resideo TX-12/U 4.4 Gallon Potable Water Thermal Expansion Tank Instruction Manual

June 1, 2024
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resideo TX-12/U 4.4 Gallon Potable Water Thermal Expansion Tank

Product Information

Specifications

  • Maximum allowable working pressure: 150 psig/1034 kPa
  • Standard Factory Air Charge: 40 psig/276 kPa
  • Materials:
    • Diaphragm: Butyl Rubber Compound
    • Liner: Polypropylene
    • Connection: Stainless Steel
  • Approvals: NSF61, City of Los Angeles and others. Listed by IAPMO
Model No. Total Volume Max. Acceptance Volume
TX-5 2.0 Gal. 0.9 Gal.
TX-12 4.4 Gal. 3.2 Gal.
TX-25V 10.3 Gal. 10.3 Gal.

Product Usage Instructions

Installation

  1. Connect the Thermal Expansion Absorber tank to the cold water inlet line of the water heater.
  2. The tank connection must be between the water heater and any valve or backflow preventer.
  3. Adjust the tank air pressure to the minimum cold water pressure by adding or releasing air from the tank.
  4. Fill the tank and piping with cold water.
  5. Open a hot water faucet to allow a small trickle of water.
  6. Turn on the water heater and allow it to come up to its normal operating temperature.
  7. Close the hot water faucet.

Water Use Fixtures
Refer to the provided installation diagram (Fig. 1) for proper placement of the expansion tank and fixtures in your system.

Sizing Chart
Refer to the quick sizing chart (Fig. 2) to determine the appropriate expansion tank based on water heater capacity and supply pressure.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

APPLICATION
The Thermal Expansion Absorber is a pre-pressurized expansion tank with a butyl diaphragm designed to control excess pressure in potable hot water systems. Its use for household as well as small commercial hot water heaters will save energy and reduce operating problems by preventing relief valve operation due to excess system pressure

INSTALLATION

  • Connect the Thermal Expansion Absorber tank to the cold water inlet line of the water heater. The tank connection must be between the water heater and any valve or backflow preventer.
  • Adjust the tank air pressure to the minimum cold water pressure by adding or releasing air from the tank. Fill the tank and piping with cold water. Open a hot water faucet to allow a small trickle of water. Turn on water heater and allow it to come up to its normal operating temperature. Close the hot water faucet.

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Maximum allowable working pressure: 150 psig/1034 kPa

  • Maximum allowable working temperature: 200 °F/93 °C

  • Standard Factory Air Charge: 40 psig/276 kPa
    NOTE: Relief valve must be set at 150 psig maximum.

    • Materials: Diaphragm: Butyl Rubber Compound
    • Liner: Polypropylene
    • Connection : Stainless Steel
    • Approvals: NSF61, City of Los Angeles and others. Listed by IAPMO

Fig. 2 Based On:

  • Heating water from 70 °F to 140 °F
  • Maximum pressure maintained at least 10% below relief valve setting (150 PSIG).
  • Tank air charge matched to city supply pressure.

SYMBOLS

V = Any device that turns the domestic water system into a closed system such as; backflow preventers, check valves or pressure-reducing valves.
NOTE: “V” is optional depending on local codes. If a “V” type valve is used, a thermal expansion tank must be installed as shown. Otherwise, dangerously high pressures could result or the water heater safety relief valve will frequently expel water.
If no “V” device is used, the thermal expansion tank is not required.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Model No.| Total Volume| Max. Acceptance Volume| Dimensions| NPT

System **Connection***

---|---|---|---|---
Diameter| Length
TX-5| 2.0 Gal.| 0.9 Gal.| 8”| 13”| 3/4” M
TX-12| 4.4 Gal.| 3.2 Gal.| 11”| 15”| 3/4” M
TX-25V| 10.3 Gal.| 10.3 Gal.| 15”| 19”| 3/4” F

Connections: M = Male NPT F = Female NPT

FAQ

  • Q: Is the V device required for installation?
    • A: The V device is optional depending on local codes. If a V-type valve is used, a thermal expansion tank must be installed as shown in the installation diagram. Otherwise, dangerously high pressures could result or the water heater safety relief valve will frequently expel water.
  • Q: What should the relief valve be set at?
  • A: The relief valve must be set at a maximum of 150 psig.
  • Q: What are the approval standards for the product?
    • A: The product is approved by NSF61, the City of Los Angeles, and others. It is also listed by IAPMO.

Contact

Resideo Technologies, Inc.

  • 1985 Douglas Drive North, Golden Valley, MN 55422
  • 1-800-468-1502
  • 33-00531—03 SA Rev. 06-23 | Printed in United States
  • www.resideo.com

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The Honeywell Home trademark is used under license from Honeywell International, Inc. This product is manufactured by Resideo Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates.

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