Install Instructions

ManualsBrandsAmtrol ManualsExpansion tanksTHERM-X-TROL ST-42V-C ASME Expansion Tank (18 Gallon Volume)

READ CAREFULLY THE PRODUCT

INSTALLATION, OPERATING AND

MAINTENANCE MANUAL. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE

INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL MAY

RESULT IN SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY

DAMAGE, AND WILL VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY.

THIS PRODUCT MUST BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED

PROFESSIONAL. FOLLOW ALL APPLICABLE LOCAL AND

STATE CODES AND REGULATIONS, IN THE ABSENCE OF

SUCH CODES, FOLLOW THE CURRENT EDITIONS OF THE

NATIONAL PLUMBING CODE AND NATIONAL ELECTRIC

CODE, AS APPLICABLE.

This product must be installed by a qualified

professional.

EXPLOSION HAZARD. Failure to follow the

instructions in the accompanying product

manual can cause a rupture or explosion; possibly causing

serious or fatal injury, leaking or flooding and/or property damage.

Use only with potable water system. Do not

operate in a setting with freezing temperatures

or where the temperature can exceed 200°F and do not exceed

the maximum working pressure specified for this Product in the

Manual. Mount vertically only.

This Product, like most Products under

pressure, may over time corrode. weaken and

burst or explode, causing serious or fatal injury, leaking or

flooding and/or property damage. To minimize risk, a licensed

professional must install and periodically inspect and service the

Product. A drip pan connected to an adequate drain must be

installed if leaking or flooding could cause property damage. Do

not locate in an area where leakage of the tank or connections

could cause property damage to the area adjacent to the

appliance or to lower floors of the structure.

Chlorine & Aggressive Water: The water

quality can significantly influence the life of this

Product. You should test for corrosive elements, acidity, total

solids and other relevant contaminants, including chlorine and

treat your water appropriately to insure satisfactory performance

and prevent premature failure.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING:

This product contains a chemical known by the

State of California to cause cancer and to cause birth defects or

other reproductive harm. (California Installer/Contractor -

California law requires that this notice be given to consumer/end

user of this product.) For more information: www.amtrol.com/

prop65/htm.

THIS IS THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. IT IS

USED TO ALERT YOU TO POTENTIAL PERSONAL

INJURY AND OTHER HAZARDS. OBEY ALL

SAFETY MESSAGES THAT FOLLOW THIS SYMBOL

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY AS WELL AS

PROPERTY DAMAGE.

EXPLOSION OR RUPTURE HAZARD A relief

valve must be installed to prevent pressure in

excess of local code requirement or maximum working pressure

designated in the Product Manual, whichever is less. Do not

expose Product to freezing temperatures or temperatures in

excess of 200° F. Do not adjust the pre-charge or re-pressure

this Product except for any adjustments required at the time of

initial installation, especially if Product corroded, damaged or with

diminished integrity. Adjustments to pre-charge must be done at

ambient temperature only. Failure to properly size the Product or

follow these instructions may result in excessive strain on the

system and lead to Product failure, serious or fatal personal

injury, leakage and/or property damage.

NOTE: Inspect for shipping damage and notify freight carrier or

store where purchased immediately if damage is present. To

avoid risk of personal injury and property damage, if the product

appears to be malfunctioning or shows signs of corrosion, call a

qualified professional immediately. Current copies of the Product

manual can be viewed at www.amtrol.com. Use proper safety

equipment when installing.

FAILURE TO PROPERLY SEAL WILL

RESULT IN LOSS OF PRECHARGE

CAUSING PRODUCT TO FAIL.

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION -

ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY

ALERTS APPEAR IN THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS.

PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

MARK OF THE ORIGINATOR

* All ST-C Series models come with a 1 year warranty. See reverse side for warranty information.

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INSTALLATION, OPERATION & SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

THERM-X-TROL

THERMAL EXPANSION ABSOBERS (ST-5-C THROUGH ST-210V-C)

Part #: 9017-091 (04/11)

Summary of content (4 pages)

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INSTALLATION, OPERATION & SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS THERM-X-TROL® THERMAL EXPANSION ABSOBERS (ST-5-C THROUGH ST-210V-C) 1400 Division Road, West Warwick, RI 02893 T: 401.884.6300 F: 401.885.2567 www.amtrol.com PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY READ CAREFULLY THE PRODUCT INSTALLATION, OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND WILL VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY.
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Pre-Installation 1. Visually inspect THERM-X-TROL® for any damage. If damage exists return product for replacement. 2. Adjust pre-charge to equal incoming pressure. If increasing the pre-charge pressure above 55 psig, the following steps must be followed: a. Tank must be connected to the system with isolation valve open. b. System must be pressurized to 55-60 psi or slightly higher than the pre-charge setting of the tank. c. Isolation valve then needs to be closed. d.
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AMTROL INC. LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY Products covered: all Products manufactured by AMTROL Inc. (“AMTROL”) . This warranty cannot be transferred – it is extended only to the original Purchaser or First User of the Product. By accepting and keeping this Product you agree to all of the warranty terms and limitations of liability described below.
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