Determine the correct installation situation and direction of fluid flow. iv) Spirax Sarco products are not intended to withstand external stresses that may be induced by any system to which they are fitted. It is the responsibility of the installer to consider these stresses and take adequate precautions to minimise them.
Allow time for temperature to normalise after isolation to avoid danger of burns. 1.9 Tools and consumables Before starting work ensure that you have suitable tools and/or consumables available. Use only genuine Spirax Sarco replacement parts. 1.10 Protective clothing Consider whether you and/or others in the vicinity require any protective clothing to protect against the hazards of, for example, chemicals, high/low temperature, radiation, noise, falling objects, and dangers to eyes and face.
1.16 Returning products Customers and stockists are reminded that under EC Health, Safety and Environment Law, when returning products to Spirax Sarco they must provide information on any hazards and the precautions to be taken due to contamination residues or mechanical damage which may present a health, safety or environmental risk.
Capsule The BP99/32 capsule which is used in the FTC32 ball float steam trap is suitable for use on 150°C superheat @ 0 bar g and 50°C superheat @ 32 bar g.
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32 bar g (464 psi g) TMO Maximum operating temperature 300°C (572°F) Minimum operating temperature 0°C (32°F) Note: For lower operating temperatures consult Spirax Sarco FTC32-4.5 4.5 bar (65 psi) FTC32-10 10 bar (145 psi) DPMX Maximum differential pressure FTC32-14...
Installation of the manually adjustable needle valve (SLR - steam lock release feature) The manually adjustable needle valve is fitted to all float traps where a suffix 'C' is hard stamped on the name-plate e.g. FTC32-10C. 'C' = Combined steam lock release feature and thermostatic air vent.
4. Commissioning After installation or maintenance ensure that the system is fully functioning. Carry out tests on any alarms or protective devices. 5. Operation The float trap is a continuous discharge trap, removing condensate the instant it forms. On start-up, the thermostatic air vent allows air to bypass the main valve preventing the system air binding.
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6.3 How to fit the air vent assembly: Undo the body bolts (3) and remove the body (1) and gasket (4). Remove the spring clip, capsule and spacer plate from the air vent assembly (9). Unscrew the air vent assemly seat (16) from the body (1). Refit the air vent assembly seat (16) (part of the new air vent assemly 9) and gasket (18) and tighten to the recommended torque - see Table 1.
Always order spare parts by using the description given in the column headed 'Available spares' and state the size, model number and pressure rating of the trap. Example: 1 off Main valve assembly with float for a Spirax Sarco DN15 FTC32X-10C-CV (R-L) ball float steam trap.
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