Product Range 2011

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1 m H2O

9.807

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0.06895

0.7031

2.3067

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2.989

0.02989

0.3048

0.4335

Quick pressure conversions can be read o scales. e.g. 7.6 mH2O = 25 ftH2O = 75 kPa = 11 psi approx.
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INTRODUCTION
NEFA valves are designed and manufactured to New Zealand Standards and comply with the requirements of the New Zealand Building Code. This booklet has been compiled to assist you with the installation of NEFA products. Installation of valves should always be carried out by a qualified plumber and must comply with the requirements of the New Zealand Building Code and Local Territorial Authority. Refer to the Building Code Compliance Document G12 Water Supplies available from the Department of Building and Housing. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information included in this publication, the publisher takes no responsibility for errors or omissions. This publication is copyright protected and all rights are reserved.

INDEX

Pressure Reducing Feed Valve. . . . . . . . . . . 4 Pressure and Vacuum Relief Valve . . . . . . . . 4 Temperature Limiting Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Pressure Limiting Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Mains Pressure Inlet Control Valve . . . . . . . . 12 Mains Pressure Tempering Valve . . . . . . . . . 14 High Performance Solar Tempering Valve. . . . 16 Cold Water Expansion Valve. . . . . . . . . . . 18 15mm 3-in-1 Filter Stopcock & Non-Return Valve . . . 20 20mm 3-in-1 Filter Stopcock & Non-Return Valve . . . 22 Water Heater Installation Checklist . . . . . . . 24 Mains Pressure Installation Guidelines . . . . . . 25 Low Pressure Installation Guidelines . . . . . . . 26 Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 NEFA Valve Packs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 NEFA Spare Parts & Service Kits . . . . . . . . . 34

FEATURES

Forged Dezincification Resistant (DR) brass body Superior ow rate Adjustable outlet pressure Silicone diaphragm and Jumper Washer Acetal valve seat Easily serviced Complies with the requirements of NZBC G12

SPECIFICATIONS

Conforms to NZS:4608 Factory set outlet pressures: 3.7m/7.6m/12.2m Maximum inlet pressure 2000kPa Maximum temperature 60C For 3.7m / 7.6m - Settable from 2.5m to 11m Adjustment 1 turn approx 600mm head For 12.2m - Settable from 3m to 18m Adjustment 1 turn approx 1m head Flow Rates at constant inlet pressure InletkPa 3.7m 7.6m / 12.2m 300 kPa 42 l/min 43 l/min 500 kPa 50 l/min 55 l/min 700 kPa 60 l/min 64 l/min Connections: Inlet 15mm ( BSP) male Outlet 20mm ( BSP) male Overall length 145mm Main body diameter 125mm

PRODUCT CODES
NFV3715 NFV7615 NFV12215 3.7m 7.6m 12.2m NEFA Pressure Reducing Feed Valve NEFA Pressure Reducing Feed Valve NEFA Pressure Reducing Feed Valve

PRESSURE REDUCING FEED VALVE

INSTALLATION

The NEFA Pressure Reducing Feed Valve can be installed in any orientation. But for ease of service install with the cap to the top. Factory setting allows for the NEFA Pressure and Vacuum Relief Valve to be fitted 1m above the NEFA Feed Valve. If they are installed level undo lock nut and turn adjustment screw two turns out of body. The valve should not be installed in the ground or in a situation where it could be subject to freezing. The valve should be installed where it can be easily accessed and when inside buildings above a safe tray.

Refer to Installation Guide, Pages 24 - 29 for detailed instructions.

IMPORTANT

The water supply to a low pressure storage water heater must not exceed the maximum working pressure stated by the manufacturer. The NEFA Pressure Reducing Valve (Feed Valve) regulates the water supply pressure to the water heater to a suitable safe value. Install a NEFA 3-in-1 Filter Stopcock before the NEFA Feed Valve.

bridge jumper washer jet

cap fork

diaphragm

Fig 1.

adjusting screw

FEATURES

Forged Dezincification Resistant (DR) brass body Easy to service Withstands boiling temperatures Tamper proof; relief pressure permanently set Vacuum breaking jumper; prevents cylinder implosion on draining Integral vacuum break in outlet body; providing air break in drain line Complies with the requirements of NZBCG12

SPECIFICATIONS

Conforms to NZS:4608 Factory set pressures 3.7m/7.6m/12.2m Heat Rating 8kW Maximum temperature 99C Connections: Inlet: 20mm ( BSP) male Drain: 15mm ( BSP) male Integral vacuum relief Overall length 105mm Diameter 85mm

PRODUCT CODES
NRV37 NRV76 NRV122 3.7m 7.6m 12.2m NEFA Pressure & Vacuum Relief Valve NEFA Pressure & Vacuum Relief Valve NEFA Pressure & Vacuum Relief Valve

PRESSURE & VACUUM RELIEF VALVE

INSTALLATION

The NEFA Relief Valve must only be installed on a thermostatically controlled hot water system. Maximum heating capacity 8kW per valve The drain line must not rise above the NEFA Relief Valve. It should run at a down grade out to atmosphere, to a point where the outlet cannot be obstructed or blocked and where expansion, or other vented water will not cause a hazard or a nuisance. It should not exceed 9m in length and include not more than three 90 bends.

Refer to Installation Guide, Pages 24 - 29 for detailed instructions.

