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DRISTEEM GTS HUMIDIFIER INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL

1.   Ensure there are no gas leaks in the gas piping and 

that all wiring and gas connections are complete.

2.   Check for proper gas supply pressure. See the 

humidifier nameplate label.

3.   Apply power and gas to the humidifier.

4.   Generate a call for humidity. 

The Vapor-logic controller has a Test Run capability to 
confi rm system functionality. This capability allows a 
technician to simulate a demand for steam production 
when there is not demand (such as when performing 
routine maintenance). 
To confi rm functionality:
a.  

Go to the Test Run section of the Diagnostics 
menu.

b.  

Set system demand percent, and set Test Run time 
duration.

c.  Push the Start button.

The humidifi er mode changes to Test.

The burners will light and ramp up to 100% until 
the humidifi er is producing steam.  At this point, 
they will modulate to meet the demand.

5.   If the burners do not light, refer to the Troubleshooting 

guide in the 

Vapor-logic version 5 Installation and 

Operation Manual

 (shipped with the humidifier).

Note:

  This manual is also available on the 

Literature

 

tab at www.dristeem.com . 

6.  

 After the water temperature reaches 100 °C and 

the tank is at a boil, use a combustion analyzer 
to determine the combustion characteristics of the 
burners. Guidelines for products of combustion are:
•  CO less than 40 ppm (low single digits is the 

norm)

• CO

2

 from 8% to 10%, preferably 9%

• O

2

 between 4% and 7%

•  Flue Temperature less than 204 °C plus room 

temperature

• Burner 

effi ciency greater than 80%

•  Orange color fl ame

Burner tuning 

7.   Locate the throttle screw on the gas valve assembly. 

See Figure 19-1.

8.   If temperature or CO percentage are higher than the 

ranges in step 6, turn the throttle screw clockwise 
1/4 turn at a time until the readings are acceptable. 
If CO percentage and/or burner efficiency are lower 
than the ranges in step 6, turn the throttle screw 
counterclockwise 1/4 turn at a time until readings are 
acceptable.

Note:  

If the humidifi er has multiple burners, adjust 
them all an equal amount before retesting with 
the combustion analyzer.

9.   If the humidifier has a dedicated gas meter, use it 

to ensure that gas flow rate is not greater than the 
nameplate label on the humidifier.  Code dictates that 
flue temperature must be below 204 °C plus room 
temperature, and CO level must be below 40 ppm.

10.  Reset the humidifier to the desired set point and leave 

the humidifier in operation.

Follow these instructions closely to ensure proper combustion and the most effi cient burner setting. For humidifi ers with 
multiple burners, tune all burners (individual burners can be tuned while other burners are running). 

FIGURE 19-1: THROTTLE SCREW

Remove cap. Throttle screw is inside of housing.

NOTE:

  The GTS humidifi er is adjusted for correct performance. Only a qualifi ed gas appliance technician should alter 

the throttle setting.

Summary of Contents for GTS-100

Page 1: ...b b b l l l l l l l he he he he he e he e e ere re re re re re re re r Following installation of this steam generating humidifier the installer shall instruct the user in the operation of the steam g...

Page 2: ...ly water piping requirements for all water types 5 Supply water piping Tap softened water 6 RO DI water option 6 Supply water flow rates 6 Supply water guidelines 6 Drain piping 7 Gas piping 8 Combust...

Page 3: ...the European countries listed below Table 1 3 Authorized countries of destination Austria AT Latvia LV Belgium BE Lithuania LT Bulgaria BG Luxembourg LU Cyprus CY Malta MT Czech Republic CZ Netherland...

Page 4: ...ers off and tries to fill the tank If unable to fill the tank within a defined time period an Excessive refill time alarm appears in the Vapor logic Alarm Log The burners remain off until this alarm i...

Page 5: ...off switch if DI RO water option Water level probe Float operated low water cutoff switch if DI RO water option Thermal trip Temperature sensor Tap softened water GTS humidifier shown Steam hose or tu...

Page 6: ...f the structure When such locations cannot be avoided install a suitable drain pan adequately drained under the humidifier The pan must not restrict combustion airflow If located in an insulated space...

Page 7: ...er system while servicing To minimize electrolytic corrosion install insulating unions to make connections between copper and other dissimilar metal fittings such as galvanized steel Humidifier tank m...

Page 8: ...r option If a GTS humidifier with the RO DI water option is supplied with tap softened fill water the float valve assembly will become clogged and particulate will accumulate on the low water cutoff s...

Page 9: ...s adversely affecting their life and performance An open drain with a 25 mm air gap between the drain piping and the drain is required Locate the air gap only in spaces with adequate temperature and a...

Page 10: ...ches when connecting piping to humidifier or controls Provide a drip leg before each humidifier and in the line where low spots cannot be avoided Take off to humidifier should come from top or side of...

Page 11: ...nnection immediately upstream of the gas supply connection to the appliance Use this tap to check pressure with all burners running Leak testing After installation check field piping and humidifier ga...

Page 12: ...xygen for proper combustion openings must be provided to allow outside air to enter the space where the humidifier is located Enclosed spaces such as equipment rooms must be vented for combustion air...

Page 13: ...piping All GTS models have a single point connection to the blower inside the front door See Figure 11 3 When running PVC or CPVC piping for sealed combustion the maximum allowable distance to the out...

Page 14: ...ed according to the provisions of the governing codes Venting Vent connector serving this appliance shall not be connected into any portion of mechanical draft systems operating under positive pressur...

Page 15: ...L VENTING REQUIREMENTS Contact your DriSteem distributor for all horizontal venting parts Ensure that distances from vent terminal to adjacent public walkways buildings and openable windows and buildi...

Page 16: ...e GTS wiring diagrams Control wiring Verify that all control wiring has been completed as specified and required for correct and safe operation of the GTS humidifier Tank Verify that the humidifier ta...

Page 17: ...l down as described here NOTE Insulated and uninsulated tanks will have hot surfaces Verify that there is no call for humidity and that the aquastat set point adjusted using the keypad display Setup s...

Page 18: ...minerals have hardened in the water seal Clean the low water cutout probe Remove the electrical access panel and inspect the probe rod for mineral accumulation The probe rod is located on the top of t...

Page 19: ...ward and physically sound without holes or excessive corrosion Ensure that physical support of the humidifier is sound without sagging cracks or gaps between floor stand or tank flanges Ensure that th...

Page 20: ...ns BURNER MAINTENANCE FREQUENCY Under normal use conditions the burner s should not need cleaning for a minimum of five years However depending on the operating environment the burner s may require pe...

Page 21: ...less than 40 ppm low single digits is the norm CO2 from 8 to 10 preferably 9 O2 between 4 and 7 Flue Temperature less than 204 C plus room temperature Burner efficiency greater than 80 Orange color f...

Page 22: ...act negligence strict liability in tort or any other legal theory even if DriSteem has notice of the possibility of such damages By purchasing DriSteem s products the purchaser agrees to the terms and...

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