Bradford White DS140S Installation And Operating Instruction Manual
Bradford White DS140S Installation And Operating Instruction Manual

Bradford White DS140S Installation And Operating Instruction Manual

Bradford white installation & operating instruction manual direct vent gas water heater ds140s & ds150s

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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.
WARNING:
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or death.
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 Bradford White water heaters to be installed and
serviced by a plumbing professional.
DIRECT VENT GAS WATER HEATER
DS140S & DS150S
INSTALLATION & OPERATING
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
If the information in these instructions is not
FOR YOUR SAFETY
238-41099-00J REV 12/03

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  • Page 1 For your family’s comfort, safety and convenience we recommend Bradford White water heaters to be installed and serviced by a plumbing professional. DS140S & DS150S INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR YOUR SAFETY 238-41099-00J REV 12/03...
  • Page 2 This installation, operation and instruction manual will explain in detail the installation and maintenance of your new Direct Vent Gas Water Heater. We at Bradford White strongly recommend that you contact a plumbing professional for the installation of this water heater.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION ... 4 INSTALLATION Locating The Water Heater ... 6 Minimum Clearances... 9 Optional Direct Vent-Air Intake Terminal Guard... 9 Venting ... 12 Horizontal and Vertical Vent-Air Intake Lengths ... 14 Vent-Air Intake System Installation... 17 Water Connections...
  • Page 4: General Information

    National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-Latest Edition) and/or in Canada CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes (Latest Editions). 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.
  • Page 5 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 is used to extend tank life. The removal of this anode, for any reason, will nullify the warranty.
  • Page 6: Installation

    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 freezing temperatures.
  • Page 7 Installation (Locating The Water Heater) continued- 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.
  • Page 8 This water heater must be located in an area where leakage of the tank or water line connections and 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, adequately drained, be installed under the water heater.
  • Page 9: Minimum Clearances

    The minimum clearances to combustibles for this water heater is: zero (0) inch (0 cm) from the sides and rear, four (4) inches (10.2 cm) from the front of the jacket, zero (0) inch (0 cm) from the plenum, zero (0) inch (0 cm) from the air intake elbow and telescopic tubes and twelve (12) inches (30.5 cm) from the direct vent-air...
  • Page 10 Installation (Minimum Clearances) continued- Figure 1...
  • Page 11 Installation continued- Figure 2 Figure 3...
  • Page 12: Venting

    Installation continued- VENTING This is a Direct Vent Gas Water Heater where all air for combustion is obtained from the outside atmosphere and all flue gases are discharged to the outside atmosphere. The vent-air intake system must be properly installed. Failure to properly install the vent-air intake system properly could result in property damage, personal injury or death.
  • Page 13 Installation (Venting) continued- (h) underneath a verandah, porch or deck, unless: (i) the verandah, porch or deck is fully open on a minimum of two sides beneath the floor, and (ii) the distance between the top of the vent-air intake termination and the underside of the verandah, porch or deck is greater than 12 in.
  • Page 14: Horizontal And Vertical Vent-Air Intake Lengths

    Installation (Venting) continued- The co-axial vent-air intake tubes of this water heater can be installed in any 360 configuration as long as the proper clearances for installation, plumbing, operation and servicing are maintained. (See Figure 5). Figure 5 Note: Maintain proper clearances for installation, plumbing, operation and service.
  • Page 15 Installation (Horizontal and Vertical Vent-Air Intake Lengths) continued- The water heater is shipped with the following standard vent and air intake system: 239-41097-00. The components of this vent and air intake systems is as follows: 3” Vent Tube* 5” Air Intake Tube* Vent Terminal Inner Wall Term.
  • Page 16 Installation (Horizontal and Vertical Vent-Air Intake Lengths) continued- Figure 6...
  • Page 17: Vent-Air Intake System Installation

