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Ultra-sorb ® Model XV S t e am D is pe r s io n Pan e l Installatio n, Operatio n , and Maintenance Man u al F o r p r e s s u r i z e d s t e a m a p p l i c a t i o n s...
Ta b l e o f c o n t e n t s Field assembly W A R N I N G ! Unpack the dispersion assembly and loose components ..3 Verify that the order is complete .
F i e l d a s s e m b l y Unpack the dispersion assembly and loose components Integral heat exchanger • Ultra-sorb Model XV has high-efficiency dispersion tubes. • Ultra-sorb Model XV employs an integral The tubes are insulated with polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) heat exchanger to pressurize and lift insulation, which provides up to an 85% reduction in wasted condensate up to 12"...
F i e l d a s s e m b l y Note: These assembly instructions are for Lay out the panel components Ultra-sorb Model XV panels shipped Orient the panel components on a large, flat working surface. unassembled by request or as required. Panels with overall height more than Attach the flanges 98"...
I n s t a l l a t i o n Panel and piping components Table 5-1: The Ultra-sorb Model XV dispersion panel and piping components Piping components are shown in Figure 5-1. Component Qty. Panel location choices, installation instructions, and system options Modulating steam valve are provided in the following subsections.
I n s t a l l a t i o n Panel placement in an air handling unit Selecting the location (see Figure 6-1) DRI-STEEM has cataloged the distance unabsorbed steam travels in an airstream (see Figure 15-1). Dispersed steam must be absorbed •...
I n s t a l l a t i o n Installation in a cold air stream Figure 7-2: When a humidifier is installed in a duct that will carry cold air, Installation in a cold air stream determine the dew point temperature. If the psychrometric chart Extended trails of reveals that saturation may occur, protection should be provided.
I n s t a l l a t i o n Duct smoke detector Dispersion tube orientation Do not install a duct smoke detector downstream Verify that the steam discharge tubelets are perpendicular to the from the Ultra-sorb panel. If downstream airstream (see Figure 8-1).
I n s t a l l a t i o n Mounting in an air handling unit Model XV must be used in pressurized steam applications and in horizontal airflows only, as shown in Figure 9-1. Metal support frames should be anchored to the air handler casing. Recommended fasteners for mounting the Ultra-sorb to a metal support frame are ¼...
I n s t a l l a t i o n Trap recommendation The steam supply line should be dripped immediately ahead of the steam valve through a steam trap. Low pressure, up to 15 psi (103 kPa) — F&T trap High pressure, more than 15 psi (103 kPa) —...
I n s t a l l a t i o n • The application requires the tallest dispersion tubes, the closest Figure 11-1: tube spacing, and the lowest allowable heat exchanger steam Header overflow P-trap water seal pressures. Connection end of header •...
I n s t a l l a t i o n Temperature switch Figure 12-1: Temperature switch location Install the temperature switch to prevent the header from flooding with condensate if the heat exchanger cools, such as if the condensate return main becomes flooded or the P-trap fails closed.
S t a r t - u p a n d O p e r a t i o n After removing the clear poly film from the dispersion tubes, follow the start-up instructions below. Do not remove the white PVDF insulation.
P e r f o r m a n c e d a t a 1. Non-wetting distance is the distance downstream from the Table 14-1: Ultra-sorb panel after which wetting will not occur. Although Model XV air pressure loss steam wisps may be present, solid objects at duct air tempera- Duct air Tube spacing...
M a i n t e n a n c e Strainer Inspect at least twice during the first year. If fouled, inspect it more frequently. Steam traps At least twice a year verify that the steam traps are functioning properly.
OM-7492 Use of other cleaners/de-scalers may void your DRI-STEEM warranty. See DRI-STEEM’s Humidifier De-scaling Solution page at www.dristeem.com, or click here. The Usage Instructions shipped with the DRI-STEEM Humidifier De-scaling Solution contain important handling, mixing, timing, and pH testing information.
R e p l a c e m e n t p a r t s Table 17-1: Table 17-2: Model XV Replacement parts Replacement components Description Part No. Description Part No. Panel fastener, frame (package of 4) 191170-010 Modulating steam valve consult factory O-ring, square 1.35"...
Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g Table 18-1: Model XV troubleshooting guide Problem Possible cause Action Humidifier discharges water • Missing or torn seal • Replace seal. in duct • Dispersion tube not properly installed •...
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Tr o u b l e s h o o t i n g Table 19-1: Model XV troubleshooting guide (continued) Problem Possible cause Action Air cannot absorb steam • Humidifier operates when blower is off • Provide interlock. quantity being discharged •...
DRI-STEEM’s limited warranty shall not be effective or actionable unless there is compliance with all installation and operating instructions furnished by DRI-STEEM, or if the products have been...
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