Bradford-White Corp IGE-199R User's Manual
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3. a ONILYINONID AMVWIMd 510 1 02 LWLSVNOV NOISN3WIAI IN3N313 9NILV3H MO ON ANYL JOVYOLS NOISNVaX3 Alddfis W3lVM LOH d for 21 GPM 35 Ft Head 12 lator for the water heating loop must be si ircu The Primary C Note 17 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE N WARNING Keep clear of the pressure relief valve discharge line outlet The discharge may be hot enough to cause scald injury The water is under pressure and may splash For protection against excessive pressure install pressure protective equipment required by local codes but not less than a pressure relief valve certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials as meeting the requirements of the Standard for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems ANSI Z21 22 and the Standard CAN1 4 4 Temperature Pressure Temperature and Pressure Relief Valves and Vacuum Relief Valves The pressure relief valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not to exceed the maximum working pressure of the water heater The pressure relief valve rating must not be less than the hourly rating of the water heater Install the pressure relief valve into a tee connection from the hot water outlet of the water heater Note Some models may already be equipped or
4. BRADFORD WHITE EVERHOT TANKLESS GAS WATER HEATER FOR EXTERIOR INSTALLATION IGE 199R AND IGE 199C MODEL SERIES WARNING If the information in EEC these instructions is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable 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 0000000000000000000000000 Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or gas supplier BRADFORD WHITE ce era Bat tf BR Ambler PA 19002 Tech Service 800 334 3393 Service Part 800 538 2020 Warranty Service 800 531 2111 Part No 238 44959 00A INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTION MANUAL PLACE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ADJACENT TO WATER HEATER AND NOTIFY OWNER TO KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE A Spanish language version of these instructions is available by contacting the company listed on the rating plate La version espanola de estas instrucciones se puede obtener al escribirle a la fabrica cuyo nombre
5. A AUAM ANTI FROST HEATER BR BROWN ASS Fe B R RED M BL BLUE lA Ww LY 1 Y YELLOW P PINK 0 ORANGE ww GREEN GY GREY BL WW ww BR S FROST SENSING AC120V SWITCH BK FOR Ls LL oue IF ANY OF THE ORIGINAL WIRE AS SUPPLIED WITH THE APPLIANCE D GROUND MUST BE REPLACED MUST BE REPLACED WITH A WIRE OF AT LEAST A 194 F TEMPERATURE RATING AND NUMBER 18AWG OR ITS EQUIVALENT A WARNING DO NOT adjust any dipswitch settings on PC board 23 Wiring Diagram Schematic HOT 120 NEUTRAL POWER SUPPLY 3A FUSE FROST SENSING SA FUSE SWITCH ARRESTER ANTI FROST HEATER 1 VARISTOR N T VARISTOR TRANSFORMER GND AC100V 2 ig IGNITION Iw RELAY 5 SOLENOID S VALVE RELAY 4 n FI 1 WAIN SOLENOID VALVE MAIN SOLENOID VALVE NS 4 DC90V SWITCHING POWER SUPPLY WATER FLOW SENSOR 5 WATER FLOW CIRCUIT CONTROL DEVICE EN 69 CPU BY PASS FLOW 9 69 CENTRAL CONTROL PROCESSING COMBUSTION d FAN CONTROL CIRCUIT ij RELAY 2 6 THERMAL FUSE RELAY 5 ed FLAME ROD RELAY 4 4 DRVNG p OVERHEAT CIRCUIT DETECTING SWITCH RELAY 3 CIRCUIT RELAY 1 OUTGOING THERMISTO HEAT EXCHANGER THERMISTOR AIR TE
6. Avoid locations that may allow adjustment by unauthorized personnel see above warning 3 Avoid locations where the control will become hot such as over the stove near the oven or other heat sources 4 Avoid direct sunlight The digital readout can be difficult to read in direct sunlight 5 Avoid areas where the remote can be splashed with cooking water oil or sauce 6 The remote control operates with low voltage 12 volts DC 27 DIGITAL MONITOR IA USE INDICATOR INDICATES THE SELECTED INDICATES THAT A HOT WATER WATER TEMPERATURE IS OPEN THE SETPOINT MAINTENANCE CODES FLASH TEMPERATURE CANNOT BE ADJUSTED IN THE EVENT OF A FAILURE WHEN INDICATOR IS ILLUMINATED MAINTENANCE BUTTON x PRESSING REPEATEDLY SHOWS SEQUENCE OF ERROR CODES WATER HEATER HAS EXPERIENCED MAINTENANCE THERMOSTAT INCREASE OR DECREASE SET TEMPERATURE N ust THE DESIRED WATER TEMPERATURE g o p MAIN CONTROLLER MCC 45 4US ue 2 ENDLESS HOT WATER SYSTEM CAUTION HOTTER WATER INCREASES THE RISK SCALD INJURY BEFORE CHANGING TEMPERATURE SETTING SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL M A Main Control for Commercial Models Fig 7 Remote Main Control Installation Follow the same control installation procedure as outlined under Temperature Control Installation for residential models The only exception is that only one remote temperature control can be installed A WARNIN
7. To set the desired temperature on the remote control all hot water faucets must be closed If there are Bath Controls installed press the Priority button on the control you want to change the setting on and the yellow Priority indicator light will glow Press the H or C button until the required temperature is displayed on the digital monitor The Bath Controls have a maximum temperature setting of 120 F while the Main Control has a maximum setpoint of 160 F To operate the water heater simply turn any hot water tap on This will automatically light the burner and provide hot water at the preset temperature If the optional remote controls have been installed the green IN USE indicator light will glow on all remote controls DIGITAL MONITOR IN USE INDICATOR PRIORITY INDICATOR INDICATES THE SELECTED INDICATES THAT A HOT WATER INDICATES WHETHER THIS WATER TEMPERATURE 5 OPEN AND THAT CONTROL CONTROLLER HAS PRIORITY MAINTENANCE CODES FLASH OF THE TEMPERATURE IS TAKEN CONTROL OVER THE WATER IN THE EVENT OF A FAILURE AT ANOTHER CONTROLLER TEMPERATURE PRIORITY BUTTON PRESSING TAKES CONTROL OF THE WATER TEMPERATURE BY THE CONTROL 5 INCREASE OR DECREASE SET TEMPERATURE IN USE THE DESIRED WATER o TEMPERATURE BATH CONTROLLER BC 45 4US ENDLESS HOT WATER SYSTEM CAUTION HOTTER WATER INCREASES THE RISK OF SCALD INJURY BEFORE CH
8. suitable drain or outside the building to prevent water damage ZN vacuum BREAKER UNON VACUUM BREAKER LO BALL VALVE LINE TO BE INSTALLED INSIDE BUILDING STRUCTURE Kl PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE o BOILER DRAIN VALVE LO BALL VALVE N CHECK VALVE Dd SOLENOID VALVE 0000000000000000000000000 n VACUUM BREAKER 95590000000000000000000 000000 Kd DRIP LEG oh ALL PIPES SHOWN OUT LO KH DASHED LINES TO INSTALLED aia INSIDE PIPE ENCLOSURE SUPPLY MOS MO 3 4 HOT WATER N COLD WATER SUPPLY NORMALLY CLOSED SUPPLY MIN 3 4 SOLENOID VALVE MIN 3 4 NORMALLY OPEN Xa 3 4 SOLENOID VALVE ALL PIPES SHOWN INSIDE THE MIN 1 4 DASHED LINE ARE TO BE LOCATED bens INSIDE BUILDING STRUCTURE FLOOR DRAIN Drain Solenoid Piping Fig 3 A CAUTION All piping located outside the building must be insulated and wrapped with heat tape to prevent freezing 15 Recommended Piping for Circulation System UNION BALL VALVE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE 7 ibi ok W VAC BALL CHECK VALVE RJ SOLENOID VALVE LER DRAIN VALVE VALVE UUM BREAKER 0000000000000000000000000 C CIRCULATING PUMP 2 6 GALLON STORAGE TANK TO ELIMINATE COLD WATER V
9. Max 13 5 w c Manifold Pressure Nat Gas 3 4 w c High Fire 0 6 w c Low Fire L P Gas 5 1 w c High Fire 0 9 w c Low Fire 6 Turn off the hot water faucets Disconnect the electrical power to the water heater Remove the pressure gauges and replace the plugs Check for gas leaks around the plugs 7 Replace the front control panel Restore electrical power to the water heater If the gas supply pressure is below the specified value check the gas piping to insure that it is the correct size for all the gas appliances on line Check the supply pressure with all the gas appliances in operation The manifold pressure will vary with the water flow rate Several hot water faucets may need to be opened with the temperature control set on the highest setting in order to get maximum high fire manifold pressure If the manifold pressure is below the specified value and there is sufficient water pressure flow be sure the inlet gas pressure is within the specified limits before attempting to adjust the manifold pressure 21 SECTION VII ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS A WARNING 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 All electrical wiring must be installed and grounded in accordance with local cod
10. Rectifier 1 403 By pass Servo Assembly 1 404 Stop Bracket 2 405 Plug Band 1 406 Water Filter Assembly 1 407 Filter Plug 1 408 Hot Water Outlet 34 NPT 1 409 Stop Bracket 1 410 Plug Band Small 1 411 Drain Valve 1 702 PCB Cover Side 1 703 PCB Cover Front 1 704 Transformer Assembly 1 705 Ignitor Bracket 1 706 Ignitor 1 707 High Tension Lead 1 708 Spark Electrode Boot 1 709 Thermistor 2 710 Thermistor Clip Large 1 711 Thermal Fuse Clip 5 715 120v Valve Heater Assembly 1 PARTS LIST Number Description Quantity 716 Anti Frost Heater Clip 2 717 Anti Frost Heater Clip A 1 718 Anti Frost Heater Clip 1 720 Power Supply Harness 1 721 Fuse Harness 1 722 100v Harness 1 723 Solenoid Valve Harness 1 725 Thermal Fuse Harness 1 726 Mold type Limit Switch 1 730 PCB Assembly 1 731 Surge Protector 1 732 Frost Sensing Switch 1 733 120V Anti Frost Heater Assembly 1 734 Sensor Harness 2 1 735 Water Flow Sensor 1 801 Screw 4 802 Washer 4 803 Screw 3 804 Screw 1 805 Screw 3 806 Screw 4 807 Washer 4 808 Screw 4 809 Screw 4 810 O Ring 3 813 O Ring 2 814 O Ring 2 815 O Ring 2 817 O Ring 1 818 Gasket 2 238 44959 00 Installation and Operating Instructions 1 239 44509 00 Main Remote Temperature Control Residential 1 239 44510 00 Main Remote Temperature Control Commercial 1 239 44507 00 Bathroom Remote Temperature Cont
