Condensate disposal, Condensate drain | Lochinvar 151 specification

Installation & Operation Manual

9 Condensate disposal

Condensate drain

1.This water heater is a high efficiency appliance that produces condensate.

2.The side of the water heater has a 1/2 inch PVC union for connection of a 1/2 inch PVC pipe (FIG. 9-1).

3.Slope condensate tubing down and away from the water heater into a drain or condensate neutralizing filter. Condensate from the Armor water heater will be slightly acidic (typically with a pH from 3 to 5). Install a neutralizing filter if required by local codes.

A Neutralizer Kit (FIG. 9-1) is available from the factory (KIT3087 for Models 151 - 501 and KIT3046 for Models 601 - 801).

4.Install the 1/2 inch PVC tee assembly (shipped with the unit) as shown in FIG. 9-1.

5.Leave the top of the 1/2 inch tee OPEN. This is needed as a vacuum break.

6.Do not expose condensate line to freezing temperatures.

7.Use only plastic tubing or piping as a condensate drain line (FIG. 9-1).

	NOTICE	Use materials approved by the authority
	NOTICE	having jurisdiction. In the absence of other
		having jurisdiction. In the absence of other
		authority, PVC and CPVC pipe must comply
		with ASTM D1785 or D2845. Cement and
		primer must comply with ASME D2564 or
		F493. For Canada use CSA or ULC certified
		PVC or CPVC pipe, fittings, and cement.
		To allow for proper drainage on large
	NOTICE	To allow for proper drainage on large
	NOTICE	horizontal runs, a second line vent may
		be required and tubing size may need to
		increase to 1 inch.

The condensate line must remain unobstructed, allowing free flow of condensate. If condensate is allowed to freeze in the line or if the line is obstructed in any other manner, condensate can exit from the water heater tee, resulting in potential water damage to property.

8.A condensate removal pump is required if the water heater is below the drain. When installing a condensate pump, select one approved for use with condensing water heaters and furnaces. The pump should have an overflow switch to prevent property damage from condensate spillage. The switch should be wired in series with the blocked drain switch inside the water heater (see FIG. 10-1 on page 53).

Figure 9-1Condensate Disposal

1/2” PVC TEE ASSEMBLY (FACTORY SUPPLIED)

1/2” PVC UNION

(FACTORY SUPPLIED)

NEUTRALIZER KIT

FLOOR DRAIN OR DRAIN PAN NOTE: KIT3087 shown for illustration purposes.

151 specifications

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