Taco Comfort Solutions 0015-MSF-IFC User manual

Instruction Sheet
0015-MSF-IFC Multi-Speed Cartridge Circulator
with Integral Flow Check
102-433
APPLICATI N:
• Maximum operating pressure is 125 psi (862 kPa).
• Maximum water temperature not to exceed nameplate rating.
• Cast iron circulators are to be used for closed loop systems only.
• Stainless steel circulators are to be used on open, potable water systems.
• Taco Cartridge circulator pumps are for indoor use only – employer uniquement a
l´interieur.
• For use with water or maximum of 50% glycol/water mix systems only.
CAUTI N: 1. The addition of petroleum based fluids or certain chemical additives to systems
utilizing TAC equipment voids the warranty.
2. Use supply wires suitable for 90°C – ATTENTI N: Employer des fils d´alimentation
adequats pour 90°C.
WARNING: To avoid electrical shock, disconnect the power supply to the circulator and the main
electrical unit.
WARNING: Do not use in swimming pool or spa areas; pump has not been investigated for this
application.
WARNING: In the event the electrical box has been pulled off of the housing, D N T attempt to
reattach it. Use of any other screw may short out the stator windings, creating a risk of
electrical shock.
CAUTI N: When installing electrical connections, do not apply mechanical loads to the capacitor
box; otherwise, retaining screws may be pulled out of the housing, making circulator
unusable.
SUPERSEDES: June 1, 2014 EFFECTIVE: August 10, 2015
Plant ID# 001-4002
CAUTI N: Installations at higher elevations over 5000 feet must have higher fill pressure of 20 psi
minimum to prevent pump cavitation and flashing. Premature failure may result. Adjust
expansion tank pressure to equal fill pressure. A larger size expansion tank may be required.
INSTALLATI N:
1. Location – Install the “OO” circulator on the supply side of the boiler “pumping away” from the expansion tank as shown in
Figure 1. This is the best pump location for optimum system performance and maintaining positive system pressure. An alter-
nate location is on the boiler return line as shown in Figure 2.
2. Mounting position – Mount circulator with the motor in the horizontal position. It may be mounted vertically with the
motor up, provided that the system cold fill pressure is at least 20 psi (138 kPa) to ensure proper air purging and prevent
flashing.
3. Rotating body – Body has an arrow on the front that indicates direction of flow. To rotate body, remove the four body
bolts, rotate body and replace bolts. Make sure that the junction box is OT located underneath the circulator. (The
junction box must OT be located in the 6 o’clock position, as viewed from the motor end.)
4. Electrical connections – Observe all applicable codes when connecting to power supply.
The motor is thermally protected, and does not require additional overload protection.
Either colored wire from the capacitor box can be attached to either colored wire from the
power supply. There is no “hot” or “common” wire leading from the capacitor box. Typical
installation would be to attach the white wire to the white (common) power supply wire and
either the yellow or blue wire to the black (hot) power supply wire. The pump cannot run
backwards.
SPEED Amps (Watts)
1 0.54 (58)
2 0.74 (79)
3 0.85 (98)
ELECTRICAL DATA
CAUTI N: Do not use flat rubber gaskets on pump flanges. nly use -ring gaskets provided or
leaking will result. Warranty will be void.

KEY:
VI, V2, V3 = SHUT-OFF ISOLATION VALVE
P = TACO IFC CIRCULATOR
FF = FAST FILL BOILER FEED VALVE
PV4 = PURGE VALVE
RECOMMENDED PURGING STEPS:
1. CLOSE V1, PV4, V2
2. OPEN V3
3. OPEN FF VALVE
4. OPEN V2, PV4, TO PURGE LAST ZONE
FIRST (ZONE 3)
5. CLOSE FF VALVE
6. CLOSE V2, PV4
7. REPEAT STEPS 1 TO 6 FOR EACH
ADDITIONAL ZONE, PURGE ZONE 1 LAST
8. OPEN V1 WHEN ALL ZONES ARE PURGED
9. ADJUST SYSTEM TO DESIRED OPERATING FILL
PRESSURE IF REQUIRED
5. Fill system with tap water or maximum 50% glycol/water mix – The system must be filled before operating the circulator. The
bearings are water lubricated and should not be allowed to operate dry. Filling the system will result in immediate lubrication
of the bearings. It is always good practice to flush a new system of foreign matter before starting the circulator.
6. Circulator operation – Operate the circulator for 5 minutes at full speed immediately after flushing the system to purge
remaining air from the bearing chamber. This is especially important when installing the circulator during the off-season.
7. Turn speed dial on circulator to the desired speed and performance range. See Figure 3.
CAUTI N: Never run circulator dry or permanent damage may result.