11. VALVE CX BOILER DRAIN VALVE LO BALL VALVE 09000000000000000000000000 AER oe DRIP LEG GAS SUPPLY Y 3 4 HOT COLD WATER WATER SUPPLY SUPPLY MIN 5 4 MIN 3 4 14 Recommended Piping for Power Failure Freeze Protection As long as electrical power and gas are supplied to the EVERHOT water heater freeze protection is provided to the heat exchanger and piping inside the water heater with ambient temperatures as cold as 30 F 34 C when protected from direct wind exposure In the event of a power failure at temperatures below freezing the water heater must be drained of all water to prevent freeze damage The water heater may be drained manually or automatically through the installation of the optional solenoid valves as shown in the following illustration The drain solenoids are recommended for very cold climates to prevent water heater freeze damage where power failures from ice and windstorms occur The electrical connections for the two solenoids must be tied to the 120 volt main power supply terminals provide on the PCB board When the electrical power to the water heater fails the 34 solenoid on the cold water inlet pipe closes stopping water flow into the water heater The 1 4 solenoid opens allowing the water heater and connected piping to drain Make sure the piping from the drain solenoid is run to a
12. aparece en la placa de especificaciones SECTION I IMPORTANT INFORMATION READ CAREFULLY This gas fired water heater is design certified by CSA International under the American National Standard Z21 10 3 as indicated on the rating plate and CAN CGA 4 3 M as indicated on the rating plate available from CSA Standards Association 178 Rexdale Blvd Etobicoke Ontario Canada 1 3 This water heater must be installed in accordance with local codes In the absence of local codes it must be installed in compliance with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 Latest Edition or in Canada CAN CGA B149 1 Natural Gas Installation Code Latest Edition or CAN CGA B149 2 Propane Installation Code Latest Edition The following terms are used throughout this manual to bring attention to the presence of hazards at various risk levels or to important information concerning product life DANGER CAUTION Indicates an imminently Indicates potentially hazardous hazardous situation which if not situation which if not avoided avoided will result in death may result in moderate or minor serious injury or substantial injury or property damage property damage N WARNING NOTICE Indicates a potentially hazardous Indicates special instructions on situation which if not avoided installation operation or could result in death serious maintenance which are injury or substantial property important but not related to damage
13. for the remote controls please consider the following items 1 Place the controls out of reach of small children 2 Avoid locations where the control s will become hot such as over the stove near the oven or other heat sources 3 Avoid direct sunlight The digital readout can be difficult to read in direct sunlight 4 Avoid areas where the remote can be splashed with cooking water oil or sauce 5 remote control operates with low voltage 12 volts DC 25 DIGITAL MONITOR IN USE INDICATOR PRIORITY INDICATOR INDICATES THE SELECTED INDICATES THAT A HOT WATER INDICATES WHETHER THIS WATER TEMPERATURE IS OPEN AND THAT CONTROL CONTROLLER HAS PRIORITY MAINTENANCE CODES FLASH OF THE TEMPERATURE IS TAKEN CONTROL OVER THE WATER IN THE EVENT OF A FAILURE AT ANOTHER CONTROLLER TEMPERATURE PRIORITY BUTTON PRESSING TAKES CONTROL OF THE WATER TEMPERATURE BY THE CONTROL 102 5 INCREASE OR DECREASE SET TEMPERATURE IN USE THE DESIRED WATER o TEMPERATURE D amp P BATH CONTROLLER 45 40 5 ENDLESS HOT WATER SYSTEM CAUTION HOTTER WATER INCREASES THE RISK OF SCALD INJURY BEFORE CHANGING TEMPERATURE SETTING SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL Bath or Main Control for Residential Models Fig 6 Temperature Control s Installation 1 Note Determine how many controls will be installed and suitable location s for each The controls may be wired in
14. line pressure to prevent any water from leaking out of the pipes while making the water connections to the water heater The COLD water inlet and HOT water outlet are identified on the bottom casing of the water heater Make the proper plumbing connections between the water heater and the plumbing system to the house All soldering materials and piping must be compatible with potable water Unions should be installed on both the hot and cold water lines for future servicing and disconnection of the water heater Install a shut off valve in the cold water supply line 12 2 order to service the water heater the event the heat exchanger needs to be flushed from lime deposits tee fittings with shut off valves and service connections to hoses should be installed Also install a shut off valve to the hot water supply to isolate the service tee fittings A plumbing installation kit which includes these fittings and a pressure relief valve is available from your supplier Refer to piping diagrams fig 2 5 at the end of Section V 3 Install a pressure relief valve on a tee connection from the hot water outlet piping from the water heater Refer to the piping diagrams fig 2 5 and the warning for the Pressure Relief Valve at the end of Section V on Water Connections 4 cold climates where piping can freeze during an extended power failure drain solenoid valves should be installed on the cold and hot water supply lines to allow w
15. of the water However this equipment does not always remove all of the hardness lime The heat exchanger may occasionally need to be flushed to clear out the lime deposits Use the following procedure and diagram fig 11 to flush the heat exchanger and remove the lime scale 1 Disconnect power to the water heater 2 Close valves in the cold water inlet and outlet supply 3 Connect PVC hoses may use garden hose to the drain valve outlet fittings Connect a circulator pump to the hose connected to the cold water inlet See figure 11 for hose and circulator connections Pour 4 gallons of fresh vinegar into a 5 gallon bucket Place the ends of the hose into the bucket Open the drain valves to the hose fittings gi ie Turn on power to the circulating pump and allow the vinegar to circulate through the heat exchanger coil for at least 45 minutes Heavily limed heat exchangers may require several hours Turn off power to the circulating pump 9 Run hose from hot water outlet to a drain 27 10 11 12 13 14 15 Close the drain valve on the cold water inlet Leave hot water drain valve open Open cold water inlet to flush with fresh water Allow water to flow out of the hose for 5 minutes to flush vinegar from the water heater Shut off cold water inlet valve Remove filter screen and clean out any sediment Reinstall Close the hot water drain valve Open the cold water inlet and hot water supply
16. personal injury hazards This water heater has a limited warranty The warranty for this water heater is valid only if the water heater has been installed maintained and operated in accordance with these instructions DANGER DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable combustible or corrosive vapors and or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance This water heater is for OUTDOOR INSTALLATION ONLY DO NOT INSTALL INDOORS This water heater is equipped with an adjustable thermostat to control water temperature Hot water temperatures required for automatic dishwasher and laundry use can cause scald burns resulting in serious personal injury and or death The temperature at which injury occurs varies with the person s age and the time of exposure The slower response time of disabled persons increases the hazards to them NEVER allow small children to use a hot water tap or to draw their own bath water NEVER leave a child or disabled person unattended in a bathtub or shower N WARNING Improper installation adjustments alteration service or maintenance can cause property damage personal injury or loss of life Failure to follow all instructions in the proper order can cause personal injury or death Read and understand all instructions including all those provided with the appliance before installing starting up operating maintaining or servicing this appliance Keep this manual and literature in legible co
17. power to the appliance if service is to be performed clockwise to OFF see Figure 9 CLOSED MANUAL VALVE OFF POSITION OPEN MANUAL VALVE ON POSITION oA Manual Gas Valve Fig 9 30 CAUTION In climates where below freezing temperatures may occur the water heater must be drained when power is off to the water heater to prevent freeze damage to the heat exchanger Drain solenoids are recommended to prevent freeze damage during power failures in cold climate regions TURNING OFF THE WATER HEATER FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME If the EVERHOT water heater is to be turned off for an extended period of time the following steps should be taken 1 Turn the gas shutoff valve on the gas supply inlet to the OFF position see operating instructions 2 Disconnect the electrical supply to the water heater Shut off the cold water supply to the water heater and open the drain valve to drain the water heater If the water heater was installed with drain solenoid freeze protection the water heater will drain automatically when power is disconnected TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT A DANGER Hotter water increases the risk of scald injury Scalding may occur within 5 seconds at a temperature setting of 135 F 57 C To protect against hot water injury install a mixing valve in the water system This valve will reduce point of discharge temperature by mixing cold and hot water
