Bradford White EF Series Service Manual page 42

Flue baffle inspection and replacement
Heater components may be HOT when performing the following steps in this procedure.
Step 1. Disassemble heater per disassembly procedure on page 40.
Step 2. Remove flue baffles from heater (pliers) (8 two inch baffles & 2 four inch baffles).
Step 3. Visually inspect flue baffles. Flue baffles should show signs of oxidation, this is normal.
If the oxidation has deteriorated any portion of the flue baffle, replacement is
recommended. If any restrictors are missing, replacement is recommended.
Step 4. Upon completion of inspection or subsequent replacement, reinstall flue baffles into
heater.
Step 5. Reinstall collector cover per procedure on page 43.
Step 6. Reinstall collector insulation and control panel, reconnect control panel wire harnesses.
Step 7. Restore 120 volts to water heater and verify proper heater operation following the
instructions on the lighting instruction label or the lighting instruction located in the
installation and operating instruction manual.
Step 8. Replace surround cover on top of water heater.
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Service Procedure EF-XIII
Anode/Flue Baffle Inspection and Replacement
Take necessary precaution to prevent personal injury.
WARNING
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