Lochinvar 400, 801 Start-up, Check/control water chemistry, Freeze protection when used

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10 Start-up

Check/control water chemistry

￿CAUTION Do not use petroleum-based cleaning or sealing compounds in the boiler system.

Damage to elastomer seals and gaskets in the system could occur, resulting in substantial property damage.

Hardness less than 7 grains

1.Consult local water treatment companies for hard water areas (above 7 grains hardness).

Chlorine concentration less than 200 ppm

1.Do not fill boiler or operate with water containing chlorine in excess of 200 ppm.

2.Filling with chlorinated fresh water should be acceptable since drinking water chlorine levels are much lower.

3.Do not use the boiler to directly heat swimming pool or spa water.

Test/replace freeze protection fluid

1.For systems using freeze protection fluids, follow fluid manufacturer’s instructions.

2.Freeze protection fluid must be replaced periodically due to degradation of inhibitors over time. Follow all fluid manufacturer’s instructions.

Freeze protection (when used)

1.Determine freeze protection fluid quantity using system water content, following fluid manufacturer’s instructions. Boiler water content is listed on page 7. Remember to include expansion tank water content.

2.Local codes may require a backflow preventer or actual disconnect from city water supply.

3.When using freeze protection fluid with automatic fill, install a water meter to monitor water makeup. Freeze protection fluid may leak before the water begins to leak, causing concentration to drop, reducing the freeze protection level.

4.The freeze protection set points may be lowered when freeze protection fluid is used (see the Knight XL Service Manual).

Fill and test water system

1.Fill system only after ensuring the water meets the requirements of this manual.

2.Close manual and automatic air vents and boiler drain valve.

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3.Fill to correct system pressure. Correct pressure will vary with each application.

a.The minimum cold water fill pressure for a commercial system is 12 psi (82.7 kPa).

b.Pressure will rise when boiler is turned on and system water temperature increases.

4.At initial fill and during boiler startup and testing, check system thoroughly for any leaks. Repair all leaks before proceeding further.

￿WARNING Eliminate all system leaks. Continual fresh makeup water will reduce boiler life.

Minerals can build up in the heat exchanger, reducing heat transfer, overheating the heat exchanger, and causing heat exchanger failure.

Purge air from water system

1.Purge air from system:

a.Connect a hose to the purge valve (see purge/drain valves, in piping diagrams on page 46). Route the hose to an area where water can drain and be seen.

b.Close the boiler or system isolation valve between the purge valve and fill connection to the system.

c.Close zone isolation valves.

d.Open quick-fill valve on cold water makeup line.

e.Open purge valve.

f.One zone at a time, open the isolation valves. Allow water to run through the zone, pushing out the air. Run until no noticeable air flow is present. Close the zone isolation valves and proceed with the next zone. Follow this procedure until all zones are purged.

g.Close the quick-fill water valve and purge valve and remove the hose. Open all isolation valves. Watch that system pressure rises to correct cold-fill pressure.

h.After the system has operated for a while, eliminate any residual air by using the manual air vents located throughout the system.

i.If purge valves are not installed in the system, open the manual air vents in the system one at a time, beginning with the lowest floor. Close the vent when water squirts out. Repeat with remaining vents.

2.Open automatic air vent (diaphragm-type or bladder- type expansion tank systems only) one turn.

3.Open other vents:

a.Starting on the lowest floor, open air vents one at a time until water squirts out.

b.Repeat with remaining vents.

4.Refill to correct pressure.

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Contents Models 400 Contents Please read before proceeding When servicing boilerStainless steel heat exchanger Knight XL How it worksModel Models 601 Knight XL Boiler =B=R Rating RatingsBefore locating the boiler, check Installation must comply withCloset and alcove installations Determine boiler locationAlcove Installation Flooring and foundation Residential garage installationProvide air openings to room Vent and air pipingProducts to avoid When using an existing vent system to install a new boilerAreas likely to have contaminants When removing a boiler from existing common vent system Remove boiler from wood pallet Prepare boilerGas conversions Model Leveling the boiler Models 601General venting Direct venting options Vertical Vent General venting Install vent and combustion air pipingRequirements for installation in Canada Installing vent or air pipingVent Pipe, and Fittings PVC/CPVC air intake/vent connectionsStainless steel vent Air inlet pipe materialsStainless Steel Air Intake/vent Connections FasNSeal Saf-T VentRemoving from existing vent Optional room airAir contamination Model Description Kit NumberDetermine location If using the alternate sidewall terminationSidewall direct venting Vent/air termination sidewall3AClearance to Gravity Air Inlets Bird Screen Typical Prepare wall penetrationsMultiple vent/air terminations Prepare wall penetrations Alternate Field Supplied OptionTermination and fittings Description and usage Sidewall termination installation9Concentric Vent Dimensional Drawing Models 400 Multiventing sidewall terminations 11Concentric Vent Sidewall AttachmentVent/air termination vertical Vertical direct ventingMultiple vent/air terminations Prepare roof penetrations4Concentric Vertical Termination Vertical termination installationMm see -9, Multiventing vertical terminationsConcentric Venting Arrangement Alternate vertical concentric venting10Existing Vent as a Chase Existing vent as a chaseChilled water system Hydronic pipingSystem water piping methods General piping information Low water cutoff deviceHydronic piping Near boiler piping components Flow switch adjustmentCirculator sizing Near boiler piping connectionsVariable speed pump option Pressure Head Feet20F 25F 30F 35F Model 7Single Boiler Multiple Temperatures 8Single Boiler Primary/Secondary Piping Manifold Pipe Sizes in Inches mm Number of Units10Multiple Boilers Primary/Secondary Piping Loop Gas connections Connecting gas supply pipingPropane Gas Natural gasInches Check inlet gas supplyGas Pressure Gas valve replacementLow voltage connections Field wiringInstallation must comply with Line voltage connectionsLow gas pressure switch Outdoor temperature sensorLouver proving switch High gas pressure switchModbus Flow switchAlarm contacts Wiring of the cascadeManual Condensate drain Condensate disposalFill and test water system Freeze protection when usedStart-up Check/control water chemistryInspect/check condensate lines and fittings Check for gas leaksCheck thermostat circuits Inspect/fill condensate systemCheck system and boiler Final checks before starting the boilerStart the boiler If boiler does not start correctlyFor Your Safety Read Before Operating Natural Gas Propane Set space heating operationSet domestic hot water DHW operation Verify DHW modeConfiguration of the cascade General Operating informationProtection features Boiler temperature regulation Cascade Outdoor reset operation, if usedOperation Display Sequence of operationStandby, ready to start a new cycle Navigation Dial Knight XL control moduleInstaller Access modesUser Call for Heat Information Dial Function Service technician Maintenance Maintenance and annual startupInstructions Inspect boiler area MaintenanceAddress reported problems Clean condensate trap Check all piping for leaksCheck boiler relief valve Flue vent system and air pipingCheck water system Check expansion tankInspect ignition and flame sense electrodes Check ignition ground wiringCheck all boiler wiring Check control settingsModel Kit Part Component Number Description Check flame signalCleaning boiler heat exchanger Review with ownerLOW Voltage 120 VAC High Voltage Diagrams2Ladder Diagram Page KBXII-I-O Rev D
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400, 801 specifications

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