Bradford White 239-48795-01 Gas Valve

The Bradford White 239-48795-01 is a genuine OEM natural gas valve designed for high-performance residential power vent water heaters. This control serves as the direct replacement for 239-45613-02, ensuring seamless integration with existing burner assemblies without the need for field modifications. Engineered specifically for the Bradford White ICON System, this valve provides precise thermostatic control and integrated flammable vapor sensor logic to maintain strict safety standards and operational efficiency.

As a veteran-grade replacement gas control valve, the 239-48795-01 is compatible with Bradford White M1TW40S and M1TW50S models, as well as select PDX series units. This water heater gas valve features a 3-5/8 inch shank and is rated for a 160°F temperature setpoint. For contractors performing power vent water heater troubleshooting, this 24V redundant valve utilizes an immersion-style thermistor to provide real-time diagnostic codes via an LED status light, simplifying the identification of ignition or sensor-related faults in the field.

• Direct OEM Match: Provides an exact replacement for 239-45613-02, maintaining original equipment performance and safety certifications.
• Enhanced Diagnostics: Integrated LED status indicator allows for rapid water heater gas valve troubleshooting by displaying specific fault codes.
• Precise Temperature Regulation: High-accuracy immersion thermistor ensures consistent hot water delivery and prevents thermal stacking.
• Advanced Safety: Contains localized logic for flammable vapor sensor monitoring and high-limit ECO (Energy Cut-Off) protection.

Is the 239-48795-01 compatible with LP (Propane) units?
No, this specific part number is calibrated exclusively for natural gas water heaters. Using this in an LP application will cause improper combustion. For LP requirements, please refer to the 239-48796 series.

Does this valve require a special tool for installation?
While the 239-48795-01 uses standard NPT threads, certain legacy kits it replaces (like the 239-45613-02) originally required a specific service tool for the shank. This replacement is designed to meet modern Bradford White replacement part standards for standard mechanical installation.

How do I read the diagnostic light on the gas control?
The flashing LED on the front of the ICON System gas valve identifies specific errors like "1 flash" for sensor failure or "constant light" for a tripped ECO. Refer to the service manual on the inner cover for the fault code legend.

Disclaimer: While we strive for 100% accuracy, product data and specifications are subject to change. Please contact our team to confirm compatibility or technical details before purchasing.