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Installation and Maintenance Manual

Thermo-Dynamics Boiler Company

ROUTE 61 • P.O. BOX 325 • SCHUYLKILL HAVEN, PA 17972

(570) 385-0731     FAX (570) 385-5304

THERMO-DYNAMICS

Electric Boiler

A Compact, Versatile, Easy-to-Use

Heat Source for Forced Hot Water Systems

Summary of Contents for TDE-10

Page 1: ...nance Manual Thermo Dynamics Boiler Company ROUTE 61 P O BOX 325 SCHUYLKILL HAVEN PA 17972 570 385 0731 FAX 570 385 5304 THERMO DYNAMICS Electric Boiler A Compact Versatile Easy to Use Heat Source for Forced Hot Water Systems ...

Page 2: ...quiet operation of the TDE electric boiler ENERGY EFFICIENT With Thermo Dynamic s unique flow control system the TDE electric boiler delivers a steady flow of healthful heat using a minimal amount of electricity Low watt density heating elements low voltage thermostat and thorough insulation for minimum heat loss are just a few design features built in to deliver more comfort for every energy doll...

Page 3: ...r conversion projects A Summary of Product Features Five models 10 kw to 30 kw One piece steel boiler shell Easily accessible controls Low voltage thermostat Heats single or multi zone systems Heat process water used in a manufacturing process Boiler Cabinet easily removes before or after piping unit to system UL Listed as central heating boiler Circulator piped and wired at factory 10 Year plus 1...

Page 4: ...ACTERISTICS 120 240 VOLTS A C 3 WIRE SINGLE PHASE 60 HZ Net ratings are based on installed radiation of sufficient quantity to serve the requirements of the building and nothing need be added for normal piping and pick up Net rating is based on a piping and pick up allowance of 13 Dimensions Equipment Steel boiler jacket insulation controls and circulator Factory Installed ASME relief valve temper...

Page 5: ...he brand names specified If another brand is used see the manufacturer s instructions for installation Installation of the Thermo Dynamics TDE electric boiler requires an expe rienced and trained service person The TDE is similar to an oil or gas fired boiler in many ways The differences are important Follow the installation instructions carefully to avoid problems Contact Thermo Dynamics if you h...

Page 6: ...r indicates water flow direction 5 An Expansion Tank Not Provided must be matched to the system and installed in accordance with the manufacturer s recommendations A conventional expansion type of tank may be connected to the 1 2 NPT fitting in the boiler top If a pressure type tank is used the 1 2 opening must be plugged See the manufacturer s instructions for siz ing the expansion tank Do not un...

Page 7: ...dance with the instructions provided by the manufacturer Caution The Thermostat ground wire and power wires are the only connec tions that should be made to the TDE Do not supply power to any other sys tem components from the TDE OPERATION Caution Follow the start up procedure carefully and completely Failure to fol low the start up procedure may cause damage to components including the heater ele...

Page 8: ...the man ufacturers directions if so equipped When installation is complete and the system is operating satisfac torily close the cabinet door and re install the door holding screw to prevent accidental or uninten tional opening of the door SEQUENCE OF OPERATION The thermostat closes on a call for heat and energizes the circulator relay and the first heater relay which pulls in the circulator and t...

Page 9: ...y that the system is leak free to prevent introduction of air dur ing operation Staging The TDE 15 20 25 and 30 can be staged using a second thermostat or a dual thermostat Staging may be a valuable feature if the user s electric bill is based on peak demand Staging pre vents the timed elements from energiz ing unless the temperature set point of a second or third thermostat is reached A careful h...

Page 10: ...t 3 4 NPT FOR RELIEF VALVE FACTORY INSALLED 3 4 DRAIN VALVE FACTORY INSALLED 1 1 4 NPT FOR SYSTEM SUPPLY PRESSURE TEMPERATURE GAUGE THERMOSTAT WIRING ACCESS NAMEPLATE RATING PLATE 3 8 DIA MOUNTING HOLES 4 ELECTRICAL WIRING ACCESS 1 1 4 NPT FOR WATER SUPPLY COLD WATER RETURN 1 8 NPT FOR AIR VENT FIELD INSTALLED 1 2 NPT FOR FIELD CONNECTION TO CONVENTIONAL EXPANSION TANK NOTE 1 11 3 4 2 3 4 4 7 8 2 ...

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Page 17: ...13 PIPING DIAGRAM DIAPHRAGM TYPE EXPANSION TANK PIPING DIAGRAM CONVENTIONAL EXPANSION TANK TDE TDE ...

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Page 19: ...s Split Power Supply Wire Sizes AWG Copper Model 10 15 20 25 30 N 14 14 14 14 14 Circuit 1 L1 6 6 6 6 6 L2 6 6 6 6 6 L1 8 6 6 6 Circuit 2 L2 8 6 6 6 L1 8 6 Circuit 3 L2 8 6 Equipment GRD 6 6 6 6 6 Model 10 15 20 25 30 Wire Size 6 4 2 1 00 Single Power Supply ...

Page 20: ...ing from freezing excessive pressure temperature or leaks at water connec tions or any similar cause 7 Any installation that has been modified neglected altered tampered with vandalized misused subjected to accident fire flood or other casualty 8 Installations for which a heat balance provided by an experienced heating professional indicates that the boiler is inadequate for the application This w...

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