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At Bradford White, we believe in giving you a feature-packed, premium product at the best possible
price. We proudly build quality and value into each and every product we manufacture. We believe
when you compare our overall quality, our innovative products, our unique features, our extensive
product line and our engineering expertise with the rest of the industry that your choice is simple.
Bradford White is the supplier for all your needs.
Built to be the Best
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Residential Products ..................................................................................................3
Residential & Light-Duty Commercial Products ..............................................................4
Commercial Products............................................................................................5 – 7
INTRODUCING THE
BRADFORD WHITE 24/7
EXPERT SUPPORT CENTER.
As a Plumbing and HVAC professional, you know that customers call nights,
weekends and even holidays. We understand that you’re always on call. Now,
whenever the situation calls for it, you can rely on Bradford White for expert
support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Technical Service and Warranty
Support personnel are U.S.-based, right inside our Technical Support facilities in
Middleville, Michigan. Each technician goes through a rigorous and extensive
training program before they take your call, preparing them with the know-how
to diagnose and solve any challenge an expert like you might face in the field.
The next time – make that anytime – you have a technical issue or warranty
question about a Bradford White product, call our Expert Support Center.
Technical Support:
800.334.3393
Warranty Support:
800.531.2111

RESIDENTIAL PRODUCTS
Brute Elite Series Condensing Hydronic Boiler
High in efficiency and low in emissions, the new Brute Elite modulating condensing boiler is a fully packaged,
space-saving hydronic solution. ENERGY STAR ® rated, the Brute Elite offers 95%+ efficiency to make it
everything a modern boiler should be – easy to use, easy on the environment, powerful and compact.
• 95%+ AFUE – May qualify for
Energy Rebates
• Floor-standing modulating,
condensing boiler – 5:1
turndown ratio
• Integrated Control System SM
• Pre-mix stainless steel burner
• Stainless steel heat exchanger
• Pump included
• All connections are on top of unit
• Rated for alcove and closet
installations
• Sealed combustion chamber
• Horizontal or vertical direct vent
up to 100 equivalent feet for
each intake and exhaust
• Top vent connections
• Easy to intall, easy to use, easy
to service
• Low NOx system exceeds the
most stringent regulations for air
quality - 10ppm NOx
• Available in natural or propane
gas models
• Inputs of 80, 105, 150 & 210
MBTU/Hr.
Brute Mini Series Hydronic Boiler
The Brute Mini is an ENERGY STAR ® rated, spark to pilot ignition boiler that offers
economy, durability and the capacity to provide warmth and comfort even on the
coldest days.
• Up to 85% AFUE
• 2-Stage firing allows the unit
to match a home’s heating
load requirement
• Pump included
(50, 75, 100 & 125
MBTU/Hr. models)
• Spark to pilot ignition
• Automatic vent damper
reduces heat loss
• Induced draft
• Can be chimney vented
• Top vent connection
• Available in natural or
propane gas models
• Six different models with inputs
of 50, 75, 100, 125, 160 &
225 MBTU/Hr.
• 50 & 75 MBTU/Hr. utilize
on/off firing mode
• 100, 125, 160 & 225 MBTU/Hr.
models offer energy saving
“Low/High” firing
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RESIDENTIAL & LIGHT DUTY COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS
Brute Deluxe Residential and Light-Duty
Commercial Boiler and High Volume Water Heater
The Brute Deluxe series operates at an environmentally friendly 85% efficiency with low NOx emissions. Easy to use, install
and maintain, it utilizes basic cap & bulb temperature controls and a low voltage terminal strip for simple troubleshooting.
• 85% combustion efficiency,
84% thermal efficiency
• Operates in ambient temperatures
from -40°F to +140°F
• Operates in altitudes up to
10,000 feet
• Impervious to thermal shock
• 2-Stage firing
• Fan-assisted combustion system
• 10 finned tube heat exchanger
design for quick and efficient heat
transfer
• Maintains efficiency and low NOx
levels at low and high fire
• NOx rating below 10 ppm
• Gas supply on right or left side
(field convertible)
• Pump included
• Top vent connections
• Heat exchanger is removable from
top, back or front
• Washable air filter
• Inputs of 199,900, 300,000
and 399,900 MBTU/Hr.
• 200 and 300 MBTU/Hr. boiler sizes
are ENERGY STAR Qualified
• Boiler features glass-lined cast iron
or bronze headers and is glycol
system capable
• Boiler temps from 130°F to 240°F
• Volume water heater models supply
temps from 130°F to 200°F
• Volume water heater features
non-ferrous waterways and is able
to operate in a maximum water
hardness of 17 gpg
with 200 & 300
MBTU/Hr.
boiler models
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS
Brute Deluxe Series Hydronic Boiler and High Volume Water Heater
The Brute Deluxe Series has been specifically designed to meet the needs of the replacement market by offering simple and
straightforward controls with 2-stage firing. It features modular construction that separates the burner trays, gas train, and
blower assembly.
• 85% combustion efficiency,
84% thermal efficiency
• Operates in ambient temperatures
from -40°F to +140°F
• Operates in altitudes up to
10,000 feet
• Impervious to thermal shock
• 2-Stage firing
• Fan-assisted combustion system
• 10 finned tube heat exchanger
design for quick and efficient heat
transfer
• Glass-lined cast iron or bronze
headers, and non-ferrous
waterways.
• Maintains efficiency and low NOx
levels at low and high fire
• NOx rating below 10 ppm
• Gas supply on right or left side
(field convertible)
• Pump included
• Top vent connections
• Heat exchanger is removable from
top, back or front
• Washable air filter
• Inputs of 500, 750, 1000, 1250,
1500, 1750 & 2000 MBTU/Hr.
• Boiler is glycol system capable
• Boiler supply temps from 130°F
to 240°F
• Volume water heater models supply
temps from 130°F to 200°F
• Volume water heater waterways
able to operate in a maximum
water hardness of 17 gpg
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS
Brute Elite Series Condensing Hydronic Boiler
The Brute Elite Series commercial boiler is a direct vent, sealed combustion, modulating and
condensing hydronic boiler with 95%+ thermal efficiency that modulates with a 5 to 1 turndown.
It features an ASME stainless steel heat exchanger, spark ignition system and low NOx emissions.
• 95+% thermal efficiency (94.4% AFUE for 285 MBTU/Hr. model)
• Modulation down to 20% of full fire (5:1 turndown)
• Communicates with Building Automation Systems
• Up to eight units can be cascaded together to meet high hot water demands
• Pre-mix stainless steel burner
• Stainless steel heat exchanger
• Indirect water heater priority
• Sensor for indirect domestic water tank
• Direct spark ignition system
• Vent temperature cutoff feature
• Built-in condensate trap
• 160 psi maximum working pressure
• Sealed combustion chamber
• Vent and inlet air pipe lengths of up to 100 equivalent feet (each)
• Top vent connections
• Pump included (285, 399 & 500 MBTU/Hr. models)
• NOx rating below 10 ppm
• Inputs of 285, 399, 500, 600, 750 & 850 MBTU/Hr.
with 285 MBTU/Hr.
model only
Brute Magnum Series Condensing Hydronic Boiler and High Volume Water Heater
The Brute Magnum Series, available in both a commercial boiler and high volume water heater version, is fully-modulating,
condensing, low NOx, and up to 98% efficient. It provides ultra-high performance and superior efficiency in a compact design
for demanding jobs requiring 1.2 to 2.4 million BTU/Hr. Multiple units can be used together for even larger demands.
• Up to 98% efficiency
• Seamless modulation down to
25 percent of input
• Visible front control panel for easy
diagnostics and access to internal
electronics
• Self-adjusting sealed combustion
• Side-wall vent connections
• Internal water mixing system allows
minimum 50°F inlet temperatures
• Mixing system for built-in low
return water protection
• High and low gas pressure switches
• Air pressure switch
• Ignition lockout alarm (dry contacts)
• Pump included
• NOx rating below 10 ppm
• Inputs of 1200, 1600, 2000 &
2400 MBTU/Hr.
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COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS
Copper Brute Series High Volume Water Heater
Copper Brute models are capable of turning out large amounts of hot water quickly.
