OPERATION Float and thermostatic traps have two basic elements: a Materials of Construction thermostat for venting air from the system during start-up Part Specifications and a float assembly for draining condensate. Body and Cover Cast Iron 30,000 psi tensile Valve Pin and Seat Stainless Steel (Hardened) The thermostat is normally open.
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STEP 2 IMPORTANT: To prevent system damage from water The trap seat rating (stamped on the nameplate) must hammer or sudden shock, open supply valves slowly. be equal to or greater than the maximum pressure differential across the trap. If you are uncertain about the product’s adaptability for your application, please call the factory or authorized representative before using the product.
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REPAIR PROCEDURES FOR ALL TRAPS CAUTION To prevent serious burns, the internal REMOVAL FROM SERVICE pressure of the trap must be 0 psi 1. Close inlet and outlet supply valves and allow unit to (0 bar) before servicing. cool. If a test valve is installed, open this valve to Failure to follow this caution will relieve any pressure.
Cover Bolt Pattern Layout Internal Component Detail Illustration Tighten and torque bolts in numerical order, beginning with #1. Series C Trap Cover 2" Standard Capacity Series H ⁄ " to 2" Traps and Gasket Thermostat Series C 1 ⁄ " and 1 ⁄...
MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING Problem: WARNING 1. Improper heating. a. Cause: Thermostat failed closed and prevents air from escaping. the steam pipe opening and a Test: Blow air through the thermostat when it is at normal room tempera- the pipe opening. ture, for a visual check. If air does not pass through, the thermostat is not functioning properly.
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COMMERCIAL WARRANTY Warranty. For goods sold to commercial buyers, Seller warrants the goods sold to Buyer hereunder (with the exception of membranes, seals, gaskets, elastomer materials, coatings and other “wear parts” or consumables all of which are not warranted except as otherwise provided in the quotation or sales form) will be (i) be built in accordance with the speci cations referred to in the quotation or sales form, if such speci cations are expressly made a part of this Agreement, and (ii) free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of installation or two (2) years from the date of manufacture, whichever shall occur rst, unless a...