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Bradford White RE380T6 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.
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
INSTALLATION & OPERATION
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
238-44422-00U REV 5/18

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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 .......... 14 General Operation ........... 15 Thermostat Adjustment ........16 Maintenance ............17 Notes ..............20 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...

  • Page 3: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION This electric w ater heater’ s design is certified by INTERTEK (ETL) and listed in accordance w ith UL 174. CETL listed in accordance w ith Canadian National Standard C22.2, No. 110-M90. Water heaters w ith a capacity of 19 gallons through 119 gallons are evaluated by INTERTEK in accordance w ith 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(s) is used to extend tank life. Removal of any anode, except for inspection and/or replacement, w ill nullify the w arranty. In areas w here w ater is unusually active, an odor may occur at the hot w ater faucet due to a reaction betw een the sacrificial anode and impurities in the w ater.
  • Page 5 Locating The Water Heater continued- Some models are not equipped w ith a drain valve. For those models, install a drain tee in the cold w ater inlet as close as practical to the w ater heater. Water heater corrosion and component failure can be caused by the heating and breakdow n of airborne chemical vapors.
  • Page 6 See instructions for correct installation procedures. Instructions may be obtained from DSA Headquarters Office, 1102 Q Street, Suite 5100, Sacramento, CA 95811...

  • Page 7: Water Connections

    Water Connections NOTE: BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE INSTALLATION, CLOSE THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY VALVE. After shutting the main w ater supply valve, open a faucet to relieve the w ater line pressure to prevent any w ater from leaking out of the pipes w hile making the w ater connections to the w ater heater.
  • Page 8 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 9 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 10 Water Connections continued- This w ater heater can deliver scalding temperature w ater at any faucet in the system. Be careful w henever using hot w ater to avoid scalding injury. Certain appliances, such as dishw ashers and automatic clothes w ashers, may require increased temperature w ater.
  • Page 11 Water Connections continued- Upright Models (See Figures 1A & 1B) The hot and cold w ater connections are identified on the top of the w ater heater (See figure 1A). For bottom inlet models (-503 models), the cold w ater inlet is located on the side of the drain valve (see figure 1B). Connect the hot and cold w ater lines to the installed nipples using unions.
  • Page 12 Water Connections continued- INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR INLET/OUTLET PIPE INSULATION & TEMPERATURE/PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE INSULATION If included, install 2 ft. pipe insulation over both cold and hot outlet pipes. If included, install temperature & pressure relief valve insulation over temperature & pressure relief valve. Note: The water heater may only have one T&P location.
  • Page 13 Water Connections continued- Lowboy Models (See Figures 2A & 2B) The hot and cold w ater connections are identified on the top of the w ater heater (See figure 2A). For bottom inlet models (-503 models), the cold w ater inlet is located on the side of the drain valve (see figure 2B). Connect the hot and cold w ater lines to the installed nipples using unions.
  • Page 14 Water Connections continued- Utility Models (See Figure 3) All utility models are supplied w ith inlet and outlet nipples located in a plastic bag attached to the w ater heater. The hot and cold w ater locations are identified on the side of the w ater heater. Apply appropriate amount of thread sealant to the provided nipples and install nipples into the side of the tank.

  • Page 15: Electrical Connections

    Electrical Connections Before any electrical connections are made, be sure that the w ater heater is full of w ater and that the manual shut-off valve in the cold w ater supply line is open. Check the rating plate and w iring diagram before proceeding.

  • Page 16: 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 17: Thermostat Adjustment

    Thermostat Adjustment CAUTION Before adjusting thermostat(s), turn off power supply to the water heater. The temperature of the w ater can be changed by adjusting the thermostat(s). Before any w ork is done on the w ater heater, disconnect all pow er to the w ater heater by opening the sw itch at the main electrical circuit breaker or fuse box.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT The w ater heater should be inspected at a minimum of annually by a qualified service technician for damaged components. DO NOT operate this w ater heater if any part is found damaged. Shut off the electric pow er w henever the w ater supply to the w ater heater is off.
  • Page 19 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 w ith lime. Lift the lever at the top of the temperature- pressure relief valve several times until the valve seats properly w ithout leaking and operates freely.
  • Page 20 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 w ater heater. For faster and better service, please provide the part name, model, and serial number(s) of the w ater heater(s) w hen ordering parts.

  • Page 21: Notes

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