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READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ULTRA-SORB ® MODEL S team Dis p er si on P anels Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual For applications using steam from a boiler or from any DriSteem steam generating humidifier.
Supply and drain connections and dimensions ....14 DriSteem Technical Support Ultra-sorb Model MP connections and dispersion tube detail ..15 •...
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UNPACKING HIGH-EFFICIENCY TUBES Unpacking High-Effi ciency Tubes NOTE: If you have an Ultra-sorb without High-effi ciency dispersion tubes (non- High-efficiency tube option insulated tubes), please skip to the next page. Dispersion assemblies with the High-Effi ciency Tube option are designed to produce signifi...
INSTALLATION Ultra-sorb Model MP fi eld assembly Note: These assembly instructions are for Ultra-sorb Model MP panels shipped unassembled by request or as required. Panels with overall height more than 98" (2490 mm) are shipped unassembled. LAY OUT THE PANEL COMPONENTS Place the panel components on a large, fl...
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INSTALLATION Ultra-sorb Model MP fi eld assembly INSERT DISPERSION TUBES INTO AN UNASSEMBLED ULTRA-SORB PANEL If the Ultra-sorb Model MP panel was shipped unassembled, the dispersion tubes need to be inserted into the panel. Note: Use soapy water to lubricate end of tubes where inserted into rubber grommet.
Ultra-sorb Model MP tube capacity* Tubes lbs/hr kg/hr Uninsulated 18.1 1.5" Insulated 19.5 Uninsulated 34.9 2.0" Insulated 36.3 * If face height (B') is <17" (432 mm), consult DriSteem or see DriCalc for the correct calculation. ULTRA-SORB MODEL MP INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
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INSTALLATION Ultra-sorb Model MP mechanical specifi cations Table 5-1: Ultra-sorb Model MP dimensions Dimension Inches (mm) A Unit width 15" (380 mm) min, 147" (3735 mm) max, in ½" (13 mm) increments A' Face width 12" (305 mm) min, 144" (3660 mm) max, in ½" (13 mm) increments B Unit height* 19.375"...
INSTALLATION Selecting the location DETERMINE HUMIDIFIER PLACEMENT Dispersed steam must be absorbed into the airfl ow before it comes in contact with duct elbows, fans, vanes, fi lters, or any object that can cause condensation and dripping. • Install the Ultra-sorb panel in a location where discharged water vapor will be absorbed by the airstream.
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INSTALLATION Selecting the location FIGURE 7-1: PLACING A DISPERSION ASSEMBLY IN AN AIR HANDLING UNIT Filters Cooling coil 8' to 12' (2.4 to 3.7 m) Heating coil Economizer Duct high limit humidity control control device for dispersion locations A, B Airfl...
INSTALLATION Mounting and support INSTALLATION IN A COLD AIR STREAM FIGURE 8-1: INSTALLATION IN A COLD AIR STREAM When a humidifi er is installed in a duct that will carry cold air, determine Extended trails of the dew point temperature. If the psychrometric chart reveals that saturation fog may develop Ultra-sorb Cold...
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INSTALLATION Mounting and support FIGURE 9-1: The Ultra-sorb panel can operate with air fl ow in either direction. The steam DISPERSION TUBE ORIENTATION supply and condensate drain connections must be connected to the header assembly. To locate connections, the panel may be rotated 180º to the Dispersion tube Tubelet preferred side of the AHU or duct.
2. Hardware for connection of dispersion tubes to header when shipped unassembled. 3. Tube grommets for connection when shipped unassembled. *For electrode type humidifi ers pitch towards Ultra-sorb MP steam dispersion panel. ULTRA-SORB MODEL MP INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
Recommended fasteners for mounting the Ultra-sorb to a metal support frame are 1/4–20 nuts and bolts or #12 self drilling and tapping screws. Due to the possible forces exerted on this application, DriSteem recommends fastener spacing not to exceed 6" (150 mm). On larger Ultra-sorb installations, vertical channels may be required on both the inlet and outlet ends of the humidifi...
