Bradford White Water Heater RG1PV40S6N19

Flammable Vapor/Simulative Resistance Device Testing

Position power switch on gas control to the 'OFF' position.

Disconnect flammable vapor sensor from gas control.

Check resistance of flammable vapor sensor using a multi-meter set to the ohms setting.

Is the resistance between 3,000 ohms and 48,000 ohms?

Replace Flammable Vapor Sensor or Simulated Resistive Device if resistance is outside the specified range.

Pilot Inspection, Testing and Replacement

Position gas control power switch to the “OFF” position and unplug heater from wall outlet.

Turn off gas supply to water heater.

Remove outer jacket door and inner door per service procedure XIII on page 39.

Disconnect pilot tubing nut (7/16” wrench) and feedline nut (3/4” wrench) from gas control.

Disconnect igniter/flame sense wire from gas control.

Remove burner assembly from combustion chamber.

Remove pilot assembly from feedline (1/4” nut driver).

Visually inspect igniter/flame sense wire for damage. Replace pilot if damage is found.

SECTION: Inner Door Removal Procedure

1. Position gas control power switch to the “OFF” position.

2. Remove outer jacket burner access door.

a. Remove (2) ¼” hex drive screws from right side inner door.

b. Remove (2) ¼” drive screws from flange section of inner door.

c. Remove (2) ¼” drive screws from left side inner door.

d. Remove inner door and inspect per step 4.

4. Fully inspect inner door gaskets for the following: Tears, Missing Material, Cracks, Dirt or debris, Other imperfections that will inhibit proper seal, Gasket adhesion to inner door, Material left on combustion chamber (around opening).

Position gas control power switch to 'OFF' position and adjust control to call for heat.

Unplug blower power cord from wall outlet.

Disconnect vent system from exhaust adapter on top of blower.

Remove exhaust adapter from blower using a blade screwdriver and retain for use on new blower.

Remove the three blower mounting screws using a 1/4” nut driver.

Remove blower with gasket from water heater.

Inspect the pilot burner for proper operation and debris accumulation.

Check if the pilot flame is stable.

Identify causes for an unstable pilot flame, if applicable.

Ensure the main burner lights smoothly from the pilot.

Verify the main burner burns with a blue flame with minimal yellow tips.

Check the main burner for any debris accumulation that may affect operation.