Service ................18 Options ................19 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the TLV free float steam trap. This product has been thoroughly inspected before being shipped from the factory. When the product is delivered, before doing anything else, check the specifications and external appearance to make sure nothing is out of the ordinary.
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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When disassembling or removing the product, wait until the CAUTION 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.
4. Have isolation valves been installed at the inlet and outlet? If the outlet is subject to back pressure, has a check valve (TLV-CK) been installed? 5. Is the inlet pipe as short as possible, with as few bends as possible, and installed so the liquid will flow naturally down into the product? 6.
Operation Principles of air and condensate discharge: 1. Air and Cold Condensate Discharge at Startup At startup, before steam is supplied, the system is cold and the bimetal air vent strip is contracted, holding the float off the valve seat. This allows for the rapid discharge of air and cold condensate through the valve when steam is first supplied to the system.
Compatibility The FS21-L/FS21-H QuickTraps employ a unique TLV connector unit (F46J) and are not compatible with QuickTraps using connector unit F32 or others. Trap and connector units must only be used with compatible models.
Configuration Name C M R F No. Name C M R 1 Trap Body 13 Connector 2 Cover 14 Outer Connector Gasket 3 Float 15 Inner Connector Gasket ...
Installation Install properly and DO NOT use this product outside the recommended operating pressure, temperature and other specification ranges. CAUTION Improper use may result in such hazards as damage to the product or malfunctions which may lead to serious accidents. Local regulations may restrict the use of this product to below the conditions quoted.
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Installation Examples: Horizontal Piping Incorrect Correct Universal Connector Flange is not Nameplate is not facing upwards in the vertical plane Connector Nameplate Flange Ground Ground Ground 地面 Ground 地面 Ground 地面 地面 Installation Examples: Vertical Piping Incorrect Correct Nameplate is not facing upwards Nameplate Connector Flange Ground...
(When conducting a visual inspection, flash steam is sometimes mistaken for steam leakage. For this reason, the use of a steam trap diagnostic instrument [such as TLV TrapMan if appropriate] in conjunction with the visual inspection is highly recommended.)
Disassembly/Reassembly NEVER apply direct heat to the float. The float may explode due to increased internal pressure, causing accidents leading to serious injury WARNING or damage to property and equipment. When disassembling or removing the product, wait until the internal pressure equals atmospheric pressure and the surface of the product CAUTION has cooled to room temperature.
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Disassembly/Reassembly of Components Inside the Trap Body Part During Disassembly During Reassembly Screw, Spring Remove screws with a Philips Consult the table of tightening torques Washer screwdriver and tighten to the proper torque Screen Remove without bending Reassemble after removing any scale build-up on the surface Disassembly/Reassembly of Components Inside the Cover Part...
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Exploded View Connector Flange Nameplate Trap Body Snap Ring Screen Screw / Spring Washer Inner Connector Gasket Float Outer Connector Gasket Cover Gasket Screw / Spring Washer Connector Body Orifice Orifice Air Vent Strip Gasket (Bimetal) Connector Bolt Connector Cover Screen Cover Bolt...
Instructions for Plug/Holder Disassembly and Reassembly The seal on the threaded plugs/holders found on TLV products is formed by a flat metal gasket. There are various installation orientations for the gaskets, such as horizontal, diagonal and downward, and the gasket may be pinched in the thread recesses during assembly.
Troubleshooting When disassembling or removing the product, wait until the internal pressure equals atmospheric pressure and the surface of the product CAUTION 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.
Subject to the limitations set forth below, TLV CO., LTD., a Japanese corporation (“TLV”), warrants that products which are sold by it, TLV International Inc. (“TII”) or one of its group companies excluding TLV Corporation (a corporation of the United States of America), (hereinafter the “Products”) are designed and manufactured by TLV, conform to the...
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WARRANTY NOT NEGATED HEREBY, AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY NOT NEGATED 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...
Service For Service or Technical Assistance: Contact your TLV representative or your regional TLV office. In Europe: Tel: [49]-(0)7263-9150-0 Daimler-Benz-Straße 16-18, 74915 Waibstadt, Germany Fax: [49]-(0)7263-9150-50 Tel: [44]-(0)1242-227223 Units 7 & 8, Furlong Business Park, Bishops Cleeve, Gloucestershire GL52 8TW, U.K.
Options With Blowdown Valve (TLV-BD2) Always wear eye protection and heat-resistant gloves when operating CAUTION the blowdown valve. Failure to do so may result in burns or other injury. When operating the blowdown valve, stand to the side well clear of the outlet to avoid contact with internal fluids that will be discharged.
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BD2 Blowdown Valve Operation The BD2 valve is in the closed position when the BD2 is shipped from the factory. Before attempting to operate the BD2, reconfirm that the BD2 valve is still in the closed position. Locate the blow outlet and, during operation, stand to the side and well clear of it, as the jet of condensate or steam could cause burns.
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