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ULTRA-SORB MODEL XV INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Strainer, traps, and valves
STRAINER
Inspect at least twice during the fi rst year. If fouled, inspect more frequently.
STEAM TRAPS
Verify that the steam traps are functioning properly at least twice a year. A
blocked steam trap will be at room temperature. A “blowing” steam trap is
hot and noisy, and the discharge pipe from it is hot for up to 30 feet (9 m).
A properly operating steam trap is hot and makes noise at intervals, and the
discharge pipe is progressively cooler beginning at the trap.
HEADER OVERFLOW P-TRAP WATER SEAL
If this option is used (see “Optional header overfl ow P-trap water seal” on
Page 17), prime the P-trap with about 8 ounces (200 mL) of water whenever
the panel has been idle for 90 days or more.
VALVES
• Electric: Inspect annually to be sure the valve operates freely, closes off
steam tightly, and there are no leaks.
• Pneumatic: Inspect annually to be sure the valve tightly closes off steam,
the stem packing is not leaking steam, and the actuator diaphragm is not
leaking air.
MAINTENANCE