When used in conjunction with a commercial storage tank, these units provide an
almost endless supply of hot water on demand. For added versatility, they can be
installed indoors or outdoors. Features such as a stainless steel burner, glass lined
cast iron headers and more ensure years of peak performance. Copper Brute high
volume water heaters are available in a range of firing modes (single stage to
motorized modulation) to ensure efficient operation up to 83% thermal efficiency.
Copper Brute models are available in natural or propane gas versions.
175 – 400
MBTU/Hr. model
500 — 1825
MBTU/Hr. model
175 – 400 MBTU/Hr.
• Up to 80% thermal efficiency
• Direct fired “Fin-Tube” design for
maximum efficiency and fast response to
demand
• Flexible design allows many installation
options
• 160 PSI ASME heat exchanger
• Exceeds ASHRAE 90.1b (Current Edition)
• Heavy Inso Block refractory-precast in 2"
thick inter-locking sections provides
maximum heat retention
• Top vent
• Pump included
• Stainless steel burners with slide-out
burner tray allows for easy inspection
and service
• 24 volt control and safety circuit provides
precise temperature and safety control
• Solid copper heat exchanger
• Includes relief valve, factory mounted
pump, flow switch (mounted & wired);
pump delay, and remote thermostat
• Energy Management Monitor (EM2) pump
time delay
• Inputs of 175, 250, 325 & 400 MBTU/Hr.
500 – 1825 MBTU/Hr.
• Non-gasket “Copper-Fin” heat exchanger
• 81% thermal efficiency
• Ceramic tile combustion chamber
Copper Brute II Series High Volume Water Heater
• 24 volt controls
• Built-in draft hood
• Meets ASME Code, Section H
• 5 year warranty
• Includes relief valve, factory-mounted all
bronze pump, flow switch, pump delay,
and remote thermostat
• Options include intermittent pump
controller, cupro-nickel heat exchanger,
manual reset high limit, alarm bell
• 160 PSI ASME heat exchanger
construction assures safety and quality
• Energy Management Monitor (EM2)
pump time delay
• Top vent
• Pump included
• Inputs of 500, 600, 715, 850, 1010,
1200, 1430, 1670 & 1825 MBTU/Hr.
The Copper Brute II line of fan-assisted, modular, high volume water heaters ranks
among the industry’s most advanced, versatile, and environmentally friendly commercial
systems for hot water applications. Copper Brute II models provide hot water almost
instantaneously, with the ability to meet the demand of virtually any commercial
application while delivering up to 84% thermal efficiency. Unique features such as a
sealed combustion chamber, a power assisted fan and a proportional firing system offer
highly efficient and consistent operation. Available in natural or propane gas versions,
its compact size, smaller vent stack and multiple venting options make installation easier,
less time consuming and more economical.
500 – 2000 MBTU/Hr.
• 84% thermal efficiency
• NOx rate less than 10ppm
• Hot surface ignition
• Stainless steel burners
• Unique gasketless heat exchanger design
• Ceramic tile sealed combustion chamber
• 125 PSI ASME pressure relief valve
• 24 volt control system
• ASME “H” stamp designed and certified
for potable heating use
• Glass lined headers
• Electronic PID staging control with LCD
and touch pad
• 5 year limited warranty on heat
exchanger
• Pump and flow switch mounted and wired
• Adjustable high limit with manual reset
• Temperature/pressure gauge
• 160 PSI ASME heat exchanger
construction
• Energy Management Monitor (EM2)
pump time delay
• When ordering outdoor models,
you must order outdoor vent kits
• Top vent
• Pump included
• Inputs of 500, 750, 1000, 1250,
1500, 1750 & 2000 MBTU/Hr.
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Ambler, PA
For U.S. and Canada field service,
contact your professional installer or
local Bradford White sales representative.
Sales/ 800-523-2931
Fax/215-641-1670
Technical Support/ 800-334-3393
Fax/269-795-1089
Warranty/800-531-2111
Fax/269-795-1089
International:
Telephone/215-641-9400
T elefax/215-641-9750
Mississauga, ON
Sales/Technical Support
866-690-0961
905-238-0100
Fax/905-238-0105
www.bradfordwhite.com
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