Caution, Danger – Bradford White 55X-80B-3X User Manual
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GENERAL INFORMATION
This gas-fired water heater is design certified by CSA International under the 
applicable American National Standard, Z21.10.1 or Z21.10.3-(as indicated on 
the rating plate), or CSA 4.1-(as indicated on the rating plate), available from 
CSA International, 8501 East Pleasant Valley Road, Cleveland, OH U.S.A. 
44131-5575. 
This water heater must be installed in accordance with local codes. In the 
absence of local codes, it must be installed in compliance with the National 
Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1-Latest Edition), or in Canada CAN/CGA B149.1 
Natural Gas Installation Code (Latest Edition) or CAN/CGA B149.2 Propane 
Installation Code (Latest Edition). The warranty for this water heater is in 
effect only when the water heater is installed, adjusted, and operated in 
accordance with these Installation and Operating Instructions. The 
manufacturer will not be liable for any damage resulting from alteration and/or 
failure to comply with these instructions. 
This water heater is not design certified for installation in a mobile home. 
Such an installation may create a hazardous condition and will nullify the 
warranty. 
This water heater has been designed and certified for the purpose of heating 
potable water. The installation and use of this water heater for any purpose 
other than the heating of potable water may cause damage to the water 
heater, create a hazardous condition, and nullify the warranty. 
Do not use this appliance if any part has been submerged in water. 
Immediately call a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance and to 
replace any part of the control system and any gas control, which has been 
under water. Depending upon the individual circumstances, it may be 
necessary to replace the entire water heater. 
CAUTION
Incorrect operation of this appliance may create a hazard to life 
and property and will nullify the warranty.
IMPORTANT
Before proceeding, please inspect the water heater and components for 
possible damage. DO NOT install any damaged components. If damage 
is evident then please contact the supplier where the water heater was 
purchased or the manufacturer listed on the rating plate for replacement 
parts.
DANGER
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable, combustible, or 
corrosive vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other 
appliance.