Lochinvar WH 55-399 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 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 boiler drain valve and manual air vent.

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.

Installation & Operation Manual

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 47). 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 other vents:

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

b.Repeat with remaining vents.

3.Refill to correct pressure.

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Contents Models WH 55 Contents Please read before proceeding When servicing boilerBoiler operation Boiler waterStainless steel heat exchanger Knight Wall Mount Boiler How it worksModels 55 Knight Wall Mount Boiler Ahri Rating RatingsCloset and alcove installations Installation must comply withDetermine boiler location Before locating the boiler, check1Closet Installation Minimum Required Clearances Vent and air piping PrecautionsWall 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 to a wood studded wall Mounting the boilerMounting to a concrete wall Mounting to a metal studded wallDirect venting options Sidewall Vent General ventingAir intake/vent connections Install vent and combustion air pipingSizing Requirements for installation in CanadaModel Kit Number Equivalent Vent Length Model Max Vent AirAir inlet pipe materials MaterialsAir contamination Optional room airMaterial Standard Approved PVC/CPVC Vent Pipe and FittingsVent pipe Vent fittingsModel PolypropyleneCentrotherm InnoFlue SW Duravent Polypro Stainless steel vent Sidewall direct venting If using the alternate sidewall terminationVent/air termination sidewall Determine location2AClearance to Gravity Air Inlets Prepare wall penetrations Model Air Vent Centerline WidthMultiple vent/air terminations Prepare wall penetrations Alternate Field Supplied OptionSidewall termination installation Sidewall termination optional concentric ventDescription and usage Sidewall termination optional concentric vent models 92 and 3 Concentric Vent Dimensional Drawing reference D onMultiventing sidewall terminations 12Concentric Vent Sidewall AttachmentVertical direct venting Vent/air termination verticalPrepare roof penetrations Vertical termination optional concentric vent Vertical termination installationMinimum Combustion AIR Typical Multiventing vertical terminationsVent / Air Inlet Size Minimum Existing Vent / Chase Size Alternate vertical concentric ventingConcentric Venting Arrangement Existing vent as a chaseSystem water piping methods General piping information Hydronic pipingLow water cutoff device Chilled water systemNear boiler piping components Circulator sizing Near boiler piping connections25F Temperature Rise Applications 20F 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 Gas connections Connecting gas supply pipingPropane Gas Natural gasNatural Gas Pipe Capacity Chart Check inlet gas supplyLength of Pipe in Straight Feet for 1/2 PSI Gas Pressure Gas valve replacementField wiring Installation must comply with Low voltage connectionsLine voltage connections Louver proving switch Outdoor temperature sensorFlow switch ThermostatWiring of the cascade Alarm contactsSystem supply sensor Boiler management systemFieldwiring InstallationCondensate drain Condensate disposalStart-up Freeze protection when usedCheck/control water chemistry Fill and test water systemCheck for gas leaks Inspect/fill condensate system Clean/Inspect Trap AssemblyCheck thermostat circuits Inspect/check condensate lines and fittingsStart the boiler Final checks before starting the boilerIf boiler does not start correctly Check system and boiler2Operating Instructions Models 55 Operating Instructions Model Natural Gas Propane Set space heating operationVerify DHW mode Configuration of the cascadeSet domestic hot water DHW operation General Operating informationProtection features Boiler temperature regulation Cascade Outdoor reset operation, if usedOperation Display Sequence of operationAccess modes InstallerUser 1Control Panel Knight wall mount boiler control moduleCall for Heat Information Dial Function Service technician Maintenance Maintenance and annual startupOwner maintenance See the following pages for instructions GeneralMaintenance Check all boiler wiring Check ignition ground wiringCheck control settings Flue vent system and air pipingCleaning boiler heat exchanger Check flame signalPerform start-up and checks Check burner flamePC Interface Diagrams2Wiring Diagram

WH 55-399 specifications

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