Instruction Manual for SIEMENS models including: TH 356 Thermostat Pneumatic Rigid Bulb Limitem, TH 356, Thermostat Pneumatic Rigid Bulb Limitem, Rigid Bulb Limitem, Bulb Limitem

POWERS TH 356 and TH 357 LIMITEM Thermostats (Model 6)

Installation Instructions

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Sue McGlade

Installation Instructions

Siemens 356-0012 Pneumatic Thermostat, Rigid Bulb, Limitem, 18", DA, 0-100F - Adaptive HVAC Supplies

POWERS TH 356 and TH 357 LIMITEM Thermostats (Model 6)


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Installation Instructions Document No. 129-166 March 17, 2022

POWERSTM Controls TH 356 and TH 357 LIMITEM® Thermostats (Model 6)

Product Description
The TH 356 Rigid Bulb LIMITEM and the TH 357 Remote Bulb Direct Acting LIMITEM are pneumatic thermostats with a variety of uses in unit ventilators and other air handling systems.
The TH 356 Rigid Bulb LIMITEM is available in either direct acting or reverse acting models. The TH 357 Remote Bulb LIMITEM is available in direct acting only.

Product Numbers

TH 356 LIMITEM

Table 1. Rigid Bulbs.

Product No.
356-0750 356-0012 356-1005 356-0013

Action
Direct Acting Reverse Acting

Operating Range
30 to 180°F (-1 to 82°C) 0 to 100°F (-18 to 38°C) 30 to 180°F (-1 to 82°C) 0 to 100°F (-18 to 38°C)

TH 357 LIMITEM
Table 2. Remote and Averaging Bulbs.

Product Operating Sensing

Bulb Capillary

No.

Range Element Inches (mm) Ft (M)

357-0003 20 to 100°F Remote 3/8 × 4 in. (-7 to 38°C) Bulb (9.5 × (102)
357-0004 35 to 145°F Averaging 3/32 × 15 ft. (2 to 63°C) Bulb (2.4 × 4570)
357-0001 35 to 145°F Averaging 3/32 × 8 ft. (2 to 63°C) Bulb (2.4 × 2440)

8 (2.4) 40 (12.2) 0.5 (0.15)

Required Tools
· Drill and 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) and 5/8-inch (16 mm) drill bits 3/16-inch (4.8 mm) and 9/16-inch (14 mm) drill bits for the mounting of the 808-412 mounting flange of kit 163-172
· Flat-blade screwdriver
· Test gauge and test thermometer
Prerequisites
· Inspect the sensing tube for damage.
· Read the instructions to determine if any accessories are needed.
· The use of supply and return (output pressure) air gauges and tees is recommended. Order Kit No. 142-0425 for gauge and tee for 1/8-inch NPT (two required).
· Provide adequate clearance for the sensing tube.
Troubleshooting
If the limitem fails to operate properly, use Table 3 as a troubleshooting guide. Ensure that the thermostat receives 18 to 30 psi (124 to 207 kPa) of clean, dry, oil-free supply air. Also, use a test gauge with a length of 3/16-inch ID rubber hose to measure the return pressure at the test port if permanent gauges are not available.

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Troubleshooting, continued

Table 3. Troubleshooting Chart.

Complaint

Check Supply Air Pressure

Probable Cause Low Pressure

Corrective Action As Required

Return Line pressure stays at approx. zero
Return Line pressure stays at approx. supply pressure
Excessive air leakage from exhaust valve

Press down exhaust valve

If return is still zero psi
If return pressure increases

Using a

If return pressure

screwdriver, rotate remains high

the setpoint dial counterclockwise to the limit stop

If return pressure drops to zero

Supply and return line connection

Defective valve assembly
Out of calibration or damaged sensing element
Defective valve assembly
Out of calibration
Connections are interchanged

Replace thermostat
1. Recalibrate 2. With 6 to 9 psi (41 to 62 kPa) return
pressure, vary temperature at the bulb. If no change in return pressure, replace thermostat.
Replace thermostat
Recalibrate
Reverse the supply and return connections

Installation

Figure 1. TH 356 Rigid Bulb LIMITEM. Alternate Duct Mounting

TH 356 Rigid Bulb LIMITEM®
Duct Mounting (See Figure 1.)

The Swivel Flange Mounting Kit Part Number 356-090 is available for mounting the limitem in ducts as small as 13 inches (330 mm) wide.

Flange, lock-nut and sheet metal screws are provided for duct mounting.
1. Remove the flange from the limitem and use the flange as a template. Mark the location of the center hole and three screw holes. Use a 5/8-inch drill bit to drill the center hole and a 1/4-inch drill bit for the screw holes.
2. Slip the flange over the rigid bulb and secure with the lock-nut.
3. Fasten the limitem to the duct with the sheet metal screws provided.
4. Attach the air gauges and tees in the supply and return lines.

Swivel Flange Mounting (See Figure 2)
1. Use the swivel flange as a template to mark the location of the center hole and three screw holes.
2. Drill the holes and attach the flange.
3. Remove the standard mounting flange from the limitem.
4. Carefully thread the limitem through the 3/8-inch NPT tapped swivel socket.
5. Fasten the flange to the duct with the sheet metal screws provided.