Your “00” circulator with an Integral Flow Check (IFC) is
designed for easy removal, service and replacement. Please fol-
low these instructions to ensure proper service and operation of
the circulator.
REM VAL:
1. Disconnect power to circulator and related equipment.
2. Shut off water supply. Isolate circulator using service valves
or drain system if valves are not available.
3. Allow system to cool to prevent scalding. Loosen flange bolts
slowly to relieve system pressure and remove circulator from
the system. Access the IFC located in the discharge flange
(Figure 4).
4. Using needle nose pliers, carefully grip the IFC body and
remove slowly.
PR PER REM VAL/REPLACEMENT F THE INTEGRAL FL W CHECK (IFC)
Figure 4: View of IFC in discharge
flange of “00” pump casing.
0015-MSF3-IFC
TOTAL FLOW (gpm)
012 3 4 5 6 7 8 91011121314151617181920
TOTAL HEAD (ft)
0
2
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
Flow (m3/h)
0.0 0.5 1.0 1.5 2.0 2.5 3.0 3.5 4.0 4.5
Head (m)
0.0
0.5
1.0
1.5
2.0
2.5
3.0
3.5
4.0
4.5
5.0
5.5
6.0
6.5
7.0
H
M
L
LLow - Speed 1
MMedium - Speed 2
High - Speed 3
H
Multi-Speed Circulators
Figure 3: Multi-Speed Control Dial
PUMP REPLACEMENT CR SS REFERENCE
60 Hz PERF RMANCE FIELD:
3-Speed Models
TAC Armstrong Grundfos Wilo B & G
0015-MSF-IFC * Astro-230-3 UPS15-58FC Star-S16F RF-25
Astro-250-3 Star-S21F
* Replaces Taco 00R-MSF-IFC 3-speed.
IFC Replacement Kit: Part #0010-025RP

REPLACEMENT:
1. Make sure the IFC pocket is clean and free of any debris.
2. Position IFC into the machined pocket inside the casing as shown in Figure 4. Firmly press the IFC into the pocket until
it snaps into place.
3. Reinstall circulator with new flange gaskets, if required.
4. Open water supply and refill system. Check for any leaks.
5. Reconnect power to circulator and check for proper operation of system.
REPLACING M T R ASSEMBLY:
1. Disconnect the electrical supply.
2. Reduce system pressure to 0 psi and allow system to return to room temperature. Isolate the circulator by closing the
service valves or draining the system.
3. Remove the body bolts and swing motor assembly away from the body.
4. Transfer impeller cartridge from old motor to new motor making sure the cover plate is between the cartridge flange and
motor housing.
5. Install new motor, and reassemble circulator using the new gasket and bolts supplied.
6. Follow the “installation” procedure to start up the circulator
REPLACING CARTRIDGE ASSEMBLY:
1. Disconnect the electrical supply.
2. Reduce system pressure to 0 psi and allow system to return to room temperature. Isolate the circulator by closing the
service valves or draining the system.
3. Remove the body bolts and swing motor assembly away from the body.
4. Pull cartridge out of the motor housing.
5. Install replacement cartridge, making sure that the cover plate is between the cartridge flange and motor.
6. Make sure the replacement cartridge corresponds to the full circulator product number. A complete parts list is available
from your local plumbing supply wholesaler.
7. Reassemble the circulator using the new gasket and bolts supplied.
8. Follow the “Installation” procedure to start up the circulator.
REPLACING CAPACIT R:
1. Replacement capacitor must have same rating as originally furnished.
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
Taco, Inc. will repair or replace without charge (at
the company’s option) any Taco 00 Series circu-
lator or circulator part which is proven defective
under normal use within three (3) years from the
date of manufacture.
In order to obtain service under this warranty, it is
the responsibility of the purchaser to promptly
notify the local Taco stocking distributor or Taco
in writing and promptly deliver the subject product
or part, delivery prepaid, to the stocking distribu-
tor. For assistance on warranty returns, the pur-
chaser may either contact the local Taco stocking
distributor or Taco. If the subject product or part
contains no defect as covered in this warranty,
the purchaser will be billed for parts and labor
charges in effect at time of factory examination
and repair.
Any Taco product or part not installed or operated
in conformity with Taco instructions or which has
been subject to misuse, misapplication, the addi-
tion of petroleum-based fluids or certain chemi-
cal additives to the systems, or other abuse, will
not be covered by this warranty.
If in doubt as to whether a particular substance is
suitable for use with a Taco product or part, or for
any application restrictions, consult the applica-
ble Taco instruction sheets or contact Taco at
(401-942-8000).
Taco reserves the right to provide replacement
products and parts which are substantially similar
in design and functionally equivalent to the
defective product or part. Taco reserves the right
to make changes in details of design, construc-
tion, or arrangement of materials of its products
without notification.
TAC FFERS THIS WARRANTY IN LIEU F
ALL THER EXPRESS WARRANTIES. ANY
WARRANTY IMPLIED BY LAW INCLUDING
WARRANTIES F MERCHANTABILITY R FIT-
NESS IS IN EFFECT NLY F R THE DURA-
TI N F THE EXPRESS WARRANTY SET
F RTH IN THE FIRST PARAGRAPH AB VE.
THE AB VE WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU F
ALL THER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS R
STATUT RY, R ANY THER WARRANTY
BLIGATI N N THE PART F TAC .
TAC WILL N T BE LIABLE F R ANY SPE-
CIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT R C NSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FR M THE
USE F ITS PR DUCTS R ANY INCIDENTAL
C STS F REM VING R REPLACING
DEFECTIVE PR DUCTS.
This warranty gives the purchaser specific rights,
and the purchaser may have other rights which
vary from state to state. Some states do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts or on the exclusion of incidental or conse-
quential damages, so these limitations or exclu-
sions may not apply to you.
Replacement cartridges: Part #0015-002RP Cast Iron
Part #0015-003RP Stainless Steel
Replacement IFC Kit: Part #0010-025RP
Replacement Capacitor Kit: Part #0015-004RP