18. than 5 seconds 145 F 63 C Less than 3 seconds 150 F 66 C About 12 seconds 155 F 68 C About 1 second FIRST AID FOR SCALDS Remove all wet clothing quickly Wet clothing retains the heat 2 Apply cold water to burned area for 30 minutes to reduce the heat in the skin and prevent deeper burning Never use butter oils or ointment to cover the burn They may retain the heat 3 Usea blanket to keep the scalded person warm 4 Seek medical advice 34 ERROR MESSAGES REMOTE TEMPERATURE CONTROL DISPLAY The Bradford White EVERHOT tankless water heaters have the ability to monitor and display any operating faults on the remote temperature control display The error messages will display on the monitor and will assist in servicing the water heater The following is a listing of the error codes that may flash on the remote monitor in case of a malfunction with the water heater Please quote the code displayed when calling for service substituted for LC Code Fault Remedy Displayed 10 Air supply or exhaust blockage Check for a restriction in the exhaust vent 11 No Ignition Check to make sure the gas supply is on to the water heater 12 Flame Failure grounding failure Make sure gas is turned on at the water heater check for obstructions in exhaust vent 14 Thermal Fuse Heat exchanger overheated 16 Over Temperature Warning Excessive temperatures
19. through improper testing of gas lines or emergency malfunction of the supply system the gas valve must be checked for safe operation Make sure that the outside vents on the supply regulators and the safety vent valves are protected against blockage These are parts of the ly system not the water heater A WARNING Conversion of this unit from natural gas to L P or L P to natural gas CANNOT be done in the field If the gas supply does not match the type shown on the water heater rating plate then contact your supplier for the proper water heater for the building gas supply N CAUTION The water heater and individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the system at test pressures in excess of v2 psi 3 5 kPa The water heater must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 psi 3 5 kPa supply line must be capped when not connected to the water heater If copper supply lines used they must be internally tinned and certified for gas service The gas supply lines must meet all requirements of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 Latest Edition or in Canada CAN CGA B149 1 Natural Gas Installation Code Latest Edition or CAN CGA B149 2 Propane Installation Code Latest Edition The gas supply line may need to be larger f
20. wrong dip switch setting incorrect manifold pressure or gas type 32 Outlet water temperature faulty Outlet sensor or wiring may be defective 33 Heat exchanger outlet water temperature faulty H E outlet sensor or wiring may be defective 34 Combustion air sensor faulty Thermistor or wiring faulty 52 Modulating Solenoid Valve signal abnormal Check gas control and wiring 61 Combustion Fan Failure Combustion fan or wiring faulty 71 Solenoid Valve Driving Circuit Faulty Check all gas solenoids and wiring 72 Flame Sensing Device Faulty Lack of flame sense check flame rod and wiring connections LC Scale build up in Heat Exchanger Build up of lime scale in heat 00 When checking maintenance code history 00 is exchanger needs to be flushed If any of the above error codes are seen flashing on the remote display call for service A WARNING Failure to remedy faults may result in severe burns scalds and or death 35 SECTION MAINTENANCE A WARNING Always turn off the electrical power supply the manual gas valve and the manual water control valve whenever servicing this appliance KEEP THE APPLIANCE AREA CLEAR AND FREE FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS GASOLINE AND OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS Do not block the air inlet openings on the front panel or flue exhaust vent These openings must be kept free of debris or obstructions for combustion air supply to the burners The EVERHOT water heater shoul
21. ANGING TEMPERATURE SETTING SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL Main or Bath Control For Residential Models Fig 6 The temperature can only be adjusted between 96 F 110 F when the hot water tap is open and hot water is flowing This is a safety feature to prevent scalding while hot water is in use Commercial Models see Figure 7 1 Commercial models are supplied in the water heater carton with a Remote Main Control which will allow the outlet water temperature to be adjusted from 96 180 F Commercial models can only have one remote control All hot water faucets must be off to get the full range of temperature adjustment The control will only allow an adjustment range of 96 110 F while hot water is in use to prevent scalds Press the or buttons until the desired temperature is shown on the display The water heater will automatically start heating water whenever a hot water faucet is opened The remote temperature control will indicate hot water use with the green IN USE indicator The Remote Main Control can also display diagnostic error codes water flow rate through the unit in gallons per minute and the outlet water temperature 32 6 Pressing the Maintenance Button followed by the button will display a sequence of error codes if any stored in memory that has been experience Any current error codes will be displayed on the digital monitor 7 To displa
22. ARIATION OPTIONAL T UM NOTICE IT 5 RECOMMENDED THAT ALL PIPING IN CIRCULATION LOOP BE INSULATED TO HELP PREVENT EXCESSIVE HEAT LOSS NEN BUILDING OUTLETS T DRIPT LEG GAS T BE SUPPLY Ge I3 1 MIN 3 4 LO lo AQUASTAT REVERSE ACTING COIT NNER th LA SUPPLY MIN 3 4 J EXPANSION NH TANK SUITABLE FOR POTABLE CIRCULATING PUMP WATER TO BE SIZED FOR 5 0 GPM FLOW AT 10 FEET HEAD PUMP CONTROLLED BY AQUASTAT 16 for Back up Storage System Recommended Pipin For hotels motels and other high flow applications 5 9 2 30035 2 M3IV3H M31VM Jd LIAN SNILVINIUID Ki 3NWA 331108 05 AYNSSAYd 5 10H ONITIING Ka JAVA 323H2 N T8 O4 ISM 1N3Nadino3 A Q30N3AWO23H INA 9NIv1n2MIO LA AUI gt tt a Y3LYM 0100 pe oo Alddhs Svo 9 p OQ BO 931 931 dine EY Yi 7 2 f A 0 o H e SS p s J 5
23. G Do not attempt to connect the remote controls with the power on to the water heater There are 120 volt terminals and wiring next to the remote control connections inside the unit All servicing and wiring must be performed by a qualified installer REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTION TERMINALS REMOTE CONTROL Fig 8 Control Wiring Connections Inside Water Heater INITIAL OPERATION AND TESTING OF CONTROLS INSTALLER ONLY 1 Turn on power to the water heater and fully open a hot water tap 2 Check the operation of the water heater Check the operation of the remote temperature control s Check the operation of the power failure protection system drain solenoids 3 Explain the proper operation of the new Bradford White EVERHOT water heater to the customer 28 SECTION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING Water heaters are heat producing appliances To avoid damage or injury there must be no materials stored against the water heater or near the front vent outlet and proper care must be taken to avoid unnecessary contact especially by children with the water heater and front vent outlet UNDER CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD FLAMMABLE MATERIALS SUCH AS GASOLINE OR PAINT THINNER BE USED OR STORED IN THE VICINITY OF THIS WATER HEATER OR IN ANY LOCATION FROM WHICH FUMES COULD REACH THE WATER HEATER Installation or service of this water heater requires ability equivalent to that of a licensed tradesman in the field involved Pl
24. MPERATURE THERMISTOR WATER R THERMISTOR CIRCUIT 69 24 GO REMOTE CONTROLLER CIRCUIT CONTROLLER REMOTE TEMPERATURE CONTROLS The supplied Remote Main Control allows the customer to control the hot water supply temperature and will display certain fault codes in the event the water heater needs servicing If used without the Remote Main Control connected the residential models IGE 199R 10N 10X have a fixed temperature setting of 120 F and the commercial models IGE 199C 5N 5X have a fixed temperature setting of 140 F Residential Models The Main Remote Control inside the carton is intended for installation in the kitchen utility or laundry area of ahome The adjustment range for the main control is 96 160 F This is the only control capable of temperature setpoints greater than 120 F A DANGER Hotter water increases the risk of scald injury Scalding may occur within 5 seconds at a temperature setting of 135 F 57 C To protect against hot water injury install a mixing valve in the water system This valve will reduce point of discharge temperature by mixing cold and hot water in branch water lines A licensed plumbing professional or local plumbing authority should be consulted This water heater is equipped with an energy cut out device to prevent overheating Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off
