TLV G8, Instruction Manual

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172-65193A-06 (G8) 8 Jul 2015
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Troubleshooting
NEVER apply direct heat to the float. The float may explode due to
increased internal pressure, causing accidents leading to serious injury
or damage to property and equipment.
WARNING
When disassembling or removing the product, wait until the internal
pressure equals atmospheric pressure and the surface of the product
has cooled to room temperature. Disassembling or removing the
product when it is hot or under pressure may lead to discharge of fluids,
causing burns, other injuries or damage.
CAUTION
When the product fails to operate properly, use the following table to locate and
remedy the cause.
Problem Cause Remedy
No condensate is
discharged
(blocked) or
discharge is poor
The float is damaged or filled with
condensate Replace with a new float
Oil in the trap has become viscous,
causing the float to become stuck Clean parts
The valve seat opening, strainer screen
or piping are clogged with rust and
scale Clean parts
The trap operating pressure exceeds
the maximum specified pressure, or
there is insufficient pressure differential
between the trap inlet and outlet Compare specifications
and actual operating
conditions
Air binding has occurred Make sure a pressure-
balancing line is installed;
if already installed, make
sure it has not become
dislodged or is not
incorrectly installed
Air is discharged
or leaks from the
outlet
(blowing)
(air leakage) Clogged valve seat opening or rust and
scale build-up beneath the float Clean parts
Scratches on the valve seat Replace with a new valve
seat
The float is misshapen or has
build-up Clean or replace with a new
float
Improper installation orientation Correct the installation
Trap vibration Lengthen the inlet piping
and fasten it securely
There is no condensate in the air trap
body, no water seal around the valve
seat Prime the air trap
Air is leaking from
a place other than
the outlet O-ring deterioration or damage Replace with new o-ring(s)
Improper tightening torques were
used Tighten to the proper
torque
Float frequently
becomes
damaged Water hammer has occurred Study and correct the
piping