IMPORTANT

When factory set, allowance is made for the NEFA Relief Valve to be fitted 1m above the NEFA Pressure Reducing Feed Valve. If they are installed at the same level, as in an under sink installation, undo the NEFA Feed Valve lock nut and turn adjustment screw two turns anticlockwise. When servicing NEFA Relief Valves always use the original spring. Springs are not replaceable. When draining a water heating cylinder, the NEFA Relief Valve must be disconnected to ensure that adequate air can return to the cylinder to prevent cylinder collapse. A NEFA Relief Valve must not be installed where there is a risk of the valve freezing. The NEFA Relief Valve must not be installed on to a cylinder with an uncontrolled heat source i.e. solar or wetback. If the NEFA Relief Valve is fitted in a horizontal pipe run, the integral vacuum relief vent must be to the top. If the vacuum relief vent plug supplied with the NEFA Relief Valve is to be fitted to the Relief Valve body an alternative air break must be fitted in the drain line.

ap

diaphragm assembly

vacuum break

Fig 2.

spring

FEATURES

Cast Dezincification Resistant (DR) brass body Adjustable from 30C to 65C Fail Safe: Failure of cold water supply causes valve to close and shut off hot flow Configured for easy installation Non-return fitted to stop thermosyphon Serviceable Complies with the requirements of NZBC G12

SPECIFICATIONS

Conforms to NZS:4617 Connections: All 20mm ( BSP) male Factory set outlet temp 55C Adjustable 30C to 65C Minimum 20 l/min at 35kPa (3.5m head) Maximum hot water temp 99C

PRODUCT CODES
NTLV NEFA Temperature Limiting Valve

SETTING TEMPERATURE
Tempering valves must be commissioned at time of installation. The delivered hot water temperature at any sanitary fixture used for personal hygiene shall not exceed: a) 45C for early childhood centres, schools, old peoples homes, institutions for people with psychiatric or physical disabilities, hospitals, and b) 55C for all other buildings. Before setting the valve, ensure the hot water source is switched on and supplying water within the specified hot water temperature limits. The recommended temperature differential hot supply/mixed outlet temperature to ensure thermal shut off is 15C. At a flow rate of not less than 4 litres/minute, allow the water to flow 1-2 minutes to ensure the mixed water temperature has stabilised. Measure temperature at nearest outlet to tempering valve. The set outlet temperature is adjusted by turning the adjusting screw in the cover of the valve with a screwdriver. Clockwise decreases the temperature. Anticlockwise increases the temperature.

TEMPERATURE LIMITING VALVE LOW PRESSURE

INSTALLATION

The NEFA TLV can be installed in any orientation but ensure that the temperature adjusting screw is accessible. Make up pipe runs to the NEFA TLV with 20mm copper pipe. Do not braze or solder near valve. Ensure that the NEFA TLV is positioned a minimum of 350mm from the hot outlet of the water heater. Ensure that hot and cold supply pressures to the inlets of the NEFA TLV are equal. (Note the NEFA Cold Water Expansion Valve has a 20mm port to allow a simple pipe run to TLV). On header tanks and low head installations the NEFA TLV should be positioned as low as possible (at base of cylinder) to increase performance. When installing in a wetback system try to install as far from cylinder as possible to allow for cooling (maximum 90C). Alternatively the NEFA TLV may be installed close to the outlets being serviced, but the supply pressures at the inlets to the NEFA TLV must be equal.

Refer to Installation Guide, Pages 24 - 29 for detailed instructions.

IMPORTANT

Never install a Temperature Limiting Valve directly onto the outlet of the hot water cylinder. The NEFA TLV must not obstruct the hot water cylinder vent or NEFA Relief Valve. In the event of high temperature the NEFA TLV will shut the hot supply and not allow the vent or relief valve to relieve pressure in the cylinder. Where inlet supply pressures are not equal an additional non-return valve should be fitted on the hot water supply line.
adjusting screw

valve assembly cold ow

mixed ow

thermostatic element

hot ow

Fig 3.

FEATURES

DR brass construction Compact size Superior ow rate Pressure compensated Dry spring construction Ideal for protection of taps, pipe work and appliances from high supply pressures Complies with the requirements of NZBC G12

SPECIFICATIONS

Conforms to NZS:4608 Factory set outlet pressures 350 kPa, 500kPa Max inlet pressure 2000kPa Flow Rates at constant inlet pressure InletkPa 350kPa 500kPa 700kPa 100l/min 100l/min Connections: Inlet and Outlet 20mm ( BSP) male. Overall length 85mm Main body diameter 40mm Maximum temperature 80C

PRODUCT CODES
NEPLV350MM20 NEPLV500MM20 350kPa NEFA Pressure Limiting Valve 500kPa NEFA Pressure Limiting Valve

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PRESSURE LIMITING VALVE

INSTALLATION

Install the NEFA Pressure Limiting Valve at entry to household to equalise complete system and protect tapware and appliances from excessive pressure. Install with flow in direction of arrow marked on body. Can be installed vertical or horizontal. The valve should not be installed in the ground or in a situation where it could be subject to freezing. The valve should be installed where it can be easily accessed.

Refer to Installation Guide, Pages 24 - 29 for detailed instructions.

IMPORTANT

Install a NEFA 3-in-1 Filter Stopcock before the NEFA Pressure Limiting Valve. The NEFA Pressure Limiting Valve is factory set. It cannot be serviced and should not be dismantled.

control spring

jumper

color coded set pressure valve seat

Fig 4.

