Acorn SFST VALVE - Manual (Page 2)

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SFST Installation & Operation Manual
You are required to thoroughly read all installation
instructions and product safety information before
beginning the installation of this product.
FAILURE TO READ AND FOLLOW PROPER
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PRODUCT
FAILURE WHICH CAN CAUSE PROPERTY
DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR
DEATH.
Acorn Controls is not responsible for damages
resulting from improper installation and/or
maintenance. Installation of this valve shall be in
accordance with Uniform Plumbing Code.
TO ENSURE ACCURATE AND RELIABLE
OPERATION OF THIS PRODUCT, IT IS
ESSENTIAL TO:
Ÿ Properly design the system to minimize
pressure and temperature variations.
Ÿ Implement an annual maintenance program
to ensure proper operation and temperature
setting of valve(s).
Ÿ This valve is factory preset. However, it can
be adjusted. It is the responsibility of the
installer and or facility maintenance personnel
to make sure valve outlet temperature does
not exceed 115°F (46°C) after installation,
maintenance or repair.
(Not provided by Acorn)
1. Wall anchors, screws nuts and washers as
required.
2. Lead free solder and flux for sealing water
connections.
3. Pipe fittings.
4. 5/8” wrench and 1/8” allen wrench.
Flush supply lines of all foreign material such as Ÿ
pipe dope, chips or solder prior to connecting to
mixing valve.
To ensure proper installation review the manual Ÿ
thoroughly to verify rough-ins before beginning
any work.
Installation and field adjustment are the Ÿ
responsibility of the installer.
Maximum water pressure is 125 psi (8.62 bars). Ÿ
Maximum inlet hot water temperature is 180°F
(82°C). Temperature adjustment range* is 90-
115°F (32-46°C). Valve assembly must be
drained prior to being subjected to freezing
temperatures. Valve includes integral check
valves.
PRESSURE
DROP
10
(69)
5.7
(21.4)
15
(103)
7
(26.2)
20
(138)
8
(30.2)
30
(207)
9.8
(37)
45
(310)
12
(45.4)
60
(414)
13.8
(52.4)
5
(34)
4
(15)
FLOW RATE
GPM (LPM)
PSID (KPA)
Cv
1.8
*In accordance with ASSE 1070 and ASSE 1069
WARNING: ! SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
Acorn Controls Division of Acorn Engineering Company ® , A member of Morris Group International ™
!
IMPORTANT
Date: 04/01/14 Manual #7802-117-000