Installation / Operation Instruction Manual

BLP SERIES Install, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION
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1.7 SAFETY
1.7.1 Operating Precautions
In order to achieve maximum performance from the unit, the precautions and procedures
described below must be strictly followed:
 The unit should be installed, operated, and serviced only in accordance with the
information in this manual.
 The unit should be installed according to designs prepared by qualified facility
engineers, including those of a structural, mechanical, electrical, or other applicable
disciplines.
 The unit should not be operated or serviced until a safety training program has been
established by the customer.
 The unit should be operated and serviced only by qualified technical personnel in
accordance with all applicable codes, laws, and regulations.
 The unit must be used according to the specification given
 Pressure and temperatures should not exceed limits indicated on the name plate
attached to the unit.
 For initial startup refer to all instructions in Section 3.7: Unit Startup Procedures.
 The heating and heated fluids should be free from any debris.
 The unit should operate only with fluid that it was designed for.
 The system should be designed to prevent the unit from encountering pressure shocks.
 All strainers installed on the unit should be periodically cleaned as per the
maintenance schedule. (See Recommended Inspections Time Interval).
 Refer to Section 2.6: Electrical Connections for proper grounding of the unit.
1.7.2 Storage and Transportation
The units should be stored in a clean place away from a corrosive environment or weather
elements (e.g. rain, snow), preferably indoors and maintained between 32°F and 110°F
ambient operating temperature. During transportation, ensure that they are not exposed to
mechanical damage. Units should not be exposed to cold or hot temperatures beyond those
specified by Bradford White.
1.7.3 Safety Features
The customer is responsible for maintenance of the safety features of the BLP Series water
heater such as guards, safety labels, safety controls, interlocks and lockout devices.