Nortec NHTC Humidifier User Manual


 
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(2) Use vertical condensate leg of
distributor only. Do not
over-tighten clamp.
(3) Drip stations on steam mains must
be located at all low points in the
system, at each elevation change
and or directional change.
(4) Horizontal runs of steam must
have a 2" rise per foot (10°) when
flow is going away from drip station
and the steam run is to fall ½" per
foot (2°) when flow is going
towards drip station.
(5) In a horizontal run of the steam
main, drip stations must be located
at regular intervals of 20 feet.
(6) The drip station itself is a section
of piping connected to the bottom
of the main. A full size tee must be
used to create a drip station to
allow the condensate to fall in the
drip station.
Figure 7. Steam Line Connection
Figure 8. Condensate Tee At Any Low Point
In Steam Line
Figure 9. Trap To Prevent Steam In
Condensate Line