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IM-S02-13-IN
Issue 13
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
FT14 Ball Float Steam Trap ½" (DN15) to 1" (DN25)
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IM-S02-13-IN Issue 13
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- Page 1 IM-S02-13-IN Issue 13 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 FT14 Ball Float Steam Trap ½" (DN15) to 1" (DN25) ©...
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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: Residual Hazards
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
Optional extras A manually adjustable needle valve (designated 'C' on the nomenclature i.e. FT14-C) can be fitted to the trap. This option provides a steam lock release (SLR) feature in addition to the standard air vent. For further information please consult Spirax Sarco. - Page 6 Fig. 3 Fig. 4 FT14 (R-L) flanged FT14-C (R-L) flanged 2.3 Pressure /temperature limits (ISO 6552) Pressure psi g 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 Steam saturation curve Pressure bar g The product must not be used in this region.
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Page 7: Installation
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. FT14 Ball Float Steam Trap ½" (DN15) to 1" (DN25) -
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 6.4 How to fit the Steam Lock Release (SLR) assembly: Unscrew the complete SLR assembly (19) and (21). Remove the SLR gasket (20). Replace the SLR assembly and gasket with new ones. Reset the SLR to the desired bleed rate. Table 1 Recommended tightening torques Item or mm...
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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... - Page 11 FT14 Ball Float Steam Trap ½" (DN15) to 1" (DN25) IM-S02-13-IN Issue 13...
- Page 12 FT14 Ball Float Steam Trap ½" (DN15) to 1" (DN25) IM-S02-13-IN Issue 13...
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