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FEATURES

Cast Dezincification Resistant (DR) brass body Superior ow rate Pressure compensated Set pressure adjustable Built-in Non-return valve prevents back flow Filter can be cleaned without shutting off any other valve Protection for entire household; taps, pipework and appliances from high supply pressures 60 mesh stainless steel filter efficiently prevents damage to hot water system by filtering foreign particles Complies with the requirements of NZBC G12

SPECIFICATIONS

Conforms to NZS:4608 Maximum inlet pressure 2000kPa Set pressure adjustable 100 kPa to 600 kPa Flow rate of 112 l/min on 20mm pipe work at 700kPa supply pressure 20mm ( BSP) male inlet and outlet Overall length 145mm, main body diameter 53mm Maximum temperature 65C

PRODUCT CODES
NPC500 500kPa NEFA Mains Pressure Inlet Control Valve

PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT

The NPC is factory set as indicated on the valve; however the set outlet pressure can be increased or decreased if required. Using a screwdriver rotate the adjusting screw shown in Fig 5. to achive the desired outlet pressure. To increase the set pressure, turn the screwdriver clockwise (+). To decrease the set pressure, turn the screwdriver anti-clockwise (-).

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MAINS PRESSURE INLET CONTROL VALVE

4-in-1 ISOLATION, FILTER, PRESSURE LIMITING & NON-RETURN

INSTALLATION

A NEFA NPC500 Mains Pressure Inlet Control Valve should be installed in the main water supply at point of entry. This will provide a point of isolation, a filtered water supply and balanced water pressure to the whole house, protecting tapware and appliances from excessive pressure. The valve should be installed where it can be easily accessed, and when inside buildings above a safe tray where water from servicing the filter will not cause damage. The NEFA Mains Pressure Inlet Control Valve can be installed in any orientation, the recommended orientation is with the filter cap facing down to allow foreign particles to fall away when the filter is removed for cleaning.

Refer to Installation Guide, Pages 24 - 29 for detailed instructions.

SERVICING

To remove and clean the filter (Refer Fig 5.): 1. Turn the isolation control clockwise to the closed position. 2. Unscrew the filter cap. 3. Withdraw the filter and clean it. To reassemble, reverse the above procedure. Care should be taken not to damage the filter. To ensure full flow it is recommended that the filter should be inspected and cleaned at 12 month intervals or more often if required.

isolation hand control

set pressure adjustment

diaphragm

filter

filter cap

jumper

nonreturn

Fig 5.

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FEATURES

Provides safe controlled water temperature to sanitary outlets Cast DR brass body Fail Safe: Failure of cold water supply causes valve to close and shut off hot ow Advanced polymers give greater resistance to calcium deposits Factory tested and set at 55C adjustable from 35C to 58C Integral Non-Return on hot and cold - ideal for commercial installations Tamper proof adjustment special tool supplied Maximum Hot Inlet Temperature 90C

SPECIFICATIONS
Conforms to: NZS4617:1989 Connections: 20mm ( BSP) male Recommended outlet temperature range: 45C to 55C (2) Factory setting (must be commissioned on site): 55C nominal Accuracy of mixed outlet temperature: 3C Cold water supply: 5C to 25C Hot water supply: 60C to 90C (1) Hot water / mixed water temperature differential: 15C minimum Supply pressure static: 1600kPa maximum Supply pressure dynamic: 200 kPa minimum 500kPa maximum Max permitted pressure variations at either inlet: 10% maximum (4,5) (from supply pressure at commissioning) Pressure supply differential dynamic : 3:1 maximum (3) (at time of commissioning) Minimum flow rate: 4 litres/minute
1) The Building Code Approved Document G12 clause 6.14 states that water shall be stored at not less than 60C to inhibit the growth of legionella bacteria. To obtain good tempering valve response the cylinder thermostat should be set at a minimum of 65C. 2) The valve can be set as low as 35C or as high as 58C, depending on site conditions. (These temperatures are outside the optimum working range of the valve and the requirements of G12). 3) The maximum ratio permitted between supply pressures, under dynamic flow operation. It is recommended at time of commissioning that hot and cold pressures be as equal as possible. 4) The maximum permitted pressure variation in either supply from commissioning pressures in order to maintain the outlet temperature to 3C. 5) Note: Steps should be taken to eliminate any causes of rapid changes in supply pressures, as this may result in an outlet temperature spike greater than 3C from commissioned temperature. If a spike occurs it may take a few seconds for the temperature to stabilise back to within 3C.

Notes:

PRODUCT CODES
NMTV NEFA Mains Pressure Tempering Valve

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MAINS PRESSURE TEMPERING VALVE

INSTALLATION

Do not install an NMTV directly onto a hot water cylinder. It is recommended that the valve be installed as close to the hot water source as possible. For optimum performance install with a 150mm thermosyphon between the cylinder outlet and hot inlet. (Refer Fig 10. Page 25). Strainers are essential to prevent debris entering the NMTV that could prevent it working effectively. All NMTV installations should have line strainers fitted. It is recommended that a NEFA NPC500 valve (with filter/strainer) is installed upstream of the cold inlet. Where installing into installations with separate hot and cold supplys install a non-return valve on hot water supply or use the NEFA high performance solar tempering valve.

Refer to Installation Guide, Pages 24 - 29 for detailed instructions.

