For products with special order specifications or options, if detailed instructions for the special order specifications or options are not contained in this manual, please contact TLV for full details. This instruction manual is intended for use with the model(s) listed on the front cover. It is necessary not only for installation but for subsequent maintenance, disassembly/reassembly and troubleshooting.
• The three types of cautionary items above are very important for safety: be sure to observe all of them as they relate to installation, use, maintenance and repair. Furthermore, TLV accepts no responsibility for any accidents or damage occurring as a result of failure to observe these precautions.
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Caution Use only under conditions in which no water hammer will occur. The impact of water hammer may damage the product, leading to fluid discharge, which may cause burns or other injury.
Operation Principles of air and condensate discharge: 1. Initial Air Discharge At start-up, before steam is supplied the system is cold and air occupies the system. When steam is first supplied to the system, air is discharged through the drain hole (B) while the orifice (A) is closed by the float.
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4. Closed Position When the condensate flow rate decreases, the float falls, closing off the orifice opening (A). When condensate flow rate becomes less than the minimum amount of condensate required to prevent steam discharge, some amount of steam is discharged from the drain hole (B).
Specifications Caution Install properly and DO NOT use this product outside the recommended operating pressure, temperature and other specification ranges. Improper use may result in such hazards as damage to the product or malfunctions that may lead to serious accidents. Local regulations may restrict the use of this product to below the conditions quoted.
Open the inlet valve again for normal operation. If there is a problem, determine the cause using the “Troubleshooting” section in this manual. Tolerance Angle for Installation: 5° Make sure the product is installed with the raised TLV lettering on the cover horizontal.
Periodically (at least biannually) the operation should also be checked by using diagnostic equipment such as a stethoscope, thermometer, TLV Pocket TrapMan or TrapMan. If the product should fail, it may cause damage to piping and equipment, resulting in faulty or low quality products or losses due to steam leakage.
Disassembly / Reassembly Warning NEVER apply direct heat to the float. The float may explode due to increased internal pressure, causing accidents leading to serious injury or damage to property and equipment. Caution When disassembling or removing the product, wait until the internal pressure equals atmospheric pressure and the surface of the product has cooled to room temperature.
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Table of Tightening Torques Torque Part Name N•m (lbf•ft) Wing Nut 6 10 (7) Exploded View SS3-E/SS3-P/SS3-EP SS5-P/SS5-EP Part Name Body Cover Float Body Clamp Cover Gasket Wing Nut...
Troubleshooting Caution When disassembling or removing the product, wait until the internal pressure equals atmospheric pressure and the surface of the product has cooled to room temperature. Disassembling or removing the product when it is hot or under pressure may lead to discharge of fluids, causing burns, other injuries or damage.
TLV; or 4. disasters or forces of nature or Acts of God; or 5. abuse, abnormal use, accidents or any other cause beyond the control of TLV, TII or TLV group companies; or 6. improper storage, maintenance or repair; or 7.
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HEREBY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, DO NOT COVER, AND NEITHER TLV, TII NOR ITS TLV GROUP COMPANIES WILL IN ANY EVENT BE LIABLE FOR, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS, THE COST OF DISASSEMBLY AND SHIPMENT OF THE DEFECTIVE PRODUCT, INJURY TO OTHER PROPERTY, DAMAGE TO BUYER’S OR THE FIRST...
Service For Service or Technical Assistance: Contact your TLV representative or your regional TLV office. In Europe: Tel: [49]-(0)7263-9150-0 Fax: [49]-(0)7263-9150-50 Daimler-Benz-Straße 16-18, 74915 Waibstadt, Germany Tel: [44]-(0)1242-227223 Fax: [44]-(0)1242-223077 Units 7 & 8, Furlong Business Park, Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire GL52 8TW, U.K.
Option (2-piece Clamp with Bolts and Nuts) Configuration SS3-E/SS3-P/SS3-EP SS5-P/SS5-EP Part Name Body Cover Float Body Clamp Cover Gasket Clamp Nut Clamp Bolt Disassembly/Reassembly Warning NEVER apply direct heat to the float. The float may explode due to increased internal pressure, causing accidents leading to serious injury or damage to property and equipment.
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Caution When disassembling or removing the product, wait until the internal pressure equals atmospheric pressure and the surface of the product has cooled to room temperature. Disassembling or removing the product when it is hot or under pressure may lead to discharge of fluids, causing burns, other injuries or damage.
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Table of Tightening Torques Torque Distance Across Flats Part Name N•m (lbf•ft) mm (in) Clamp Bolts 6 10 (7) 13 ( Clamp Nuts 7 Exploded View SS3-E/SS3-E/SS3-EP SS5-E/SS5-EP Part Name Body Cover Float Body Clamp Cover Gasket Clamp Bolt Clamp Nut...
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