Lochinvar WH 55-399 20F Temperature Rise Applications, 25F Temperature Rise Applications

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Figure 6-2Pressure Drop vs. Flow

	3.00											9.00
	2.50											8.00
	2.50											7.00
										MODEL		7.00										MODEL
	2.00									MODEL		6.00										MODEL
FT/HD	1.50										FT/HD	5.00										110
	1.50									55		4.00
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	1.00											3.00										155
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	2.50									MODEL		1.80										MODEL
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Table 6A Circulator Recommendations for Temperature Rise Applications_20°, 25°, and 35°

				20°F Temperature Rise Applications
Model	GPM		FT/HD	Minimum Pipe		Pump
Model	GPM		FT/HD	Size	Grundfos	TACO	B & G	Armstrong
				Size	Grundfos	TACO	B & G	Armstrong
55	5		0.27	1"	UPS 15-58FC (1)	007	NRF-22	E7
85	8		0.94	1"	UPS 15-58FC (1)	007	NRF-22	E7
110	10		1.53	1"	UPS 15-58FC (2)	007	NRF-22	E7
155	15		4.26	1"	UPS 15-58FC (3)	007	NRF-22	E7
199	19		1.13	1.25"	UPS26-99F	0011	NRF-36 (1)	E7
285	27		2.42	1.25"	UPS26-99F	0011	NRF-36 (3)	E7
399	38		1.42	1.5"	UPS26-99F	0012	PL-55	E11
				25°F Temperature Rise Applications
Model	GPM		FT/HD	Minimum Pipe		Pump
Model	GPM		FT/HD	Size	Grundfos	TACO	B & G	Armstrong
				Size	Grundfos	TACO	B & G	Armstrong
55	4		0.17	1"	UPS 15-58FC (1)	007	NRF-22	E7
85	7		0.72	1"	UPS 15-58FC (1)	007	NRF-22	E7
110	8		0.98	1"	UPS 15-58FC (2)	007	NRF-22	E7
155	12		3.13	1"	UPS 15-58FC (3)	007	NRF-36 (1)	E7
199	15		0.71	1.25"	UPS26-99F	0011	NRF-36 (1)	E7
285	22		1.61	1.25"	UPS26-99F	0011	NRF-36 (3)	E7
399	31		0.95	1.5"	UPS26-99F	0012	PL-55	E11

				35°F Temperature Rise Applications
Model	GPM		FT/HD	Minimum Pipe		Pump
Model	GPM		FT/HD	Size	Grundfos	TACO	B & G	Armstrong
				Size	Grundfos	TACO	B & G	Armstrong
55	3		0.10	1"	UPS 15-58FC (1)	007	NRF-22	E7
85	5		0.37	1"	UPS 15-58FC (1)	007	NRF-22	E7
110	6		0.55	1"	UPS 15-58FC (2)	007	NRF-22	E7
155	9		1.76	1"	UPS 15-58FC (3)	007	NRF-36 (1)	E7
199	11		0.38	1.25"	UPS 15-58FC (3)	0010	NRF-36 (1)	E7
285	16		0.85	1.25"	UPS 15-58FC (3)	0010	NRF-36 (1)	E7
399	22		0.48	1.5"	UPS26-99F	0011	NRF-36 (1)	E7
		Pumps listed in bold type are provided by the factory as the boiler circulation pump.
NOTICE
NOTICE

NOTICE

The temperature rise provided by a pump/model combination will decrease by 3% per 1000 feet of elevation.

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Contents Models WH 55 Contents When servicing boiler Please read before proceedingBoiler operation Boiler waterKnight Wall Mount Boiler How it works Stainless steel heat exchangerModels 55 Ratings Knight Wall Mount Boiler Ahri RatingInstallation must comply with Closet and alcove installationsDetermine boiler location Before locating the boiler, check1Closet Installation Minimum Required Clearances Precautions Vent and air pipingWall mounting location Prevent combustion air contaminationWhen 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 Mounting the boiler Mounting to a wood studded wallMounting to a concrete wall Mounting to a metal studded wallGeneral venting Direct venting options Sidewall VentInstall vent and combustion air piping Air intake/vent connectionsRequirements for installation in Canada SizingModel Kit Number Equivalent Vent Length Model Max Vent AirMaterials Air inlet pipe materialsOptional room air Air contaminationApproved PVC/CPVC Vent Pipe and Fittings Material StandardVent pipe Vent fittingsModel PolypropyleneCentrotherm InnoFlue SW Duravent Polypro Stainless steel vent If using the alternate sidewall termination Sidewall direct ventingVent/air termination sidewall Determine location2AClearance to Gravity Air Inlets Model Air Vent Centerline Width Prepare wall penetrationsPrepare wall penetrations Alternate Field Supplied Option Multiple vent/air terminationsSidewall termination installation Sidewall termination optional concentric ventDescription and usage 92 and 3 Concentric Vent Dimensional Drawing reference D on Sidewall termination optional concentric vent models12Concentric Vent Sidewall Attachment Multiventing sidewall terminationsVertical direct venting Vent/air termination verticalPrepare roof penetrations Vertical termination installation Vertical termination optional concentric ventMultiventing vertical terminations Minimum Combustion AIR TypicalAlternate vertical concentric venting Vent / Air Inlet Size Minimum Existing Vent / Chase SizeConcentric Venting Arrangement Existing vent as a chaseHydronic piping System water piping methods General piping informationLow water cutoff device Chilled water systemNear boiler piping components Near boiler piping connections Circulator sizing20F Temperature Rise Applications 25F Temperature Rise Applications35F Temperature Rise Applications Pump Size GrundfosSmart System / Multi-temperature loop control option Variable speed pump setupVariable speed pump option 3Single Boiler Primary / Secondary Piping Make UP Water Indirect Number of Units Boiler Member 8Single Boiler Multiple Temperature DHW Priority Model Required Pipe Sizes Boiler Make UP Boiler Connecting gas supply piping Gas connectionsNatural gas Propane GasNatural Gas Pipe Capacity Chart Check inlet gas supplyLength of Pipe in Straight Feet for 1/2 PSI Gas valve replacement Gas PressureField wiring Installation must comply with Low voltage connectionsLine voltage connections Outdoor temperature sensor Louver proving switchFlow switch ThermostatAlarm contacts Wiring of the cascadeSystem supply sensor Boiler management systemInstallation FieldwiringCondensate disposal Condensate drainFreeze protection when used Start-upCheck/control water chemistry Fill and test water systemClean/Inspect Trap Assembly Check for gas leaks Inspect/fill condensate systemCheck thermostat circuits Inspect/check condensate lines and fittingsFinal checks before starting the boiler Start the boilerIf boiler does not start correctly Check system and boiler2Operating Instructions Models 55 Operating Instructions Model Set space heating operation Natural Gas PropaneVerify DHW mode Configuration of the cascadeSet domestic hot water DHW operation Operating information GeneralProtection features Boiler temperature regulation Outdoor reset operation, if used CascadeSequence of operation Operation DisplayAccess modes InstallerUser Knight wall mount boiler control module 1Control PanelCall for Heat Information Dial Function Maintenance Maintenance and annual startup Service technicianOwner maintenance See the following pages for instructions GeneralMaintenance Check ignition ground wiring Check all boiler wiringCheck control settings Flue vent system and air pipingCheck flame signal Cleaning boiler heat exchangerPerform start-up and checks Check burner flameDiagrams PC Interface2Wiring Diagram

WH 55-399 specifications

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