172-65123MA-05 (LV Series) 23 Aug 2021
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Contents
Introduction ....................................................................... 1
Safety Considerations ....................................................... 2
Checking the Piping .......................................................... 4
Specifications .................................................................... 5
Configuration ..................................................................... 7
Installation ......................................................................... 8
Maintenance ...................................................................... 9
Disassembly/Reassembly ............................................... 10
Troubleshooting .............................................................. 13
TLV EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY ........................... 14
Service ............................................................................ 16
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the TLV balanced pressure thermostatic steam trap.
This product has been thoroughly inspected before being shipped from the factory.
When the product is delivered, before doing anything else, check the specifications
and external appearance to make sure nothing is out of the ordinary. Also be sure to
read this manual carefully before use and follow the instructions to be sure of using
the product properly.
This steam trap is of a revolutionary design that uses a high-performance X-element.
This is a new type of valve mechanism in which a thermoliquid is sealed inside the
X-element and the valve opens or closes based on the difference between the
saturation temperatures of the thermoliquid and the water. The X-element is very
sensitive to changes in temperature, and responds with great accuracy, quickly
discharging air and the large quantities of condensate created immediately after
operation start-up, thereby greatly reducing start-up time. It also reacts with great
sensitivity to the inflow of large quantities of condensate and hot air during operation,
preventing air-locking.
The superior features of the X-element help increase heating efficiency and reduce
manpower requirements for maintenance and bypass blowdown.
If detailed instructions for special order specifications or options not contained in this
manual are required, please contact TLV for full details.
This instruction manual is for the models listed on the front cover. It is needed not
only for installation, but also for subsequent maintenance, disassembly/reassembly
and troubleshooting. Please keep it in a safe place for future reference.