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DriSteem VAPORMIST Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

DriSteem VAPORMIST Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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  • Page 1 READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS VAPORMIST ® Elect r ic -t o-St eam Hu mi di fie r Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual...

  • Page 2: Warnings And Cautions

    To avoid severe burns, follow the cool-down procedure in this manual before performing service or maintenance procedures on any part of the system. mc_011909_1130 VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
  • Page 3 To prevent such damage from humidifi ers without water tempering, allow the tank to cool before draining. Humidifi ers equipped with a water tempering device such as a DriSteem Drane-kooler need fresh make-up water in order to function properly. Make sure the water supply to the water tempering device remains open during draining.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    • Vertical airflows Call us at 800-328-4447 Obtaining documents from our web site or from DriCalc is the quickest way to view our literature, or we will be happy to mail literature to you. VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
  • Page 5 WARRANTY ............VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 6: Overview

    See Figure 3-2. Water conductivity must RO, DI, or softened water 7 to 8 be at least 30 μS/cm for proper operation. Vapormist humidifi ers for tap or Tap water 6.5 to 8.5 softened fi ll water will not operate with RO/DI water. For RO/DI water, use Silica <...
  • Page 7 Web interface for Ethernet access (see Figure 3-1). The Vapor-logic version 5 Installation and Operation Manual ships with FIGURE 3-2: WATER LEVEL CONTROL Vapormist humidifi ers. Refer to it for information on using the keypad/display FOR TAP/SOFTENED WATER HUMIDIFIER and Web interface, and for troubleshooting information.

  • Page 8: Specifications

    SDU fan unit. ** For wire sizing, the highest leg draw is shown due to current imbalance. † Add the following to Vapormist weights if using an SDU option (these weights are for additional control components housed within the Vapormist cabinet): –...

  • Page 9: Dimensions

    0.90" (23 mm) hole in base for water fi ll line DC-1167 0.63" 2.25" (57 mm) 0.70" (18 mm) (16 mm) Power wiring knockout 1.50" (38 mm) 5.75" (146 mm) Control or SDU wiring knockout 24.2" (614 mm) VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 10: Dispersion Options

    Dispersion options The duct dispersion options in Figure 6-1 and the open space dispersion options in Figure 6-2 are available for Vapormist humidifi ers. For installation details, see “Dispersion” beginning on Page 18. FIGURE 6-1: VAPORMIST HUMIDIFIER DUCT DISPERSION OPTIONS...

  • Page 11: Selecting A Location

    Install the humidifi er on an exterior wall only if the wall is properly insulated. DISPERSION CONTROL DEVICES See Figure 17-1 for recommended installation locations for the dispersion assembly and associated control devices. mc_062810_0928-NA VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 12: Installation

    2. Secure cabinet to wall with lag bolts provided. See mounting keyholes in death. Figure 8-1. mc_060110_1540 Note: Use the appropriate mounting methods and mounting hardware for other wall types. FIGURE 8-1: VAPORMIST MOUNTING KEYHOLE LOCATIONS AND DIMENSIONS 16" (406 mm) 3" (76 mm) Keyhole for 3/8" dia. (M10) 18.5"...
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION Mounting FIGURE 9-1: VAPORMIST CLEARANCE RECOMMENDATIONS Maintain these clearances for service and maintenance. Top (when SDU is not mounted directly above the Vapormist): 18"(460 mm) To dispersion assembly Right side electrical controls: 36" (915 mm) Secured to supporting wall...

  • Page 14: Tap/Softened Water

    • Install a union in water supply and drain lines as shown to allow tank removal. • Damage caused by chloride corrosion is not covered by your DriSteem warranty. mc_042710_1327-VM VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 15: Ro/Di Water Option

    • Install a union in the water supply and drain lines as shown to allow tank removal. • Damage caused by chloride corrosion is not covered by your DriSteem warranty. mc_042710_1328-VM...

  • Page 16: Supply Water And Drain Piping

    For other Drane-kooler mounting options or for more information, contact your DriSteem representative/distributor, or view the Drane-kooler product data sheet in the literature section at www.dristeem.com OM-7398 mc_061710_1449 VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 17: Drane-Kooler

    DC-1138 Condensate pump Note: Use a condensate pump rated for your application. Pumps are rated by fl uid temperature, head (pressure), and fl ow (gpm). Contact your local DriSteem representative for pump selection. mc_050610_1345 VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 18: Wiring

    • Do not use chassis or safety grounds as current-carrying commons. Never use a safety ground as a conductor or neutral to return circuit current. mc_062310_0630-VMHT VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
  • Page 19 51.1 - 66.7 75.8 - 93.7 66.8 - 82.5 93.8 - 113.2 82.6 - 100.5 113.3 - 144 100.6 - 128.2 144.1 - 174 128.3 - 155.2 174.1 - 201.7 155.3 - 179.2 mc_062310_0615 VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 20: Sensor Placement

    Figure 17-1. factors that play an important role in overall system control are: Note: DriSteem recommends that you do not interchange room and duct • Size of humidification system relative to humidity devices. Room humidity devices are calibrated with zero or load little airfl...
  • Page 21 Humidifi er dispersion assembly Turning vanes Temperature compensation option: Place a temperature DC-1084 compensation sensor on the lower corner of the inside surface of mc_060508_0750 double-pane window glass on north- or northeast-facing window. Doorway Window VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 22: Dispersion

    Dispersion: Selecting the dispersion assembly location FIGURE 18-1: ULTRA-SORB WITH THE DriSteem humidifi ers operate with several types of dispersion assemblies for HIGH-EFFICIENCY TUBE OPTION open spaces and for ducts and air handling units. Dispersion assemblies in ducts and air handling units must be positioned where the water vapor being discharged is carried off with the airstream and is absorbed before it can cause condensation or dripping.

  • Page 23: Interconnecting Piping Requirements

    This will result in unacceptable humidifi cation system performance such as • Use DriSteem steam hose. Other manufacturers of steam hose may use leaking gaskets, blown water seals, erratic unacceptable release agents or material mixes that can affect humidifi er water level control, and spitting condensate system performance adversely.
  • Page 24 0.20 0.30 1½ 0.11 0.16 0.020 0.030 Tubing 0.14 0.21 0.025 0.037 Note: These data are based on an ambient air temperature of 80 °F (27 °C), fi berglass insulation, and copper tubing. mc_051310_1215 VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 25: Drip Tee Installation

    Obstruction Insulate tubing to reduce steam loss DC-1450 Vapormist humidifi er Tubing drip tee, by installer. DriSteem part numbers for 304 stainless steel inline tees: • 1½" (DN40): Part No. 162710 To dispersion assembly • 2" (DN50): Part No. 162712 6"...
  • Page 26 Both SDUs can be mounted on a wall directly above the Vapormist cabinet visible vapor and potential for moisture or mounted on a wall remote from the Vapormist (see Figure 6-3). Use the collection on the discharge grille. mounting template on the box for correct placement. Two lag bolts are SDU-E: Higher capacity provided with each SDU.

