DriSteem HUMIDI-TECH Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

DriSteem HUMIDI-TECH Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

Humidi-tech and humidi-tech di electric steam humidifiers

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  • Page 1 READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ® HUMIDI-TECH and HUMIDI-TECH DI ELECTRIC STEAM HUMIDIFIERS Installation, Operation Maintenance Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Familiarizing yourself with this manual will help ensure proper operation of the equipment for years to come. This manual covers the installation and maintenance procedures for both the HUMIDI-TECH and HUMIDI-TECH DI humidifiers.
  • Page 3: General Information Product Overview

    ® HUMIDI-TECH HUMIDIFIER OVERVIEW Standard water models (HUMIDI-TECH) The standard water HUMIDI-TECH unit requires water conductivity of at least Electrical conduit 100 µS/cm to operate. It will not knockouts operate with water treated DN40 or DN50 flexible Condensate by reverse osmosis or...
  • Page 4: Dimensions

    ® HUMIDI-TECH DIMENSIONS Top view 614 mm 50 mm 50 mm 276 mm 25 mm 57 mm Power wiring knockout Control or SDU Steam outlet wiring knockout Front view Left side view Venting 472 mm 38 mm DN20 (¾") frame drain...
  • Page 5: Electrical Specifications, Capacities And Weights

    All HUMIDI-TECHs operate at 50/60 Hz. VM-10. For wire sizing, the highest leg draw is shown • The SDU-E is available for all HUMIDI-TECH due to current imbalance. models except Models VM-16 through VM-34 ** SDU-E is not an available option for these using three-phase 400V power with the SSR HUMIDI-TECH models if using SSR control.
  • Page 6: Locating And Mounting The Humidifier

    6 mm diameter pilot holes using mounting template tank removal. on the HUMIDI-TECH box. Secure frame to wall with coach screws provided. For hollow block or poured concrete wall mounting, position template in place and mark the holes.
  • Page 7: Piping

    ® HUMIDI-TECH PIPING HUMIDI-TECH (standard water) field piping overview Steam vapor hose (maximum run 3 m). May also use pipe or tubing. DN10 (3/8") connection to water supply line; water pressure must be between 175 kPa and 550 kPa; water conductivity minimum Electrical conduit 100 µS/cm...
  • Page 8 ® HUMIDI-TECH PIPING HUMIDI-TECH DI (deionized/reverse osmosis water) field piping overview Steam vapor hose DN10 (3/8") connection to water (maximum run 3 m). supply line; water pressure must May also use pipe or be between 175 kPa and 550 kPa;...
  • Page 9: Wiring

    1.7 m recommended disconnect requirements. When selecting a location for installing the OM-1007 HUMIDI-TECH, avoid areas close to sources of electromagnetic emissions such as power distribution transformers. Note: Control wiring and power wiring must be run in Grounding requirements...
  • Page 10 ® HUMIDI-TECH WIRING 400 Volt three phase 230 Volt single phase Wire size Ground wire size Wire size Ground wire size 0 - 18 0 - 15.7 18.1 - 24 15.8 - 21 24.1 - 30.7 21.1 - 27 30.8 - 42.7 27.1 - 37.5...
  • Page 11: Dispersion

    Mounting the SDU-I and SDU-E Both SDUs may be mounted on a wall directly above the HUMIDI-TECH cabinet or mounted on a wall remote from the HUMIDI-TECH. Use the mounting template on the box for correct placement. Two coach screws are provided with each fan unit.
  • Page 12 Note: Maximum ambient RH must not exceed 45% for the SDU-I to operate properly. A HUMIDI-TECH with an SDU is a class-one-rated assembly. It has been tested and is in compliance with the requirements to be mounted in areas accessible to the general public.
  • Page 13 Throw and an airflow proving switch field-wired to the DC-1027 HUMIDI-TECH humidifier electrical panel. A wiring diagram of the SDU-E is included with the unit. As steam is discharged from the SDU-E, it quickly On a call for humidity, the humidifier begins cools and turns to a visible fog that is lighter than air.
  • Page 14: Using Dispersion Tubes

    1½" (DN40) hose kit • Hard pipe or tubing diameter must match 25.8 with drain HUMIDI-TECH steam outlet size (DN40 or DN50). VM 10-16 2" (DN50) hose kit • See the Maximum Steam Carrying Capacity and 25.8 without drain Steam Loss tables on Page 18.
  • Page 15 • Thin-walled tubing heats up faster than heavy-walled pipe causing less steam loss at start-up. • Hard pipe or tubing diameter must match HUMIDI-TECH steam outlet size (DN40 or DN50). • See the Maximum Steam Carrying Capacity and Steam Loss tables on Page 18.
  • Page 16: Dispersion Assembly

    • Thin-walled tubing heats up faster than heavy-walled pipe causing less steam loss at start-up. • Hard pipe or tubing diameter must match HUMIDI-TECH steam outlet size (DN40 or DN50). • See the Maximum Steam Carrying Capacity and Steam Loss tables on Page 18.
  • Page 17: Drip Tee Installation

    ® HUMIDI-TECH DISPERSION Drip tee installation Install a drip tee as shown below when the humidifier is mounted higher than the dispersion device, when interconnecting hose or piping needs to go over an obstruction, or when interconnecting piping runs are long.
  • Page 18: Interconnecting Piping Tables