IMPORTANT
Tempering valves must be commissioned at time of installation. The delivered hot water temperature at any sanitary fixture used for personal hygiene shall not exceed: a) 45C for early childhood centres, schools, old peoples homes, institutions for people with psychiatric or physical disabilities, hospitals, and b) 55C for all other buildings. Before setting the valve, ensure the hot water source is switched on and supplying water within the specified hot water temperature limits. The recommended temperature differential hot supply/mixed outlet temperature to ensure thermal shut off is 15C. At a flow rate of not less than 4 litres/minute, allow the water to flow 1-2 minutes to ensure the mixed water temperature has stabilised. Using a thermometer, measure temperature at nearest outlet to tempering valve. Using the adjusting tool supplied, rotate the adjusting spindle (H) hot or (C) cold as indicated on the tool until the required set temperature is achieved.

cap set temperature adjustment

hot ow

cold ow

valve thermal element

nonreturn valve

Fig 6.

mixed ow

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FEATURES

Provides safe controlled water temperature to sanitary outlets Cast DR brass body Fail Safe: Failure of cold water supply causes valve to close and shut off hot flow Advanced polymers give greater resistance to calcium deposits Factory tested and set at 55C adjustable from 35C to 58C Integral Non-Returns on hot and cold - ideal for commercial installations Tamper proof adjustment special tool supplied Maximum Hot Inlet Temperature 99C

SPECIFICATIONS
Conforms to: NZS4617:1989 Connections: 20mm ( BSP) male Recommended outlet temperature range: 45C to 55C (2) Factory setting (must be commissioned on site): 55C nominal Accuracy of mixed outlet temperature: 3C Cold water supply: 5C to 25C Hot water supply: 60C to 99C (1) Hot water / mixed water temperature differential: 15C minimum Supply pressure static: 1600kPa maximum Supply pressure dynamic: 200 kPa minimum 500kPa maximum Max permitted pressure variations at either inlet: 10% maximum (4,5) (from supply pressure at commissioning) Pressure supply differential dynamic : 3:1 maximum (3) (at time of commissioning) Minimum flow rate: 4 litres/minute
1) The Building Code Approved Document G12 clause 6.14 states that water shall be stored at not less than 60C to inhibit the growth of legionella bacteria. To obtain good tempering valve response the cylinder thermostat should be set at a minimum of 65C. 2) The valve can be set as low as 35C or as high as 58C, depending on site conditions. (These temperatures are outside the optimum working range of the valve and the requirements of G12). 3) The maximum ratio permitted between supply pressures, under dynamic flow operation. It is recommended at time of commissioning that hot and cold pressures be as equal as possible. 4) The maximum permitted pressure variation in either supply from commissioning pressures in order to maintain the outlet temperature to 3C. 5) Note: Steps should be taken to eliminate any causes of rapid changes in supply pressures, as this may result in an outlet temperature spike greater than 3C from commissioned temperature. If a spike occurs it may take a few seconds for the temperature to stabilise back to within 3C.

Notes:

PRODUCT CODES
NSTV20 High Performance Solar Tempering Valve

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HIGH PERFORMANCE SOLAR TEMPERING VALVE

INSTALLATION

Do not install an NMTV directly onto a hot water cylinder. It is recommended that the valve be installed as close to the hot water source as possible. For optimum performance install with a 150mm thermosyphon between the cylinder outlet and hot inlet. (Refer Fig 10. Page 25). If installed at an outlet fixture, 1m of pipe must be installed between the NMTV and the outlet. Strainers are essential to prevent debris entering the NMTV that could prevent it working effectively. All NMTV installations should have line strainers fitted. It is recommended that a NEFA NPC500 valve (with filter/strainer) is installed upstream of the cold inlet.

Refer to Installation Guide, Pages 24 - 29 for detailed instructions.

IMPORTANT
Tempering valves must be commissioned at time of installation. The delivered hot water temperature at any sanitary fixture used for personal hygiene shall not exceed: a) 45C for early childhood centres, schools, old peoples homes, institutions for people with psychiatric or physical disabilities, hospitals, and b) 55C for all other buildings. Before setting the valve, ensure the hot water source is switched on and supplying water within the specified hot water temperature limits. The recommended temperature differential hot supply/mixed outlet temperature to ensure thermal shut off is 15C. At a flow rate of not less than 4 litres/minute, allow the water to flow 1-2 minutes to ensure the mixed water temperature has stabilised. Using a thermometer, measure temperature at nearest outlet to tempering valve. Using the adjusting tool supplied, rotate the adjusting spindle (H) hot or (C) cold as indicated on the tool until the required set temperature is achieved.

Temperature adjustment

Filter & Non-return Cold inlet Hot inlet Valve member

Thermostatic element

Fig 6.

Mixed outlet

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FEATURES

Forged Dezincification Resistant (DR) brass body Stainless steel valve seat standard Incorporates an outlet port for running direct equal pressure cold supply to TLV Design of valve allows perfect washer contact maintaining excellent seating at low relief pressure settings Diaphragm sealed spring chamber eliminates O-ring drag associated with normal piston type sealing Integral non-return valve supplied to conform to NZBC G12 Serviceable Easy to operate flushing mechanism Valve can be used as cylinder drain Complies with the requirements of NZBC G12

SPECIFICATIONS

Conforms to NZS:4608 Connections: Inlet, Outlet and TLV Outlet 20mm ( BSP) male Drain 15mm ( BSP) male Factory set for 7.6m head and 850kPa systems Valve seat stainless steel

PRODUCT CODES
NECWE76 NECWE700 76kPa NEFA Cold Water Expansion Valve 700kPa NEFA Cold Water Expansion Valve

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COLD WATER EXPANSION VALVE

INSTALLATION

The drain line must not rise above the NEFA CWE Valve. It should run at a down grade out to atmosphere, to a point where the outlet cannot be obstructed or blocked and where expansion, or other vented water will not cause a hazard or a nuisance. It should not exceed 9m in length and include not more than three 90 bends. Observe flow direction on body.

