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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
BT INDIRECT SERIES – WATER HEATERS
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Direct Fired Oil Water Heater
. Disconnect the oil supply line to the heater,
strip back to the tank or nearest mains piping and cap off. If oil heating
system is to be abandoned completely, ensure proper removal and disposal
of old oil tank and remaining fuel oil. Remove vent connector back to the
common venting system and seal off or abandon as applicable. Work must
conform to all applicable codes.
2.9 Water Quality
Improper water quality will reduce the expected life of the water heater. Hard water,
sediment, high or low pH, and high levels of chlorides in the domestic water should
be avoided. Sediment and hard water will eventually coat the heating coil inside the
water heater and reduce the rate of hot water production and may, eventually cause
a failure. High or low Ph and/or high chloride concentrations will cause corrosion and
eventually failure. A filter is strongly recommended where sediment is present in the
water. A water softening system is recommended for areas with hard water. In an
area where the water quality is not known, a water quality test should be performed.
