CALEFFI NA51 Series User manual

Function
A check valve ensures that water only flows in a single direction of a
plumbing or hydronic system. The NA51 series low-lead serviceable
inline spring check valves, ideal for residential and commercial
applications, feature union connections with a variety of end connection
options for easy installation and maintenance. The valve is constructed
of a stainless steel body and low-lead brass or copper tailpieces. It
complies with low lead laws and listed by ICC-ES, and meets codes
IPC, IRC, UPC and NPC for use in accordance with the US and
Canadian plumbing codes.
Low-lead serviceable inline check valves
NA51 series
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Product range
Serviceable inline spring check valves:
NA5212 series with NPT female and male threaded, press, PEX crimp and expansion, and sweat
dual union connections, flowing Cv 17............................................ sizes ½" and ¾”
NA5213 series with NPT female and male threaded, press, PEX crimp and expansion, and sweat
dual union connections, flowing Cv 30........................................... sizes 1" and 1¼"
NA5214 series with NPT female and male threaded, press, PEX crimp and expansion, and sweat
dual union connections, flowing Cv 75........................................ sizes 1½" and 2"
Technical specications
Materials - body: stainless steel
- check valve: . NBR, POM
color black in NA512 (sizes ½” & ¾”)
color white in NA513 & NA514 (sizes 1” - 2”)
- fitting tailpieces: low-lead brass or copper
Performance
Suitable fluids: water and non-hazardous glycol solution up to 50%
Max. Working pressure: 150 psi (10 bar)
Operating temperature range: NA512: 32 to 250°F (0 to 121°C)
NA513, NA514: 32 to 150°F (0 to 65°C)
Max. temperature, NA513, NA514 only: for one hour: 190°F (88°C)
Opening pressure differential: 0.25 psi (size ½" through 1¼")
0.50 psi (size 1½" & 2")
Certications
1. Complies with codes IPC, IRC, UPC and NPC.
2. NSF/ANSI/CAN 372, Drinking Water System
Components-Lead Content Reduction of Lead
in Drinking Water Act, California Health and Safety
Code 116875 S.3874, Reduction in Drinking Water
Act, Vermont Act 193 - The Lead in Plumbing
Supplies Law and Maryland’s Lead Free Law HB.372,
certified by ICC-ES, file PMG-1360.
4. PEX crimp fittings designed to ASTM F 1807.
5. PEX expansion fittings designed to ASTM F 1960.

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.
CAUTION: Over-tightening and breakage can occur with the use of Teflon®
pipe joint compounds. Teflon®provides lubricity so that care must be
exercised not to over-tighten joints. Failure to follow these instructions
could result in property damage and /or personal injury.
WARNING: System fluids under pressure or temperature can be
hazardous. Be sure the pressure has been reduced to zero and the
system temperature is below 100°F (38°C). Failure to follow these
instructions could result in property damage and/or personal injury.
Caleffi shall not be liable for damages resulting from stress corrosion, misapplication or misuse of it products.
CAUTION: Make sure that all the connecting pipework is water tight.
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which is known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

CONSIGNE DE SÉCURITÉ
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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 formé à la bonne application, installation et maintenance des systèmes
conformément aux codes et règlements locaux.
ATTENTION: Un serrage excessif et la rupture peut se produire avec
l’utilisation de composés à joint de tuyau en Téflon®. Pouvoir lubrifiant Teflon®
permet de sorte qu’il faut prendre soin de ne pas trop serrer les articulations.
Le non-respect de ces instructions peut entraîner des dommages matériels
et/ou des blessures.
AVERTISSEMENT: Les liquides du système sont sous pression ou de la
température peuvent être dangereux. Être sûr que la pression a été réduite
à zéro et la température du système est inférieure à 100°F (38°C). Le non-
respect de ces instructions peut entraîner des dommages matériels et/ou des
blessures.Le non-respect de ces instructions peut entraîner des dommages
matériels et/ou des blessures.
ATTENTION: S'assurer que tous les raccordements sont étanches.
Caleffi ne pourra être tenue responsable des dommages résultant de la corrosion, d’une mauvaise
utilisation ou une mauvaise utilisation des produits.
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AVERTISSEMENT: Ce produit peut vous exposer à des produits chimiques comme le
plomb, qui est connu dans l’État de Californie pour causer le cancer, dommages à la
naissance ou autre. Pour plus d’informations rendez-vous www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