25. as supplier that aids in 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 telephone in another building Gas detectors are available Contact your gas supplier or plumbing professional for more information Liquefied petroleum gases propane gas is heavier than air and will remain at floor level if there is a leak Basements crawl spaces closets and areas below ground level will serve as pockets for accumulation of leaking gas Before lighting smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor IF YOU SMELL GAS e Do not try to light any appliance e Do not touch any electric switch do not use any telephone in your building e Immediately call your gas supplier from a telephone in another building Follow the gas supplier s instructions e you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department DO NOT OPERATE THE APPLIANCE UNTIL THE LEAKAGE IS CORRECTED N WARNING This water heater must be located in an area where leakage of the heat exchanger coil water line connections or the pressure relief valve will not result in damage to the area adjacent to the water heater or the outside bui
26. ater to drain from the water heater when power is interrupted Refer to the piping diagram Recommended Piping for Power Failure Freeze Protection fig 3 at the end of this Water Connections Section and contact your Bradford White dealer if assistance is needed 5 If this water heater is installed in a closed water supply system such as the one having a back flow preventer in the cold water supply provisions must be made to control thermal expansion DO NOT operate this water heater in a closed system without provisions for controlling thermal expansion Warranties do not cover damages from thermal expansions such as pressure bulges and or deformities Your water supplier or local plumbing inspector should be contacted on how to control this situation 6 Purge the cold water line prior to connecting to the water heater to remove debris Debris will clog the mesh strainer of the inlet filter The inlet strainer prevents debris from damaging the flow sensor or clogging the coil It may need to be cleaned periodically and should be cleaned after the installation DO NOT operate the water heater without the filter in place 7 After installation of the water lines open the main water supply valve and fill the water heater While the water heater is filling open several hot water faucets to allow air to escape from the water system When a steady stream of water flows through the faucets close them and check all water connections for possible
27. ce DO NOT touch any electric switch do not use any telephone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a telephone in another building Follow the gas supplier s instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department DO NOT OPERATE THE APPLIANCE UNTIL THE LEAKAGE IS CORRECTED N WARNING Flammable items pressurized containers or any other potential fire hazardous articles must never be placed on or adjacent to the water heater Open containers of flammable material must not be stored or used in the same room with this water heater DO NOT USE AN INSULATION BLANKET WITH THIS WATER HEATER This water heater meets or exceeds the ASHRAF IES 90 1b latest edition standards with respect to insulation and standby loss requirements TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT INFORMATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS SPECIFICATIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL INFORMATION TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE WATER CONNECTIONS PARTS LIST GAS CONNECTIONS SECTION Il SPECIFICATIONS Max Flow Rate Degree Temperature Rise Max Min Input Input Model No Rating Rating Temp Rise 40 F 60 F 80 F 100 F 120 F 140 F Btu hr Btu hr IGE 199R 10N 199 000 15 000 Flow Rate 8 4 5 6 4 2 3 3 2 8 2 4 IGE 199R 10X Gal Min IGE 199C 5N IGE 199C 5X First Hour 504 336 252 198 168 144 Supply Gal Hr Max Flow Rate Degre
28. cets simultaneously The hot water flow capability will be dependent upon the temperature of the outlet water selected More detail can be found under the Temperature Adjustment section of this Installation and Operating Instruction Manual Your plumbing professional should determine your hot water requirements before installing this water heater to be sure the capacity is sufficient for your application e The IGE series water heaters are designed to be installed outdoors on an outside wall The water heater is compact 23 5 8 60 cm H x 13 3 4 34 9 cm W x 8 7 8 22 6 cm D and mounts on an outside wall using the supplied wall bracket No indoor space is needed and the water heater can be mounted at a height convenient for servicing e The weight is less than 50 pounds 23 kg and can be installed by 1 person e The burners ignite within 3 seconds of water flow 1 2 gallon minute 1 9 L m minimum by direct spark ignition There is no standing pilot e A variable speed combustion air blower forces the combustion air supply into the burner compartment Noventing system required For outdoor installation only optional recess box is available which allows the water heater to be recessed into an outside wall and conceal the piping behind a cover for a more attractive installation The box enclosure dimensions are 40 77 H x 14 34 W x 9 7 D Contact your Bradford White supplier to order this optional accessory
29. chnician to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system and any gas control which has been under water e Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s instructions e f you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 STOP Read the safety information above before proceeding 2 Setthe thermostat to the lowest setting 3 Turn off all power to the electrical appliance 4 This appliance does not have a pilot It is equipped with a direct ignition device which automatically lights the burner Do not try to light the burner by hand 5 Turn the manual valve located at the gas inlet of the appliance clockwise to OFF see Figure 9 6 Wait 5 minutes to clear out any gas If you then smell gas STOP Follow in the safety information above on this label If you don t smell gas go to next step 7 Turn the manual valve located at the gas inlet of appliance counterclockwise to ON see Figure 9 8 Turm on all electric power to the appliance 9 Setthe thermostat to desired setting 10 If the appliance will not operate Follow the instructions To Turn Off Gas To Appliance and call your service technician or gas supplier TO TURN OFF GAS TO THE APPLIANCE 1 Setthe thermostat to the lowest 3 Turn the manual valve at gas inlet of appliance setting 2 Turn off all electric
30. d be checked annually by a qualified technician Regular maintenance will keep the water heater operating efficiently and help to assure reliable operation and a long service life 1 Remove and clean the inlet water filter screen 2 Visually inspect the burner flames The flame must burn with a clear blue stable flame Refer to Figure 10 Burner Flame Appearance for satisfactory flame appearance If the burner flame appearance is not satisfactory or debris is visible on the burners remove and clean with a vacuum cleaner 3 Check the front vent outlet for any obstructions 4 Allelectric motors are permanently lubricated and do not need oiling Remove the combustion air blower and clean wheel and housing with soft brush or vacuum 5 Ifthe LC code has been flashing on the remote display the heat exchanger will need flushing to remove lime and scale deposits Refer to the Flushing Procedure for Lime Scale Removal From Heat Exchanger procedure in the Maintenance Section 6 Check operation of the pressure relief valve To check the relief valve lift the lever at the end of the valve several times The valve should seat properly and operate freely If water does not flow remove and inspect for obstructions or corrosion Replace with a new valve of the recommended size as necessary A thorough inspection of the valve should be performed at least every three years by removing the pressure relief valve from the outlet piping Do no
31. ded See instruction manual before setting temperature at water heater Feel water before bathing or showering toh rune limiting valves are va ZN CAUTION Test the temperature of the water with your hand or elbow before placing a child in the bath or shower Do not leave a child or an infirm person in the bath unsupervised This water heater can deliver scalding temperature water at any faucet in the system Be careful whenever using hot water to avoid scalding injury Certain appliances such as dishwashers and automatic clothes washers may require increased temperature water By setting the thermostat on this water heater to obtain the increased temperature water required by these appliances you may create the potential for scald injury To protect against injury you should install a tempering valve in the water system This valve will reduce point of discharge temperature by mixing cold and hot water in branch supply lines Such valves are available from the local plumbing supplier The following chart details the relationship of water temperature and time with regard to scald injury and may be used as a guide in determining the safest water temperature for your applications APPROXIMATE TIME TEMPERATURE RELATIONSHIPS IN SCALDS 120 F 49 C More than 5 minutes 125 F 52 C 1 10 2 minutes 130 F 54 C About 30 seconds 135 F 57 C About 10 seconds 140 F 60 C Less
