Amtrol SOLAR EXTROL SE-15 Installation & Operation Instructions

NOTE: Inspect for shipping damage. 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, shows signs of corrosion, or if indicator cap is discolored, call a qualified professional
immediately. Current copies of the product manual can be viewed at www.amtrol.com. Use proper safety equipment when installing.
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.
USE ONLY IN RESIDENTIAL CLOSED HYDRONIC
SYSTEMS. Do not install on domestic water
systems, or in open heating systems. Corrosion and tank failure may
result. Use a Therm-X-Trol
systems. Use a Solar EXTROL
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, 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 leaking could cause
property damage to the area adjacent to the appliance or to lower floors
of the structure.
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.html
INSTALLATION & OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
For Use In Closed-Loop Solar Heating Systems Only
or Therm-X-Span for domestic water
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for closed-loop solar heating systems.
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SOLAR EXTROL
CLOSED LOOP SYSTEM EXPANSION TANKS
Models SE-15, SE-30, SE-60
RUPTURE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD. Do not
expose product to freezing temperatures or
temperatures in excess of 250° F (Intermittent); 225° F (Continuous).
Do not adjust the pre-charge or re-charge this Product except during
installation or regular inspection. Replace the Product and do not adjust
the pre-charge if 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 may lead to Product failure, serious
or fatal personal injury, leakage, and/or property damage.
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. At
least once every 3 years or if discharge is present, a licensed contractor
should inspect the pressure relief valve and replace if corrosion is evident
or the valve does not function. FAILURE TO INSPECT THIS VALVE AS
DIRECTED COULD RESULT IN UNSAFE PRESSURE BUILD-UP
WHICH CAN RESULT IN PRODUCT FAILURE, SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH AND/OR SEVERE PROPERTY DAMAGE AND VOID THE
PRODUCT WARRANTY.
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.
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