Bradford White URG2PDV50H6N Manual

Bradford White URG2PDV50H6N Manual

Power vent gas water heater

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POWER VENT GAS 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.
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 this water heater be installed and serviced by a
plumbing professional.
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
If the information in these instructions is not
FOR YOUR SAFETY
238-51010-00A REV 11/14

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  • Page 1 POWER VENT GAS 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 AND OPERATION INSTRUCTION MANUAL If the information in these instructions is not...
  • Page 2 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 Power Vent Gas Water Heater. We strongly recommend that you contact a plumbing professional for the installation of this water heater.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS page GENERAL INFORMATION ..............INSTALLATION.................. Locating the Water Heater ............Minimum Clearances ..............Venting ..................Vent Pipe Preparation and Joining ..........19 Combustion Air Supply .............. 21 Water Connections ..............23 Gas Connections ................. 26 Electrical Connections ..............27 Wiring Diagram..............
  • Page 4: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION This gas-fired water heater’s design is certified by CSA International under the American National Standard Z21.10.1, CSA 4.1-M, Z21.10.3 and CSA 4.3 most current editions at the time of manufacture. This water heater must be installed in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-Latest Edition) and/or in Canada CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes (Latest Editions).
  • Page 5: Installation

    General Information continued- IMPORTANT Before proceeding, please inspect the water heater and its components for possible damage. DO NOT install any water heater with 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.
  • Page 6 Installation (Locating The Water Heater) continued- The location of this water heater is of the utmost importance. Before installing this water heater, 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.
  • Page 7 Installation (Locating The Water Heater) continued- WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT ANY GAS APPLIANCE IF YOU ARE NOT CERTAIN OF THE FOLLOWING:  Liquefied petroleum gases/propane gas and natural gas have an odorant added by the gas supplier that aids in the detection of the gas.
  • Page 8: Minimum Clearances

    Minimum Clearances WARNING Failure to adhere to these installation and operating instructions may create a hazard to life and property and will nullify the warranty. 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.
  • Page 9 Venting continued- Canadian US Installations Installations Clearance above grade, veranda, 12 inches 12 inches porch, deck or balcony (30 cm) (30 cm) Clearance to window or door that may 12 inches 4 feet (1.2 m) below or be opened (30 cm) to the side of opening;...
  • Page 10 U.S. and Canada. Complete instructions for the approved venting systems can be found on the Bradford White website, bradfordwhite.com or by calling the Technical Service Department at:800-334-3393. WARNING The approved polypropylene venting system Instruction Supplement listed on the Bradford White website for each manufacturer’s venting system must be...
  • Page 11 Venting continued- NOTICE For installations in Canada, field supplied vent piping must comply with CAN/CGA B149.1 (latest edition) and be certified to the Standard For Type BH, Class II, 65°C, Gas Venting Systems, ULC S636. Components of this listed system shall not be interchanged with other vent systems or unlisted pipe/fittings.
  • Page 12 Venting continued- Venting System Condensation Condensate formation does not occur in all installations of power vented water heaters, but should be protected against on installations where condensation can form in the venting system. Formation of condensation in the venting system of Power Vented water heaters is dependent upon installation conditions including, but not limited to: ambient temperature and humidity of installation location;...
  • Page 13 Venting continued- TABLE 1 - VENT CONNECTOR LENGTHS FOR 3 inch (7.6 cm) DIAMETER VENT PIPE Terminating # of Maximum straight Minimum Elbows Length ft (m) straight (excl. Length ft (m) 55 and 75 gal. vent term) Through the Wall 45 (13.7) 2 (.6) Through the Wall...
  • Page 14 Venting continued- CONNECTION TO 3” (7.6 CM) CONNECTION TO A 3” (7.6 CM) TO VENT PIPE 4” (10.2 CM) REDUCER Figure 2 IMPORTANT All of the Venting connections must be leak checked with a soap and water solution upon initial start up of the water heater. Any leaks must be repaired before continuing operation of the water heater.
  • Page 15 Venting continued- THROUGH THE WALL VENTING: (HORIZONTAL VENTING) Cut a 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm) diameter hole in the wall at the point where the vent connector is going to pass through the wall. Use the proper cement to secure the 90°...
  • Page 16 Venting continued- THROUGH THE ROOF VENTING: (VERTICAL VENTING) Cut the necessary holes through the roof and ceiling and install the vent connector as shown in Figure 4. Make sure that the installation meets the local codes and/or The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 (Latest Edition) or CGA/CAN B149 Installation Code (latest edition).
  • Page 17 Venting continued- THROUGH THE WALL VENTING WITH LOW GROUND CLEARANCE: When venting cannot exit through the wall at a height greater than or equal to 12 inches (30.5 cm) above the ground, or anticipated snow level, the installation must be modified as shown below (see Figure 5). Refer to Table 3 for maximum venting lengths using 3 inch (7.6 cm) vent pipe or Table 4 for maximum lengths using 4 inch (10.2 cm) vent pipe.
  • Page 18 Venting continued- TABLE 3 3 inch (7.6 cm) VENT CONNECTOR LENGTHS FROM INSIDE WALL FOR LOW GROUND CLEARANCE INSTALLATIONS Terminating # of Max Straight Elbows Length ft (m) straight (excl. Length 55 and 75 gal. ft (m) vent term.) 30 (9.1) 5 (1.5) (2) 90...
  • Page 19: Vent Pipe Preparation And Joining

