not result in damage to the area adjacent to the water heater or to lower floors
of the structure. When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan
must be installed under the water heater. The drain pan must have a
minimum length and width of at least 4 in. (10.2 cm) greater than the diameter
of the water heater and must not restrict proper combustion air flow to the
water heater. The drain pan, as described above, can be purchased from your
plumbing professional. The drain pan must be piped to an adequate drain.
The piping must be at least 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) in diameter and pitched for
proper drainage.
It is recommended that a minimum clearance of four (4) inches (10.2 cm) be
provided on the side of the water heater for servicing and maintenance of the
combination temperature and pressure relief valve.
To comply with NSF requirements t his w at er heater is to be:
a) Sealed to the fl o or wit h seal ant, i n a smo o th an d easil y c lean ab le
way , or
b) Installed w it h an optional leg kit that inc ludes legs and/or
ext ensions t hat prov ide a minimum clearance of 6’’ b eneath the
water heater .
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Minimum Clearances
WARNING
Failure to adhere to these installation and operating instructions
warranty.
may create a ha zard to life and property a n d will nullify the
This installation must allow access to the front of the water heater and
adequate clearance must be provided for servicing and operating this water
heater. The water heater may be installed on either a combustible or noncombustible floor. If the water heater is to be installed directly on carpeting, it
must be installed on top of a metal or wood panel (or equivalent) extending
beyond the full width and depth of the appliance by at least three (3) inches
(7.6 cm) in any direction or, if the appliance is to be installed in an alcove or
closet, the entire floor must be covered by the panel, increase distances to
provide clearance for servicing. If the rating plate or the label on the front
of the water heater specifies minimum clearances less than those listed
in the below table, the water heater may be installed in accordance with
the minimum clearances listed on the rating plate or the label on the
front of the water heater.
If it is necessary to install this water heater in an alcove, use the clearances
listed in the following table and Figure 1.
Minimum Clearances From
Combustible Materials
For Alcove Installation
A 6” (0.0cm)
B 6” (0.0cm)
C 16” (40.6 cm)
VENT 6” (15.2cm)
Figure 1
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Venting
WARNING
The venting system must be installed properly following all local codes
personal injury, or death.
WARNING
Carefully inspect the venting system of a replacement water heater installation
be securely fastened with screws and fit tightly together. Inspect the venting
latest edition), or in Canada, the Natural Gas and
“Procedure to Be Followed to Place Equipment in Operation”.
or in the absence of local codes, the latest edition of the National Fuel
Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1- latest edition), or in Canada, The Natural Gas
and Propane Installation Code (B149.1-00 latest edition). Failure to
properly install the venting system could result in property damage,
before connecting to the venting system. All joints in the vent connector must
system for signs of deterioration (rust and perforation) and replace any sections
that are not in good condition.
The chimney must be lined and in good condition. Check to make sure the
venting system is properly sized for the water heater. If the venting system was
previously sized for another gas appliance that has been removed, the venting
system may now be too large. Refer to the latest edition of the National Fuel
Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1Propane Installation Code (B149.1-00 latest edition) for the correct sizing of
venting systems and common venting with another gas appliance.
Do not vent this water heater into the venting system of another gas appliance
designed to vent under positive pressure.
The water heater should be installed as close as practical to the venting system
to minimize the vent connector length required. Refer to local codes for the
distance limitations on vent connector lengths.
At the completion of the water heater installation, the burner and venting
system must be checked for proper operation with all other commonly vented
appliances in operation. Check for spillage of flue products around the outside
relief opening of the drafthood after several minutes of operation. The flame
from a match should be drawn into the drafthood. Do not use the water heater
or connected equipment if spillage is detected until the problem is corrected.
Refer to the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, or in Canada, the
Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code for complete details on the
This water heater has been shipped with a draft diverter for which it was designed with
reference to the horizontal and vertical planes, its certified category I, per latest ANSI
Z 21.10.3-2015.CSA 4.3-2015 revision. Refer to the latest edition of the National Fuel
Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1-latest edition), or in Canada, the Natural Gas and Propane
installation Code (B149.1-00 latest edition). If removed, the draft diverter must be
replaced in the same position and secured to the jacket top by which it was installed.
This water heater must be connected to a lined masonry chimney or venting system
approved by local codes or ordinances. The vent connector used to attach the draft
diverter outlet to the chimney or approved vent must be of the same diameter as the
draft diverter outlet or larger. For proper venting in certain installations, a larger vent
connector may be needed. Consult venting tables in ANSI standard (Z223.1-or latest
edition), National Fuel Gas Code and CAN/CGA (B149.1 or B149.2-latest editions)
Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, or local code officials for proper
application for your area.
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