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CALEFFI 553 Series Manual

CALEFFI 553 Series Manual

Pre-adjustable filling units

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© Copyright 2015 Caleffi
Function
The automatic filling valve is a device consisting of a pressure reducing valve with
compensating seat, visual system pressure setting indicator, an inlet filter, anti-scale
internal parts, a shut-off valve and a check valve.
It is installed on the water inlet piping in sealed heating systems, and its main function
is to maintain the pressure of the system stable at a set value, automatically filling up
with water as required.
This valve has been designed as pre-adjustable, which means that it can be
adjusted at the required pressure value before the system charging phase.
After installation, during the filling or topping-off phase, the water feed will stop when
the set pressure is reached filling 50% faster than other valves. There are no levers to
flip or valve to close.
Pre-assembled with the 573 series backflow preventer, the AutoFill ™ Combo features
an atmospheric vent which is designed to protect drinking water systems from return
flow, caused by back-siphoning or back pressure, of contaminated fluids. The 573
series has been specifically certified to standards CSA B64.3 and ASSE 1012.
553
Product Range
Technical
Filling unit
Specifications
Materials - body:
Performance
Suitable fluids:
Max. percentage of glycol:
Max. inlet pressure:
Preset outlet pressure:
Factory setting:
Indicator accuracy:
Max. working temperature:
Pressure gauge scale:
Connections - 553542A
553542A ½" M NPT inlet x ½" F NPT outlet
553549A ½" sweat inlet x ½" F NPT outlet
553642A ½" M NPT inlet x ½" F NPT outlet / gauge
553649A ½" sweat inlet x ½" F NPT outlet / gauge
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1/2" male NPT inlet x 1/2" female NPT outlet
1/2" sweat inlet x 1/2" female NPT outlet
1/2" male NPT inlet x 1/2" female NPT outlet
1/2" sweat inlet x 1/2" female NPT outlet
38467.03
553 Series
.brass
PA 66 GF 30
NBR
water, glycol solution
50%
230 psi (16 bar)
3–60 psi (0.2–4 bar)
15 psi (1.035 bar)
±2 psi (±0.15 bar)
150°F (65°C)
0–60 psi / 0–6 bar)

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Summary of Contents for CALEFFI 553 Series

  • Page 1 38467.03 www.caleffi.com Pre-adjustable filling units 553 Series © Copyright 2015 Caleffi Function The automatic filling valve is a device consisting of a pressure reducing valve with compensating seat, visual system pressure setting indicator, an inlet filter, anti-scale internal parts, a shut-off valve and a check valve.
  • Page 2: Safety Instruction

    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. CAUTION: All work must be performed by qualified personnel trained in the proper application, installation, and maintenance of systems in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances.
  • Page 3: Installation

    Removable filter The cartridge containing the operating mechanisms, protected by a large cartidge surface area strainer, is removable. This makes it very easy and quick to carry out inspections, internal cleaning and even replacement of the cartridge itself. Water intake is proportional to the air vented from the system. Installation 1.
  • Page 4 Expansion vessel Air separator Replacement parts NA103 Replacement gauge 0–60 psi/0–4 bar, ¼" NPT F59650 AutoFill™ 553 series replacement cartridge NA10197 AutoFill™ clear plastic disc cover Caleffi North America, Inc. 3883 West Milwaukee Road Milwaukee, WI 53208 T: 414.238.2360 F: 414.238.2366...
  • Page 5 The Caleffi 573 series Is certified by ICC-ES to be in compliance with the International Plumbing Code (IPC), International Residential Code (IRC), Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), and standards ASSE 1012- 2009, and CSA B64.3-94.
  • Page 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTION / CONSIGNE DE SÉCURITÉ 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. Ce symbole d'avertissement servira dans ce manuel à...
  • Page 7 VENT Flow rate graph Dp (psi) (psi) (bar) Cv = 0.7...
  • Page 8 The Caleffi 573 series backflow preventer must be installed preferably horizontally and following the flow direction indicated by the arrow on the valve body. The Caleffi 573 series backflow preventer must be installed with one isolating valve and a strainer upstream and one isolating valve downstream.
  • Page 9: Installation Diagram

    Installation diagram Heating system application VENT Vent Drain Floor Air gap MAINS SUPPLY VENT Field testing installation Backflow preventer 573 series Inlet test Upstream Y-strainer Upstream Downstream Downstream cock shut-off valve test cock test cock shut-off valve MAINS SUPPLY VENT...
  • Page 10 Water must not drip from the vent port indicating that the second check valve is not leaking. Service The internal parts of the backflow preventer are replaceable. Spare parts are available upon request. CALEFFI Hydronic Components Caleffi North America, Inc. 3883 West Milwaukee Road Milwaukee, WI 53208 T: 414.238.2360 F: 414.238.2366 2-08-16...

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