172-65122MA-04 (L BD2) 9 Mar 2017
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Troubleshooting
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 the cause
and remedy.
Problem
Cause
Remedy
No condensate is
discharged
(blocked) or
discharge is poor
The X-element is sticking to the valve
seat
Clean parts
The screen is clogged
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
Steam is
discharged or
leaks from the
outlet
(blowing)
(steam leakage)
There is rust or scale between the
valve area on the X-element and the
valve seat
Clean parts
The X-element valve and valve seat
are damaged
Replace with a new X-element and/or
valve seat
The X-element is broken
Replace with a new X-element
The installation is incorrect
Correct the installation
There is vibration of the trap
Lengthen the inlet piping and fasten it
securely
Steam is leaking
from a place
other than the
outlet
Gasket deterioration or damage
Replace with a new gasket
Improper tightening torques were
used
Tighten to the proper torque
NOTE: When replacing parts with new, use the parts list for reference and replace with parts
from the Maintenance Kit, Repair Kit, etc. (Please note that replacement parts are only
available in pre-packaged kits.)
