Worthington AMTROL DIATROL 537 Installation instructions

Models 537 through 541
DIATROL®
SHOCK SUPPRESSORS FOR POTABLE WATER
INSTALLATION & OPERATION 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.
EEXPLOSION 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 200° F.
Do not adjust the pre-charge or re-pressure this Product except for any
adjustments required at the time of initial installation, especially if
Product 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 lead to Product failure, serious or fatal
personal injury, leakage and/or property damage.
Use only lead-free solder and flux for all sweat-
solder connections, as required by state and
federal codes.
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.
Install or store where Product will not be exposed
to temperatures below freezing or above 100°F,
do not expose to any type of weather. Water freezing in the system will
break it. Do not attempt to treat water over 100°F. Do not install in direct
sun light. Excessive sun heat may cause distortion or other damage to
non-metallic parts.
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 leakage of the tank or
connections could cause property damage to the area adjacent to the
appliance or to lower floors of the structure.
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.
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.
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.

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1. LOCATION:
 InstalltheDiatrolonthesupplypipingascloseas
possibletotheoffendingfixture(s).TheDiatrolshould
beinstalledupstreamofanyfast-actingvalves.Use
theguidelinesbelowtodeterminethebestplace-
ment.Multiplefixturesandlongsupplylinesmay
requiretheinstallationofmultipleDiatrolshocksup-
pressors.
A. Onbranchlinesupto20’long.
B. Onbranchlinesover20’long.
2. POSITION:
The Diatrol will function in any position. Ensure the
nearby piping is supported adequately.
3. ADJUSTMENT
With the Diatrol empty of water, adjust the factory
pre-charge to equal the average flow pressure. For
example: if the line pressure registers 65 psig with the
fixtures open, adjust the Diatrol air charge to 65 psig.
4. MAINTENANCE
A licensed professional should check the complete
system, including the Diatrol, yearly and more
frequently as the system ages.
WARRANTY
Five (5) Year Limited Warranty
Visit www.amtrol.com for complete warranty details.
FIXTURE
Up to 20 ft.
FIXTURE FIXTURE FIXTURE FIXTURE
More than 20 ft.
FIXTURE FIXTURE FIXTURE FIXTURE FIXTURE FIXTURE FIXTURE FIXTURE FIXTURE FIXTURE
Install first Diatrol®
half distance between
first and last fixture.
Install second Diatrol®
between last two fixtures.
Diatrol®
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
IMPORTANT GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION -
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY ALERTS APPEAR IN THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS.