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RTS HUMIDIFIER RX SERIES INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Selecting a location
When selecting a location for the humidifier, consider the
following:
PROXIMITY TO THE DUCT
Install the humidifier near the air duct system where
the dispersion assembly will be located. The maximum
recommended length for steam hose connecting a single
humidifier to a dispersion assembly is 10' (3 m). The
maximum recommended developed length for tubing
connecting a single humidifier to a dispersion assembly is
20' (6 m).
ELEVATION OF THE INSTALLED DISPERSION ASSEMBLY
The recommended installation location for the dispersion
assembly is at an elevation higher than the humidifier.
However, if the dispersion assembly must be installed at
an elevation lower than the humidifier, install a drip tee
and drain.
Before installing a dispersion assembly or interconnecting
piping, review all pitch requirements.
REQUIRED CLEARANCES
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Electrical power supply connections are at the lower right
side of the unit. See “Wiring” on Page 32.
SUPPLY WATER AND DRAIN PIPING CONNECTIONS
Water supply piping and drain connections are at
the lower right rear corner of the unit. See the piping
illustrations and instructions starting on Page 19.
EXTERIOR WALL INSULATION
Install the humidifier on an exterior wall only if the wall is
properly insulated.
DISPERSION CONTROL DEVICES
See the specific dispersion installation, operation, and
maintenance manual for recommended installation
locations for the dispersion assembly and associated
control devices.
Removable
evaporating
chamber
cover
Electrical
area
Flexible steam
hose or tubing
connects to
dispersion tube(s)
or to an SDU
Duct
Single
dispersion
tube with
condensate
return
Water fill
Drain
FIGURE 16-1: INSTALLATION OVERVIEW
INSTALLATION
WARNING
Plenum
Do not mount the RTS humidifier in
the plenum of a building. Installing
within the plenum can cause property
damage.
OM-8042
Incoloy alloy-sheathed
immersion heaters
