Spirax Sarco FT14 Installation And Maintenance Instructions Manual

Spirax Sarco FT14 Installation And Maintenance Instructions Manual

Ball float steam trap 1/2 (dn15) to 1 (dn25)

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IM-IBR16-03
Issue 12
FT14
Ball Float Steam Trap ½" (DN15) to 1" (DN25)
Installation and Maintenance Instructions
1. Safety information
2. General product
information
3. Installation
4. Commissioning
5. Operation
6. Maintenance
7. Spare parts
© Copyright 2016
IM-IBR16-03 Issue 12
1
Printed in India

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  • Page 1 IM-IBR16-03 Issue 12 FT14 Ball Float Steam Trap ½" (DN15) to 1" (DN25) Installation and Maintenance Instructions 1. Safety information 2. General product information 3. Installation 4. Commissioning 5. Operation 6. Maintenance 7. Spare parts © Copyright 2016 IM-IBR16-03 Issue 12...
  • Page 2: General Safety Information

    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.
  • Page 3: Protective Clothing

    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.
  • Page 4: Returning Products

    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.
  • Page 5: General Product Information

    (R-L) or left to right (L-R). The screwed version is also available with vertical connections (FT14V) with flow vertically downwards. Capsule The BP99/32 capsule which is used in the FT14 ball float steam trap is suitable for use on superheat. Standards and certification This product fully complies with the requirements of the Indian Boiler Regulations, 1950.
  • Page 6 Maximum operating pressure for saturated steam service 14 bar g (203 psi g) Maximum operating temperature 200 °C (392 °F) Minimum operating temperature 0 °C (32 °F) FT14-4.5 4.5 bar (65.25 psi) PMX Maximum differential pressure FT14-10 10 bar (145 psi) FT14-14 14 bar...
  • Page 7: Installation

    Minimum withdrawal distance to remove cover is 105 mm (4.13"). Warning The cover gasket contains a thin stainless steel support ring which may cause physical injury if not handled and disposed of carefully. Please consult Spirax Sarco should further information be required. IM-IBR16-03 Issue 12...
  • Page 8: Operation

    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.
  • Page 9 Table 1 Recommended tightening torques Item or mm (lbf ft) 17 A /F M10 x 30 47 - 50 (35 - 37) 17 A /F 50 - 55 (37 - 40) Pozidrive M4 x 6 2.5 - 3.0 (1.8 - 2.2) 17 A /F 50 - 55 (37 - 40)
  • Page 10: Spare Parts

    Always order spares by using the description given in the column headed 'Available spares' and state the size and type of trap. Example: 1 - Air vent assembly for a Spirax Sarco DN20 FT14-10 (R - L) ball float steam trap. Air vent...
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