    Vent Pipe Preparation and Joining Most failures in vent systems result from improper preparation and joining of pipe and fittings. The guidelines below must be followed when installing the venting system. If you have any question about the application or installation of the venting system, contact the vent pipe manufacturer, supplier, or your plumbing professional.
  • Page 20 Vent Pipe Preparation and Joining continued- d) Cementing must be done quickly to avoid over-drying before joining. Apply one coat to the outside end of the pipe at a width slightly greater than the depth of the socket. ii) Apply a coat around the inside of the fitting socket. iii) Apply a second coat around the end of the pipe.
  • Page 21: Combustion Air Supply

    Combustion Air Supply WARNING Liquefied petroleum gases/propane gas are heavier than air and will 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.
  • Page 22 Installation (Combustion Air Supply) continued- All Air From Inside the Building: The confined space must be provided with two permanent openings communicating directly with an additional room(s) of sufficient volume so that the combined volume of all spaces meets the criteria for an unconfined space.
  • Page 23: Water Connections

    Water Connections NOTE: BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE INSTALLATION, CLOSE THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY VALVE. After shutting off the main water supply, open a faucet to relieve the water line pressure to prevent any water from leaking out of the pipes while making the water connections to the water heater.
  • Page 24 Water Connections continued- WARNING For protection against excessive temperatures and pressure, install temperature and pressure protective equipment required by local codes, but not less than a combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials as meeting the requirements of the Standard for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANS Z21.22 or the Standard CAN1-...
  • Page 25 Water Connections continued- WARNING Hydrogen gas can be produced in an operating water heater that has not had water drawn from the tank for a long period of time (generally two weeks or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable. To prevent the possibility of injury under these conditions, we recommend the hot water faucet to be open for several minutes at the kitchen sink before you use any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot...
  • Page 26: Gas Connections

    Gas Connections The gas supply lines must meet all requirements of 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 minimum permissible gas supply pressure for the purpose of input adjustment is 1 inch (0.25 kPa) water column above the operating manifold pressure.
  • Page 27: Electrical Connections

    Gas Connections continued- 3. While checking for leaks care must be taken to prevent solution from contacting the electrical connections at the control. If electrical connections at the control become wet, they must be thoroughly dried before attempting to operate the water heater. Electrical Connections All electrical wiring and connections must be in accordance with the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA No.
  • Page 28: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram Figure 6...
  • Page 29: General Operation

    GENERAL OPERATION WARNING Water heaters are heat producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury 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 system. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES MUST FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, SUCH AS GASOLINE OR PAINT THINNER BE USED OR STORED IN THE VICINITY OF THIS WATER HEATER, VENT-AIR INTAKE SYSTEM OR IN...
  • Page 30: Lighting And Shutdown Instructions

