Bradford White 55X-80B-3X - Manual (Page 13)

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Installation (Water Connections) continued-
WARNING
For protection against excessive temperatures and pressure, install
temperature and pressure protective equipment required by local
codes, but not less than a combination temperature and 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 or the Standard CAN1-4.4. Temperature and
Pressure and the Standard CAN1-4.4, Temperature, Pressure,
Temperature and Pressure Relief Valves and Vacuum Relief
Valves. The combination temperature and pressure relief valve
must be marked with a maximum set pressure not to exceed the
maximum working pressure of the water heater. The combination
temperature and pressure relief valve must also have an hourly
rated temperature steam BTU discharge capacity not less than the
hourly rating of the water heater.
Install the combination temperature and pressure relief valve into
the opening provided and marked for this purpose on the water
heater.
Note: Some models may already be equipped or supplied with a
combination temperature and pressure relief valve. Verify that the
combination temperature and pressure relief valve complies with
local codes. If the combination temperature and 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
combination temperature and 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 combination temperature and pressure
relief valve.
Do not place a valve between the combination temperature and
pressure relief valve and the tank.