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STS INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
INSTALLATION
STEAM SUPPLY CONNECTIONS TO RAPID-SORB HEADER
Connect the steam supply interconnecting piping from the humidifi er to the
Rapid-sorb. The steam supply piping requires a minimum of 1/8"/ft (1%) pitch
toward the header.
If multiple humidifi ers are supplying one Rapid-sorb, a multiple steam supply
connector is needed. Typically, the multiple steam supply connector attaches to
the Rapid-sorb header supply end with hose cuff and clamps:
1. Route the necessary number of steam supplies from the humidifier tanks to
the steam supply connector.
2. Position the steam supply connector to accept the steam supplies while
maintaining the necessary pitch.
3. Make sure the hose clamps on the steam supply connector and header are
tight.
CONDENSATE DRAIN CONNECTIONS TO RAPID-SORB HEADER
Piping must be minimum 3/4" I.D. (DN20) and rated for 212 °F (100 °C)
minimum continuous operating temperature.
The condensate drain line must be piped as shown in Figures 42-1 and 44-1.
Provide a 6" (152 mm) drop prior to a 5" (127 mm) water seal to:
• Ensure drainage of condensate from the header
• Keep steam from blowing out of the drain line
After the water seal, run the drain line to an open drain with a 1" (25 mm)
vertical air gap.
• Cut the drain line at a 45° angle on the end above the drain to permit a
direct stream of water into the drain pipe while maintaining a 1" (25 mm)
air gap.
• Locate air gap only in spaces with adequate temperature and air movement
to absorb fl ash steam, or condensing on nearby surfaces may occur.
All drain lines must be installed and sized according to governing codes.
ULTRA-SORB
For Ultra-sorb steam dispersion panel instructions, see the installation,
operation, and maintenance manual shipped with the Ultra-sorb.
See also Figure 46-1.
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High-efficiency Tube option
Dispersion assemblies with the High-effi ciency
Tube option are designed to produce
signifi cantly less dispersion-generated
condensate and airstream heat gain, which
reduces wasted energy by up to 85%.
These improvements are accomplished by
reducing the thermal conductivity of the tubes
with 1/8" of polyvinylidene fl uoride (PVDF)
insulating material on the outside of the tubes.
These assemblies require careful unpacking,
installation, and handling. If your dispersion
assembly has the High-effi ciency Tube option,
be sure to read this section carefully.
Dispersion: Rapid-sorb
FIGURE 46-1: ULTRA-SORB WITH THE
HIGH-EFFICIENCY TUBE OPTION