Refer to Installation Guide, Pages 24 - 29 for detailed instructions.

IMPORTANT

The NEFA CWE Valve is factory set to relieve at a pressure slightly less than the NEFA Pressure Relief Valve and is not field adjustable. For low pressure systems the NEFA Pressure Reducing Feed Valve setting must be reduced 1 turns to avoid water wastage. For mains pressure systems a NEFA Pressure Limiting Valve must be fitted if the cold supply pressure is greater than 500kPa.

manual ush control

diaphragm sealed dry spring chamber drain connection stainless steel valve seat

integral nonreturn

tempering valve connection (not shown)

Fig 7.

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FEATURES

Forged Dezincification Resistant (DR) brass body Prevents damage to water system by filtering foreign particles Filter can be cleaned without shutting off any other valve 60 mesh stainless steel filter ensures efficient capture of foreign particles Built-in non-return valve prevents back-flow

SPECIFICATIONS

Connections: Inlet 15mm ( BSP) male Outlet 15mm ( BSP) female Length 75mm Height 110mm 60 mesh stainless steel filter Maximum inlet pressure 2000kPa

PRODUCT CODES
N311 NEFA 15mm 3-in-1 Filter Stopcock & Non-return Valve

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15mm 3-in-1 FILTER STOPCOCK & NON-RETURN VALVE

INSTALLATION

Install at inlet to household system to protect the complete household. Install the valve with flow in the direction as marked on the valve. The NEFA 15mm 3-in-1 valve should be fitted with hand wheel down to allow foreign particles to fall away when the filter is removed. The valve should not be installed in the ground or in situation where it could be subject to freezing. The valve should be installed where it can be easily accessed.

IMPORTANT

To ensure full ow through the valve it is recommended that the filter should be removed and cleaned every 12 months, depending on the water supply.

SERVICING
To remove and clean filter (Refer Fig 8.): 1. Turn handle in clockwise direction and firmly shut off inlet water to valve. 2. Remove handle retaining screw and remove hand wheel from spindle. 3. Unscrew filter cover anticlockwise and remove by sliding off spindle. 4. Remove filter and clean. 5. Reassemble in the reverse order.

nonreturn ap

filter cover spindle handle

Fig 8.

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FEATURES

Forged Dezincification Resistant (DR) brass body Prevents damage to water system by filtering foreign particles Filter can be cleaned without shutting off any other valve 60 mesh stainless steel filter ensures efficient capture of foreign particles Built in non-return valve prevents back-flow Design allows high ow rate through valve

SPECIFICATIONS

Connections: Inlet 20mm ( BSP) male Outlet 20mm ( BSP) female Length 90mm Height 100mm 60 mesh stainless steel filter Maximum inlet pressure 2000kPa Flow rate at 700kPa inlet pressure: 125l/min

PRODUCT CODES
NE31120 NEFA 20mm 3in1 Filter Stopcock & Non-return Valve

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20mm 3-in-1 FILTER STOPCOCK & NON-RETURN VALVE

INSTALLATION

Install at inlet to household system to protect the complete household. Install the valve with flow in the direction as marked on the valve. The NEFA 20mm 3-in-1 valve should be fitted with the filter cap down to allow foreign particles to fall away when the filter is removed for cleaning. The valve should not be installed in the ground or in situation where it could be subject to freezing. The valve should be installed where it can be easily accessed.

IMPORTANT
To ensure full ow through the valve it is recommended that the filter should be removed and cleaned every 12 months, depending on the water supply.

SERVICING

To remove and clean filter (Refer Fig 9.): 1. Turn handle clockwise to shut off inlet water to valve. 2. Unscrew filter cap anticlockwise and remove from valve body. 3. Withdraw filter element and clean. 4. Reassemble in the reverse order taking care not to damage filter. Note the lter cover only needs to be hand tight as it is o-ring sealed.

handle

nonreturn valve

filter cap

Fig 9.

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INSTALLATION CHECKLIST
THIS BOOKLET IS ISSUED AS A GENERAL GUIDE ONLY Refer to the water heater manufacturers installation instructions for specific requirements. Installation of valves should always be carried out by a qualified plumber and must comply with the requirements of the New Zealand Building Code and local Territorial Authority. Refer to the New Zealand Building Code Compliance Document G12 Water Supplies available from the Department of Building and Housing. If you have any questions please contact Methven Limited Customer Service free phone 0800 804 222

ALWAYS

Always connect NEFA valves to water heaters with non-ferrous fittings and copper pipe. Always use copper pipe for drain lines from relief valves and cold water expansion valves. Always check water supply pressure with a pressure gauge. Always flush pipes before connecting valves. Always check for the correct flow direction through valves as indicated by markings on the valve and fitting instructions. Always ensure that there is access to the hot water cylinder and valving in case future adjustment or replacement is required. Measure delivered hot water temperature with thermometer at sanitary outlets.

NEVER

Never install a tempering valve directly onto the outlet of the hot water cylinder. Never attempt to adjust valves or tamper with seals, except as directed in instruction sheets. Never attempt to adjust the setting of pressure relief, temperature pressure relief or cold water expansion valves. Never fit a stop valve or any obstruction in the piping between the connection from the hot water cylinder and the inlet of a Pressure Relief Valve. Never fit a stop valve or any obstruction in a pressure relief or cold water expansion drain line. Never expose valves to a naked flame or heat. Heat will destroy the seals and the sealing parts of the valve. Never allow thread sealing tape to extend over the end of threads, excess tape may be cut free when making connections and affect the function of the valve.

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INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

MAINS PRESSURE

MAINS PRESSURE INSTALLATION

HOT WATER TO LAUNDRY & KITCHEN TEMPERED WATER TO BATHROOM AND SHOWER BALANCED PRESSURE COLD WATER TO HOUSEHOLD COLD WATER MAINS INLET BALL VALVE NEFA NPC500 MAINS PRESSURE INLET CONTROL WITH INTEGRAL ISOLATION & FILTER 150mm Recommended NEFA NMTV MAINS PRESSURE TEMPERING VALVE TPR VALVE

MAINS PRESSURE STORAGE WATER HEATER DRAIN

NEFA NECWE700 COLD WATER EXPANSION VALVE WITH NON-RETURN DRAIN

Fig 10.

Always install a NEFA NPC500 Mains Pressure Inlet Control Valve in the main water supply at point of entry. This will provide a point of isolation, a filtered water supply and balanced water pressure to the whole house. NEFA Cold Water Expansion Valve drain lines should not exceed 3m in length and include not more than three 90 bends. For optimum performance the cold water supply to the NEFA tempering valve must be at the same pressure as the hot water supply from the cylinder to the tempering valve. The NEFA Cold Water Expansion Valve has an outlet port to allow a simple connection to the tempering valve. Use 20mm copper pipe to make up hot and cold supply connections to the tempering valve. In order to ensure that the NEFA tempering valve works efficiently set the hot water cylinder thermostat to between 65C to 70C. Where separate hot and cold water supplies are delivered to the NEFA tempering valve ensure the pressures are balanced and a nonreturn valve is fitted to the hot water supply. With average domestic hot water usage 2 to 4 litres of water from thermal expansion can be expected.

REMEMBER

Faulty valves must be immediately repaired or replaced. These are safety devices and must be in excellent working order.

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LOW PRESSURE VALVE VENTED

LOW PRESSURE VALVE VENTED INSTALLATION

HOT WATER TO LAUNDRY & KITCHEN TEMPERED WATER TO BATHROOM AND SHOWER NEFA NTLV TEMPERING VALVE WATER HEATER TO NZS 4602 WITH THERMOSTAT & ALT SIDE THERMAL ENTRY ENERGY CUT OUT BALL VALVE 80mm MIN NEFA NRV76 PRESSURE & VACUUM RELIEF VALVE DRAIN

NEFA N311 3in1 FILTER STOPCOCK & NON-RETURN COLD WATER MAINS INLET

NEFA NFV7615 PRESSURE REDUCING FEED VALVE

NEFA NECWE76 COLD WATER EXPANSION VALVE WITH NON-RETURN DRAIN

Fig 11.

CYLINDER DRAIN

Always install a NEFA 3-in-1 Filter Stopcock in the main water supply at point of entry. This will protect the whole house and make isolation easy for servicing.

PRESSURE REDUCING FEED VALVE NEFA Pressure Reducing Feed Valves come factory set at 3.7m, 7.6m or 12.2m as indicated on the valve. The valve will operate in any position but for ease of service the valve should be installed with the cap up. In low pressure installations with a NEFA Cold Water Expansion Valve the NEFA Pressure Reducing Feed Valve adjusting screw must be turned 1 turns anticlockwise to avoid water wastage. When installed on a side entry cylinder a thermosyphon loop of 150mm at the entry to the cylinder will help prolong the life of the NEFA Pressure Reducing Feed Valve. When set at the factory, allowance is made for the NEFA Relief Valve to be fitted 1m above the NEFA Feed Valve. If they are installed level as in under sink heaters undo lock nut and turn adjustment screw 1 turns anticlockwise.

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INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

SETTING THE OUTLET PRESSURE OF NEFA FEED VALVE Switch off the power to the Hot Water Cylinder. Run a hot tap for 5-10 seconds. This eliminates any thermal expansion in the water heater. For open vented systems observe the vent pipe. For systems with a NEFA Relief Valve observe the outlet from the drain. For systems with a NEFA Cold Water Expansion Valve observe the drain from the Cold Water Expansion Valve. Release the lock nut on the adjusting screw of the NEFA Feed Valve and wind the adjusting screw clockwise to increase the outlet pressure until water is observed at the vent. Slowly reduce the outlet pressure from the pressure reducing valve by turning adjusting screw anticlockwise until water from vent stops. When water has stopped the pressure from the outlet of the NEFA Feed Valve is now balanced at the pressure of the relief or vent. For the system to be efficient and to avoid wastage there must be a differential between the venting pressure and the NEFA Feed Valves set outlet pressure. Wind the adjusting screw of the NEFA Feed Valve a further to turn anticlockwise.

SERVICING THE JUMPER WASHER OF NEFA FEED VALVE

Isolate water supply to valve at inlet and outlet. Remove cap by unscrewing from valve body. Remove bridge by sliding out of fork. Lift off jumper valve and remove jumper washer. Inspect jumper valve and valve seat on jet for damage. Jet is sealed by o-ring and can be unscrewed from body. Replace defective parts and reassemble. Restore water pressure and reset outlet pressure of feed valve.

cap

jumper valve jumper washer bridge fork

adjusting screw lock nut

ccw Fig 12.

+ cw

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LOW PRESSURE OPEN VENTED

LOW PRESSURE OPEN VENTED INSTALLATION

VENT PIPE HOT WATER TO LAUNDRY & KITCHEN TEMPERED WATER TO BATHROOM AND SHOWER NEFA NTLV TEMPERING VALVE
ROOF LINE

7.6 METRES MAX. 3.7 METRES MIN. NOT TO EXCEED WORKING PRESSSURE STATED ON CYLINDER. WATER HEATER TO NZS 4602 WITH THERMOSTAT & THERMAL ENERGY CUT OUT

NEFA N311 3in1 FILTER STOPCOCK & NON-RETURN COLD WATER MAINS INLET

NEFA NFV7615 PRESSURE REDUCING FEED VALVE

ALT SIDE ENTRY BALL VALVE

Fig 13.

CYLINDER DRAIN

In areas subject to freezing vent pipes shall be insulated; NZBC G12 Clause 7.2. The standing water level shall be a minimum of 300mm below insulation. The use of an expansion control valve can help protect the water heater.

LOW PRESSURE HEADER TANK INSTALLATION

VENT PIPE
ROOF LINE

2.5 METRES MIN HEAD REQUIRED AT TEMPERING VALVE COLD WATER MAINS INLET

HOT WATER TO LAUNDRY & KITCHEN WATER HEATER TO NZS 4602 WITH THERMOSTAT & ALT SIDE THERMAL ENTRY ENERGY CUT OUT BALL VALVE

7.6 METRES MAX. 3.7 METRES MIN. NOT TO EXCEED WORKING PRESSSURE STATED ON CYLINDER.

TEMPERED WATER TO BATHROOM AND SHOWER NEFA NTLV TEMPERING VALVE

NEFA N311 3in1 FILTER STOPCOCK & NON-RETURN

HIGH PRESSURE COLD WATER TO HOUSEHOLD

BALANCED PRESSURE COLD WATER TO SHOWER

CYLINDER DRAIN

Fig 14.

With low pressure header tank installations the NEFA tempering valve requires a minimum of 2.5m head and for best performance install the NEFA tempering valve as close to the base of the cylinder as possible using 20mm copper pipe.

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PRESSURE RELIEF VALVES ALTERNATIVE RELIEF VALVE NEFA Pressure Relief Valves INSTALLATION are factory set to 3.7m 7.6m or 12.2m head as indicated 80 mm MIN on the valve and cannot be DRAIN adjusted. Relief valves must only be NEFA NRV76 PRESSURE & VACUUM installed on a thermostatically WATER HEATER RELIEF VALVE TO controlled hot water cylinder NZS 4602 INSTALL WITH INTEGRAL WITH with a maximum heating VACUUM BREAK VENT HOLE UP THERMOSTAT capacity of 8kW. & THERMAL Relief Valves must not be ENERGY CUT OUT fitted to a water heater with Fig 15. a wetback or where solar heating is used. To protect the NEFA Relief Valve from excessive heat we recommend that the relief valve is fitted 80mm below the top of the cylinder as shown in Fig 11. Alternatively install the NEFA Relief Valve after a thermosyphon loop of a minimum of 80 mm as shown in Fig 15. The NEFA Relief Valve should not be fitted more than 300mm above the cylinder. Except as detailed under existing installations below. Drain lines from the NEFA Cold Water Expansion Valve and the NEFA Relief Valve must fall continuously from the outlet of the valves. Drain lines should not exceed 3m in length and include not more than three 90 bends. Drain lines should run to a point where the outlet cannot be obstructed or blocked and where expansion and other vented water is discharged to atmosphere and will not cause a hazard or a nuisance. If there is a possibility of the drain freezing, an air break in the drain at the water heater is required. With average domestic hot water usage 2 to 4 litres of EXISTING INSTALLATION water from thermal expansion can be expected. To increase the pressure of an 3.7 METRES MAX. existing installation with an HEIGHT FROM CYLINDER BASE open vent to the roof, a NEFA NEFA NRV37 TOTAL HEAD 3.7m Relief Valve can be fitted PRESSURE & VACUUM VENT + RELIEF VALVE LINE RELIEF VALVE ROOF to the vent not more than NOT TO EXCEED WORKING PRESSSURE 3.7m above the bottom of the STATED ON CYLINDER cylinder as shown in FIG 16. WATER HEATER The pressure reducing valve TO should then be adjusted, refer NZS 4602 WITH Fig 12 Page 27. THERMOSTAT & The vent pipe must be bent as THERMAL ENERGY shown so that the outlet of the CUT OUT Fig 16. NEFA Relief Valve points down. This installation is not suitable for areas subject to freezing.

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FAULT FINDING FOR HOT WATER INSTALLATIONS

If the Relief valve drain drips.

If the Cold Water Expansion Valve (CWE) drain or vent pipe drips.

Is a Cold Water Expansion Valve (CWE) tted?

NO

Check for thermal expansion. Turn water heater energy supply o. Run hot tap for 5-10 seconds.

YES
Install CWE with correct pressure

NO

Check correct pressure CWE is tted

Has dripping stopped?

