Bock Water Heater date

[Bill Smith]

Does anyone have any info on Bock water heaters? I can't find the date of manufacture of an oil-fired Bock 32E (Ser# 97091694T). I'm guessing Sept. of 1997 but I don't like to guess. Thanks.

[Russel Ray]

If you have to guess, tell your Clients that you are making an "educated guess." An educated guess is based on your experience, your knowledge, etc. My standard phrasing when I don't know this type of material is, "An educated guess in looking at the serial number would be September 1997. However, I could be wrong." It let's the Client know that I do have the knowledge to make such a guess but that I am human and could be wrong about this specific appliance or manufacturer.

In any event, I believe your "guess" is correct, September 1997.