Tools Required for Service
It is intended for this manual to be used by qualified service personnel for the primary purpose of
troubleshooting analysis and repair of the Bradford White 24 Volt Flue Damper Series Water
Heater. Understanding the sequence of operation section of this manual will contribute greatly to
troubleshooting this product.
Troubleshooting begins by noting the error code, if any, on the water heater control display and
finding the section in this service manual for diagnosing the problem for this error code. This step
by step procedure beginning on page 5 will direct the service provider to a series of test
procedures to determine root cause of failure.
Contact Technical support immediately if diagnosis is not determined using the methods described
in this service manual.
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Manometer: Two types available, a liquid “U” tube type or a digital (magna-helic)
type. This device is used to measure gas and/or air pressures and
vacuum.
Multi-Meter: A digital type is strongly recommended. This device is used to measure
electrical values. The meter you select must have the capability to
measure volts AC, volts DC, Amps, micro-amps and ohms.
Thermometer: Used to measure water temperature. An accurate thermometer is
recommended.
Water Pressure Gage: Used to measure water supply pressure. Also used to determine tank
pressure by adapting to the drain valve of the heater.
Jumper Leads: A length of wire (12" min.) with alligator clip at both ends.
Various Hand Tools: Pipe wrench, channel locks, open end wrench set, 12" crescent wrench,
Allen wrench set, torx bit set, screw drivers (common & phillips), long
reach (12") magnetic tip phillips head screw driver #2 tip, ¼" nut driver,
pliers (common & needle nose), socket set including a 1-1/16 deep well
socket, wire cutters, wire strippers, wire crimpers, torpedo level, small
shop vac, step ladder, and flashlight.
Introduction
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