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Horizontal and Vertical Expansion Tanks
ASME PRE-PRESSURIZED
DIAPHRAGM EXPANSION TANKS
FOR HEATING & COOLING SYSTEMS
Vessel Description
Tanks are ASME constructed and pre-
charged. They are designed to absorb the
expansion forces and control the pressure in
heating/cooling systems.
The system’s expanded water is contained
behind a heavy-duty diaphragm fully
compatible with water/glycol mixtures
preventing tank corrosion and water logging
problems.
The factory set pre-charge for these tanks is
12 psig (83 kPa).
Materials
Shell – Carbon Steel
Diaphragm – Heavy Duty Butyl
Operating Conditions
Maximum Working Temperature - 240°F
(115°C)
Maximum Working Pressure – 125 psi
(862 kPa)
Maintenance Steps & Procedure
Visually inspect tank for damage, which may
occur during transit.
Factory pre-charge pressure may not be
correct for the installation. Tank MUST be
pre-charged to system design fill pressure
BEFORE placing into operation. Remove
pipe plug covering the valve enclosure.
Check and adjust the charge pressure by
adding or releasing air for each application.
Note:
If the system has been filled, the tank
must be isolated from the system and the tank
emptied before charging. This ensures all
fluid has exited the diaphragm area and
proper charging will occur.
If the pre-charge adjustment is necessary, oil
and water free compressed air or nitrogen gas
may be used. Check the pre-charge using an
accurate pressure gauge at the charging valve
and adjust as required. Check air valve for
leakage. If evident, replace the Schrader-type
tire valve core.
Do not depend on the valve cap to seal the
leak.
After making sure air charge is correct,
replace pipe plug over the charging valve for
protection.
Set tank in place and pipe system connection
to system. Be sure to include isolation
valve(s) and drain.
Purge air from system BEFORE placing tank
into operation. All models have system water
contained behind diaphragm.
When filling the system with water, open
valves to tank to ensure that any residual air
in the tank is displaced by water.
It is recommended that the pre-charge be
checked annually to ensure proper system
protection and long life for the vessel.
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