INSTALLATION Mounting and support FIGURE 13-1: ULTRA-SORB MODEL MP MOUNTING IN A HORIZONTAL DUCT IN DUCT The Ultra-sorb panel is contained within a mounting frame. Ultra-sorb Side view A mounting fl ange 1½" (38 mm) wide is provided on all four sides of the unit.
1400 2300 1043 1. Use DriSteem steam hose for best results. Other hose may have shorter 3. Insulate tubing to minimize loss of capacity and effi ciency. life and may cause foaming in the evaporating chamber resulting in 4. Developed length of tubing equals measured length plus 50% of condensate discharge at the dispersion assembly.
To ensure driest steam, take humidifi er steam off the top of the steam main (not Note: Pipe thread and fl ange tubing adapters the side or bottom). are available from DriSteem. ULTRA-SORB MODEL MP INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
For electrode-type (DriSteem XT Series) humidifi er piping, see Page 19. TUBING Steam hose Standard connections on DriSteem evaporative humidifi ers are 1½" (38 mm) (See Table stainless steel tubing. Two inch tubing connections are available as an option 16-1) on higher capacity evaporative units.
Since Ultra-sorb panels operate with virtually TUBING zero internal pressure, condensate cannot be Standard steam hose connects to DriSteem electrode steam humidifi er cylinders piped directly into a return main. It must be piped to a fl oor drain or into a condensate (XT series) and to the Ultra-sorb steam inlet directly or with a stainless steel pump and returned to the steam source.
OPERATION Replacing Ultra-sorb Model MP dispersion tubes REMOVING A DISPERSION TUBE FROM AN ULTRA-SORB PANEL A dispersion tube may need to be removed for access to an adjacent coil, or because of tube damage or upgrade to an insulated tube. See page 3 for how to install a dispersion tube.
DriSteem’s DriCalc sizing and selection application, available media. If you must install upstream from fi lter media, consult DriSteem or at www. dristeem.com. Note that your current design conditions may vary from your local DriSteem representative for conditions used for system design.
OPERATION Controls AIRFLOW PROVING SWITCH An air fl ow proving switch should be used to prevent the steam valve from opening if air is not moving in the duct. HIGH LIMIT HUMIDISTAT To prevent over saturation when duct air is cooler than 70 °F (21 °C), use a high limit (duct mounted) humidistat (Figure 10-1).
OPERATION Startup 1. Turn on humidification steam to the Ultra-sorb supply header: • Pressurized steam: Open the modulating steam valve. • Evaporative humidifi er: Follow the startup instructions in the humidifi er's Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual. 2. Check for piping leaks. 3.
MAINTENANCE Inspecting and servicing components STRAINER Inspect the strainer screen at least twice during the fi rst year. If fouled, inspect it more frequently. STEAM TRAPS ON MAIN STEAM SUPPLY At least twice a year verify that steam traps are functioning properly. A blocked steam trap is cold.
MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Table 25-1: Ultra-sorb Model MP troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Action Humidifi er discharges • Steam main overloaded with water due • Locate cause of priming and correct. water in duct to boiler discharging water with steam (priming) • P- trap not draining properly •...
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MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Table 25-1: Ultra-sorb Model MP troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Action Control system • Incorrect control voltage • Replace transformer. malfunctioning • Incorrect control signal • Replace components. • Improper wiring connections • Rewire. • Incorrect humidity sensor • Replace. •...
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(dampers, turning vanes, etc.) in internal devices. duct • Add more dispersion tubes for shorter non-wetting distance. Consult DriSteem to determine the total number of tubes required. • Non-insulated duct passing through • Insulate ductwork. unheated area (duct surface temperature too...
MAINTENANCE Replacement parts FIGURE 28-1: ULTRA-SORB MODEL MP REPLACEMENT PARTS OM-7890 OM-7854_rightside ULTRA-SORB MODEL MP INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL...
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MAINTENANCE Replacement parts Note: Consult factory for Ultra-sorb Model MP replacement parts. Table 29-1: Ultra-sorb Model MP replacement parts Description Part number Ultra-sorb Model MP header Consult factory Flange side Ultra-sorb Model MP Consult factory Nut lock ¼" 20 UNC Hex Nylock SST 191172-010 Nut lock ¼"...
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