Lochinvar 3.5, 2.5 service manual Multiple Boilers Common Header Primary / Secondary Flow

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Installation & Operation Manual

5 Hydronic piping

Table 5C Multiple Boilers - Common Header - Primary / Secondary Flow

Model

 

 

 

Number of Units

 

 

 

2

3

4

 

5

 

6

7

8

 

 

Recommended Common Header Pipe Sizes in Inches

 

FB 1500

4

4

5

 

5

 

6

6

7

FB 2000

4

5

5

 

6

 

7

7

8

FB 2500

5

5

6

 

7

 

7

8

10

FB 3000

5

6

7

 

7

 

8

10

10

FB 3500

5

6

7

 

8

 

10

10

10

[Based on a boiler ΔT of 30°F.]

NOTICE A system supply sensor (factory supplied) MUST BE installed for proper boiler operation.

Figure 5-3Multiple Boilers - Common Header - Recommended - Primary / Secondary Flow

HOT WATER

GENERATOR

WATER

GENERATOR

CIRCULATOR

FROM SYSTEM

 

 

SYSTEM RETURN

 

SENSOR

 

BALL VALVE

 

(TYPICAL)

RELIEF

AIR SEPARATOR

 

VALVE

DRAIN PORT

 

(TYPICAL)

 

SYSTEM SUPPLY

 

SENSOR

SYSTEM

CIRCULATOR

TO SYSTEM

MAKE UP

WATER

BACK FLOW

PREVENTER

PRESSURE

REDUCING VALVE

BOILER DRAIN

PRESSURE

(TYPICAL)

GAUGE

 

EXPANSION

TANK

Y-STRAINER (RECOMMENDED)

BOILER PUMP

 

 

 

FLOW CHECK

 

 

 

(TYPICAL)

 

 

 

VALVE (TYPICAL)

NOTICE

NOTICE

System flow should always remain higher than the required flow for the boiler(s) when the boiler(s) is in operation to prevent short cycling and high limit issues.

Please note that these illustrations are meant to show system piping concept only, the installer is responsible for all equipment and detailing required by local codes.

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Contents Save this manual for future reference Contents When servicing boiler Please read before proceedingCrest How it works BlowersCrest How it works Models 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 Ratings Crest Ahri RatingInstallation must comply with Recommended clearances for service accessDetermine boiler location Before locating the boiler, checkProvide air openings to room Flooring and foundationVent and air piping Prevent combustion air contaminationProducts 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 7Combustion Air from Outside Single Opening Minimum Recommended Combustion AIR Supply to Equipment Room Direct venting General ventingOptional room air Install vent and combustion air piping Air inlet pipe materialsApproved Stainless Steel Vent Manufacturers Make Model Air intake/vent connectionsRemoving from existing vent Common venting Vertical direct venting Vent/air termination verticalDetermine location Prepare roof penetrationsMultiple vent/air terminations 4Alternate Vertical Terminations with Multiple BoilersSidewall direct venting Vent/air termination sidewallPrepare wall penetrations 2Clearance to Doors and WindowsRoom air 4Multiple Vent Terminations must also comply with FigureHydronic piping Model Circulator sizing20F 40F 60F Near boiler piping components Ball Valve Multiple Boilers Common Header Primary / Secondary Flow For all equipment and detailing required by local codes AIR Seperator Drain Port Typical System Supply Sensor Gas connections Connecting gas supply pipingModel Gas Inlet Size Natural gas Propane GasGAS Piping Size Chart Check inlet gas supplyGas valve replacement Gas PressureInstallation must comply with Field wiringLine voltage connections Enable Outdoor temperature sensorLouver proving switch Low voltage connectionsAuxiliary switch 1 Alarm contactsWiring of the cascade System supply sensorWiring FieldCondensate disposal Condensate drainFreeze protection when used Start-upCheck/control water chemistry Fill and test water systemCheck for gas leaks Check thermostat circuitsInspect condensate system Inspect/check condensate lines and fittingsFinal checks before starting the boiler Start the boilerIf boiler does not start correctly Check system and boilerFor Your Safety Read Before Operating Set space heating operation Gas Natural Gas Propane ValveConfiguration of the cascade Verify HWG circulator mode Set HWG target temperatureSet clock Operating information GeneralProtection features Boiler temperature regulation Outdoor reset operation, if usedCascade Sequence of operation Crest control module Home Screen2Main Menu Screen Maintenance Maintenance and annual startup Service technicianOwner maintenance See the Crest User’s Information Manual for InstructionsMaintenance Flue vent system and air piping Check water systemCheck expansion tank Check boiler relief valveCheck ignition ground wiring Check all boiler wiringCheck control settings Check flame signalCleaning boiler heat exchanger Review with ownerHandling ceramic fiber materials Niosh stated First AidDiagrams Integrated Control2Wiring Diagram
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