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IMPORTANT
Safety Instructions • Be sure to read.
This tank is designed for use with potable
water, limited to a maximum pressure of 100
psi and a maximum working temperature of 130°F. Please note: a
hot water heater or a boiler in a hydronic heating system will heat
water hotter than 130°F routinely. Use a thermal expansion tank
for hot water overflow from a hot water heater, or use an
expansion tank for hot water overflow in a hydronic heating
system. See the owner’s manual for your pump for output
information.
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 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.
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.
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.
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
qualified professional immediately. Current copies of the Product
manual can be viewed at www.waterworkerdiy.com. Use proper
safety equipment when installing.
As in all plumbing products and water storage
vessels, bacteria can grow in this Product,
especially during times of non-use. Consult your local plumbing
professional regarding any steps you may wish to take to safely
disinfect your home’s plumbing system.
DANGER! EXPLOSION HAZARD, WHEN THE
WELL TANK HAS BEEN IN SERVICE AND A
CHANGE TO A HIGHER PRE-CHARGE PRESSURE IS NECESSARY
DUE TO A REQUIRED CHANGE IN THE PRESSURE SWITCH
SETTING, FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAN
CAUSE A RUPTURE OR EXPLOSION, POSSIBLY CAUSING
SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY, AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
DO NOT ADJUST THE PRE-CHARGE PRESSURE IF THERE HAS
BEEN A REDUCTION OF THE PUMP CYCLE TIME OR THE PRE-
CHARGE PRESSURE COMPARED TO ITS INITIAL SETTING.
THIS IS BECAUSE REDUCTION IN PUMP CYCLE TIME CAN
RESULT FROM LOSS OF TANK AIR PRESSURE WHICH IN
TURN CAN MEAN THERE MAY BE INTERNAL CORROSION
AND ANY RE-PRESSURIZATION OR ADDITIONAL PRESSURE
COULD RESULT IN RUPTURE OR EXPLOSION, AND/OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
MAXIMUM WORKING PRESSURES.
Every well
tank is air tested to 125 psig, the maximum
working pressure for the well tank line. Should pressures exceed
125 psig, proper selection and sizing of an ASME constructed well
tank should be made.
RELIEF VALVE REQUIRED
. A relief valve
should be installed which is set to open at
excessive pressures (75 psig or more). This will protect the well
tank and other system components should the pressure switch
malfunction and fail to shut the pump off. The relief valve should
be installed at the connection of the well tank to the system
piping and have a discharge equal to the pump’s capacity at
75 psig. At least once every 3 years or if discharge is present, a
licensed contractor should inspect the temperature and 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 TEMPERATURE OR PRESSURE
BUILD-UP WHICH CAN RESULT IN PRODUCT FAILURE, SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH AND/OR SEVERE PROPERTY DAMAGE AND
VOID THE PRODUCT WARRANTY.
For your safety, the information in this manual
must be followed to minimize the risk of
electric shock, property damage or personal injury. Properly
ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances
Do not use this tank for chemicals, solvents, petroleum products,
acids, or any fluids other than potable water. This can cause
premature failure due to corrosion.
Make sure that the pressure switch in your well system is set low
enough to shut off the pump. If all of the faucets and valves are
closed in your plumbing system and the pressure switch setting
is too high, the pump can run continuously without moving water
through the system. This could damage or burn out the pump.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
This product contains a chemical known by the
State of California to cause cancer and to cause birth defects or
other reproductive harm. (California Installer/Contractor -
California law requires that this notice be given to consumer/end
user of this product.) For more information: www.waterworkerdiy.
com/prop65.htm
