
In-Service Testing
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Purpose
The purpose of in service tests is to regularly monitor and record the performance of the
thermostatic mixing valve. Deterioration in performance can indicate the need for service
work on the valve and / or water supplies.
Procedure
Using the same measuring equipment or equipment to the same specification as used in
the commissioning section, adjust the temperature of the mixed water in accordance with
the manufactures instructions and the requirement of the application, Carry out the
following sequence.
a) Record the temperature of the hot and cold water supplies.
b) Record the temperature of the mixed water at the largest draw-off flow rate.
c) Record the temperature of the mixed water at a smaller draw-off flow rate,
which shall be measured.
If the mixed water temperature has changed significantly from the previous test results
(e.g. >1K), record the change and before re-adjusting the mixed water temperature
check:a) That any in-line or integral strainers are clean.
b) Any in-line or integral check valves or other anti-back siphonage devices are in
good working order.
c) Any isolating valves are fully open.
With an acceptable mixed water temperature, complete the following procedure:
a) Record the temperature of the hot and cold water supplies.
b) Record the temperature of the mixed water at the largest draw-off flow rate.
c) Record the temperature of the mixed water at a smaller draw-off flow rate,
which shall be measured.
d) Isolate the cold water supply to the mixing valve and monitor the mixed water
temperature.
e) Record the maximum temperature achieved as a result of (d) and the final
stabilised temperature.
f) Record the equipment, thermometer etc. used for the measurements.
If at step (e) the final mixed water temperature is greater than 41ºC and / or the
maximum temperature exceeds the corresponding value from the previous results by
more than about 2K, the need for service work is indicated.
Note: In-service tests should be carried out with a frequency, which identifies a need for
service work before an unsafe water temperature can result. In the absence of any other
instruction or guidance, the procedure described in Annex F of D 08 may be used.