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VAPORSTREAM VLC Installation Instructions And Maintenance Operations Manual
Summary of VLC
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Read and save these instructions vaporstream models vlc and vldi electric steam humidifiers installation instructions and maintenance operations manual ® for toll-free technical support, call 1-800-328-4447 cul listed ul listed.
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2 to the purchaser and the installer thank you for purchasing vaporstream ® model vlc equipment. We have designed and built this equipment to give you total satisfaction and many years of trouble-free service. Proper installation and operating practices will assure you of achieving that objective. W...
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3 vaporstream ® models vlc and vldi vaporstream vlc electric humidifier state-of-the-art technology in a simple, low-maintenance humidifier. This humidifier is designed to be used with either softened or unsoftened water (preferably soft- ened). The probe-type level control system requires water con...
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4 mechanical specifications and capacities capacity notes approximately 172 btus (400 kj) are required to raise the temperature of one pound (kg) of water from 40° to 212° f (4° to 100°c). An additional 970 btus (2250 kj) are required to change one pound (kg) of water to water vapor. The addition of...
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5 mechanical specifications table 5-1: mechanical specifications table 5-2: control cabinet dimensions * in addition to the shipping weight of the humidifier. Figure 5-1: dimensions b back view a om-626 front view side view c * refer to table 5-2 for control cabinet dimensions model number a (width)...
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6 vaporstream ® model vlc area-type humidifier area-type humidifier application information the operating characteristics of area-type steam humidifiers should be considered when selecting humidi- fier capacities and choosing mounting locations. Steam discharge from the humidifier quickly cools and ...
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7 figure 7-1: vlc mounting methods 1. Floor stand method 2. Trapeze hanger method 3. Wall brackets method 4. Mounting unit below duct mounting humidifier 18" (460 mm) below duct is recommended to facilitate cover removal. Mounting procedures for proper operation of the electrode probe water level co...
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8 5. Mounting units away from duct(s) using vapor hose mounting methods electrical the current characteristics, and capacity requirements should be checked against the nameplates. The control cabinet should be mounted in a location convenient for service. All wiring must be in accordance with all lo...
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9 dispersion tube installation with condensate drain vapor hose when a vapor hose and stainless steel dispersion tube are used, they should be pitched back to the humidifier. A minimum slope of 2" per foot (165 mm/m) (with no “low spots”) is recommended. Vapor hose should be sup- ported to prevent s...
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10 om-697 table 10-1: water seal minimum height* * height required to overcome humidifier internal pressure. Figure 10-1: multiple tube with condensate wasted to floor drain dispersion tube duct dispersion tube vaporstream ® vlc or vldi humidifier 1-½" (38 mm) dia. Vapor hose or hard tubing* water s...
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11 optional weather cover a weatherproof enclosure is available, as an option, for the vaporstream ® vlc. This weather cover is avail- able in either galvanized or stainless steel and comes in four sizes, designed to fit over a 3, 6, 9, or 12 heater vlc (see figure 12-2 for dimensional data on the f...
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12 weather cover dimensions figure 12-1: weather cover exploded view table 12-1: 3, 6, 9, and 12 heater overall dimensions of weather cover panel a top panel panel d panel c om-906a panel b figure 12-2: weather cover dimensions om-904 panel identification label b etl certification label a c product ...
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13 rapid-sorb ® assembly and installation instructions for horizontal duct 1. Unpack shipment and verify receipt of all rapid-sorb components with packing list. Report any shortages to the dri-steem factory immediately. 2. Provide necessary access in and around duct work. 3. Locate 1" x 1½" (25 mm x...
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14 figure 14-1: plan view steam supply 1/8" per foot (10mm/m) pitch minimum drain rapid-sorb ® assembly and installation vertical duct installation install the rapid-sorb with dispersion tubes and header pitched to condensate drain as shown in figures 14-1,14-2, and 14-3. See "instructions for horiz...
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15 figure 15-1: piping method recommended when obstruction prevents dispersion tube from being continuously pitched back to humidifier: drain piping a drain line should be extended from the skimmer connection to a sanitary waste or suitable drain. If non- metallic pipe or hose is used, it must be ca...
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16 piping diagrams: steam, water and drain alternate water seal and drain valve piping (by installer) used when water seal must be elevated above flow line of drain connection (humidifier near floor) standard unit (non-di/ro water) note: drain piping material must be suitable for 212°f (100°c) water...
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17 start-up procedure introduction after the system has been properly installed and con- nected to both electrical and water supplies, it may then be started. Start-up and checkout procedures mounting check mounting to see that unit is level and securely supported before filling with water. Piping v...
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18 recommended maintenance vaporstream ® model vlc only using softened water will significantly reduce mineral build-up in the humidifier. When softened water is not available, the vaporstream vlc is designed to deal with water hardness in one of two ways depending on the degree of hardness. For lig...
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19 replacement parts vaporstream ® model vlc humidifier tab - specify humidifier model and serial numbers when ordering. Notes: 1. For dispersion tube(s) specify type (l-tube, straight tube, rapid-sorb ® , etc) humidifier model and serial numbers. 2. Parts not itemized are typical hardware stock ite...
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20 vaporstream model vldi humidifier om-908 no. Description part no. 1 tank 167700-tab 2 cover, one heater 167710-tab 2 cover, three heater 167715-tab 2 cover, six heater 167720-tab 2 cover, nine heater 167725-tab 2 cover, twelve heater 167730-tab 3 cover, heater louvered 167740-tab 4 knob, t-handle...
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21 date inspected personnel observation action performed maintenance service record.
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22 date inspected personnel observation action performed maintenance service record.
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23 two-year limited warranty dri-steem humidifier company (“dri-steem”) warrants to the original user that its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years after installation or twenty-seven (27) months from the date dri-steem ships such product, whic...
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Form no. Vlcom-0300 copyright © 2000 dri-steem humidifier company printed in u.S.A. Continuous product improvement is a policy of dri-steem humidifier company therefore, product features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Dri-steem, rapid-sorb, sts, lts, vapor-logic and vapor-l...