Worthington Amtrol Surge-Trol SPT-1 Installation instructions

READ CAREFULLY THE PRODUCT
INSTALLATION & OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THE
MANUAL MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY AND/OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND WILL VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY.
THIS PRODUCT MUST BE INSTALLED BY A LICENSED
PROFESSIONAL. FOLLOW ALL APPLICABLE LOCAL AND STATE
CODES AND REGULATIONS, IN THE ABSENCE OF SUCH CODES,
FOLLOW THE CURRENT EDITIONS OF THE NATIONAL PLUMBING
CODE AND NATIONAL ELECTRIC CODE, AS APPLICABLE.
This Product, like most Products under pressure,
may over time corrode, weaken and burst or
explode, causing serious or fatal injury, leaking or flooding and/or property
damage. To minimize risk, a licensed professional must install and
periodically inspect and service the Product. A drip pan connected to an
adequate drain must be installed if leaking or flooding could cause
property damage. Do not locate in an area where leaking could cause
property damage to the area adjacent to the appliance or to lower floors
of the structure.
Chlorine & Aggressive Water. The water quality can significantly
influence the life of this product. You should test for corrosive elements,
acidity, total solids and other relevant contaminants, including chlorine
and treat your water appropriately to insure satisfactory performance and
prevent premature failure.
EXPLOSION OR RUPTURE HAZARD. A relief
valve must be installed to prevent pressure in
excess of local code requirement or maximum working pressure
designated in the Product Manual, whichever is less. Do not expose
product to freezing temperatures or temperatures in excess of 240°F. Do
not adjust the pre-charge or re-charge this Product except during
installation or regular inspection. Replace the Product and do not adjust
the pre-charge if corroded, damaged or with diminished integrity.
Adjustments to pre-charge must be done at ambient temperature only.
Failure to properly size the product or follow these instructions may result
in excessive strain on the system and may lead to product failure, serious
or fatal personal injury, leakage, and/or property damage.
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.
SURGE-TROL®
SURGE SUPPRESSOR
INSTALLATION & OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
THIS IS THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. IT IS USED TO ALERT YOU TO POTENTIAL PERSONAL INJURY AND OTHER
HAZARDS. OBEY ALL SAFETY MESSAGES THAT FOLLOW THIS SYMBOL TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL
INJURY AS WELL AS PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Models SPT-1 through SPT-70
NOTE: Inspect for shipping damage and notify freight carrier or store where purchased immediately if damage is present. To avoid risk of personal
injury and property damage, if the product appears to be malfunctioning or shows signs of corrosion, call a licensed professional immediately. Current
copies of the Product manual can be viewed at www.amtrol.com. Use proper safety equipment when installing.

DO NOT USE OXYGEN - EXPLOSIVE!
Protect against freezing temperatures. Never
pre-charge below 50% of maximum system pressure.
EXPLOSION OR RUPTURE HAZARD. A
relief valve must be installed to prevent
pressure in excess of local code requirement or maximum
working pressure designated in the Product Manual, whichever is
less. At least once every 3 years or if discharge is present, a
licensed contractor should inspect the pressure relief valve and
replace if corrosion is evident or the valve does not function.
FAILURE TO INSPECT THIS VALVE AS DIRECTED COULD
RESULT IN UNSAFE PRESSURE BUILD-UP WHICH CAN
RESULT IN PRODUCT FAILURE, SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH AND/OR SEVERE PROPERTY DAMAGE AND VOID
THE PRODUCT WARRANTY.
Pre-Installation
1. Visually inspect the Surge-Trol®for any damage. If damage
exists return product for replacement.
2. Remove air cap.
3. For applications with pump start-up creating water hammer,
adjust the factory pre-charge setting to 15% below
static pressure.
4. For applications with surge issues created by pump shut
down, adjust the factory pre-charge setting to 50% below
static pressure.
5. Replace and tighten cap on air valve.
If increasing the pre-charge pressure
above 55 psig, the following steps must
be followed:
a. Tank must be connected to the system with isolation
valve open.
b. System must be pressurized slightly higher than the
pre-charge setting of the tank.
c. Isolation valve then needs to be closed.
d. The pre-charge pressure of the tank can now be increased
to the recommended high pressure setting.
e. Bring system up to pressure, and then open the isolation
valve to the tank.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in
damage to the bladder and void all warranties.
Installation
1. The Surge-Trol should be installed after the pump and/
or check valve assembly, on the supply side of the system
isolation valves.
2. The Surge-Trol should be installed as close to the pump as
possible in surge applications.
3. Once the Surge-Trol is installed and the pre-charge adjusted
properly, check for any leaks. Make repairs if necessary.
Maintenance
1. A licensed professional should check the complete system,
including the Surge-Trol, yearly and more frequently as the
system ages.
Operation
1. The Surge-Trol is designed to provide surge protection as well
as provide a cushion to prevent water hammer and column
separation depending on its application.
2. Water temperature must not exceed 210°F or fall below 35°F.
3. The factory pre-charge setting is 25 PSIG and should only be
adjusted at the time of the installation.
4. System velocity shall not exceed 22 fps.
Warranty
Surge-Trol Models: One (1) Year Limited Warranty
Visit www.amtrol.com for complete warranty details.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
IMPORTANT GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION -
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY ALERTS APPEAR IN THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS.
Typical Installation
Pump
Check Valve System
Valve
Do not reduce pipe size
from tank to system.
To System
SURGE-TROL
Tank
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