122770 AERCO Boiler AERCO VACUUM BREAKER
122770 AERCO Boiler AERCO VACUUM BREAKER
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AERCO 122770 is the OEM Vacuum Breaker for AERCO boilers and water heaters, and the grounded search results give us a complete, authoritative profile of the part.
🔧 Core Identity & Function
Part Number: 122770 Component: Vacuum Breaker OEM: AERCO
A vacuum breaker protects hydronic and steam systems from negative pressure. When the system experiences a pressure drop, the breaker opens to admit air, preventing:
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Back‑siphonage
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Reverse flow of water or condensate
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Damage to piping, heat exchangers, and downstream equipment
Technical Role
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Prevents vacuum formation
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Protects piping and equipment from collapse or reverse flow
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Ensures code‑compliant operation
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Maintains stable hydronic/steam system performance
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Direct‑fit replacement for AERCO systems (no field modification required)
Applications
Used in:
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AERCO commercial boilers
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AERCO commercial water heaters
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Hydronic heating systems
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Steam systems requiring vacuum protection
Typical replacement scenarios:
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Evidence of back‑siphonage
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Negative‑pressure faults
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Drain or piping damage
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Preventive maintenance on older systems
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