Bradford White Water Heater RG1PV50S6X19

Check line pressure with main burner on

Check line pressure with main burner off

Set the Gas Control to the “OFF” position

Remove pressure tap plug and install 1/8” NPT pipe, coupling & pressure tap

Connect manometer to pressure tap

Light the main burner and observe manometer reading

Reset the gas control after an error code (4)

Gas Control Disassembly/Reassembly

Set the gas control to the 'OFF' position

Turn off gas supply to water heater

Disconnect gas supply line from gas control

Disconnect igniter/flame sensor wire

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 tube (7/16” wrench) and feedline (3/4” wrench) from gas control.

Disconnect igniter/flame sensor wire from gas control.

Remove burner assembly from combustion chamber.

Thoroughly inspect burner surface area and burner port area and remove any loose debris.

Unscrew burner from main burner orifice.

Diptube Inspection & Replacement

Position on/off switch of gas control valve to 'OFF' position and unplug water heater from wall outlet.

Turn off cold water supply to water heater.

Disconnect inlet nipple from plumbing system.

Remove inlet nipple/dip tube from the water heater using an appropriate tool such as a pipe wrench.

Visually inspect inlet nipple/dip tube for the following issues

Is the inlet nipple/dip tube free of damage such as cracks, restriction due to deformation or unintentional holes?

Reinstall inlet nipple/dip tube into water heater using pipe dope on the nipple’s threads.

Connect nipple to plumbing system, resume water supply and refill with water.

Ensure safety precautions are followed

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

Remove the three screws from control access cover on blower assembly using a Phillip’s screw driver

Refer to photo 7 for guidance on removing the cover