Recommended schedule:
• Initially, every 2 to 3 days after startup until system
is clean.
• Due to normal wear that may occur, recommended
to inspect the parts periodically and replace
if necessary.
Note
The frequency of inspection depends on
the severity of service conditions or the
requirements of state and federal laws.
1. Inspect the joints for any leaks. Ensure to follow
the "Removal from Service" and "Repair"
procedure before addressing any joint leaks.
2. Clean strainers by opening blow down valve
and allowing full steam pressure to flow out for a
couple of minutes. Then, close valve.
Removal from Service
1. Close inlet and outlet supply valves and allow unit
to cool. If a test valve is installed, open this valve
to relieve any pressure.
Figure 2
. Max-Flo Series Steam Trap Typical Installation
TRAP NPS 2-1/2 / DN 65
TRAP NPS 2 / DN 50
SUPPLY
INLET
VALVE
EYE HOOK
"Y" STRAINER
INLET
COVER BOLTS
TRAP
DIRT
DISCHARGE LINE
PIPE
SUPPORTS
OUTLET
DRAIN PLUG
SUPPLY
INLET
VALVE
"Y" STRAINER
INLET
COVER BOLTS
TRAP
DIRT
DISCHARGE LINE
PIPE
SUPPORTS
OUTLET
DRAIN PLUG
SUPPORT
FOOT
THERMOSTATIC
VENT PIPE
TO GRAVITY
RETURN LINE
2. Remove drain plug to drain condensate from
trap body.
3. Remove bolts that attach cover to body and
remove trap body.
Repair
1. With body assembly removed from trap cover,
remove pin that holds lever assembly to yoke.
Inspect seat and pin for wear, replace if worn.
2. Inspect thermostatic element by placing it in
boiling water to see if it closes. If it doesn’t close,
replace it.
3. Check alignment of pin and seat, adjust or replace
parts as necessary. See Table 1.
4. Check float ball for damage shake float to
make sure there is no fluid inside float. Replace
if necessary.
5. Clean gasket surfaces and install new
cover gasket.
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Max-Flo Series
