Nortec livesteam, Installation And Operation Manual

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Maintenance
Elements Of LiveSteam Humidifier
Tube Adapter - consists of 3 pieces (See Figure 35). To maintain proper seal hand tighten tube
adapter nut, plus ¼ turn. Additional o-ring is shipped with this manual. If o-ring has to be
replaced do so as follows:
1. Disconnect actuator.
2. Dismount union by the separator.
3. Replace o-ring in the tube adapter.
4. Lubricate o-ring with silicone based lubricant.
Figure 35: Adapter Assembly
Strainer - Should be cleaned shortly after the system has begun operating (3 to 7 days) and
then annually.
Separator - No maintenance required.
Distributor - No maintenance required.
Valve - Should be inspected annually to confirm that steam is not leaking from the stem
packing, and the valve closes tightly. Repack if necessary.
Valve Seat - Lap seat if necessary.
Pneumatic Actuator - Should be inspected annually to confirm that the diaphragm is not leaking
air, and the valve operates properly.
Electric Actuator - Should be inspected annually to confirm that the valve operates properly.
Steam Trap - Should be inspected annually. Clean and inspect seats and replace required
gaskets if necessary.
Temperature Switch - Should be inspected once a year to ensure proper operation. Test by
supplying steam, which should open at 200ºF.