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Installation
Install properly and DO NOT use this product outside the recommended
operating pressure, temperature and other specification ranges.
Improper use may result in such hazards as damage to the product or
malfunctions which may lead to serious accidents. Local regulations
may restrict the use of this product to below the conditions quoted.
CAUTION
Use hoisting equipment for heavy objects (weighing approximately
20 kg (44 lb) or more). Failure to do so may result in back strain or other
injury if the object should fall.
CAUTION
Take measures to prevent people from coming into direct contact with
product outlets. Failure to do so may result in burns or other injury from
the discharge of fluids.
CAUTION
Do not use excessive force when connecting threaded pipes to the
product. Over-tightening may cause breakage leading to fluid
discharge, which may cause burns or other injury.
CAUTION
Installation, inspection, maintenance, repairs, disassembly, adjustment and valve
opening/closing should be carried out only by trained maintenance personnel.
1. Before installation, be sure to remove all protective seals.
2. Before installing the product, blow out the inlet piping to remove any piping
scraps, dirt and oil. Close the inlet valve after blowdown.
3. Install the product at the point on the piping where the separation of condensate
will have the greatest effect on efficiency. For example, on a steam or air main or
branch at the inlet of equipment requiring high-quality dry steam or air.
4. Install the product so the arrow on the product is pointing in the direction of flow.
5. The product should be inclined no more than 10° horizontally and front-to-back.
6. Install an air trap or steam trap at the condensate outlet. Use of the TLV free float
type trap is advised.
7. To facilitate inspection and maintenance, install a union at the condensate outlet
and ensure that there is sufficient space for maintenance.
8. Open the inlet valve and outlet valves and check to make sure that the product
functions properly.
If there is a problem, determine the cause using the “Troubleshooting” section in this
manual.
Tolerance Angle for Installation: 10°
Make sure the product is
installed with the raised
TLV lettering on the body
horizontal.
DO NOT use for toxic, flammable or otherwise hazardous fluids.
This product is a separator for steam or air that separates and
discharges condensate from steam or air piping systems. Use only for
steam, air and/or condensate. This product is for intended use only.
Improper use may result in such hazards as damage to the product or
malfunctions that may lead to serious accidents.
WARNING
