Water Heater Capacity - Bradford White RE2H50S 1NCTT Series Installation/Operation Instruction Manual

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Water Heater Capacity

Water Heater Capacity and Increasing Temperature Setpoint:
The water heater temperature setting strongly impacts the amount of usable hot water available for
showers and baths.
• Energy consumption/savings and efficiency testing of water heaters is performed according to the
Department of Energy (DOE) requirements specified at the date of manufacture.
• Safety regulations require a factory setting no greater than 125°F (52°C) for all new water heaters.
Therefore, if your old water heater was set to a hotter temperature than your new water heater with a
factory set setpoint of 120°F (49°C), the new water heater may seem to provide lower capacity than your
old water heater. This can be corrected by increasing the temperature setpoint.
• If more hot water capacity is desired, increasing the temperature from 120°F to 135°F (49°C to 57°C) will
enable the same tank of hot water to last about 25% longer, as less hot water is mixed in at the shower or
faucet.
• Increasing the water temperature setpoint may improve the cleaning performance of dishwashers and
washing machines.
• The user can adjust the temperature setting to meet their needs. Always read and understand the safety
instructions contained in the Installation and Operation Manual before adjusting the temperature setpoint.
Mixing Valves
• Mixing valves for reducing point-of-use water temperature by mixing hot and cold water in branch
water lines are commercially available. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority
for further information.
Specifications
Capacity..........................................50/65/80 US gal
Tank Max Working Pressure...........................150 PSI
Water Temperature Set Point Range .........100˚F-140˚F
Electrical..............................240/208 VAC 60 Hz 1-PH
Circuit Breaker............25 Amp minimum recommended*
Upper Element Wattage 240/208 VAC ...........4000/3004
Lower Element Wattage 240/208 VAC ...........4000/3004
*see branch circuit guide
Refrigeration System
Compressor...................................................500 W
Refrigerant Charge (R134a).......29.1/30.9 oz (50/80 gal)
Compressor LRA.............................................14.0A
Compressor RLA.............................................2.56A
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