Owner manual

Expansion Tanks for Potable Water Systems
ASME And Non-Code
WARNING: Label Part No. 9015-463
must be installed in this location.
If missing, it must be replaced.
WARNING: Label Part No. 9017-078
must be installed in this location.
If missing, it must be replaced.
INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THIS MANUAL FOR THE OWNER’S USE.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTION
This safety alert symbol will be used in this manual to
draw attention to safety related instructions. When used, the safety
alert symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY
IS INVOLVED! FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY
RESULT IN A SAFETY HAZARD.
WARNING: Explosion Hazard.
A relief valve must be installed to prevent pressure in
excess of local code requirements or maximum working
pressure in manual, whichever is less. This product must be
installed by a qualified professional. Failure to follow the instructions
in the accompanying product manual may cause a rupture or explo-
sion. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal
injury or death and property damage and void product warranty.
DESCRIPTION
Series “PT” and “PTA” expansion tanks are precharged diaphragm-
type vessels. The PTA Series meet the requirements of the ASME
boiler and pressure vessels code. The Series “PT” and “PTA” tanks
are designed to absorb the force of expanding water and protect the
potable water system from pressure build up. Refer to table 1 on
page 2 for pressure and temperature information.
WARNING: Carefully read the Instruction Manual to avoid
serious personal injury and property hazards and to
ensure safe use and proper care of this product.
WARNING: Use only potable water. Installer must comply
with all plumbing codes. Do not operate in a setting where
the temperature or pressure can exceed the maximum
limitation specified. Refer to Table 1 on page 2 for the maximum lim-
itations specified. Failure to follow this instruction may result in seri-
ous personal injury or death and property damage.
WARNING: Do not locate this product where leaking or
flood could cause damage to the surrounding area. A drip
pan connected to an adequate drain must be installed if
leaking or flooding could cause property damage. Failure to follow
this instruction may result in property damage.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
A. Pre-Installation
1. Visually inspect expansion tank and check for damage
prior to installation.
WARNING: If the expansion tank is damaged, it must be
replaced. Failure to follow this instruction may result in
serious personal injury or death and property damage.
2. Adjust pre-charge to equal incoming pressure.
3. Replace and tighten plastic cap on air fitting.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
V58303B