Determine Water Temperature Inside Tank - Bradford White ECO-DEFENDER Series Service Manual

ECO Defender Series

Determine Water Temperature Inside Tank

Stored water may be HOT WHEN PERFORMING THE FOLLOWING STEPS IN
THIS PROCEDURE. Take necessary precaution to prevent personal injury.
Step 1. Position gas control knob to the "OFF" position.
Step 2. Draw approximately 4 gallons of water from the drain valve into a container
and discard. Draw an additional gallon and immediately measure water
temperature using an accurate thermometer (It may be necessary to open
a hot water faucet to allow heater to drain).
Step 3. Compare the measured water temperature with the setting on the gas
control.
10°F.
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In most instances, they should not differ by more than approx.
WARNING
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