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- Page 1 READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ULTRA-SORB LV/LH ® MODELS S team Di s per s io n Pa ne ls Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual For applications using steam from a boiler or from any DriSteem steam generating humidifier.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Supply and drain connections and dimensions ....15 DriSteem Technical Support Piping ..........16 800-328-4447 Steam from a boiler . -
Page 3: Unpacking High-Efficiency Tubes
UNPACKING HIGH-EFFICIENCY TUBES Unpacking High-Efficiency Tubes NOTE: If you have an Ultra-sorb without High-efficiency dispersion tubes (non- FIGURE 1-1: ULTRA-SORB WITH THE HIGH-EFFICIENCY TUBE OPTION insulated tubes), please skip to the next page . UNPACKING • Remove the dispersion assembly from the shipping container; be careful not to bump or scrape the PVDF insulating material on the dispersion tubes. -
Page 4: Installation
INSTALLATION Ultra-sorb Model LV field assembly PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS WHILE ASSEMBLING Table 2-1: Ultra-sorb Model LV components 1 . Unpack Description Qty . Unpack the Ultra-sorb components and verify that you have all items on the Supply header assembly with packing list. - Page 5 INSTALLATION Ultra-sorb Model LV field assembly 2 . Bolt mounting flanges to supply header assembly FIGURE 3-1: SUPPLY HEADER ASSEMBLY Supply header assembly Refer to Figure 3-1 and 3-3. Attach the two mounting flanges as Steam indicated using 1/4"–20 bolts with the nuts only finger tightened. inlet 3 .
- Page 6 INSTALLATION Ultra-sorb Model LV field assembly 4 . Bolt mounting flanges to condensate header assembly Refer to Figure 4-1. Push the slip couplings onto the dispersion tubes flush with the tube ends. Make sure the drain connection is properly oriented. Attach the mounting flanges using 1/4"–20 bolts, and leave the nuts finger tight.
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Page 7: Ultra-Sorb Model Lh Field Assembly
INSTALLATION Ultra-sorb Model LH field assembly PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS WHILE ASSEMBLING Table 5-1: 1 . Unpack Ultra-sorb Model LH components Description Qty . Unpack the Ultra-sorb components and verify that you have all items on the packing list. Supply header assembly with shouldered slip couplings Note that both the supply header assembly and the condensate header Condensate header assembly... - Page 8 INSTALLATION Ultra-sorb Model LH field assembly 2 . Bolt mounting flanges to supply header assembly Refer to Figures 6-1 and 6-2. Attach the two mounting flanges to the supply header assembly as indicated using 1/4"–20 bolts with the nuts finger tight. 3 .
- Page 9 INSTALLATION Ultra-sorb Model LH field assembly Use care to avoid cutting the internal O-rings of the slip couplings. FIGURE 7-1: CONDENSATE HEADER ASSEMBLY 4 . Bolt mounting flanges to condensate header assembly Align coupling (without shoulder) flush with end of dispersion tube Washer Refer to Figure 7-1.
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Page 10: Selecting The Location
INSTALLATION Selecting the location DETERMINE HUMIDIFIER PLACEMENT Dispersed steam must be absorbed into the airflow before it comes in contact with duct elbows, fans, vanes, filters, 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. - Page 11 INSTALLATION Selecting the location FIGURE 9-1: 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 Airflow proving switch Outside air Preheat coil...
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Page 12: Mounting And Support
INSTALLATION Mounting and support INSTALLATION IN A COLD AIR STREAM FIGURE 10-1: INSTALLATION IN A COLD AIR STREAM When a humidifier is installed in a duct that will carry cold air, determine the Extended trails of dew point temperature. If the psychrometric chart reveals that saturation may fog may develop Ultra-sorb Cold... - Page 13 INSTALLATION Mounting and support The Ultra-sorb panel can operate with air flow in either direction; however, FIGURE 11-1: DISPERSION TUBE ORIENTATION the steam supply must be connected to the supply header assembly, and condensate must be drained from the condensate header assembly. Dispersion tube Tubelet Verify that all steam discharge tubelets are pointed perpendicular to the...
