Keep your Bradford White RG240T6N water heater running safely and efficiently with genuine OEM replacement parts from Repair Clinic. The RG240T6N is a 40-gallon, 40,000 BTU natural gas water heater featuring Bradford White’s ICON System electronic gas control with piezo ignition, Defender Safety System flame arrestor, Vitraglas tank lining, and Hydrojet sediment-reducing cold water inlet. Unlike traditional standing pilot models with a thermocouple, the RG240T6N uses a thermopile and electronic gas valve. Parts most frequently replaced include the ICON System gas valve, thermopile assembly, anode rod, dip tube, and T&P relief valve. Browse the full Bradford White water heater parts catalog filtered by RG240T6N.
RG240T6N: ICON System Electronic Gas Control Differs from Traditional Standing Pilot Models
The Bradford White RG240T6N uses the ICON System gas control with a thermopile rather than a traditional thermocouple. A thermopile that produces insufficient millivolt output causes the gas valve to shut off and the pilot to extinguish. The ICON system also stores diagnostic codes accessible through the green LED on the gas valve — blinking codes identify the specific fault before any component is replaced. The anode rod in the Vitraglas-lined RG240T6N tank should be inspected every two to three years; this is one of the most frequently overlooked preventive maintenance steps on gas water heaters, and timely anode replacement significantly extends tank service life. For diagnostic guidance, visit the water heater repair help section.
Most Replaced Parts on the Bradford White RG240T6N
Gas Valve and ICON System Control for the RG240T6N
The ICON System gas valve controls both pilot and main burner gas flow; its microprocessor provides intelligent diagnostics through a green LED blink code. A gas valve that fails to maintain pilot or fails to open the main burner when all other components check out requires replacement with the OEM Bradford White ICON System valve. Read the LED blink code on the existing valve before ordering. Browse Bradford White water heater gas valve parts.
Thermopile Assembly for the RG240T6N
The thermopile is the primary power source for the ICON System gas valve on the RG240T6N. A thermopile that has weakened below its minimum output threshold causes the gas valve to shut off the pilot. Testing thermopile output with a millivoltmeter confirms whether it is producing adequate power before the gas valve is condemned; an adequate thermopile reads above 400 millivolts across its leads with the pilot burning.
Bradford White RG240T6N Anode Rod
The magnesium anode rod in the RG240T6N’s Vitraglas-lined steel tank sacrifices itself to protect the tank from corrosion. Inspection every two to three years and replacement when the rod has been reduced to less than half its original diameter extends tank life significantly. An aluminum anode rod alternative is available for areas where the standard magnesium rod reacts with sulfate-reducing bacteria and causes sulfur odor in hot water. Browse Bradford White anode rod parts.
Dip Tube for the RG240T6N
The RG240T6N uses Bradford White’s Hydrojet total performance system integrated with the dip tube to reduce sediment accumulation at the bottom of the tank. A cracked dip tube allows cold inlet water to mix with heated water at the outlet, producing inconsistent hot water delivery and apparent loss of hot water capacity before the tank is truly depleted.
T&P Relief Valve for the Bradford White RG240T6N
Replace a T&P relief valve that will not reseat after a test lift, leaks at the valve body, or has been in service beyond its rated replacement interval. The T&P valve is the primary safety device on any water heater and must be replaced immediately if it does not reseat after opening.
Bradford White RG240T6N Parts at Repair Clinic
- Genuine Bradford White OEM Components for the RG240T6N: ICON System gas valves, thermopile assemblies, and anode rods confirmed for the RG240T6N. Browse the full Bradford White water heater parts catalog.
- ICON System LED Diagnostic Code Coverage: Our repair guides cover the ICON System LED blink patterns and thermopile testing specific to the RG240T6N electronic gas control.
- Anode Rod Alternatives: Both standard magnesium and aluminum anode rod options available for the RG240T6N for areas with sulfur odor issues. Browse Bradford White anode rod parts.
- 365-Day Returns and Fast Shipping: All RG240T6N parts ship promptly. The water heater repair help section covers ICON System gas control diagnosis.
Bradford White RG240T6N Water Heater Parts FAQ
What ignition system does the Bradford White RG240T6N use?
The RG240T6N uses Bradford White’s ICON System with a piezo igniter and thermopile, not a standing pilot with a traditional thermocouple. The thermopile converts heat from the pilot flame into electrical energy to operate the gas valve and microprocessor. A weakened thermopile is the most common cause of pilot outages on ICON System models.
What is the Defender Safety System on the Bradford White RG240T6N?
The Defender Safety System is Bradford White’s flammable vapor ignition resistant design on the RG240T6N. It features a ScreenLok flame arrestor that prevents flames from traveling outside the water heater if flammable vapors are ignited near the heater’s base, plus a resettable thermal switch that disables the unit if the arrestor becomes clogged.
How often should I replace the anode rod in a Bradford White RG240T6N?
Inspect the anode rod every two to three years and replace it when corrosion has reduced it to less than half its original diameter. In areas with aggressive water chemistry or high water usage, inspection every two years is recommended. Neglecting the anode rod is the single most common cause of premature tank failure on water heaters with Vitraglas lining.
Why does my Bradford White RG240T6N produce sulfur-odor hot water?
Sulfur odor is almost always caused by a reaction between the standard magnesium anode rod and sulfate-reducing bacteria in the water supply. Replacing the magnesium anode with an aluminum or zinc-alloy anode rod typically eliminates the odor within one to two tank fills without reducing corrosion protection.