32. e burner flame is continuously monitored and modulated to match the heating requirements of the water flow Temperature and flow sensors continually monitor the water flow and outlet water temperature and adjust the burner and combustion air blower to maintain temperature e The included remote mount Main Control may be conveniently located near the point of use and is adjustable from 96 160 F for residential models IGE 199R series or 96 180 F for commercial models IGE 199C series In addition to the Main Control up to two optional bathroom controls are available on the residential models for setting the temperature in the bathroom fixtures up to 120 F e The Remote Main Control also displays fault codes if the water heater malfunctions to assist with servicing the water heater e The heat exchanger coil is provided with anti freeze heaters for cold climate conditions for protection as low as 30 F 34 C Solenoids should be installed to drain the water heater in the event of a power failure The water heater is very quiet in operation SECTION IV INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS N WARNING INSTALLATION OF THIS WATER HEATER REQUIRES ABILITY EQUIVALENT TO THAT OF A LICENSED PLUMBER PLUMBING AIR SUPPLY VENTING GAS SUPPLY AND ELECTRICAL WORK ARE REQUIRED 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 g
33. e Temperature Rise Max Min Input Input Model No Rating Rating Temp Rise 22 C 33 C 44 56 67 C 78 C kW hr kW hr IGE 199R 10N 58 3 4 4 Flow Rate 31 8 21 2 15 9 12 5 10 6 9 1 IGE 199R 10X Liters IGE 199C 5N Min IGE 199C 5X First Hour 1908 1272 954 750 636 545 Supply Liters Hr Flow Rate vs Temperature Rise Curve for EVERHOT IGE model series Hot Water Flow Rate gpm AT Temperature Rise F Note The maximum flow is based upon a minimum water pressure of 30 PSI EVERHOT IGE Model Series Dimensions 8 7 8 Height Width Depth Dimensions Inches 23 5 8 1334 8 7 8 60 0 cm 84 9 cm 22 6 cm Clearances from Combustible Materials Maximum Minimum Gas Input Rating Btu hr Top of water heater 12 30 5 cm Front 24 61 cm Sides 6 15 2 cm Back 0 Ground 12 30 5 cm 199 000 maximum 15 000 minimum for both Natural and L P Gases Thermal Efficiency Rating 84 Minimum Maximum Gas Supply Pressures Natural Gas Minimum 6 0 w c Maximum 10 5 w c Propane Gas Minimum 10 0 w c Maximum 13 5 w c Manifold Gas Pressure Natural Gas 3 4 w c Maximum input 0 6 Minimum input L P Gas 5 1 w c Maximum input 0 9 Minimum input Venting System Forced Combustion external vent For Outdoor Installation Only Set
34. es or in the absence of local codes the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 and or CSA 22 2 Electrical Code The water heater must be wired to a 120 VAC 60 Hz 15A power supply The water heater should be connected to a GFI outlet and wired on a separate circuit and breaker If a flexible line cord and plug is permitted by local code then provide a three wire GFI grounding type receptacle within reach of the control box Provide a grounded line cord and connect to the black and white power supply and green ground screw A strain relief will be required for the line cord Do not plug the line cord into a receptacle that can have the power supply interrupted by a switch that is used to control lights or another appliance If wiring in conduit is required install an electrical conduit connector A disconnect switch should be provided near the water heater for servicing Connect the wires exactly as shown in the wiring diagram of this manual and on the inside cover panel The black wire is the hot leg the white wire is neutral A green screw is provided in the junction box for the green wire ground connection A CAUTION Do not energize the electric circuit before the water heater tank is filled with water 22 Wiring Diagram FAN MOTOR
35. fied limits If there is a problem with the water quality contact your local water conditioning company for equipment to condition the water supply to this appliance NOTICE Operating this water heater with water conditions outside the specified limits will void the warranty Table 2 TDS Description pH 4 PLN Aluminum Chlorides Copper Iron Manganese Zinc Solids Up to Levels 6510 Upto 500 poc Upto0 2 Upto Upto fea Up to 0 05 Upto 8 5 ppm grains of ppm 250 ppm 1 0 ppm ppm ppm 5 ppm hardness Lime Condition Warning Signal If the EVERHOT water heater is operated under hard water conditions without a water conditioner the error code LC may flash on the remote temperature display This code means the heat exchanger coil is beginning to accumulate scale deposits and MUST be flushed see Section IX Flushing Procedure for Lime Scale Removal Contact your installer for a qualified service technician to flush the heat exchanger A water conditioner may be needed to prevent this condition from reoccurring NOTICE Failure to flush the appliance when LC is flashing will cause damage to the heat exchanger Damage caused by lime or scale build up is not covered by the water heater warranty INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONNECTIONS 1 BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH THE INSTALLATION CLOSE THE MAIN WATER SUPPLY VALVE After shutting off the main water supply open a faucet to relieve the water
36. ials previously stated The water heater is supported on the wall by means of a top and bottom slotted angle bracket For convenience the center hole of the bracket is slotted so that a center screw may be first installed in the wall for hanging the water heater on the wall Two more screws are then added on the ends of the bracket to secure the water heater Wall anchors should be used for the bracket holes unless the bracket lines up with a stud As an alternative a suitable piece of plywood or 2x4 wooden support may be cut to span the wall studs and the brackets Make sure the anchors are rated to support the 50 pound 23 kg weight of the water heater 11 SECTION WATER CONNECTIONS A WARNING Failure to install and maintain a new listed pressure relief valve will release the manufacturer from any claim which might result from excessive temperature and pressures Keep clear of the pressure relief valve discharge line outlet The discharge may be hot enough to cause scald injury The water is under pressure and may splash A WARNING DO NOT reverse the inlet and outlet cold and hot water connections on the water heater This may cause a hazardous operating condition or the water heater may be inoperable WATER QUALITY The EVERHOT water heater must have the water quality within the following limits for long life and reliable operation see Table 2 The water supply should be tested to make sure the quality is within the speci
37. ified on the water heater rating plate Natural Gas Minimum 6 0 w c L P Gas Minimum 10 0 w c Maximum 10 5 w c Maximum 13 5 w c BEFORE PLACING THE WATER HEATER IN OPERATION CHECK FOR GAS LEAKAGE USE SOAP AND WATER SOLUTION OR OTHER MATERIAL ACCEPTABLE FOR THE PURPOSE OF LOCATING GAS LEAKS A WARNING DO NOT use matches candles flame or other sources of ignition for this purpose Capacity Table for Natural Gas in Cubic Feet Hour Table assumes 0 3 inch pressure drop specific gravity of 0 60 for gas pressures of 0 5 psi or less Pipe Length of Pipe in Feet Meters Sizein 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 125 150 175 200 Inches 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 38 45 53 61 34 278 190 152 130 115 105 96 90 84 79 72 64 59 55 1 520 350 285 245 215 195 180 170 160 150 130 120 110 100 1 1050 730 590 500 440 400 370 350 320 305 275 250 225 210 1 1600 1100 890 760 670 610 560 530 490 460 410 380 350 320 Note After determining the length of pipe required select the pipe size that will supply the cubic feet per hour of gas required for the input rating of the gas appliances on the line The formula for figuring the cubic feet per hour required is CFH Gas Input of Appliance on the Line Btu hr Heating Value of Gas Btu Cu Ft The heating value
38. in branch water lines A licensed plumbing professional or local plumbing authority should be consulted CAUTION This water heater when set at a lower temperature setting is not capable of producing hot water of sufficient temperature for sanitizing purposes Always check water temperature by hand before entering the shower or bath The temperature may have been changed NOTICE This water heater is equipped with an energy cut out device to prevent overheating Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off turn off the manual gas control valve to the appliance and call a qualified service agency The lower the temperature setting the greater the energy efficiency to heat the water Lower water temperatures also extend the heat exchanger life Remember no water heating system will provide exact temperatures at all times Allow a few days of operation at this setting to determine the correct temperature setting consistent with the requirements for the installation Residential Models see Figure 6 1 The outlet water temperature of the EVERHOT water heaters is adjusted using the Remote Main Control supplied in the water heater carton When a Bath or Secondary Bath Control is installed the temperature can only be adjusted on the remote control that has the Priority Indicator Light glowing The temperature displayed on the control in use will also be displayed on all the other remote controls 31 2
