Amtrol whs-series Water Heater User Manual


 
MODEL CIRCULATOR ZONE VALVE
SHUTOFF
VALVE
VACUUM
BREAKER
RELIEF
VALVE
THERMAL EXPANSION
TANK
DRAIN
WHS Models See Chart Full Port 4 1
150 psig/210°F
Included
60 Gal. Models: 4.4 Gal.
80 Gal. Models: 4.4 Gal.
120 Gal. Models: 4.4 Gal.+
Included
DC Models See Chart Full Port 6 1
150 psig/210°F
Included
80 Gal. Models: 4.4 Gal.
120 Gal. Models: 4.4 Gal.+
Included
All installations require an adequate amount of sealing tape or pipe dope for threaded joints. See heat exchanger pressure drop chart
to determine pump head requirements.
If a steel hydropneumatic tank is in place,
replace it with a properly sized diaphragm
expansion tank. Otherwise, significant heat transfer problems can
occur by causing air to be trapped in the heat exchanger. If the
boiler system has an existing expansion tank and the boiler
temperatures are being changed, resize the existing diaphragm
expansion tank.
20
Pressure Drop (FT)
Double Wall Heat Exchanger
Flow (GPM)
Single Wall Heat Exchanger
15
10
5
0
0 2
4 6 8 10 12
Heat Exchanger Pressure Drop
Required Components and Accessories Checklist
Chlorine Aggressive Water: The water quality can
significantly influence the life of this Product. You
should test for corrosive elements, acidity, total solids and other relevant
contaminants, including chlorine and treat your water appropriately to
insure satisfactory performance and prevent premature failure.
Note: Inspect for shipping damage and notify freight carrier or store where
purchased immediately if damage is present. To avoid risk of personal
injury and property damage, if the product appears to be malfunctioning or
shows signs of corrosion, call a qualified professional immediately. Current
copies of the Product Manual can be obtained at the place of purchase.
Use proper safety equipment when installing.
EXPLOSION HAZARD. The pressure of the heat
transfer medium must be limited to a maximum of 30
psig by an approved safety or relief valve on your boiler. The water heater
pressure must be limited to 150 psig maximum by the installation of a
temperature and pressure relief valve (included). The relief tube must be
plumbed to a suitable drain per code. No reducing coupling or other
restriction may be placed in this line.
This Product, like most Products under pressure,
may over time corrode, weaken and burst or explode,
causing serious or fatal injury, leaking or flooding and/or property damage.
To minimize risk, a licensed professional must install and periodically
inspect and service the Product. A drip pan connected to an adequate
drain must be installed if leaking or flooding could cause property damage.
Do not locate in an area where leaking could cause property damage to the
area adjacent to the appliance or to lower floors of the structure.
EXPLOSION OR RUPTURE HAZARD. A relief valve
must be installed to prevent pressure in excess of
local code requirement or maximum working pressure designated in the
Product Manual, whichever is less. Do not expose Product to freezing
temperatures or temperatures in excess of the maximum rated
operating temperature.
If not installed by the boiler manufacturer, install a
low water cut-off or pressure reducing valve on your
boiler so that leaking will not result in a dry boiler which if the boiler
continues to fire, will cause an explosion hazard.
This unit must be installed as a separate heating
zone. Do not connect this unit to an existing heating
zone or feed boiler water directly through the coil as dangerous over-heating
will result.
Do not drain this appliance before shutting off the
supply valve and opening the relief valve or another
downstream fixture, as it will damage this unit. A vacuum breaker should
be installed to avoid damaging the liner. Damage to the unit and leakage
can occur if a vacuum breaker is not installed.
USE GLYCOL ONLY WITH DOUBLE-WALLED
HEAT EXCHANGER MODELS. Avoid risk of
ingesting a toxic glycol fluid. The heat transfer medium should be water. If
glycol must be used, it should only be used with double-walled heat
exchangers and closely monitored for leakage.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! This
product contains a chemical known by the State of
California to cause cancer and to cause birth defects or other reproductive
harm. (California Installer/Contractor - California law requires that this
notice be given to consumer/end user of this product.) For more information:
www.amtrol.com/prop65.htm
As in all plumbing products and water storage
vessels, bacteria can grow in this Product, especially
during times of non-use. Consult your local plumbing professional
regarding any steps you may wish to take to safely disinfect your home’s
plumbing system.
EXPLOSION OR RUPTURE HAZARD! A relief
valve must be installed to prevent pressure in excess
of local code requirement or maximum working pressure designated in the
Product Manual, whichever is less. At least once every 3 years or if
discharge is present, a licensed contractor should inspect the temperature
and pressure relief valve and replace if corrosion is evident or the valve
does not function. FAILURE TO INSPECT THIS VALVE AS DIRECTED
COULD RESULT IN UNSAFE TEMPERATURE OR PRESSURE
BUILD-UP WHICH CAN RESULT IN PRODUCT FAILURE, SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH AND/OR SEVERE PROPERTY DAMAGE AND
VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY.