Boiler Drain Valves

Boiler Drain Valves

MODEL:

  • LB 15
  • LB 16
  • LB 16A

Warning & Notes

Turn off the water supply and release system pressure and allow hot water to cooling before installation.

Dimension (mm)

Model H L D
LB 15 80.7 40.5 53.5
LB 16 80.3 44 53.5
LB 16A 80.3 44 53.5
Exploded diagram of Boiler Drain Valves
Specifications table for Boiler Drain Valves

Installation

  1. Apply PTFE (Teflon) thread seal tape clockwise around the male pipe threads 5 to 6 times
  2. Thread the valve onto the pipe by hand. Use a wrench on the flats of the brass body and tighten securely
  3. Rotate the valve until the hose connection points right. Do not over- tighten
  4. Close the hand whee on the water supply a connections for leaks

Maintenance

Leakage Around the Stem (Below Hand-wheel):
Slightly tighten the packing nut (approximately 1/8 turn) with a wrench. Do not over-tighten.

Valve Fails to Shut Off Completely (Persistent Dripping):
Isolate the water supply, remove the bonnet assembly, and inspect the seat washer. Clean or replace the washer as necessary

Tools Required

  1. Adjustable Wrench or Pipe Wrench
  2. PTFE (Teflon) thread seal tap