Bradford White RE380T6 Manual 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. For 20 gallon utility models, install the supplied anode/nipple
combination at the HOT outlet location. Connect the hot and cold w ater lines
to the nipples using unions. Install a listed temperature-pressure relief valve
in the opening on the side of the w ater heater. Install a vacuum relief anti-
siphon device in the cold w ater inlet line w hen using side cold w ater
connection.
The 6 and 12 gallon models are equipped for installation w ith either side or
top w ater connections. They are shipped from the factory w ith the alternate
top connections plugged. The alternate top inlet is supplied w ith a dip tube. If
the top w ater connections are needed, remove pipe plugs from the alternate
top connections, apply appropriate amount of thread sealant to the provided
nipples and install nipples in desired top location. Apply appropriate amount
of thread sealant to the pipe plugs and install pipe plugs in the side locations.
Install a vacuum relief anti-siphon device in the cold w ater inlet line w hen
using side cold w ater connection.
Figure 3
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