  • Page 27: Sdu-I And Sdu-E

    INSTALLATION Dispersion: SDU-I and SDU-E FIGURE 23-1: WALL-MOUNTED VAPORMIST AND SDU-I Keyhole for 3/8" SDU chassis 16" (406 mm) dia. (M10) fasteners 3" (76 mm) 17.75" (451 mm) 18.02" (458 mm) 16" (406 mm) 0.25" (6.4 mm) 3" (76 mm) Keyhole for 18.50"...
  • Page 28 1½" (DN40) 2.25" (276 mm) or 2" (DN50) Steam inlet (57 mm) steam inlet Note: SDU-E dispersion box requires an installed condensate drain line and water seal, provided by installer. See Figure 25-1. mc_052510_1701-NA VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
  • Page 29 212 °F (100 °C) 1" (25 mm) air gap Spill funnel. Plumb to fl oor drain. Open fl oor drain. Refer to governing codes for drain pipe size and maximum temperature requirements. mc_042710_1445-NA VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
  • Page 30 SDU-E blower. When the call for humidity is satisfi ed, the Vapor-logic controller keeps the blower running to disperse residual moisture using a time delay. mc_042710_1255 FIGURE 26-1: SDU-E RISE, SPREAD, AND THROW Air intake grille Steam outlet Rise DC-1027 mc_042710_1435 Spread Throw VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
  • Page 31 • Rise: The minimum nonwetting height above the steam outlet of the SDU-E. • Spread: The minimum nonwetting width from the steam outlet of the SDU-E. • Throw: The minimum nonwetting horizontal distance from the steam outlet of the SDU-E. mc_042710_1300-NA VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 32: Single Dispersion Tube

    This will result in unacceptable • Tubing diameter must match Vapormist steam outlet size 1½" (DN40), 2" humidifi cation system performance such as (DN50), or NPT connection.
  • Page 33 (3048 mm) in 1" (25 mm) increments. • If face width is <19" (483 mm), tube capacity may be reduced. Consult DriSteem or see DriCalc for the correct capacity. • Hose kits are available that include dispersion tube, 10 ft (3 m) of steam hose, and hardware...

  • Page 34: Rapid-Sorb

    Hot surface and steam hazard • Unpack shipment and verify receipt of all Rapid-sorb components Dispersion tube, steam hose, or tubing with packing list. Report any shortages to DriSteem immediately. The can contain steam, and surfaces can components typically include the following: be hot.
  • Page 35 See DriCalc for vertical airfl ow capacities. If face height is <22" (559 mc_060210_0936- mm), tube quantity per panel may need to increase to compensate for reduced capacity of short tubes. Consult DriSteem or see DriCalc for the correct calculation. mc_060210_0935...
  • Page 36 • Set the slip coupling on the header stub or dis per sion tube so the O-ring is resting on the face of the tubing. • Rotate the slip coupling as you push it onto the tubing. • The O-rings are lubricated at the factory. If additional lubrication is necessary, DO NOT use a petroleum-based lubricant. VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
  • Page 37 • Dispersion tubes to L-bracket • Hose clamps on 2" (DN50) tubes 9. Secure and seal the dispersion tube escutcheon plate and condensate drain tube escutcheon plate around the respective tubes, if applicable. mc_060210_1015-NA VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
  • Page 38 90°. Typically, due to the condensate drain piping re quire ments, the header can be set on the floor of the air handler, assembled in the vertical position, and then raised and mounted in place. VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
  • Page 39 • L-bracket to duct • Dispersion tubes to L-bracket • Hose clamps on 2" (DN50) tubes • Header support bracket fastener 10. Secure and seal the header escutcheon plate around the header. mc_060210_1050 -NA VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 40: Ultra-Sorb

    fl ash steam, or condensing on nearby surfaces may occur. All drain lines must be installed and sized according to governing codes. ULTRA-SORB For Ultra-sorb steam dispersion panel instructions, see the installation, operation, and maintenance manual shipped with the Ultra-sorb. mc_060210_1300-NA Ultra-sorb VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 41: Operation

    OPERATION Principle of operation FIGURE 37-1: VAPORMIST PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION Tap/softened water Vapormist (shown with cover removed) OM-2000a mc_022112_0952 1. When the system is first activated, the fill valve opens and the evaporating chamber fills with water to the operating level.

  • Page 42: Start-Up Checklist

    ☐ Check the amp draw of the heaters. Refer to the humidifi er wiring diagram for the proper rating. ☐ If you experience diffi culties, have the keypad/display information available along with the serial number and humidifi er Model, and call DriSteem Technical Support at 800-328-4447. mc_060210_1355-VM VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 43: Start-Up Procedure

    (see the Vapor-logic version 5 Installation and Operation Manual). Damage from dry startup At start-up, DriSteem recommends initially running the humidifi er with the In the event the humidifi er tank does factory default setting for skim time. See “Maintenance," beginning on not contain water and the heaters Page 40.

