Lochinvar 801, 400 operation manual Condensate disposal, Condensate drain

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Installation & Operation Manual

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9 Condensate disposal

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Condensate drain

 

 

 

Use materials approved by the authority

 

NOTICE

 

 

 

having jurisdiction. In the absence of other

 

 

 

 

 

1. This boiler is a high efficiency appliance that produces

 

 

 

authority, PVC and CPVC pipe must comply

 

condensate.

 

 

 

with ASTM D1785 or D2845. Cement and

2. The side of the boiler has a 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) PVC

 

 

 

primer must comply with ASME D2564 or

 

 

 

F493. For Canada use CSA or ULC certified

 

union for connection of a 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) PVC pipe

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PVC or CPVC pipe, fittings, and cement.

 

(FIG. 9-1).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To allow for proper drainage on large

 

 

 

NOTICE

3. Slope condensate tubing down and away from the boiler

 

horizontal runs, a second line vent may

 

into a drain or condensate neutralizing filter. Condensate

 

 

 

be required and tubing size may need to

 

from the Knight XL will be slightly acidic (typically with

 

 

 

increase to 1 inch (25 mm).

 

 

a pH from 3 to 5). Install a neutralizing filter if required

 

 

 

The

condensate line

must

remain

 

by local codes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

unbstructed, allowing free flow of condensate.

 

A Neutralizer Kit (FIG. 9-1) is available from the factory

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If condensate is allowed to freeze in the line

 

(KIT3087 for Models 400 - 501 and KIT3046 for Models

 

 

 

or if the line is obstructed in any other

 

601 - 801).

 

 

 

manner, condensate can exit from the boiler

4.

Install the 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) PVC tee assembly (shipped

 

 

 

tee, resulting in potential water damage to

 

 

 

property.

 

 

 

 

with the unit) as shown in FIG. 9-1.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

8. A condensate removal pump is required if the boiler is

 

 

5.

Leave the top of the 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) tee OPEN. This

 

below the drain. When installing a condensate pump, select

 

is needed as a vacuum break.

 

one approved for use with condensing boilers and furnaces.

6.

Do not expose condensate line to freezing temperatures.

 

The pump should

have

an overflow

switch to

prevent

 

property damage from

condensate spillage. The

switch

 

 

 

7. Use only plastic tubing or piping as a condensate drain

should be wired in series with the blocked drain switch

line (FIG. 9-1).

inside the boiler (see FIG. 10-1 on page 56).

Figure 9-1Condensate Disposal

1/2" PVC TEE ASSEMBLY

 

(FACTORY SUPPLIED)

 

 

1/2" PVC UNION

 

(FACTORY SUPPLIED)

 

NEUTRALIZER KIT

FLOOR DRAIN OR

KIT3087 shown for illustration purposes.

DRAIN PAN

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Contents Models 400 Contents When servicing boiler Please read before proceedingKnight XL How it works Stainless steel heat exchangerModel Models 601 Ratings Knight XL Boiler =B=R RatingDetermine boiler location Installation must comply withCloset and alcove installations Before locating the boiler, checkAlcove Installation Vent and air piping Residential garage installationProvide air openings to room Flooring and foundationWhen using an existing vent system to install a new boiler Products to avoidAreas likely to have contaminants When removing a boiler from existing common vent system Prepare boiler Remove boiler from wood palletGas conversions Model Models 601 Leveling the boilerGeneral venting Direct venting options Vertical Vent Installing vent or air piping Install vent and combustion air pipingRequirements for installation in Canada General ventingPVC/CPVC air intake/vent connections Vent Pipe, and FittingsAir inlet pipe materials Stainless steel ventFasNSeal Saf-T Vent Stainless Steel Air Intake/vent ConnectionsOptional room air Removing from existing ventModel Description Kit Number Air contaminationVent/air termination sidewall If using the alternate sidewall terminationSidewall direct venting Determine location3AClearance to Gravity Air Inlets Prepare wall penetrations Bird Screen TypicalPrepare wall penetrations Alternate Field Supplied Option Multiple vent/air terminationsTermination and fittings Sidewall termination installation Description and usage9Concentric Vent Dimensional Drawing Models 400 11Concentric Vent Sidewall Attachment Multiventing sidewall terminationsVertical direct venting Vent/air termination verticalPrepare roof penetrations Multiple vent/air terminationsVertical termination installation 4Concentric Vertical TerminationMultiventing vertical terminations Mm see -9,Alternate vertical concentric venting Concentric Venting ArrangementExisting vent as a chase 10Existing Vent as a ChaseLow water cutoff device Hydronic pipingSystem water piping methods General piping information Chilled water systemHydronic piping Flow switch adjustment Near boiler piping componentsNear boiler piping connections Circulator sizingVariable speed pump option Head Feet Pressure20F 25F 30F 35F Model 7Single Boiler Multiple Temperatures 8Single Boiler Primary/Secondary Piping Number of Units Manifold Pipe Sizes in Inches mm10Multiple Boilers Primary/Secondary Piping Loop Connecting gas supply piping Gas connectionsNatural gas Propane GasCheck inlet gas supply InchesGas valve replacement Gas PressureLine voltage connections Field wiringInstallation must comply with Low voltage connectionsHigh gas pressure switch Outdoor temperature sensorLouver proving switch Low gas pressure switchWiring of the cascade Flow switchAlarm contacts ModbusManual Condensate disposal Condensate drainCheck/control water chemistry Freeze protection when usedStart-up Fill and test water systemInspect/fill condensate system Check for gas leaksCheck thermostat circuits Inspect/check condensate lines and fittingsIf boiler does not start correctly Final checks before starting the boilerStart the boiler Check system and boilerFor Your Safety Read Before Operating Set space heating operation Natural Gas PropaneVerify DHW mode Set domestic hot water DHW operationConfiguration of the cascade Operating information GeneralProtection features Boiler temperature regulation Outdoor reset operation, if used CascadeSequence of operation Operation DisplayStandby, ready to start a new cycle Knight XL control module Navigation DialAccess modes InstallerUser Call for Heat Information Dial Function Maintenance Maintenance and annual startup Service technicianInstructions Clean condensate trap Check all piping for leaks MaintenanceAddress reported problems Inspect boiler areaCheck expansion tank Flue vent system and air pipingCheck water system Check boiler relief valveCheck control settings Check ignition ground wiringCheck all boiler wiring Inspect ignition and flame sense electrodesReview with owner Check flame signalCleaning boiler heat exchanger Model Kit Part Component Number DescriptionDiagrams LOW Voltage 120 VAC High Voltage2Ladder Diagram Page KBXII-I-O Rev D
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