Specifications
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VAPORMIST INSTALLATION, OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Dispersion:
STEAM SUPPLY CONNECTIONS TO RAPID-SORB HEADER
Connect the steam supply interconnecting piping from the humidifier to the
Rapid-sorb. The steam supply piping requires a minimum of 1/8"/ft (1%) pitch
toward the header.
If multiple humidifiers are supplying one Rapid-sorb, a multiple steam supply
connector is needed. Typically, the multiple steam supply connector attaches to
the Rapid-sorb header supply end with hose cuff and clamps:
1. Route the necessary number of steam supplies from the humidifiers to the
steam supply connector.
2. Position the steam supply connector to accept the steam supplies while
maintaining the necessary pitch.
3. Make sure the hose clamps on the steam supply connector and header are
tight.
CONDENSATE DRAIN CONNECTIONS TO RAPID-SORB HEADER
Piping must be minimum 3/4" I.D. (DN20) and rated for 212 °F (100 °C)
minimum continuous operating temperature.
The condensate drain line must be piped as shown in Figures 32-1 and 34-1.
Provide a 6" (152 mm) drop prior to a 5" (127 mm) water seal to:
• Ensure drainage of condensate from the header
• Keep steam from blowing out of the drain line
After the water seal, run the drain line to an open drain with a 1" (25 mm)
vertical air gap.
• Cut the drain line at a 45° angle on the end above the drain to permit
a direct stream of water into the drain pipe while maintaining a 1"
(25 mm) air gap.
• Locate air gap only in spaces with adequate temperature and air
movement to absorb flash steam, or condensing on nearby surfaces may
occur.
All drain lines must be installed and sized according to governing codes.
ULTRA-SORB
For Ultra-sorb steam dispersion panel instructions, see the installation,
operation, and maintenance manual shipped with the Ultra-sorb.
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INSTALLATION
CAUTION
Operate Rapid-sorb within rated steam
capacity
Excessive steam flow to the Rapid-
sorb steam dispersion assembly can
cause condensate to exit the tubelets,
which can cause water damage and
standing water in the duct or air
handler.
To avoid condensate exiting the
tubelets, do not operate the Rapid-sorb
beyond its rated capacity.
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Rapid-sorb
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