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Figure 2. Swivel Flange Mounting Kit Part Number 356-090.
Well Mounting · Exercise care when installing the LIMITEM into a well. · The LIMITEM must fit freely in the well to operate properly. · Screw the LIMITEM into the well, fingertight.
TH 357 Remote Bulb and Averaging Bulb LIMITEM®
Mounting the TH 357 LIMITEM Body (See Figure 3.)
· A 1/8-inch NPT hole is provided for mounting.

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· The mounting bracket, furnished with the thermostat, may be attached to any flat surface and the thermostat body threaded onto the protruding pipe nipple.
· When metal tubing is used for the supply and return air lines, this tubing may also serve to support the body of the thermostat.
Mounting the TH 357 LIMITEM Bulb
· When mounting the bulb through a metal surface, protect the capillary by using a mounting flange with a rubber grommet in Kit 163-172.
Remote Bulb
· Use a remote bulb holder Number 808-517 to support the remote bulb. The holder may be shortened to fit small ducts.
· When installing the remote bulb in a pipeline, use copper well Grainger number 38Y210.
· When the bulb is mounted in a unit ventilator, use coil clip Number 356-115 to support the bulb in the air stream through the coil. See Figure 5 and Figure 6.

Figure 3. TH 357 Remote and Averaging Bulb LIMITEM.

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Averaging Bulb Mounting Averaging bulbs require some means of support for the bulb and capillary.
· Use a coil clip, Part Number 356-115 (Figures 6 and 7) or a capillary clip, Part Number 7421700060 (Figure 4), to support the bulb if there is easy access to the coil.
· For duct mounting where access to the coil is limited, see Figure 8. Use flange Number 808-412 and a length of 3/8-inch (9.5 mm) OD hard copper tube to expose the bulb to the air leaving the coil within the duct.

Figure 5. Clip Mounted on Coil.

Figure 4. Capillary Clip Number 7421700060 (Pkg of 100).

Figure 6. Coil Clip Number 356-115.

Figure 7. Installation of TH 357 Averaging Bulb in a Duct.

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Calibration
Change setpoint
1. Remove the cover.
2. With a screwdriver, turn the dial adjustment screw to change to the desired setpoint. See Figure 8.

Figure 8. LIMITEM® Cover Removed.

Calibrate

1. Using a test thermometer, accurately measure the temperature at the bulb.

2. Set the dial to the bulb temperature by turning the dial adjustment screw with a screwdriver.

NOTE:

You must use a screwdriver. Do not attempt to change the dial by rotating it with your hand.

3. If a permanent return air gauge is not installed, use the pressure test port. See Figure 8 for its location.

4. Loosen the test port screw about 1/2 turn and slip a 3/16-inch ID rubber hose connected to the test gauge over the pressure test port. See Figure 9.

5. If the return pressure does not read 7 to 8 psi (48-55 kPa), turn the dial adjustment screw with a screwdriver until pressure is 7 to 8 psi (48-55 kPa).
6. Loosen the dial screws and turn dial until the temperature at the bulb and dial is identical. Tighten the screws.
7. The thermostat is now calibrated and the setpoint may be changed to desired setpoint.

Sensitivity Adjustment

The sensitivity adjustment is factory set with the sensitivity spring tab in position 6 of the spring retainer. This is approximately mid span of the sensitivity. See Table 4 for other settings.

Table 4.

Sensitivity Psi/°F

Slot No

Rigid Bulb

Remote Bulb

Rmt Bulb 40' Cap (12 m)

1 0.29 0.33

0.33

2 0.44 0.60

0.54

3 0.64 1.03

0.76

4 0.89 1.39

0.97

5 1.03 1.74

1.18

6 1.22 2.09

1.40

7 1.41 2.44

1.61

8 1.61 2.79

1.82

9 1.80 3.15

2.03

10 2.0

3.5

2.29

11 2.0

3.5

2.29

To change the sensitivity:

1. Loosen the dial screws. See Figure 8.

2. Loosen the dial adjustment screw.

3. Lightly press the spring retainer. (Do not bend).

4. Move the sensitivity spring to the new position. See Figure 10. Table 4 gives the sensitivity spring tab location and the corresponding sensitivity value.

NOTE: The tab may be installed in either side of the spring retainer.

Figure 9. Using the Pressure Test Port. Siemens Industry, Inc.

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Figure 10. Sensitivity Spring Setting.

5. Ensure that the dial adjustment screw point touches the sensitivity spring.

6. Recalibrate the unit.

Table 5. Cross Reference Chart.

* Non-relay (one-pipe) requires external restrictor. ** Direct or reverse acting-reversible.
References
Technical Instructions
TH 356-1 LIMITEM® Rigid Bulb Thermostat, Document No. 155-070P25
TH357-1 LIMITEM® Remote Bulb Thermostat, Document No. 155-071P25

Information in this publication is based on current specifications. The company reserves the right to make changes in specifications and models as design improvements are introduced. POWERS is a trademark, and LIMITEM is a registered trademark of Siemens Industry, Inc. Other product or company names mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners. © 2017-2022 Siemens Industry, Inc.

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