Stage 1 - Unit Positioning And Mounting - Neptronic SKG3 Series Installation Instructions Manual

Safety
Any installation work MUST be carried out by suitably qualified personnel.
considerations
The following considerations should be taken into account before deciding on the
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location for the SKG3 Steam Humidifier:
Positioning the
Humidifier
The humidifier location should have an ambient temperature of less than 86˚F (30˚C).
Ambient
condition &
SKG3 Steam Humidifier combustion burner is self adjusting for any altitude; burner
will maintain proper combustion and low emission at any altitude.
Altitude
Steam capacity will be affected by altitude over 3,500 feet (1,050 m) elevation above
sea level. Please refer to the table below to anticipate the ratio of output reduction:
Stage 1 – Unit Positioning and Mounting
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Locate the SKG3 Steam Humidifier in an area clear of combustible
materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids.
Do not install in potentially explosive or flammable atmospheres laden with
grain dust, sawdust, or similar airborne materials.
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If the appliance is installed in an insulated area, it must be kept free and
clear of insulating material. Insulating materials may be combustible.
If insulation is added after the humidifier is installed, an inspection of the
humidifier area must be carried out to make sure that there is no insulation
coming into contact with the humidifier.
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Provide adequate room ventilation air in accordance with local codes and
regulations.
With the exception of ducted combustion air installation, do not locate units
in tightly sealed rooms or small compartments without provision for adequate
air for combustion and room ventilation.
Combustion and ventilation air must be supplied through one permanent
low-level and one permanent high-level opening communicating directly with
the outside air
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Humidifier flue gases must be vented to the outdoors.
Locate the humidifier as near as possible to an outside wall or roof so that
the flue pipe from the humidifier is short and direct.
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The humidifier must be installed to ensure the steam hose length is kept to
the shortest possible length.

For flexible steam hose: the total steam line length should not exceed 16
feet (5 meters). For longer distances use insulated hard piping.
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For insulated hard piping: the total steam line length should not exceed 50
feet (15 m). For longer steam line runs, consult factory.
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The humidifier should be located in an area that is fully accessible for
inspection and servicing. Observe the minimum access distances as shown
in figures 12 & 13.
Altitude above sea level
(feet) [m]
0 to 3500
[0 to 1050]
3501 to 4500
[1051 to 1350]
4501 to 5550
[1351 to 1650]
5501 to 6500
[1651 to 1950]
6501 to 7500
[1951 to 2250]
SKG3 Steam Humidifier
Output reduction (%)
0
2
4
6
8
11