CALEFFI MixCal 521 Series Installation And Commissioning Manual

CALEFFI MixCal 521 Series Installation And Commissioning Manual

Adjustable three-way thermostatic mixing valve
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MixCal™ Adjustable three-way thermostatic mixing valve
© Copyright 2017 Caleffi
INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING MANUAL
Function
The Caleffi MixCal™ three-way thermostatic mixing valve is used in
systems producing domestic hot water or in hydronic and radiant
heating systems. With the unique mixing chamber design, MixCal™
produces very stable mixed water temperture as inlet temperatures
and pressures vary. Scale formation is minimized with anti-scale
polymer sliding surfaces, preventing siezing or erratic mixed
temperatures. O-ring seals made from durable peroxide-cured EPDM
resist wear from common water treatment additives such as chlorine
and chloramines.
Product range
521A Series Three-way thermostatic mixing valve:
"C" models include inlet check valves. "419, 519, 619" models include
outlet gauge adapter. Connections: union thread NPT male, sizes ½",
¾", 1"; union sweat, sizes ½", ¾", 1"; union press, sizes ½" , ¾", 1";
union PEX crimp, sizes ½" , ¾", 1".
Technical Characteristics
Materials:
-Body:
-Shutter, seats and sliding guides:
-Springs:
-Seals:
Suitable fluids:
Setting range (outlet temperature):
Tolerance:
Max. working pressure (static):
Max. operating differential pressure (dynamic):
Max. recommended differential pressure:
Max. hot water inlet temperature:
Max. inlet pressure ratio (H/C or C/H) for optimum performance:
Min. temperature difference between hot water inlet and mixed
water outlet for optimum performance:
Min. flow rate to ensure optimal performance:
Lay length, hot to cold inlet:
Certified to:
1. ASSE 1017/CSA B125.3, certified by ICC-ES, file
PMG-1357
2. NSF/ANSI 372-2011, Drinking Water System
Components-Lead Content Reduction of Lead in
Drinking Water Act, California Health and Safety
Code 116875 S.3874, Reduction of Lead in
Drinking Water Act, certified by ICC-ES, file
PMG-1360.
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low-lead brass (<0.25% lead content)
peroxide-cured EPDM
water, 30% max glycol solution
85–150°F (30–65°C)
1.0 GPM (3.8 L/min)
(½" & ¾" press connection)
(1" press connection)
38476.10
521 series
PPO
stainless steel
±3°F (±2°C)
200 psi (14 bar)
75 psi (5 bar)
20 psi (1.5 bar)
200°F (93°C)
2:1
27ºF (15ºC)
3
/
"
5
8
4
/
"
1
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  • Page 1 © Copyright 2017 Caleffi INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING MANUAL Function The Caleffi MixCal™ three-way thermostatic mixing valve is used in systems producing domestic hot water or in hydronic and radiant heating systems. With the unique mixing chamber design, MixCal™ produces very stable mixed water temperture as inlet temperatures and pressures vary.
  • 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 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 preformed by qualified personnel trained in the proper application, installation, and maintenance of systems in accordance with all applicable codes and ordinances.
  • Page 3: Consigne De Sécurité

    CONSIGNE DE SÉCURITÉ Ce symbole d'avertissement servira dans ce manuel à attirer l'attention sur la sécurité concernant instructions. Lorsqu'il est utilisé, ce symbole signifie. ATTENTION! DEVENEZ ALERTE ! VOTRE SÉCURITÉ EST EN JEU ! NE PAS SUIVRE CES INSTRUCTIONS PEUT PROVOQUER UN RISQUE DE SECURITE. ATTENTION: Tous les travaux doivent être effectués par du personnel qualifié...
  • Page 4 Operating principle The controlling element of the three-way thermostatic mixing valve is a thermostatic sensor fully immersed in the mixed water outlet tube which, as it expands or contracts, continuously establishes the correct proportion of hot and cold water entering the valve. The regulation of these flows is by means of a piston sliding in a cylinder between the hot and cold water passages.
  • Page 5: Installation

    Caleffi MixCal series 521 thermostatic mixing valves are designed to be installed at the hot water heater. The Caleffi Mix Cal series 521 valve cannot be used for tempering water temperature at fixtures as a point-of-use valve. They are not designed to provide scald protection or anti-chill service.
  • Page 6: Check Valves

    “521 A” model thermostatic mixing valves (these models do not contain integral check valves in the hot and cold inlet ports). As a convenience for easier installations, the Caleffi code “521 AC” model series thermostatic mixing valves include integral check valves in the hot and cold inlet ports.
  • Page 7: Temperature Adjustment

    T = 155°F (68°C), with: T = 55°F (13°C), P = 43 psi (13 bar) cold Application Diagrams Safety relief valve Check valve Safety relief valve CALEFFI CALEFFI Isolation valve Check valve Safety relief valve CALEFFI CALEFFI Expansion vessel...
  • Page 8 Replacement fittings Complete kit Valve size Connection Union Nut Tailpiece Washer NA20640 R31981 NPT male NA20640C 59893A F61008 NA20649 NA10002 Sweat NA20649C ½ inch 59904A F50055 NA20646 Press incl. w/ tailpc NA16264 NA20647 F0000492 PEX crimp F61008 NA20647A NA10484 NA20650 31901A NPT male NA20650C...
  • Page 9: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Under normal operating conditions the Caleffi 521 thermostatic mixing valve will provide a very high level of performance. However, in some circumstances, where the following maintenance schedule is not followed problems may arise. Recommended maintenance schedule: Tests should be conducted regularly to monitor the thermostatic mixing valve performance, as deterioration of performance could indicate that the valve and/or the system require maintenance.
  • Page 10 Symptoms Cause Corrective action Hot water at the cold taps a) Operation of check valve is - Replace faulty check valve hindered; Check valve is not sealing correctly. b) Check valves not fitted. Fluctuating mixed water a) Erratic supply temperatures at - Restore inlet conditions within temperature the inlet of the valve.
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  • Page 12 Caleffi North America, Inc. 3883 West Milwaukee Road Milwaukee, WI 53208 T: 414.238.2360 F: 414.238.2366 12-1-17...

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