Lochinvar 51 operation manual Start-up, Check/control water chemistry, Freeze protection when used

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Installation & Operation Manual

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 6. 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 Wall Mount 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.

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

a.The minimum cold water fill pressure for a residential system is 12 psi.

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 pages 38 through 45). 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 51 Contents Please read before proceeding When servicing boilerStainless steel heat exchanger Knight Wall Mount Boiler How it worksModels 51 Knight Wall Mount Boiler =B=R Rating RatingsBefore locating the boiler, check Installation must comply withCloset and alcove installations Determine boiler location1Closet Installation Minimum Required Clearances Prevent combustion air contamination Provide air openings to roomVent and air piping Wall mounting locationProducts 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 Mounting to a wood studded wall Mounting the boilerMounting to a concrete wall Mounting to a metal studded wallDirect venting options Sidewall Vent General ventingDirect venting options Vertical Vent, Sidewall Air Direct venting options Vertical VentPVC/CPVC Vent piping materials Install vent and combustion air pipingRequirements for installation in Canada Installing vent and air pipingMake PVC/CPVC air intake/vent connectionsAir inlet pipe materials Approved Stainless Steel Vent ManufacturersBoiler Flue Intake Air Adapter Stainless steel ventBoiler Flue BoilerVent, air piping and termination Stainless steel air intake/vent connectionsRemoving from existing vent Vent and air systemModel Kit Number KIT30051 Air contamination Optional room airVent Size If using the alternate sidewall terminationSidewall direct venting Vent/air termination sidewall2AClearance to Gravity Air Inlets Multiple vent/air terminations Prepare wall penetrationsPrepare wall penetrations Alternate Field Supplied Option Termination and fittingsSidewall termination optional concentric vent Sidewall termination installationDescription and usage Sidewall termination optional concentric vent models 8Concentric Vent Dimensional DrawingMultiventing sidewall terminations 10Concentric Vent Sidewall AttachmentVent/air termination vertical Vertical direct venting2Vertical Terminations with Multiple Boilers Prepare roof penetrationsVertical termination optional concentric vent Vertical termination installationMinimum Combustion AIR Typical Multiventing vertical terminationsConcentric Venting Arrangement Alternate vertical concentric ventingAIR Inlet Flue Exhaust Seal CAP Existing Flue Outlet Existing vent as a chaseHydronic piping Near boiler piping components Circulator sizing Near boiler piping connectionsMinimum Pipe Pump Size Grundfos ModelArmstrong UP26-96 FC/VS IFC VS Stratos 1.25 3 x Variable speed pump setupVariable speed pump option Model Grundfos3Single Boiler Single Temperature Zoned with Circulators Number of Units 5Single Boiler Multiple Temperatures Multiple Boilers Multiple Temperatures Model 8Single Boiler Zoned with Valves Model 10Single Boiler Non-Zoned Primary/Secondary Piping Gas connections Connecting gas supply pipingPropane Gas Natural gasCheck inlet gas supply Natural Gas Pipe Capacity ChartLength of Pipe in Straight Feet for 1/2 PSI Gas Pressure Gas valve replacementLow voltage connections Field wiringInstallation must comply with Line voltage connectionsThermostat Outdoor temperature sensorLouver proving switch Flow switchBoiler management system Alarm contactsWiring of the cascade System supply sensorInstallation Condensate drain Condensate disposalFill and test water system Freeze protection when usedStart-up Check/control water chemistryInspect/check condensate lines and fittings Clean/Inspect Trap AssemblyCheck for gas leaks Check thermostat circuits Inspect/fill condensate systemCheck system and boiler Final checks before starting the boilerStart the boiler If boiler does not start correctly2Operating Instructions Natural Gas Propane Set space heating operationConfiguration of the cascade Verify DHW modeSet domestic hot water DHW operation General Operating informationProtection features Boiler temperature regulation Cascade Outdoor reset operation, if usedOperation Display Sequence of operationInstaller Access modesUser 1Control Panel Knight wall mount boiler control moduleCall for Heat Information Right Select no Service technician Maintenance Maintenance and annual startupOwner maintenance Maintenance Check expansion tank Check ignition ground wiringCheck all boiler wiring Check control settingsOiled bearing circulators Check flame signalCleaning boiler heat exchanger Review with ownerPC Interface Diagrams2Wiring Diagram Page Page

51 specifications

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