Bradford-White Corp Water Heater EFR160T120 Manuel D’Utilisation

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An automatic gas shut-off device (ECO) is incorporated in the sensor and control board which will shut off all gas supply 
to the burner if the water heater temperature exceeds 200°F (93°C).  Should the ECO function (open), the water 
temperature should be reduced to approximately 120°F (49°C) and call a qualified service agent to place the water 
heater in operation.  The water heater must have the problem corrected by a qualified service person before putting the 
water heater back in operation.  It is recommended that all service work be performed by a qualified service agency. 
 
If the water heater is to remain idle for 30 days or more or is subjected to freezing temperatures while shut off, the water 
heater and piping should be fully drained (See “To Drain the Water Heater”) and the drain valve should be left fully 
open. 
 
 
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.
 
 
SECTION X:  MAINTENANCE 
 
 
DANGER
 
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR GAS VALVE. 
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR CONTROL BOARD. 
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR VENTURI. 
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR TRANSFORMER. 
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR PRESSURE SWITCH. 
 
GENERAL 
 
KEEP APPLIANCE AREA CLEAR AND FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, GASOLINE AND OTHER 
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS. 
  
Water heater maintenance includes periodic tank flushing and cleaning, and removal of lime scale.  The unit should be 
inspected and adjusted to maintain proper combustion.  Refer to Table 5, “Suggested Maintenance Schedule”.  A 
periodic inspection of the venting system should be made. 
 
BURNER FLAME CHECK 
 
At the time of installation and at monthly intervals, a visual check of the burner flames should be made to determine if 
they are burning properly.  The main burner may be seen through the sight glass window on the front of the combustion 
insert mounting bracket (Figure 27).  The burner flames should be a blue flame near the burner surface in a uniform 
flame pattern.  Occasional yellow or white streaks are normal. 
 
 
 WARNING
 
 
Do not run out of propane gas.  Damage to the water heater may occur.