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A
C
B’
A
AA
AA
NPT female
sweat
press*
PEX crimp
A A
PEX
expansion
A A
Dimensions
*Lay length:
½" press- 2 7/16 inch.
¾" press- 2 5/16 inch.
1" press- 4 inch.
1 ¼" press- 5 7/8inch.
1 ½" press- 5 1/8 inch.
2" press- 7 7/8 inch.
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Code A B B' C Wt
(lb)
NA51200 1" metric, no fittings (1) --
1 9/16"
5/8" 1.0
NA51240 ½" NPT Male 3 5/8"
13/16" 1.5
NA51249 ½" SWT 3 1/8"
NA51243 ½" NPT Female 4"
NA51246 ½" press 3 15/16"
NA51247 ½" PEX crimp 4 15/16"
NA51248 ½" PEX expansion 5 3/16"
NA51250 ¾" NPT Male 3 5/16"
NA51259 ¾" SWT 3 5/8"
NA51253 ¾" NPT Female 4 3/16"
NA51256 ¾" press 4 5/16"
NA51257 ¾" PEX crimp 4 15/16"
NA51258 ¾" PEX expansion 5 5/8"
NA51300 1 ½" metric, no fittings (1) --
1 ¾"
¾" 1.5
NA51360 1" NPT Male 4 1/8"
1 1/8" 2.0
NA51369 1" SWT 3 7/8"
NA51363 1" NPT Female 3 7/8"
NA51366 1" press 5 7/8"
NA51370 1 ¼" NPT Male 5 3/8"
NA51379 1 ¼" SWT 3 3/8"
NA51373 1 ¼" NPT Female 5 3/8"
NA51376 1 ¼" press 7 7/8"
NA51400 2 ½" metric, no fittings (1) --
2 ¼"
1 ¼"2.0
NA51480 1 ½" NPT Male 6 7/8"
1 ¾" 3.0
NA51489 1 ½" SWT 6 5/8"
NA51486 1 ½" press 7 7/8"
NA51490 2" NPT Male 6 7/8"
NA51499 2" SWT 5 3/8"
NA51493 2" NPT Female 5 5/8"
NA51496 2" press 10 7/8"
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Installation
The Caleffi NA51 series spring check valve may be installed in either a vertical or horizontal position.
Pipe lines should be thoroughly cleaned and flushed before installing the check valve. A strainer should
be installed ahead of the check to prevent unnecessary malfunction. Install shutoff valves on inlet and
outlet of check to facilitate servicing and maintenance. Install the check valve with the arrow on the valve
body pointing in the direction of flow. Allow a minimum of 5 pipe diameters upstream straight pipe to
reduce turbulence at the check valve.
Service and Maintenance
Turn off supply water, or make sure inlet and outlet shutoff valves are in closed position, before servicing.
The Caleffi NA51 series check valves have union connections for easy removal to inspect, clean, and
either replace the plastic check valve insert, or replace the entire check valve altogether. The check
valve may be disassembled and cleaned to remove dirt, debris or scale. Always use new washers when
reassembling and do not over tighten the union nuts. The plastic check valve insert can be replaced, if
necessary, using a hammer and punch; it cannot be re-used, a new check valve insert will be necessary.

NOTES
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Typical application diagram
electronically-managed
point of distribution
mixing valve
variable speed recirculation circulator
on each branch return
cold
water
check
valves
Figure 5-1
Caleffi North America, Inc.
3883 West Milwaukee Road
Milwaukee, WI 53208
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05-2023
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