39. ing the water heater in a recess box L EVE OR OVERHANG az ped Build Opening Clearances Fig 1 Table 1 Minimum Installation Clearances Reference Description Vertically below a window door which opens air inlet 12 30 5 cm B Vertically above a window door which opens air inlet 12 30 5 cm Below eaves porches overhangs 36 91 4 cm D Horizontally from a window door which opens air inlet 12 30 5 cm E Horizontal distance from another water heater 2 5 1 cm F Vertical distance from another water heater 12 30 5 cm REMOVE CARTON Move water heater to a location near where it will be installed Carefully slide water heater out from the carton and remove all the contents MOUNT WATER HEATER ON THE WALL The EVERHOT IGE series water heater must be installed outdoors Refer to Table 1 clearances under overhangs windows doors etc Also avoid locations where there is heavy water runoff from roofs Determine the proper height and location for the water heater to be installed Consider the water and gas connections Allow enough room for servicing the water heater and maintain the clearances from combustible mater
40. lding structure N WARNING This water heater is suitable for potable water heating only DO NOT use this water heater for space heating or combination space heating domestic water heating This water heater is not suitable for use in pool or spa applications The water heater must be installed outdoors Failure to properly install this water heater outdoors may result in property damage personal injury or death Refer to the installation of the water heater in this installation and instruction manual for details on the location and installation outdoors DO NOT INSTALL INDOORS N WARNING Pressure relief valve discharge piping must be piped near the ground or drain to eliminate potential of severe burns Insulate and use electrical heat tape around the discharge drain pipe in any area where freezing could occur Do not install any shut off valves plugs or caps to the pressure relief valve or discharge piping A CAUTION If building cold water supply has a back flow preventer check valve or water meter with check valve provisions for thermal expansion of water in the hot water system must be provided A DANGER Temperature setting should not exceed safe temperature at fixtures See water temperature control warnings in the Temperature Adjustment Section of this Installation and Operating Instruction Manual If higher preheat temperatures are necessary to obtain adequate booster output add an ASSE approved mixing valve f
41. leaks 8 This water heater may also be connected to a circulating pump or storage tank for increased flow capacity during high demand periods Refer to the suggested piping diagrams fig 4 5 at the end of Section V on Water Connections to be used as a guide 9 Commercial installations may require more than one water heater piped together in a manifold to supply enough capacity for high temperature and high water flow applications Special controls are available from your Bradford White supplier for operating more than one water heater together These controls stage the operation of the water heaters for the flow rates and control the amount of flow through each water heater Order part 239 44511 00 for the electronic manifold control for the first and second water heater and part 239 44512 00 for the wiring harness for each additional water heater to be controlled Instructions are included with these parts Use the piping diagram in figure 5 in Section V as a guide NOTICE Take care when using pipe dope or Teflon tape to avoid clogging the inlet screen and water flow sensor Wipe off excess pipe dope from threads before connecting to the water heater Commercial dishwashers will require either more than one water heater or a storage tank to supply a sufficient volume of hot water 13 Recommended Piping for a Basic Installation s e e UNION C 3 LO BALL VALVE c 461 PRESSURE RELIEF
42. ls on the right hand side of the PCB See control wiring illustration fig 8 10 Secure the control cable using the clamp provided in the control compartment 11 Replace the plastic cover over the PCB terminals and then replace the front control panel of the water heater Commercial Models The Main Remote Control inside water heater carton is intended for installation in a convenient location near where most of the hot water will be used The adjustment range for this control for commercial models only is 96 180 F If the water heater is used without the Main Control connected then the factory default temperature setting is 140 F In addition the control will display fault codes in the event the water heater needs service Only one remote control may be used on commercial models WAPNING When the Remote Control is used in public use applications it must be installed in a location where it cannot be adjusted by the public i e a maintenance room or manager s office Unauthorized adjustments may result in scalding conditions NOTICE Only one remote temperature control can be connected to one Commercial EVERHOT water heater i e Installations with two controls will not function properly Before installing the remote control determine the most convenient location When deciding on the best location for the remote control please consider the following items 1 Place the control out of reach of small children 2
43. may be obtained from the local natural gas utility Capacity Table for LP Gas in MBH of undiluted liquefied petroleum gases Table assumes 11 inches of water column pressure at the inlet 0 5 press drop Pipe Length of Pipe in Feet Meters Size 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 125 150 Inches 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 38 45 ve 275 189 152 129 567 393 315 267 237 217 196 185 173 162 146 1 1071 732 590 504 448 409 378 346 322 307 275 252 11 47 2205 1496 1212 1039 913 834 771 724 677 630 567 511 INITIAL OPERATION AND TESTING INSTALLER ONLY 1 Open the gas and water supply valves to the water heater 2 Checkfor water and gas leaks Use soap solution to check for gas leaks 3 To check inlet supply pressure remove the 1 8 NPT plug on the gas inlet supply fitting just below the bottom casing and install a barb fitting for attaching a hose to a manometer For checking the gas manifold pressure the plug is located just below the gas manifold connection inside the control panel 4 Turn power on after completing electrical connections refer to Section Electrical Connections and fully open a hot water tap 20 5 Measure the gas pressures to see that these within the specified limits below Supply Pressure Nat Gas Min 6 Max 10 5 w c L P Gas Min 10
44. ndition with this water heater for reference by owner and service technician This water heater requires regular maintenance and service to operate safely Follow the instructions contained in this manual Installation maintenance and service must be performed only by a qualified skilled and knowledgeable installer or service provider Installation is not complete unless a pressure relief valve is installed into the proper location in the outlet piping of this water heater It is the responsibility of the installing contractor to see that all controls are correctly installed and are properly operating when the installation is complete DO NOT operate this water heater without first being certain it is filled with water N WARNING DO NOT tamper with or alter the water heater and or controls DO NOT operate water heater with jumpered or absent controls or safety devices DO NOT operate water heater if any external part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service agency to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the control system including gas controls which has been under water DO NOT attempt to use this water heater with any gas other than the type listed on the rating plate Do not attempt to convert this water heater for use with a gas other than the type for which it is equipped Failure to use the proper gas can create an unsafe condition resulting in property damage bodily injury or death Consult yo
45. or hot water supplied to fixtures UNPACKING INSPECT SHIPMENT carefully for any signs of damage 1 2 All equipment is carefully manufactured inspected and packed Any claims for damage or shortage in shipment must be filed immediately with Bradford White Corporation and noted on the Bill of Lading WATER HEATER LOCATION 1 The IGE series water heaters must be installed outdoors Refer to figure 1 and table 1 Section IV in this Installation and Instruction Manual for minimum installation clearances before choosing a final location for the water heater The water heater must be installed on a wall capable of supporting at least 50 pounds 23 Kg Locate the water heater at a height convenient for servicing and above the reach of small children Minimum clearance to combustible material is 12 30 5 cm from the Top 24 61 cm from the Front 0 from the Rear 6 15 2 cm from the Sides and 12 30 5 cm from the Bottom of this water heater An optional recess box is available for installing the water heater recessed in an outside wall and enclosing the piping see features section When the water heater is installed in a recess box the clearances from the top bottom sides and back surfaces of the recess box to combustible materials are 0 The clearance from combustibles from the front of the recess box 10 is 24 61 Contact your Bradford White distributor for information on obtaining and install
