Low Water Level Fault Test - Benchmark BMK 1500 User Manual

6.4 LOW WATER LEVEL FAULT TEST

To simulate a low water level fault, proceed as follows:
1. Set the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position
2. Close the water shut-off valves in the supply and return piping to the unit.
3. Slowly open the drain valve on the rear of the unit. If necessary the unit's relief valve
may be opened to aid in draining.
4. Continue draining the unit until a LOW WATER LEVEL fault message is displayed and
the FAULT indicator flashes.
5. Place the unit in the Manual Mode and raise the valve position above 30%.
6. Set the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. The READY light should remain off and the
unit should not start. If the unit does start, shut the unit off immediately and refer fault to
qualified service personnel.
7. Close the drain and pressure relief valve used in draining the unit.
8. Open the water shut-off valve in the return piping to the unit.
9. Open the water supply shut-off valve to the unit to refill.
10. After the shell is full, press the LOW WATER LEVEL RESET button to reset the low
water cutoff.
11. Press the CLEAR button to reset the FAULT LED and clear the displayed error
message.
12. Set the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. The unit is now ready for operation.
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Benchmark 1500 - 2000 Boilers
CHAPTER 6 – SAFETY DEVICE TESTING
Low Water Level Fault
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