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Page 14: Mounting In An Air Handling Unit
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 humidifier to provide proper support. -
Page 15: Mounting In A Horizontal Duct
INSTALLATION Mounting and support MOUNTING IN A HORIZONTAL DUCT FIGURE 13-1: ULTRA-SORB MODEL LV The Ultra-sorb panel is contained within a mounting frame. Side view Ultra-sorb A mounting flange 1½" (38 mm) wide is provided on all four sides of the unit. The 1½"... -
Page 16: Mounting In A Vertical Duct
INSTALLATION Mounting and support MOUNTING IN A VERTICAL DUCT FIGURE 14-1: ULTRA-SORB MODEL LH FOR VERTICAL AIRFLOW Ultra-sorb LH panels for vertical airflow must be ordered for this application. View from end of headers Headers and tubes are pitched to accommodate vertical mounting. See Figure 14-1. -
Page 17: Supply And Drain Connections And Dimensions
INSTALLATION Supply and drain connections and dimensions FIGURE 15-1: Table 15-1: P-TRAP WATER SEAL DIMENSIONS Condensate piping for Ultra-sorb LV and LH steam dispersion panels Ultra-sorb condensate outlet Evaporative steam Pressurized steam 3/4” (20 mm) Stainless steel Stainless steel con-... -
Page 18: Piping
1400 2300 1043 1. When using steam hose, use DriSteem steam hose for best results. 3. Insulate tubing to minimize loss of capacity and efficiency. Field-supplied hose may have shorter life and may cause foaming in 4. Developed length of tubing equals measured length plus 50% of the evaporating chamber resulting in condensate discharge at the measured length, to account for fittings. -
Page 19: Steam From A Boiler
An air flow proving switch is recommended to prevent the steam valve from Note: Pipe thread and flange tubing adapters opening if air is not moving in the duct. are available from DriSteem. HIGH LIMIT HUMIDISTAT To prevent over saturation when duct air is cooler than 70 °F (21 °C), a high limit (duct mounted) humidistat is recommended (Figure 10-1). -
Page 20: Steam From A Non-Electrode-Type Evaporative Humidifier
Ultra- type evaporative humidifiers sorb (see Figure 18-2). If specified, DriSteem can also provide threaded connections on the evaporative humidifier and on the Ultra-sorb. For threading pipe connection options, see DriSteem’s DriCalc sizing and selection software, FIGURE 18-2: HOSE CUFF INSTALLATION available at www. -
Page 21: Steam From An Electrode-Type Evaporative Humidifier
If specified when ordered, source. DriSteem can provide a threaded connection on the Ultra-sorb steam inlet. For To prevent steam from escaping down the threading pipe connection options, see DriSteem’s DriCalc sizing and selection drain line, install a water seal in the drain line. -
Page 22: Retrofitting An Existing Ultra-Sorb
INSTALLATION Retrofitting an existing Ultra-sorb Before retrofitting an existing Ultra-sorb panel with High-Efficiency Tubes, shut FIGURE 20-1: PVDF INSULATING MATERIAL off steam to the system, and let all hot surfaces cool. See the Warning below. Note: Replacement slip couplings with internal O-rings are shipped with retrofit High-Efficiency Tube orders. - Page 23 INSTALLATION Retrofitting an existing Ultra-sorb 3. Remove the dispersion tube, and make sure Step 3 Note: nothing loose falls into the header. See maintenance instructions for High-Efficiency Tubes on Page 24. INSTALL HIGH-EFFICIENCY TUBES Note: The photos below show the High-Efficiency Tubes without the clear poly film for demonstration purposes only.
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Page 24: Operation
Non-wetting media. If you must install upstream from filter media, consult DriSteem or distance can also be calculated using DriSteem’s DriCalc sizing and selection your local DriSteem representative for software, available at www. dristeem.com. Note that your current design recommendations. -
Page 25: Startup
OPERATION Startup 1. Turn on humidification steam to the Ultra-sorb supply header: • Boiler steam: Open the modulating steam valve. • Evaporative humidifier: Follow the startup instructions in the humidifier's Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual. 2. Check for piping leaks. 3. -
Page 26: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Inspecting and servicing components STRAINER Inspect the strainer screen at least twice during the first 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. -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Table 25-1: Ultra-sorb Models LV and LH troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Action Humidifier discharges • Steam main overloaded with water due • Locate cause of priming and correct. water in duct to boiler discharging water with steam (priming) •... - Page 28 MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Table 25-1: Ultra-sorb Models LV and LH 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 •...
- Page 29 (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...
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Page 30: Replacement Parts
MAINTENANCE Replacement parts FIGURE 28-1: ULTRA-SORB MODEL LV REPLACEMENT PARTS FIGURE 28-2: HEADER (NONPRESSURIZED STEAM) OM-207 FIGURE 28-3: ULTRA-SORB MODEL LH REPLACEMENT PARTS OM-206 ULTRA-SORB MODELS LV AND LH INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL... - Page 31 MAINTENANCE Replacement parts Table 29-1: Ultra-sorb replacement parts No . Description Part no . 1½" (38 mm) High-Efficiency Tube Consult factory 1½" (38 mm) Dispersion tube Consult factory Tubelet Consult factory Slip coupling with shoulder, 1½" (38 mm) 162727-002 Slip coupling without shoulder, 1½" (38 mm) 162727-001 O-rings 300400-006...
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Page 32: Warranty
PROPERTY IN ANY WAY RELATED TO THE MANUFACTURE OR THE USE OF ITS PRODUCTS. The exclusion applies regardless of whether such damages are sought based on breach of warranty, breach of contract, negligence, strict liability in tort, or any other legal theory, even if DriSteem has notice of the possibility of such damages.
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