Bradford White RE350T6-1NC Series Installation & Operating Instruction Manual

Bradford White RE350T6-1NC Series Installation & Operating Instruction Manual

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A Spanish language version of these instructions is available by contacting
the manufacturer listed on the rating plate.
La version espanola de estas instruccions se puede obtener al escribirle a la
fábrica cuyo nombre aparece in la placa de especificaciones.
INSTALLATION & OPERATING
THE WARRANTY ON THIS WATER HEATER IS IN EFFECT ONLY WHEN
THE WATER HEATER IS INSTALLED AND OPERATED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES AND THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
THE MANUFACTURER OF THIS HEATER WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
ANY DAMAGE RESULTING FROM FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE
INSTRUCTIONS. READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY
BEFORE STARTING.
For your family's comfort, safety and convenience, it is
recommended this water heater be installed and serviced by a
plumbing professional.
ELECTRIC WATER HEATER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
238-44422-00P REV 9/14

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  • Page 1 ELECTRIC WATER HEATER A Spanish language version of these instructions is available by contacting the manufacturer listed on the rating plate. La version espanola de estas instruccions se puede obtener al escribirle a la fábrica cuyo nombre aparece in la placa de especificaciones. INSTALLATION &...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information ............3 Installation ............... 4 Locating The Water Heater ......... 4 Water Connections ............6 Electrical Connections ..........13 General Operation ............14 Thermostat Adjustment ..........15 Maintenance ..............16 Notes ................19 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...
  • Page 3: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION This electric water heater’s design is certified by INTERTEK (ETL) and listed in accordance with UL 174. CETL listed in accordance with Canadian National Standard C22.2, No. 110-M90. Water heaters with a capacity of 19 gallons through 119 gallons are evaluated by INTERTEK in accordance with Part 280.707(d) (1) of HUD Mobile Home Construction and Safety Standards for Energy Efficiency.
  • Page 4: Installation

    General Information continued- A sacrificial anode is used to extend tank life. Removal of this anode, for any reason, 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.
  • Page 5 Locating The Water Heater continued- Some models are not equipped with a drain valve. For those models, install a drain tee in the cold water inlet as close as practical to the water heater. Water heater corrosion and component failure can be caused by the heating and breakdown of airborne chemical vapors.
  • Page 6: Water Connections

    Water Connections NOTE: BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE INSTALLATION, CLOSE THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY VALVE. After shutting the main water supply valve, 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 7 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 for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22, and the Standard...
  • Page 8 Water Connections continued- WARNING Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system served by this water heater that has not been used for a long period of time (generally two weeks or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable. To reduce the risk of injury under these conditions, it is recommended that the hot water faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before using any electrical appliance connected to the hot water system.
  • Page 9 Water Connections continued- This water heater can deliver scalding temperature water at any faucet in the system. Be careful whenever using hot water to avoid scalding injury. Certain appliances, such as dishwashers and automatic clothes washers, may require increased temperature water. By setting the thermostat on this water heater to obtain increased temperature water required by these appliances, you may create the potential for scald injury.
  • Page 10 Water Connections continued- Upright Models (See Figures 1A & 1B) The hot and cold water connections are identified on the top of the water heater (See figure 1A). For bottom inlet models (-503 models), the cold water inlet is located on the side of the drain valve (see figure 1B). Connect the hot and cold water lines to the installed nipples using unions.
  • Page 11 Water Connections continued- Utility Models (See Figure 2) All utility models are supplied with inlet and outlet nipples located in a plastic bag attached to the water heater. The hot and cold water locations are identified on the side of the water heater. Apply appropriate amount of thread sealant to the provided nipples and install nipples into the side of the tank.
  • Page 12 Water Connections continued- Table Top Models (See Figure 3) The hot water outlet and cold water inlet are identified on the back panel of the water heater. Referring to figure 3, remove the two screws that are holding the service access panel in place. Remove front panel for access.
  • Page 13: Electrical Connections

    Electrical Connections Before any electrical connections are made, be sure that the water heater is full of water and that the manual shut-off valve in the cold water supply line is open. Check the rating plate and wiring diagram before proceeding. This electric water heater was built and wired in accordance with the INTERTEK testing approvals requirements.
  • Page 14: General Operation

    GENERAL OPERATION Before closing the switch to allow electric current to flow to the water heater, make certain that the water heater is full of water and that the cold water inlet valve is open. Complete failure of the heating element(s) will result if they are not totally immersed in water at all times.
  • Page 15: Thermostat Adjustment

    Thermostat Adjustment CAUTION Before adjusting thermostat(s), turn off power supply to the water heater. The temperature of the water can be changed by adjusting the thermostat(s). Before any work is done on the water heater, disconnect all power to the water heater by opening the switch at the main electrical circuit breaker or fuse box.
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT The water heater should be inspected at a minimum of annually by a qualified service technician for damaged components. DO NOT operate this water heater if any part is found damaged. Shut off the electric power whenever the water supply to the water heater is off.
  • Page 17 Maintenance continued- 3. At least once a year, check the combination temperature and pressure relief valve to insure that the valve has not become encrusted with lime. Lift the lever at the top of the temperature-pressure relief valve several times until the valve seats properly without leaking and operates freely. WARNING When lifting lever of temperature-pressure relief valve, hot water will be released under pressure.
  • Page 18 Maintenance continued- Contact your local plumbing supplier or plumbing professional for replacement parts or contact the company at the address displayed on the rating plate of the water heater. For faster and better service, please provide the part name, model, and serial number(s) of the water heater(s) when ordering parts.
  • Page 19: Notes

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