Cert. No. LRQ 0963008
ISO 9001
Traps having the optional steam lock release
will have the nomenclature:-
FT54V-C or FT54H-C
Pressure
Before attempting any maintenance on the trap, consider what is or may have been in the pipeline. Ensure that any pressure is isolated and
safely vented to atmospheric pressure before attempting to maintain the steam trap. This is easily achieved by fitting Spirax Sarco depressurisation
valves type DV (see separate literature for details). Do not assume that the system is depressurised even when a pressure gauge indicates zero.
Temperature
Allow time for temperature to normalise after isolation to avoid the danger of burns and consider whether protective clothing (including safety
glasses) is required.
Caution: The cover gasket and main valve assembly gasket may contain a thin stainless steel support ring which may cause physical injury if
it is not handled and disposed of carefully.
The trap is designed for installation with the float arm in a horizontal plane so that it rises and falls vertically, ideally with a drop leg immediately
preceding the trap. Suitable isolation valves must be installed to allow for safe maintenance/replacement. Remove all protective caps prior to
installation. Open isolation valves slowly and check for leaks. Where steam traps are fitted in exposed conditions, the possibility of freezing
damage may be reduced by thermal insulation/draining/isolation.
Maintenance can be completed with the trap in the pipeline, once the safety procedures have been observed. It is recommended that new
gaskets and spares are used whenever maintenance is undertaken. Ensure that the correct tools and necessary protective equipment are used
at all times. When maintenance is complete open isolation valves slowly and check for leaks. See IM-P603-03 for further details.
No ecological hazard is anticipated with the disposal of this product provided due care is taken.
Local regulations may restrict the use of this product to below the conditions quoted.
In the interests of development and improvement of the product, we reserve the right to change the specification.
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