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Emech ® Hot/Cold Water Mixing Valve Model F3 Flanged Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual Please read and save these instructions 205-EN-D117922...
NOTES....................................22, 23 Armstrong International Designs, materials, weights and performance ratings are 221 Armstrong Blvd., Three Rivers, Michigan, 49093 - USA approximate and subject to change without notice. Visit Phone (269) 279-3602 Toll Free (888) HOT-HOSE (468-4673) armstronginternational.com/emech for up-to-date information.
More seriously, it may cause property damage, personal injury, production down-time and other losses. The customer should train its employees and contractors in the safe use of Armstrong products in relation to the customer’s specific application. If the customer does not understand a point in this manual, contact Armstrong or its authorized representative.
Emech Electronic Mixing Control (not shown) The Emech F3 3-port flange valve can be fitted with the Emech G1 electronic actuator, and Emech temperature probe. The calibrated temperature probe (NTC) fits the tapping in the outlet port, and connects via cable for the G1 actuator.
IO Armstrong International Designs, materials, weights and performance ratings are 221 Armstrong Blvd., Three Rivers, Michigan, 49093 - USA approximate and subject to change without notice. Visit Phone (269) 279-3602 Toll Free (888) HOT-HOSE (468-4673) armstronginternational.com/emech for up-to-date information.
All specifications are for water. Flows are quoted without terminal fittings, restrictors, or non-return valves on the inlets. (Non-return valves are recommended.) If operating at more than one maximum rated condition, contact Armstrong to confirm the application is appropriate. Definitions: Differential pressure across the valve from inlet to outlet.
Note: The above factors are cumulative but never more than 2 x the value shown in the Break Open Torque tables above. Armstrong International Designs, materials, weights and performance ratings are 221 Armstrong Blvd., Three Rivers, Michigan, 49093 - USA approximate and subject to change without notice. Visit Phone (269) 279-3602 Toll Free (888) HOT-HOSE (468-4673)
2) When the F3 valve is opened between 110° and 210° the valve is mixing. In this range use ∆P average in the sizing formula. 3) For accurate sizing for temperature control mixing see Armstrong website for sizing program. Simplified sizing formula ...
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2) When the F3 valve is opened between 110° and 210° the valve is mixing. In this range use ∆P average in the sizing formula. 3) For accurate sizing for temperature control mixing see Armstrong website for sizing program. Simplified sizing formula ...
(shown here with handle kit removed) Armstrong International Designs, materials, weights and performance ratings are 221 Armstrong Blvd., Three Rivers, Michigan, 49093 - USA approximate and subject to change without notice. Visit Phone (269) 279-3602 Toll Free (888) HOT-HOSE (468-4673)
Nozzle load orientations Armstrong International Designs, materials, weights and performance ratings are 221 Armstrong Blvd., Three Rivers, Michigan, 49093 - USA approximate and subject to change without notice. Visit Phone (269) 279-3602 Toll Free (888) HOT-HOSE (468-4673) armstronginternational.com/emech for up-to-date information.
For most circuits throttle valves at the mixing valve inlets work best. Continued..Armstrong International Designs, materials, weights and performance ratings are 221 Armstrong Blvd., Three Rivers, Michigan, 49093 - USA approximate and subject to change without notice. Visit Phone (269) 279-3602 Toll Free (888) HOT-HOSE (468-4673) armstronginternational.com/emech for up-to-date information.
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Armstrong International Designs, materials, weights and performance ratings are 221 Armstrong Blvd., Three Rivers, Michigan, 49093 - USA approximate and subject to change without notice. Visit Phone (269) 279-3602 Toll Free (888) HOT-HOSE (468-4673) armstronginternational.com/emech for up-to-date information.
(image 8). Armstrong International Designs, materials, weights and performance ratings are 221 Armstrong Blvd., Three Rivers, Michigan, 49093 - USA approximate and subject to change without notice. Visit Phone (269) 279-3602 Toll Free (888) HOT-HOSE (468-4673) armstronginternational.com/emech for up-to-date information.
Continued... Armstrong International Designs, materials, weights and performance ratings are 221 Armstrong Blvd., Three Rivers, Michigan, 49093 - USA approximate and subject to change without notice. Visit Phone (269) 279-3602 Toll Free (888) HOT-HOSE (468-4673) armstronginternational.com/emech for up-to-date information.
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All Stainless Steel Fasteners Armstrong International Designs, materials, weights and performance ratings are 221 Armstrong Blvd., Three Rivers, Michigan, 49093 - USA approximate and subject to change without notice. Visit Phone (269) 279-3602 Toll Free (888) HOT-HOSE (468-4673) armstronginternational.com/emech for up-to-date information.
The valve and actuator will operate as per a standard mounting assembly Continued..Armstrong International Designs, materials, weights and performance ratings are 221 Armstrong Blvd., Three Rivers, Michigan, 49093 - USA approximate and subject to change without notice. Visit Phone (269) 279-3602 Toll Free (888) HOT-HOSE (468-4673) armstronginternational.com/emech for up-to-date information.
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Graduated Coupling Continued…. Armstrong International Designs, materials, weights and performance ratings are 221 Armstrong Blvd., Three Rivers, Michigan, 49093 - USA approximate and subject to change without notice. Visit Phone (269) 279-3602 Toll Free (888) HOT-HOSE (468-4673) armstronginternational.com/emech for up-to-date information.
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(image 13). Armstrong International Designs, materials, weights and performance ratings are 221 Armstrong Blvd., Three Rivers, Michigan, 49093 - USA approximate and subject to change without notice. Visit Phone (269) 279-3602 Toll Free (888) HOT-HOSE (468-4673) armstronginternational.com/emech for up-to-date information.
Consequently, Armstrong is only able to provide general guidelines concerning the suitability and use of its products. It is not possible for Armstrong to provide specific guidelines for specific applications and operating environments simply because there are too many of them. Therefore, proper selection of a specific product for a specific application and operating environment, and its compatibility with other equipment to which it is attached, is the customer’s responsibility.
As a condition of enforcing any rights or remedies relating to Armstrong products, notice of any warranty or other claim relating to the products must be given in writing to Armstrong: (i) within 30 days of last day of the applicable warranty period, or (ii) within 30 days of the date of the manifestation of the condition or occurrence giving rise to the claim, whichever is earlier.
Notes: Armstrong International Designs, materials, weights and performance ratings are 221 Armstrong Blvd., Three Rivers, Michigan, 49093 - USA approximate and subject to change without notice. Visit Phone (269) 279-3602 Toll Free (888) HOT-HOSE (468-4673) armstronginternational.com/emech for up-to-date information.
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Notes: Armstrong International Designs, materials, weights and performance ratings are 221 Armstrong Blvd., Three Rivers, Michigan, 49093 - USA approximate and subject to change without notice. Visit Phone (269) 279-3602 Toll Free (888) HOT-HOSE (468-4673) armstronginternational.com/emech for up-to-date information.