Bradford White BWCV User Manual

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Installation and Operation Instructions Document 2142
H2316900-
Installation and Operation
Instructions for
Copper Brute II
Water Heater
Model BWCV
U.S. Reg. 2,765,423
WARNING
If the information in this manual is not
followed exactly, a re or explosion may
result causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
ammable 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
nearby phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the re department.
Installation and service must be performed
by a qualied installer, service agency, or gas
supplier.
AVERTISSEMENT
Assurez-vous de bien suivres les instructions
données dans cette notice pour réduire au
minimum le risque d’incendie ou d’explosion
ou pour éviter tout dommage matériel, toute
blessure ou la mort.
Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser d’essence ni
d’autres vapeurs ou liquides inammables dans
le voisinage de cet appareil ou de tout autre
appareil.
QUE FAIRE SI VOUS SENTEZ UNE ODEUR DE GAZ:
• Ne pas tenter d’allumer d’appareils.
• Ne touchez à aucun interrupteur. Ne pas vous
servir des téléphones dansle bâtiment où vous
vous trouvez.
• Appelez immédiatement votre fournisseur de
gaz depuis un voisin. Suivez les instructions
du fournisseur.
• Si vous ne pouvez rejoindre le fournisseur de
gaz, appelez le sservice des incendies.
L’installation et l’entretien doivent être assurés par
un installateur ou un service d’entretien qualié ou
par le fournisseur de gaz.
C O R P O R A T I O N
B W RADFORD HITE
®
FOR YOUR SAFETY: This product must be installed and serviced by a professional service technician,
qualied in hot water boiler installation and maintenance. Improper installation and/or operation could
create carbon monoxide gas in ue gases which could cause serious injury, property damage, or death.
Improper installation and/or operation will void the warranty. For indoor installations, as an additional
measure of safety, Bradford White strongly recommends installation of suitable Carbon Monoxide
detectors in the vicinity of this appliance and in any adjacent occupied spaces.

Bradford White BWCV Specifications

General

Category	Water Heater
Brand	Bradford White
Model	BWCV
Fuel Type	Propane
Warranty	6 years

Summary

General Information

Introduction to Copper Brute II

This manual provides installation, operation, and maintenance information for Bradford White Copper Brute II heaters.

Model Identification

Explains the model number structure and components based on the rating plate.

Warranty Information

Details the limited warranty coverage, claims process, and owner responsibilities.

Appliance Location and Clearances

Provides guidelines for proper placement, clearances, and installation site considerations.

Venting and Combustion Air

Combustion Air Requirements

Details the need for combustion and ventilation air, and methods for supply.

Venting Categories and Systems

Explains Category I and III venting, common venting risks, and requirements.

Terminal Placement Guidelines

Specifies clearance requirements and placement for vent and air terminals.

Gas Supply and Piping Installation

Gas Supply Piping Requirements

Covers gas piping support, connections, shutoff valves, and material requirements.

Water Connections and Flow

Water System Piping

Guidelines for supporting hot water piping and connecting the heater.

Water Flow Requirements

Explains water flow needs based on water hardness to prevent scaling and erosion.

Electrical Connections

Main Power and Wiring

Details the requirements for connecting the main 120-volt power supply.

Temperature Control System

Describes the control system, sensors, and field wiring panel components.

External Staging Control Wiring

Instructions for connecting external controls like BMS or multi-heater systems.

Operating Instructions

Sequence of Operation

Explains the heating cycle, including pre-purge, ignition, and stage activation.

Programming the Temperature Control

Guides users through setting up the temperature control for various system types.

Advanced Operating Topics

Advanced Programming Mode

Details how to enter and use advanced mode for proportional staging.

Boiler Settings (Min/Max/Mass)

Explains BOIL MIN, BOIL MAX, and BOIL MASS settings for temperature control.

Staging and Differential Settings

Describes staging methods (P, PID) and differential adjustments for optimal performance.

Outdoor Reset Operation

Explains how outdoor reset adjusts target temperature based on ambient conditions.

External Heater Operation (Mode 6)

Details how to operate the heater with an external control system.

Maintenance

System Maintenance Procedures

Covers routine checks like pump lubrication, strainer cleaning, and vent inspection.

Appliance Component Maintenance

Details maintenance for specific parts like burners, filters, and gas valves.

Trouble Shooting

Resolving Lockouts

Identifies common causes of lockouts: gas supply, combustion, and ignitor issues.

Troubleshooting Specific Issues

Covers delayed ignition, short cycling, and high gas consumption.

Temperature Control Errors

Provides a guide to error codes displayed by the temperature control.

Wiring Diagrams

Field Wiring Diagrams

Illustrates common field wiring for various modes and interlocks.