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DRISTEEM GTS HUMIDIFIER INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
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WARNING
Installation requirements:
Installation must conform to the requirements of local and national directives and regulations for the installation of
gas-fi red equipment.
The humidifi er must be installed by a qualifi ed technician and meet the requirements of all governing codes.
Failure to follow these instructions could cause severe bodily injury or death.
• Provide a level, solid foundation for the humidifi er.
• Locate the humidifi er as near as possible to a chimney or outside wall so that the fl ue pipe from the humidifi er is
short and direct.
• Install the humidifi er where its electrical components are protected from water during operation and service.
• Install the humidifi er in a location away (and protected) from drafts. If installed in a separate room, follow the
instructions concerning combustion and ventilation air.
• Install the humidifi er in an area where leakage from the tank or its connections will not result in damage to the
adjacent structure or to lower fl oors of the structure. When such locations cannot be avoided, install a suitable drain
pan (adequately drained) under the humidifi er. The pan must not restrict combustion airfl ow.
• If located in an insulated space, keep the humidifi er free and clear of insulating materials. Insulating material can be
combustible. Inspect the humidifi er area when the humidifi er is installed or when insulation is added.
460 mm
920 mm
760 mm
OM-1222a
• DriSteem recommends 25 mm minimum clearance between back
panel and combustible surfaces.
• These clearance recommendations are provided to provide access
and to prevent property damage from heat. To further safeguard
property, protect heat-sensitive walls and surfaces (wood, plastic,
etc.) with suitable insulation.
FIGURE 4-1: CLEARANCE RECOMMENDATIONS
Side door:
Electrical access
75 mm
Flue piping
Vertical section of fl ue must be at least 1.5 meters or meet all governing
codes, whichever is longer. DriSteem recommends installing a high-wind
vent cap on all GTS humidifi ers.
Outdoor enclosure
back wall
Clearance required behind outdoor
enclosure for steam outlet
GTS humidifi er
back panel
Front door:
Burner, blower, gas valve, and plumbing access
OM-1228LWa
Vent cap
FIGURE 4-2: OUTDOOR ENCLOSURE RECOMMENDATIONS
Back panel:
No ventilation
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