Bradford White PDX250T6*FBN Service Manual page 3

PDX Series
WARNING:
If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury, or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable, combustible, or corrosive vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any
phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's
phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
WARNING
Water heaters are heat producing appliances. To
avoid damage or injury, do not store materials
against the water heater or vent-air intake system.
Use proper care to avoid unnecessary contact
(especially by children) with the water heater and
vent-air intake components. UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCES MUST FLAMMABLE
MATERIALS, SUCH AS GASOLINE OR PAINT
THINNER BE USED OR STORED IN THE VICINITY
OF THIS WATER HEATER, VENT-AIR INTAKE
SYSTEM OR IN ANY LOCATION FROM WHICH
FUMES COULD REACH THE WATER HEATER
OR VENT-AIR INTAKE SYSTEM.
CAUTION
If sweat fittings are to be used DO NOT apply heat to
the nipples on top of the water heater. Sweat the
tubing to the adapter before fitting the adapter to the
water connections. It is imperative that heat is not
applied to the nipples containing a plastic liner.
WARNING
Hydrogen gas can be produced in an operating
water heater that has not had water drawn from the
tank for a long period of time (generally two weeks or
more). Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable. To
prevent the possibility of injury under these
conditions, we recommend the hot water faucet to be
open for several minutes at the kitchen sink before
you use any electrical appliance which is connected
to the hot water system. If hydrogen is present,
there will be an unusual sound such as air escaping
through the pipes as hot water begins to flow. Do
not smoke or have open flame near the faucet at the
time it is open.
Incorrect operation of this
appliance may create a hazard to
life and property and will nullify the
Do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable, combustible, or
corrosive vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other
Before proceeding, please inspect the
water heater and its components for
possible damage. DO NOT install any
water heater with damaged
components. If damage is evident
then please contact the supplier where
the water heater was purchased or the
manufacturer listed on the rating plate
WARNING
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT ANY GAS APPLIANCE
IF YOU ARE NOT CERTAIN OF THE FOLLOWING:
Liquefied petroleum gases/propane gas and
natural gas have an odorant added by the gas
supplier that aids in the detection of the gas.
Most people recognize this odor as a "sulfur" or
"rotten egg" smell.
Other conditions, such as "odorant fade" can
cause the odorant to diminish in intensity, or
"fade", and not be as readily detectable.
If you have a diminished sense of smell, or are in
any way unsure of the presence of gas,
immediately contact your gas supplier from a
neighbor's telephone.
Gas detectors are available. Contact your gas
supplier, or plumbing professional, for more
information.
WARNING
FAILURE TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A NEW,
LISTED 3/4" X 3/4" TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE WILL RELEASE THE
MANUFACTURER FROM ANY CLAIM THAT MIGHT
RESULT FROM EXCESSIVE TEMPERATURE AND
PRESSURES.
CAUTION
Turn off or disconnect the electrical power supply to the
water heater before servicing. Label all wires prior to
disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors
can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify
proper operation after servicing.
CAUTION
warranty.
DANGER
appliance.
IMPORTANT
for replacement parts.
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