TLV SS3N Instruction Manual

TLV SS3N Instruction Manual

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172-65119MAJ-03 (SS3/SS5) 25 February 2014
Free Float Steam Trap
SS3N / SS3V
SS5N / SS5V
SS5NH / SS5VH
Copyright © 2014 by TLV CO., LTD.
All rights reserved
ISO 9001/ ISO 14001
Manufacturer
Kakogawa, Japan
is approved by LRQA LTD. to ISO 9001/14001

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  • Page 1 172-65119MAJ-03 (SS3/SS5) 25 February 2014 ISO 9001/ ISO 14001 Manufacturer Kakogawa, Japan is approved by LRQA LTD. to ISO 9001/14001 Free Float Steam Trap SS3N / SS3V SS5N / SS5V SS5NH / SS5VH Copyright © 2014 by TLV CO., LTD. All rights reserved...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ................ 1 Safety Considerations ............2 Checking the Piping ............4 Operation ................5 Specifications ..............6 Configuration..............6 Installation ................7 Maintenance............... 8 Troubleshooting ..............9 Product Warranty ............. 10 Option................11 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the free float steam trap.
  • Page 3: Safety Considerations

     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.
  • Page 4 Be sure to use only the recommended components when CAUTION repairing the product, and NEVER attempt to modify the product in any way. Failure to observe these precautions may result in damage to the product and burns or other injury due to malfunction or the discharge of fluids.
  • Page 5: Checking The Piping

    Check to make sure that the pipes to be connected to the trap have been installed properly. 1. Is the pipe diameter suitable? 2. Is the piping where the trap is to be installed horizontal (SS3N / SS5N / SS5NH) or vertical (SS3V / SS5V / SS5VH)? 3. Has sufficient space been secured for maintenance? 4.
  • Page 6: Operation

    Operation Principles of air and condensate discharge: 1. Start-up Air and Cold Condensate Discharge At start-up, before steam is supplied, the system is cold and the bimetal air vent strip is expanded, holding the float off of the orifice. This allows for the rapid discharge of air and cold condensate through the orifice when steam is first supplied to the system.
  • Page 7: Specifications

    Use only under conditions in which no freeze-up will occur. Freezing CAUTION may damage the product, leading to fluid discharge, which may cause burns or other injury. Refer to the product nameplate for detailed specifications. SS3N / SS5N / SS5NH SS3V / SS5V / SS5VH Model Maximum Allowable...
  • Page 8: Installation

    If there is a problem, determine the cause using the “Troubleshooting” section in this manual. Tolerance Angle for Installation - 5° Tolerance Angle for Installation - 5° (SS3N / SS5N / SS5NH) (SS3V / SS5V / SS5VH) Install on a horizontal pipe with the nameplate...
  • Page 9: Maintenance

    (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.)
  • Page 10: Troubleshooting

    Float becomes damaged Water hammer has occurred Study and correct the piping NOTE: SS3N  SS3V / SS5N  SS5V / SS5NH  SS5VH steam traps are of all-welded, single unit construction, so they cannot be repaired. 172-65119MAJ-03 (SS3/SS5) 25 Feb 2014...
  • Page 11: Product Warranty

    One year following product delivery. 2. Warranty Coverage TLV CO., LTD. warrants this product to the original purchaser to be free from defective materials and workmanship. Under this warranty, the product will be repaired or replaced at our option, without charge for parts or labor.
  • Page 12 Option The insulation cover (RK5) for the SS5N / SS5V / SS5NH / SS5VH is available as an option. Install according to the following steps. 1. Allow the trap to cool to ambient temperature. 2. Open the cover along the Velcro strip. 3.

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