    Lighting and shutdown instructions...
  • Page 31: Thermostat Adjustment

    Thermostat Adjustment The thermostat dial is adjusted to approximately 120°F (49°C) when shipped from the factory. When adjusting the thermostat, it should be remembered that lower temperature settings are more energy efficient. To adjust the thermostat turn the dial clockwise until the minimum acceptable temperature is set. It is suggested that the starting point setting not exceed the 120°F (49°C) or “HOT”...
  • Page 32: Burner Flame Check

    Burner Flame Check Steel Burner: These models are equipped with self-adjusting air mixture and do not have an adjustable air shutter (See Figure 8). At periodic intervals a visual check of the main burner and pilot flames should be made to determine if they are burning properly.
  • Page 33: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WARNING Water heaters are heat producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury 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 system. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES MUST FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, SUCH AS GASOLINE OR PAINT THINNER BE USED OR STORED IN THE VICINITY OF THIS WATER HEATER, VENT-AIR INTAKE SYSTEM OR IN...
  • Page 34 Maintenance continued- 5. Annually remove the inner door and main burner assembly to clean orifices and related parts of any dirt or other foreign material. Inspect the burner ports for obstructions or debris and clean with a wire brush as needed. Wire brush and/or vacuum clean the combustion chamber as needed to remove scale deposits and debris.
  • Page 35 Maintenance continued CAUTION FOR YOUR SAFETY, DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIR OF COMBINATION GAS CONTROL, BURNERS OR GAS PIPING. REFER REPAIRS TO A 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 36: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING LED Status Control Status Probable Cause None (LED not on or  Electrical power not  Control power switch in “OFF” position.Supply  flashing)  present.  voltage interuppted.  Stand‐by mode,  One short flash every  Thermostat is  Temperature demand is satisfied (no call for heat).  four seconds  satisfied (no faults).  Alternates bright and  Thermostat calling  Tank temperature below set point of thermostat.  dim (Heartbeat)  for heat (no fault).  1. Unstable pilot.  2. Pilot tube block or restricted.  Short flash once  3. Oxidation build up on pilot electrode.  Weak pilot signal on  every second  last call for heat.  4. Wire damage to pilot assembly or bad  connection  at gas valve.  Short flash once  Idle remote  1. Control put in idle or Sabbath mode from  every two seconds  command off  accessory module  Pressure switch not  1. Pressure switch tubing kinked or blocked.  Two flashes, three ...
  • Page 37 Troubleshooting continued- LED Status Control Status Probable Cause 1. Unstable pilot.  Pilot flame  2. Pilot tube blocked or restricted.  Six flashes‐three  extinguished.  3. Oxidation build up on pilot electrode.  flashes, three second  System resets after 5  4. Wire damage to pilot assembly or bad  pause (Soft lockout)  minutes.  connection at gas valve.  5. Insufficient combustion air.  Six flashes‐four  Undesired‐false pilot  flashes, three second  flame sensed.  Pilot valve stuck in open position.  pause (Soft lockout)  System auto resets.  1. Flammable vapor present  2. Flammable vapor sensor exposed to excessive  Flammable vapor  moisture  Seven flashes, three  sensor fault detected,  3. Flammable vapor sensor exposed to extreme  second pause  see warning label  ambient temp  4. Simulated resistive device removed or out of range  (if applicable).  Flammable vapor  Eight flashes‐one flash,  sensor out of  1. Flammable vapor sensor out of specification ...
  • Page 38: Parts List And Drawing

    PARTS LIST DRAWING (ACTUAL WATER HEATER VISUAL REPRESENTATION MAY VARY) PART NAME AND DESCRIPTION 1. Blower Assembly 11. Inner Door (Left) 2. Pressure Switch (not shown) 12. Inner Door (Right) 3. Blower temp. switch (not shown) 13. Screw (Inner Door) 4.
  • Page 39: Space Heating

    THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOR INSTALLATION OF: GAS WATER HEATERS SUITABLE FOR WATER (POTABLE) HEATING AND SPACE HEATING 1. All piping components connected to this water heater for space heating applications must be suitable for use with potable water. In Massachusetts, space heating piping length must not exceed 50 feet.
  • Page 40: Notes

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