Bradford White Gas Control Valve Internal Failure

Status light on Bradford White ICON gas control flashes 7 or more times rapidly; control is unresponsive.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Internal electronics failure, Memory corruption, Surge damage, Stuck internal valve mechanism

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn gas control to OFF and disconnect power. Do not attempt to disassemble the gas control valve.

Steps:

  • Power reset: Leave power off for 5–10 minutes, then restore. If the same flash pattern returns, the control is likely failed.
  • Check ground and wiring: Ensure the heater is properly grounded and wiring to the control is intact.

Resolution: The gas control valve must be replaced with the correct Bradford White part number. This should be done by a licensed gas technician who can leak-test and verify safe operation.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Gas Control Valve (ICON)
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