    Loctite Ultra Blue 587 RTV Silicone sealant. A tube of Loctite Ultra Blue 587 RTV Silicone sealant is supplied with every direct vent water heater and each optional vent-air intake kit. Make sure that all joints are completely sealed.
  • Page 18 Installation (Vent-Air Intake System Installation) continued- 1. Measure the vertical height “Y” required in your installation. (See Figure 6). Reference the appropriate Table A to determine number of vent-air intake kits required in your installation. 2. Measure the horizontal length “X” required in your installation (See Figure 6).
  • Page 19 Installation (Vent-Air Intake System Installation) continued- The following instructions detail the installation of the standard horizontal vent-air intake kit supplied with the water heater. 5. Insert the straight end of the three (3) inch (7.6 cm) diameter elbow into the flue reducer until firmly seated and oriented in the correct direction.
  • Page 20 Installation (Vent-Air Intake System Installation) continued- 7. Extend the three (3) inch (7.6 cm) diameter telescopic tube to its maximum length and slide the backing plate over it. Place the large end of the three (3) inch (7.6 cm) diameter telescopic tube through the hole in the outside wall.
  • Page 21 Installation (Vent-Air Intake System Installation) continued- 8. Extend the five (5) inch (12.7 cm) diameter telescopic tube to its maximum length. Place the large end of the five (5) inch (12.7 cm) diameter telescopic tube over the collar on the outer wall mount plate. Drill three (3) 1/8 inch diameter holes, 120 diameter telescopic tube into the collar on the outer wall mount plate.
  • Page 22 Installation (Vent-Air Intake System Installation) continued- 9. From outside the building, slide the five (5) inch (12.7 cm) diameter telescopic tube through the opening in the wall until the outer wall mount plate is flush with the wall (See Figure 12). 10.
  • Page 23 Installation (Vent-Air Intake System Installation) continued- 11. From inside the building, slide the backing plate over the five (5) inch (12.7 cm) diameter telescopic tube until it is flush with the wall. Adjust the length of the five (5) inch (12.7 cm) diameter telescopic tube and insert the end into the flared end of the five (5) inch (12.7 cm) diameter elbow one (1) inch (2.5 cm) (or until seated).
  • Page 24 Installation (Vent-Air Intake System Installation) continued- 12. Mark the mounting screw hole locations for the backing plate. Rotate the backing plate in order to gain access to the markings. With a 3/16 inch diameter drill bit (not supplied), drill holes for the supplied wall anchors. Install the wall anchors and secure the backing plate to the wall with four (4) #10 x 1 inch screws (supplied) (See Figure 15).
  • Page 25: Water Connections

    The COLD water inlet and HOT water outlet are identified on the top of the water heater. The fittings at the cold water inlet and hot water outlet are dielectric waterway fittings with 3/4” NPT male thread. Make the proper plumbing connections between the water heater and the plumbing system to the house.
  • Page 26 DO NOT thread, plug or cap the discharge line. 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.
  • Page 27 MANUFACTURER FROM ANY CLAIM WHICH MIGHT RESULT FROM EXCESSIVE TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES. If this water heater is installed in a closed water supply system, such as the one having a back-flow preventer in the cold water supply, provisions shall be made to control thermal expansion.
  • Page 28 Installation (Water Connections) continued- and hot water in branch supply lines. Such valves are available from the manufacturer of this water heater or a local plumbing supplier. Please consult with a plumbing professional.
  • Page 29: Gas Connections

    (14.0) inches (3.5kPa) water column for natural gas and liquefied petroleum gases/propane gas. 1. Connect this water heater only to the type of gas (natural or propane gas) as shown on the rating plate. Use clean 1/2 inch black iron pipe.
  • Page 30: General Operation

    3. Open several hot water faucets to allow air to escape from the system. 4. When a steady stream of water flows from the faucets, the water heater is filled. Close the faucets and check for water leaks at the water heater drain valve, combination temperature and pressure relief valve and the hot and cold water connections.
  • Page 32: Thermostat Adjustment

    A licensed plumbing professional or local plumbing authority should be consulted. Note: This water heater is equipped with an energy cut out device to prevent overheating. Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn off the manual gas control valve to the appliance and call a qualified service technician.
  • Page 33: Burner Flame Checks

    General Operation continued- BURNER FLAME CHECKS At the time of installation and at periodic intervals (not more than six (6) months), a visual check of the pilot and main burner flames should be conducted. The flames should be similar to those pictured below. The main burner should light smoothly from the pilot.
  • Page 34: Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 35 Inspect the inner door gasket for wear and tear and replace if necessary. NOTE: It is imperative for proper operation of the water heater that the inner door be properly sealed. 7. At least once a year, check the combination temperature and pressure relief valve to insure that the valve has not become encrusted with lime.
  • Page 36 QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN. Contact your supplier or plumbing professional for replacement parts or contact the company at the address given on the rating plate of the water heater. Provide the part name, model and serial numbers of the water heater when ordering parts.
  • Page 37: Parts List

    Air Intake Tube Combustion Chamber Assembly Combination Gas Control w/E.C.O. Note: Provide the part name, model and serial numbers of the water heater when ordering parts. THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE KEPT WITH THE WATER HEATER Piezo Ignitor Assembly Drain Valve...
  • Page 38: Direct Vent Water Heater

    DIRECT VENT WATER HEATER...
  • Page 39: Vent-Air Intake Kits

    VENT-AIR INTAKE KITS...
  • Page 40: Heating

    2. Toxic chemicals, such as those used for boiler treatment, must not be introduced into potable water used for space heating; 3. This water heater must not be connected to an existing heating system or component(s) previously used with a non-potable water heating appliance;...

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