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General information
This manual is intended to cover installation, operation, and
maintenance procedures for Lochinvar's SJS Storage Tank.
Instructions may not be specific to every system.
If questions are not answered by this manual, or if specific
installation, operation, and/or maintenance procedures are
not clearly understood, contact Lochinvar for clarification
before proceeding.
Storage Tanks are designed for indoor use only. It should
be located on a level surface (no more than one-half degree
of slope), capable of supporting the total weight of the unit
when filled to capacity.
The unit should be mounted to the floor following applicable
architectural and local code requirements for the specific
installation site. NOTE: Tanks do not come standard with
floor tie downs.
For all piping connections, the use and/or type of joint
compound or sealer on the joints should be determined
by referring to local codes, accepted standards, and/or the
requirements of the installing contractor.
Areas of potential danger:
WARNING
1. All water lines, joints, and valves.
2. If the unit has been in operation, allow
the water in the heater and all
components and surfaces (tank surface,
water piping, etc.,) to cool before
starting any maintenance procedures.
3. Assure that all power to associated water
heating equipment has been shut off
and disconnected before attempting
any procedures.
4. Assure that all incoming and outgoing
water lines have been shut off at the
manual shutoff valves.
Heated water presents situations that
WARNING
can be very dangerous due to the fact
they are under pressure and at very high
temperatures. To avoid possible injury or
death, use common sense and follow all
accepted and recommended procedures
when performing installation, operation,
and maintenance procedures.
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The combination of electricity and water
WARNING
can pose a very dangerous situation.
Assure that all power has been shut off /
disconnected from any associated water
heater equipement before attempting any
installation or maintenance procedures.
Tank construction
Storage Tanks are pre-engineered and pre-assembled complete
with all fittings. And like every Lochinvar product, they are
thoroughly tested to ensure proper performance from the
moment they are installed.
Gallon Capacities -- Lochinvar tanks are available in gallon
capacities from 60 to 119 gallons.
Pressure Rating -- Lochinvar tanks are available with a
maximum 150 psi working pressure.
Temperature Rating -- Lochinvar tanks are available with a
maximum temperature of 210°F.
Tank -- Lochinvar tanks are constructed of 316L stainless steel
with Polypropylene/ABS jackets to prevent rusting.
Insulation -- Tanks are insulated with a Polyeurethane foam
mixture that has an R value of R-16. These tanks are for indoor
installation only.
Relief Valve Tapping -- A tapping is provided for the installation
of a factory supplied ASME/ANSI safety relief valve.
Hot Water Recirculation Tappings -- Lochinvar storage tanks
will have two (2) tappings on the tank to provide recirculation
piping between the tank and a hot water source.
Hot Water Outlet -- A Hot Water Outlet Tapping is positioned
on the top of the tank for connection to the building system.
Drain -- A tapping or drain pipe will be connected to a low
point on the tank for drainage.
Aquastat Bulbwell -- All Lochinvar tanks are provided with a
bulbwell for the location of control sensors.
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