  • Page 44: Maintenance

    Both humidifi er cleaning and heated water fl owing to the drain are operational WARNING costs. DriSteem recommends that the user observe and adjust the skim duration Hot surface and hot water hazard to achieve a balance between reducing mineral buildup and conserving Do not touch the tank or drain piping heated water.
  • Page 45 To keep perform the cool down process. humidifi ers operating as effi ciently as possible, remove scale with DriSteem's Humidifi er De- – Go to the control modes screen and select Manual Drain. scaling Solution, available for purchase from your DriSteem representative or distributor.
  • Page 46 – When sliding probe housing into bracket from which it hangs, orient ordered from your DriSteem representative (Part housing so neither water fl ow slot directly faces tank wall at back No. 185101). end of bracket. mc_060310_0735-NA mc_061610_1500 VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
  • Page 47 4. Drain the evaporating chamber, and clean if necessary following the instructions in this manual. 5. Replace the enclosure. 6. Leave the evaporating chamber dry, the power off, and the water shut-off valve closed until the next humidification season. VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 48: Ro/Di Water Option

    • Disconnect the drain union on the back left corner of the frame. • Disconnect the steam supply hose from the top of the tank. • Lift the tank foot above the frame fl ange and slide the tank assembly forward to remove. VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
  • Page 49 Vapor-logic version 5 Installation and Operation Manual. 5. Replace the enclosure. 6. Leave the evaporating chamber dry, the power off, and the water shut-off valve closed until the next humidification season. mc_061610_1520 VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 50: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS Humidifi er FIGURE 46-1: VAPORMIST HUMIDIFIER REPLACEMENT PARTS Tap/softened water Vapormist RO/DI water Vapormist OM-768d VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
  • Page 51 Tube weld, low water, short, Cover, tank gasket, VM-6 through VM-34 160695-002 167787 VM-2 through VM-4 Tube weld, low water, long, 167788 VM-6 through VM-34 Sediment strainer 300050 * Specify humidifi er model and serial numbers when ordering. VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 52: Sdu-E

    Screw, 8-32 × ½" Phillips, black 700170-007 Nut retainer, 8-32 409593-001 Dispersion chamber for SDU with 1½" outlet 160445-003 Dispersion chamber for SDU with 2" outlet 160445-004 * This is an assembly of multiple parts. mc_062810_1112 VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 53: Sdu-I

    Blower, SDU external assembly Switch, airfl ow 406190 Screw, 8-32 × ½" Phillips, black 700170-007 Nut retainer, 8-32 409593-001 Tubelet, 0.375" × 0.375" molded 310280-006 * This is an assembly of multiple parts. mc_062810_1113 VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...

  • Page 54: Subpanel

    REPLACEMENT PARTS Subpanel FIGURE 50-1: VAPORMIST SUBPANEL WITH SSR OM-213-4b Table 50-1: Vapormist subpanel with SSR Description Qty. Part No. Description Qty. Part No. Board, Vapor-logic main Subpanel, barrier 120801 408496-006 microprocessor DIN rail, 11" long 167765-011 10 Board, Vapor-logic keypad/display...
  • Page 55 REPLACEMENT PARTS Subpanel FIGURE 51-1: VAPORMIST SUBPANEL WITH SDU Table 51-1: Vapormist subpanel with SDU Description Qty. Part No. Subpanel, barrier 120801 DIN rail, 11" long 167765-011 Lug wire 409250-003 Ground lug, medium 409250-027 Block, DIN rail terminal end 408252-006...

  • Page 56: Warranty

    DriSteem, or if the products have been For the most recent product information modifi ed or altered without the written consent of DriSteem, or if such products have been subject visit our Web site: www.dristeem.com to accident, misuse, mishandling, tampering, negligence or improper maintenance.

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