General Information; Installation; Locating The Water Heater - Bradford White 30S Installation & Operating Instruction Manual

General Information

Note: It is recommended that the installation and service of this water heater be
performed by a plumbing professional.
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 Fire
Protection Standard For Oil Burning Equipment NFPA No. 31 (latest edition). In
Canada the installation of this water heater shall be in accordance with the
regulation of authorities having jurisdiction and CSA STANDARD B139.
The warranty of this water heater is in effect only when the water heater is
installed, adjusted, and operated in accordance with these installation and
operating instructions.
DO NOT use this appliance if any part has been submerged in water. You should
contact the plumbing professional who installed the water heater to inspect the
appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any component which
has been submerged in water.
A sacrificial anode is used to extend tank life. The removal of this anode, for any
reason, will nullify the warranty. In areas where water is unusually reactive, an
odor may occur at the hot water faucet due to a reaction between the sacrificial
anode and the impurities in the water. If this should happen, an alternative anode
may be purchased from the supplier that sold you 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.

INSTALLATION

Locating the water heater

The location of this water heater is of the utmost importance. Before installing the
water heater, you should select a location where the floor is level and is easily
accessible to water supply lines as well as to a chimney or vent. DO NOT locate
the water heater where water lines could be subjected to freezing temperatures.
This water heater MUST be installed indoors out of the wind and weather.
To comply with NSF requirements this water heater is to be:
a) Sealed to the floor with sealant, in a smooth and easily cleanable way, or
b) Installed with an optional leg kit that includes legs and/or extensions that
provide a minimum clearance of 6" beneath the water heater.
Note: For California installation this water heater must be braced, anchored,
or strapped to avoid falling or moving during an earthquake. See
instructions for correct installation procedures. Instructions may be
obtained from California Office of the State Architect, 400 P Street,
Sacramento, CA 95814.
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