Acorn SV16 User Manual
ACORN ENGINEERING COMPANY
P.O. BOX 3527
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91744
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
WWW.ACORNENG.COM
Patent Pending
INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
SV16 TEMPERATURE/PRESSURE BALANCING MIXING VALVE
Patented Tri-Lever
Handle
Model SV16
Model SV16-LVR
FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
1.800.743.8259
fieldservice@acorneng.com
Federal
Public Law
111-380
(No Lead)
NOTES TO THE INSTALLER:
1. Please leave this documentation with the owner of the fixture when finished.
2. Please read this entire booklet before beginning the installation.
3. Check your installation for compliance with plumbing and other applicable codes.
LIMITED WARRANTY
UNITED STATES AND CANADA
Acorn Controls warrants that its products are free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use and
service for a period of one year from date of shipment. Acorn's liability under this warranty shall be discharged solely
by replacement of repair of defective material, provided Acorn is notified in writing within one year from date of
shipment, F.O.B. Industry, California.
This warranty does not cover installation or labor charges and does not apply to materials, which have been
damaged by other causes such as mishandling or improper care or abnormal use. The repair or replacement of the
defective materials shall constitute the sole remedy of the Buyer and the sole remedy of Acorn under this warranty.
Acorn shall not be liable under any circumstances for incidental, consequential or direct charges caused by defects in
materials, or any delay in the repair or replacement thereof. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed
or implied. Product maintenance instructions are issued with each unit and disregard or non-compliance with these
instructions will constitute an abnormal use condition and void the warranty.
Acorn Controls Division of Acorn Engineering Company®, A member of Morris Group International™
Date: 07/10/14Manual #7802-116-000
SV16 Installation & Operation Manual
WARNING:
!
Thoroughly read all installation instructions and
product safety information before beginning the
installation of this product.
FAILURE TO READ AND FOLLOW PROPER
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PRODUCT
FAILURE WHICH CAN CAUSE PROPERTY
DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR
DEATH.
Acorn Controls is not responsible for damages
resulting from improper installation and/or
maintenance. Installation of this valve shall be in
accordance with Uniform Plumbing Code.
TO ENSURE ACCURATE AND RELIABLE
OPERATION OF THIS PRODUCT, IT IS
ESSENTIAL TO:
ŸProperly design the system to minimize
pressure and temperature variations.
ŸImplement an annual maintenance program to
ensure proper operation and temperature
setting of valve(s).
ŸThis valve is factory preset, however it can be
adjusted. It is the responsibility of the installer
and or facility maintenance personal to make
sure valve outlet temperature does not exceed
115°F (46°C) after installation, maintenance or
repair.
SUPPLIES REQUIRED:
(Not provided by Acorn)
1. Wall anchors, screws, nuts and washers as
required.
2. Teflon tape for sealing water connections.
3. Allen wrenches for lever handle and bonnet set
screws.
4. Copper pipe adapters as required.
5. Snap-ring pliers with pins less than 0.03”
!
IMPORTANT
ŸFlush supply lines of all foreign material such
as pipe dope, chips or solder prior to
connecting to mixing valve.
ŸTo ensure proper installation review the
manual thoroughly to verify rough-ins before
beginning any work.
ŸInstallation and field adjustment are the
responsibility of the installer.
ŸMaximum water pressure is 125 psi (8.62
bars). Maximum inlet hot water temperature is
180°F (82°C). Temperature adjustment range
is 85-115°F (29-46°C). Valve assembly must
be drained prior to being subjected to freezing
temperatures. Valve includes integral checks
stops.
PRESSURE
DROP
PSID (KPA)
FLOW RATE
GPM (LPM)
CV
0.6
5
(34)
1.3
(5)
Acorn Controls Division of Acorn Engineering Company®, A member of Morris Group International™
Manual #7802-116-000 Date: 07/10/14
10
(69)
1.9
(7.1)
15
(103)
2.3
(8.7)
20
(138)
2.7
(10)
30
(207)
3.3
(12.4)
45
(310)
4
(15.1)
60
(414)
4.6
(17.5)
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ROUGH-IN DIMENSIONS:
SV16 Installation & Operation Manual
72"
(1829)
A.F.F.
3
1
" (44)
4
MIN.
1
2
" (64)
2
MAX.
ROUGH-IN
GUIDE
1/2" NPT
3
"
8
TUB SPOUT
CONNECTION
OPTIONAL
24"
(610)
REF.
FIGURE 1
3
1
" (44)
4
MIN.
1
2
" (64)
2
MAX.
ROUGH-IN
GUIDE
1/2" NPT PLUG
72"
(1829)
A.F.F.
COMBINATION
1/2" NPT AND
1/2" SWEAT
CONNECTIONS
Ø4
(114)
ROUGH-IN
1
5
"
8
(130)
1
"
2
1/2" NPT
FEMALE
CONNECTION
3
(86)
1/2" NPT
FEMALE
CONNECTION
Patent Pending
SPECIFICATIONS:
Connections: ................... Combination 1/2" NPT and
20"
(508)
A.F.F.
1/2” sweat Inlet-Connections
Riser Connection: ...................................... 1/2" NPT
FIGURE 2
Flow Rate: ........... 4 gpm (15 lpm) @ 45 psi (310 kpa)
Differential
Hot Water Supply Temp.: ........ 110°-180°F (43°-82°C)
Cold Water Supply Temp.: ......... 35°-80°F (1.7°-27°C)
Approach Temperature*: .......................
10°F (5.5°C)
Maximum Operating Pressure: .......... 125psi (862kpa)
Temperature Ranges*: .................
Minimum Flow: ............................................
85°-115°F (29-46°C)
1.25 gpm (4.7 lpm)
*Please refer to ASSE 1016-2011 for other test condition
which may or may not equal installed conditions.
NOTE;
ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES (MM).
!
IMPORTANT
Excessive overheating of valve during soldering
may damage the cartridge and checkstops. Do
not heat valve any higher than needed to flow
solder. If a higher temperature method is being
used all internal components must be
removed. See figures 8 for cartridge removal
and 10 for temperature limit setting.
Acorn Controls Division of Acorn Engineering Company®, A member of Morris Group International™
Manual #7802-116-000
24"
(610)
REF.
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Date: 07/10/14
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