NO

YES NO
Check CWE drain line is not blocked

YES
Drip is normal thermal expansion. Check thermostat is not set to high. Average domestic hot water useage can expect 2-4 liters of expansion water per day.

YES
Unblock CWE drainline

Has Relief Valve stopped dripping?

YES

NO CHECK RELIEF VALVE

High Pressure Does the Temperature Pressure Relief Valve (TPR) drip or gush intermittently Low Pressure Turn o water supply to hot water cylinder. Dismantle the Relief Valve and clean. Check seat, washer and diaphragm for damage. Replace if necessary. Ret Relief Valve. Turn water on. Note: Due to factory settings, springs cannot be exchanged.

Gush
Check Thermostat. TPR is relieving high temperature water.

Drip
Replace TPR

Nefa Feed, CWE and Relief Valves are OK. Turn water heater energy supply on.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Check for cross feeding. Turn o water supply to the hot water cylinder only.

Has dripping stopped?

NO

CHECK SUPPLY PRESSURE

High Pressure Remove the Feed Valve cap. Check jet, seat and washer for damage. Replace if necessary. Turn water back on. Low Pressure Is a Pressure Limiting Valve (PLV) tted?

YES
Check and rectify any cross feeding (inadvertent high pressure connection to low pressure) through a mixing unit e.g. shower mixer, single lever mixer etc. Turn water back on. Note: Cold feed to TLV must come o cold cylinder feed pipe AFTER the feed valve or PLV.

NO
Install correct PLV

YES
Replace PLV

YES

Has dripping stopped?

NO
Check CWE Turn o water supply to the hot water cylinder. Dismantle the CWE and clean. Check seat, washer and diaphragm for damage. Replace with CWE kit if necessary. Turn water on. Note: CWE is factory set and cannot be adjusted.

YES

Has dripping stopped?

NO
Check Feed Valve setting matches CWE / vent pipe height. (Low pressure systems only.) Refer setting instructions.

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MAINS PRESSURE

NEMPK

MAINS PRESSURE INSTALLATION PACK

500 kPa NPC500 NMTV 20mm Mains Pressure Inlet Control Valve (Pressure Limiting, Isolation & Filter) Mains Pressure Tempering Valve

NECWE700 Cold Water Expansion Valve (with Intergral Non-Return) BV78820 20mm M&F Ball Valve

LOW PRESSURE

NVKLP

LOW PRESSURE INSTALLATION PACK

7.6m Head NFV7615 NRV76 Pressure Reducing Feed Valve (7.6m) Pressure Relief Valve (7.6m) (With Integral Vacuum Break)

NECWE76 Cold Water Expansion Valve (7.6m) (with Intergral Non-Return) NTLV N311 BV78820 Temperature Limiting Valve Filter, Stop cock & Non-return 20mm M&F Ball Valve

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VALVE PACKS

MAINS PRESSURE

NMPKSOL

MAINS PRESSURE SOLAR INSTALLATION PACK

500 kPa NPC500 NSTV20 20mm Mains Pressure Inlet Control Valve (Pressure Limiting, Isolation & Filter) High Performance Solar Tempering Valve

NECWE700 Cold Water Expansion Valve (with Intergral Non-Return) BV78820 20mm M&F Ball Valve

MEDIUM PRESSURE

NVK122

MEDIUM PRESSURE INSTALLATION PACK

12.2m Head NFV12215 NRV122 Pressure Reducing Feed Valve (12.2m) Pressure Relief Valve (12.2m) (With Integral Vacuum Break)

NECWE120 Cold Water Expansion Valve (12m) (with Intergral Non-Return) NTLV N311 BV78820 Temperature Limiting Valve Filter, Stop cock & Non-return 20mm M&F Ball Valve

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NEFA SPARE PARTS & SERVICE KITS

PRESSURE REDUCING FEED VALVE SPNFVSK Nefa Feed Valve Service Kit NFVW Nefa Feed Valve Silicon Washer (pack 20) 920606 Nefa Feed Valve Jumper Assembly NFVD Nefa Feed Valve Diaphragm 920533 Nefa Feed Valve Diaphragm Assembly with Screw and Nut 920541 Nefa Feed Valve Fork 920568 Nefa Feed Valve Fork Bridge NFVCJ Nefa Feed Valve Replacement Jet Kit 920607 Nefa Feed Valve Plastic Cap and O-ring 920509 Nefa Feed Valve Cap O-ring (pack 5) 920657 Nefa Feed Valve Spring 3.7m and 7.6m 920665 Nefa Feed Valve Spring 12.2m 270031 Nefa Feed Valve Adjusting Screw and Nut 920495 Nefa Feed Valve Backing Plate 920673 Nefa Feed Valve Spring Cap PRESSURE AND VACUUM RELIEF VALVE SPNRVSK Nefa Relief Valve Service Kit NRVD Nefa Relief Valve Diaphragm Assembly NRVF Nefa Relief Valve Flap 15mm 3-in-1 FILTER STOPCOCK SP193113 Nefa Filter 311 15mm SP311FLAP Non-return Flap N311 15mm 786101 311 15mm Spindle O-ring SP31120SK Nefa Kit 20mm 3-in-1 NTLV TEMPERATURE LIMITING VALVE 782004 Nefa TLV Service Kit NPC500 MAINS PRESSURE INLET CONTROL VALVE 920700 Filter and O-ring Service Kit NON-RETURN NECWENRV

Nefa CWE Non-return Valve and Holder

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SPARE PARTS & SERVICE KITS

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