46. or the EVERHOT water heaters than a storage water heater in the case of a replacement installation Refer to the gas piping capacity tables at the end of Section VI Gas Connections and in the codes referenced above A 3 7 6 cm drip leg sediment trap is required ahead of the gas inlet connection to the water heater See water heater installation illustration Install a manual gas shutoff valve before the gas inlet connection to the water heater before connecting to the gas line A union should be installed before the water heater gas connection for disconnection for servicing Refer to the piping diagrams Fig 2 5 in Section V Water Connections Check the type of gas and the gas inlet pressure before connecting the EVERHOT water heater to the gas supply If the gas supply type does not match the type shown on the water heater rating plate then DO NOT connect the water heater Contact your Bradford White supplier for the correct water heater 19 GAS METER SIZE NATURALGAS ONLY Be sure that the gas meter has sufficient capacity to supply the full rated gas input of the water heater as well as the requirements of all other gas fired equipment supplied by the meter If the gas meter is too small ask the gas company to install a larger meter having adequate capacity GAS PRESSURE REGULATION Minimum and maximum gas supply pressures are listed below The minimum gas pressure specified below is required for the full input rating spec
47. point Temperature Without remote temperature control 140 F Commercial models 120 F Residential models Temperature setting range with included Remote Temperature Control 96 160 F Residential models 96 180 F Commercial models with digital remote temperature control installed Recommended Minimum water supply pressure 20 PSI 50 80 PSI for maximum performance Maximum Water Supply Pressure 150 PSI Electrical Rating 120 volts 60 Hz Electrical Consumption Normal operation 63 watts Anti frost protection when required 84 watts Ignition System Direct Spark Ignition Water Flow Control Weight Water flow sensor microprocessor controlled water flow solenoid bypass solenoid 46 Lbs 20 9 kg SECTION Ill GENERAL INFORMATION FEATURES The Bradford White EVERHOT IGE series tankless water heater is a high output high efficiency appliance which heats the water continuously as hot water is being drawn for use Unlike tank type storage water heaters this water heater does not store hot water The burner operates whenever there is a demand for hot water and is off when the water flow stops Hot water is continuously supplied for any length of time required as long as the specified flow rates are not exceeded There is no need to set the temperature higher than required for sufficient capacity The EVERHOT water heater has sufficient capacity to supply several hot water fau
48. r starts Main burner ON Flame signal confirmed Burner flame and combustion blower modulates to maintain selected outlet temperature Water flow is also regulated to not exceed the capacity of the water heater for the temperature selected 9 Water flow shuts off 10 Burners shut off immediately but combustion blower continues for another 65 seconds to purge heat from coil 29 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING WARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or loss of life A This appliance does not have a pilot It is equipped with a direct ignition device which automatically lights the burner Do not try to light the burner by hand B BEFORE OPERATING Smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS e Do nottry to light any appliance Do not touch any electric switch do not use any phone in your building C Use only your hand to operate the remote control keypad Never use tools If the remote keypad doesn t work do not try to repair it call a qualified service technician Forced or improper repair may result in a fire or explosion D Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water Immediately call a qualified service te
49. rol 1 239 44508 00 27 Bathroom Remote Temperature Control 1 Note When ordering service replacement parts the full model and serial numbers from the water heater nameplate are required 46
50. series or parallel depending on the distance from the water heater to the controls Mark the holes on the wall using the control mounting plate and drill two mounting holes using a 3 32 2 4 mm drill bit and a clearance hole for the cable using a 2 6 4 mm drill bit Run the cable from the control to the water heater or another control which ever is closer or more convenient Remove the face plate from the remote control by inserting a screwdriver in the slot and twisting open Connect the cable to the terminal screws of the remote control Mount the control to the wall using the holes drilled and with the screws supplied Note Plastic wall anchors may be required if the control is not located over a stud when mounting on wallboard If the cable cannot be run inside the wall cavity then the plastic knockout should be removed from the top or bottom of the control to allow flush mounting with the wall 7 Disconnect the power from the water heater and remove the front cover 8 Remove the plastic cover from the PCB and electrical connections 26 A WARNING Do not attempt to connect the remote controls with the power on to the water heater There are 120 volt terminals and wiring next to the remote control connections inside the unit All servicing and wiring must be performed by a certified installer 9 Thread the cable through the access hole at the base of the water heater and connect the wires to the control termina
51. supplied with an installed pressure relief valve Verify that the pressure relief valve complies with local codes If the pressure relief valve does not comply with local codes replace it with one that does Follow the installation instructions above on this page Install a discharge line so that water discharged from the pressure relief valve will exit within six 6 inches 15 2 cm above or any distance below the structural floor and cannot contact any live electrical part The discharge line is to be installed to allow for complete drainage of both the combination temperature and pressure relief valve and the discharge line The discharge opening must not be subjected to blockage or freezing DO NOT thread plug or cap the discharge line It is recommended that a minimum clearance of four 4 inches 10 2 cm be provided on the side of the water heater for servicing and maintenance of the pressure relief valve Do not place a valve between the pressure relief valve and the hot water outlet 18 SECTION VI GAS CONNECTIONS A WARNING Connect this water heater only to the type of gas as shown on the rating plate Use clean black iron pipe or equivalent material approved by local codes and ordinances Dirt and scale from the pipe can enter the gas valve and cause it to malfunction The inlet gas line must have at least a 3 inch 7 62 cm drip leg sediment trap installed as close to the water heater s gas valve as possible A ground join
52. t attempt to repair the valve as this could result in improper operation and explosion of the heat exchanger and piping In areas with poor water conditions it may be necessary to inspect the pressure relief valve more often than the recommended maintenance schedule 36 VISUAL CHECK SATISFACTORY FRONT VIEW BLUE FLAME FLAME ROD UNSATISFACTORY FRONT VIEW YELLOW FLAME FLAME ROD Burner Flame Appearance Fig 10 N WARNING Before manually operating the valve make sure that a drain line has been attached to the valve to direct the discharge to an open drain Failure to take this precaution could mean contact with extremely hot water passing out the valve during this checking operation FLUSHING PROCEDURE FOR LIME SCALE REMOVAL FROM HEAT EXCHANGER The amount of calcium carbonate lime released from water is in direct proportion to water temperature and usage The higher the water temperature or water usage and the harder the water more dissolved calcium carbonate the more lime deposits are dropped out of the water This is the lime scale that forms in pipes water heaters and on cooking utensils Lime accumulation reduces the efficiency and longevity of the heat exchanger coil and will cause the water heater to malfunction The lime scale may need to be periodically removed from the heat exchanger indicated by the LC code on the remote display The usage of water softening equipment greatly reduces the hardness
53. t union must be installed in the gas supply line as close to the water heater as possible to permit servicing of the water heater Compounds used on the threaded joints of the gas piping must be resistant to the action of liquefied petroleum gases propane gas DO NOT apply pipe dope to the gas valve inlet and make certain that no pipe dope has become lodged in the inlet screen of the gas valve Extreme care must be taken to ensure no pipe dope enters the gas valve and to avoid excessive torque when tightening the gas supply line to the gas valve Excessive torque may result in cracking of the gas valve housing The suggested maximum torque is 31 5 foot Ibs 4 4 kg m The manufacturer of this water heater will not be liable for any damage or injury caused as a result of a cracked gas inlet as a result of excessive torque This water heater and its gas connection must be leak tested before placing the water heater in operation Check for gas leaks with a soap and water solution and a brush or a commercial leak detector fluid NEVER USE A MATCH OR OPEN FLAME FOR TESTING The water heater is not intended for operation at higher than 10 5 inches water column for natural gas 13 5 inches water column for L P supply gas pressure Higher gas supply pressures require supplemental reducing service regulation Exposure to higher gas supply pressure may cause damage to the gas controls which could result in fire or explosion lf overpressure has occurred such as