    ® HUMIDI-TECH DISPERSION Maximum steam carrying capacity and length of interconnecting vapor hose, tubing and pipe* Copper or stainless steel tubing Vapor hose and Schedule 40 steel pipe Hose I.D. Maximum Maximum Tube Maximum Maximum (DN) capacity length** or pipe...
  • Page 19: Operation Start-Up Procedures

    Even though the HUMIDI-TECH has an internal 25 mm air gap, CAUTION: Only qualified electrical governing codes may require backflow personnel should perform start-up prevention.
  • Page 20: Control

    7. Turn on power. The keypad will display the VAPOR-LOGIC is the standard controller for the introduction of VAPOR-LOGIC and will then HUMIDI-TECH. For more information regarding the enter AUTO mode. operation of the VAPOR-LOGIC microprocessor, see the VAPOR-LOGIC Installation, Operation and 8.
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    Safety first. • If the HUMIDI-TECH has an SDU mounted Water quality makes a difference directly above it, the SDU cover must be 1. Light to moderately hard water (35 mg/l to...
  • Page 22 If found, replace. season. 5. Install the probe and probe plug assembly. Verify HUMIDI-TECH torque specifications ground wire is solidly connected to tank. Screw or lug location Torque 6. Secure the chamber cover, making sure the...
  • Page 23 ® DI water models (HUMIDI-TECH 5. Check the operation of the float valve and the The HUMIDI-TECH DI unit uses DI/RO water. condition of the float seat. Because these water types are mineral-free, cleaning the evaporating chamber should not be 6.
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting Guide

    ® HUMIDI-TECH TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Troubleshooting guide for standard water models PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE RECOMMENDED ACTION Humidifier does not Incorrect or nonexistent supply Check main line safety switch. voltage to unit Check main line fuses. heat. Check for proper supply voltage.
  • Page 25 ® HUMIDI-TECH TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Troubleshooting guide for DI water models PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE RECOMMENDED ACTION Humidifier will not Control transformer Reset control transformer circuit breaker. heat. Humidistat is not calling Set humidistat to call. Inspect for faulty humidistat. Safety controls open Check safety controls, airflow switch, high limit humidistat, etc.
  • Page 26: Replacement Parts

    ® HUMIDI-TECH REPLACEMENT PARTS HUMIDI-TECH ® standard water model HUMIDI-TECH DI model OM-778-1 Note: Refer to the tables on the next page for replacement part numbers.
  • Page 27: Replacement Parts

    ® HUMIDI-TECH REPLACEMENT PARTS ® HUMIDI-TECH replacement parts (refer to the drawing on previous page) Description Qty. Part No. Description Qty. Part No. Head bolt, large Phillips, Washer, No. 8 external 700300-013 700200-003 ¼ - 20 X 1" tooth, pltd...
  • Page 28 ® HUMIDI-TECH REPLACEMENT PARTS Space Distribution Unit, external absorption (SDU-E) OM-1503 Description Qty. Part. No. Shroud 330001-003 Blower, SDU99 external assembly Switch, airflow 406190 Screw, 8-32 x 1/2" PHMS Philips 700170-007 Nut retainer, 8-32 409593-001 Cap, black 409593-002 Dispersion chamber for SDU with 1½" outlet 160445-001 Dispersion chamber for SDU with 2"...
  • Page 29 ® HUMIDI-TECH REPLACEMENT PARTS Space Distribution Unit, internal absorption (SDU-I) OM-1504 Description Qty. Part. No. Shroud 330001-002 Blower, SDU99 external assembly Switch, airflow 406190 Screw, 8-32 x 1/2" PHMS Philips 700170-007 Nut retainer, 8-32 409593-001 Cap, black 409593-002 Tubelet, 0.375" x 0.375", molded 310280-006 * This is an assembly of multiple parts.
  • Page 30 ® HUMIDI-TECH REPLACEMENT PARTS ® HUMIDI-TECH subpanel with SSR OM-368 Description Qty. Part. No. Description Qty. Part. No. Subpanel, VM99 barrier 120801 Plug, 4-prong female 409585-008 DIN rail, 10.75" long 167765-0107 Terminal block, 3-pole 408300-002 Lug, wire 409250-003 Fan, cooling...
  • Page 31 ® HUMIDI-TECH REPLACEMENT PARTS ® HUMIDI-TECH subpanel with SDU OM-1502 Description Qty. Part No. Description Qty. Part No. Subpanel, VM99 barrier 120801 Display board, VL3 408490-002 DIN rail, 8" long 167765-008 Terminal, DIN rail mount 408252-001 Lug, wire 409250-017 Terminal, ground...
  • Page 32: Warranty

    E-Mail: sales@dristeem.com • Web: www.dristeem.com Continuous product improvement is a policy of DRI-STEEM Humidifier Company; therefore, product features and specifications are subject to change without notice. DRI-STEEM, HUMIDI-TECH, RAPID-SORB and VAPOR-LOGIC are registered trademarks of the DRI-STEEM Humidifier Company. © 2002 DRI-STEEM Humidifier Company...

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