54. turn off the manual gas control valve to the appliance and call a qualified service agency A CAUTION This water heater when set at a lower temperature setting is not capable of producing hot water of sufficient temperature for sanitizing purposes Always check water temperature by hand before entering the shower or bath The temperature may have been changed Test the temperature of the water with your hand or elbow before placing a child in the bath or shower Do not leave a child or an infirm person in the bath unsupervised In addition residential models may have one 1 optional Bath Control P N 239 44507 00 and one 1 Secondary Bath Control P N 239 44508 00 installed in bathrooms to control the temperature for showers and sinks Both of these controls have setpoint ranges of 96 120 F When these controls are used depressing the Priority Button will override the Main Remote Control and display the setpoint of the Bath Control in use Both the remote Bath Controls and the Main Remote Control will display fault codes in the event the water heater needs service NOTICE Only one of each type of remote temperature control can be connected to one residential EVERHOT water heater i e Installations with two Main Controls or two Bath Controls or two Secondary Bath Controls will not function properly Before installing the remote controls determine the most convenient locations s When deciding on the best location
55. umbing air supply venting gas supply and electrical work are required Light the unit in accordance with the operating instructions label attached to the water heater plate Over firing could result in damage or sooting of the water heater If the unit is exposed to the following do not operate water heater until all corrective steps have been made by a factory authorized independent service contractor or qualified service professional 1 Flooding to or above the level of the burner or controls 2 External firing 3 Damage 4 Firing without water 5 Sooting NEVER OPERATE THE WATER HEATER WITHOUT FIRST BEING CERTAIN IT IS FILLED WITH WATER AND A PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE IS INSTALLED IN THE HOT WATER OUTLET PIPING OF THE WATER HEATER GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS TO FILL THE WATER HEATER 1 Close the water heater drain valve by turning the knob or valve stem clockwise 2 Open the cold water supply shut off valve 3 Open several hot water faucets to allow air to escape from the system 4 When a steady stream of water flows from the faucets the water heater is filled Close the faucets and check for water leaks at the water heater drain valve pressure relief valve and the hot and cold water connections SEQUENCE OF OPERATION 1 water heater senses the minimum operating water flow which starts the ignition sequence to light the burners Blower ON Pressure switch proves blower operation Gas valve opens and spark ignite
56. ur local gas supplier or gas company if there are any questions DO NOT operate this water heater if the input rate exceeds the rate shown on the water heater rating plate This water heater contains very hot water under high pressure Do not unscrew any pipe fittings nor attempt to disconnect any components of this water heater without positively assuring the water is cool and is not under pressure Always wear protective clothing and equipment when installing starting up or servicing this water heater to prevent scald injuries Do not rely on the temperature gauges to determine the temperature Do not touch any components unless they are cool Water heater materials of construction products of combustion and the fuel contain carbon monoxide nitrogen oxides aldehydes and or other toxic or harmful substances which can cause death or serious injury and which are known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects and other reproductive harm Always use proper safety clothing respirators and equipment when servicing or working nearby this water heater N WARNING Liquefied petroleum gases propane gas is heavier than air and will remain at floor level if there is a leak Basements crawl spaces closets and areas below ground level will serve as pockets for accumulation of leaking gas Before lighting smell all around the appliance area for gas Be sure to smell next to the floor IF YOU SMELL GAS DO NOT try to light any applian
57. ure below the temperature being produced by the water heater the hot water flow through the water heater may drop below the minimum flow required to operate the water heater To remedy this situation either increase the total water flow from the tap or using the remote temperature controller decrease the setpoint temperature of the water heater to the temperature desired at the tap Comment White smoke comes out of the exhaust During colder weather when the exhaust temperature is much hotter than the ambient air the moist exhaust gases condense producing a white vapor cloud Comment When open a hot water faucet do not immediately get hot water Hot water must travel through the plumbing piping to the faucet This may take from 10 to 30 seconds depending upon the length of cold plumbing pipe the water must travel through Comment After turn off the hot water tap the fan on the water heater continues to run The fan is designed to continue to run for 65 seconds after the flow of water stops This is to ensure constant water temperature during frequent short water draws such as washing dishes as well as exhausting residual heat and flue gases from the water heater and venting system 39 SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM OF INTERNAL PARTS FLUE OUTLET EXHAUST DUCT HEAT EXCHANGER SPARK ELECTRODE HEAT EXCHANGER 2 X n REP OUTGOING THERMISTOR C OVER HEAT SWITCH LIME SENSOR nx N
58. valves Disconnect the hoses from the drain valve connections Restore power to the water heater and check operation 38 UNION LO BALL VALVE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE CH BOILER DRAIN VALVE LO BALL VALVE CIRCULATING PUMP 000000000000000000000000 0000000000000000000000000 000000000000000000000000 9000000000000000000000000 DRIP LEG o LO GAS SUPPLY LO 1 MIN 3 4 HOT WATER COLD WATER 5 GALLON PAL or H LINE LINE NEW FOOD GRADE WHITE VINEGAR OR NEW FOOD GRADE CITRIC ACID PVC GARDEN HOSE CIRCULATING PUMP Lime Scale Flushing Diagram Fig 11 COMMON TROUBLESHOOTING COMMENTS ON THE OPERATION OF THE TANKLESS WATER HEATER Comment don t have any hot water when open the tap Make sure the gas and electricity is turned on to the water heater The remote temperature display should have the green light lit when a hot water tap is open and the water heater is operating Make sure there are no error codes flashing on the display Comment When was using the hot water the water got cold If you reduced the hot water flow from the tap you may have reduced the flow below the minimum flow to operate the water heater If you mix the hot water with cold water at the tap in an attempt to get a temperat
59. w Electrical IGE 199R 10N X IGE 199C 5N X 44 45 PARTS LIST Number Description Quantity 001 Front Panel Assembly 1 002 Casing Assembly 1 003 Wall Installation Bracket 1 004 Connection Reinforcement Panel 1 005 Heat Protection Plate 1 006 Rubber Bushing 1 007 Front Panel Gasket 1 008 Front Panel Gasket Side 1 009 Front Air Inlet Grill 1 011 Rubber Bushing 1 102 Gas Connection 3 4 NPT 1 103 Burner Unit Assembly 1 104 Burner Case Front 1 105 Burner Case Bottom Panel 1 106 Burner Air Orifice Plate 1 107 Bunsen Burners 16 108 Burner Case Back Panel 1 109 Damper Plate 1 110 Manifold Assembly Natural Gas 1 110 Manifold Assembly L P Gas 1 111 Gasket Combustion Chamber 1 112 Lower Gasket Combustion Chamber 1 113 Combustion Chamber Pressure Tap Screw 1 115 Combustion Chamber Front Plate 1 116 Spark Electrode 1 117 Flame Sense Rod 1 118 Electrode Gasket 1 119 Electrode Holder 1 120 Upper Combustion Chamber Gasket 1 122 Fan Casing Assembly 1 123 Blower Motor 1 127 Blower Mounting Bracket 1 128 Blower Gasket 1 132 Combustion Chamber Bracket 1 136 Flue Outlet 1 137 Flue Outlet Gasket 1 138 Flue Outlet Gasket 6 1 140 Heat Exchanger Complete Assembly 1 400 Water Inlet 34 NPT 1 401 Water Flow Servo and Sensor Assembly 1 402
60. y the water flow through the water heater with hot water in use depress the H button for 2 seconds and then simultaneously press the button GPM Display Readout X 0 1 8 To display the outlet water temperature while in use depress the C button for 2 seconds and then simultaneously press the button DIGITAL MONITOR IN USE INDICATOR INDICATES THE SELECTED INDICATES THAT A HOT WATER WATER TEMPERATURE 5 OPEN THE SETPOINT MAINTENANCE CODES FLASH TEMPERATURE CANNOT BE ADJUSTED IN THE EVENT OF A FAILURE WHEN INDICATOR IS ILLUMINATED MAINTENANCE BUTTON PRESSING REPEATEDLY SHOWS SEQUENCE OF ERROR CODES WATER HEATER HAS EXPERIENCED N MAINTENANCE THERMOSTAT INCREASE OR DECREASE SEL TEMPERATURE IN USE THE DESIRED WATER TEMPERATURE amp 14 MAIN CONTROLLER MCC 45 4US C ENDLESS HOT WATER SYSTEM CAUTION HOTTER WATER INCREASES THE RISK OF SCALD INJURY BEFORE CHANGING TEMPERATURE SETTING SEE INSTRUCTION MANUAL Ns Main Control for Commercial Models Fig 7 VAN CAUTION Check local codes for the maximum water temperature setting allowed when used in nursing homes schools day care centers and all other public use applications 33 SCALDING DANGER Water temperature over 125 F 51 C can cause severe burns or death from scalds Children disabled and elderly are at highest risk of being scal
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