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Nortec
SAM-e
Installation and
Operation Manual
Includes installation, operation
maintenance and troubleshooting
information for your Nortec SAM-e
and Nortec Mini SAM-e Short
Absorption Manifold.
1507619-L| 15 Jan 2020
Important: Read and save these instructions. This guide to be left with equipment.

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Liability Notice
Condair does not accept any liability for installations of humidity equipment installed by unqualified personnel
or the use of parts/components/equipment that are not authorized or approved by Condair.
Copyright Notice
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Contents
2 Introduction
2 Location of Humidifier’s Manifold in an Air Conditioning System
4 Identify your Components
5 How to Use this Manual
7 Nortec SAM-e In-Duct
15 Installation in Vertical Duct
17 Nortec Mini SAM-e Installation Procedures
21 Plumbing
22 Nortec SAM-e with Pressure Steam
24 Nortec Mini SAM-e with Pressurized Steam
29 Nortec SAM-e with Atmospheric Steam
31 Nortec Mini SAM-e with Atmospheric Steam
33 Atmospheric Steam Lines
34 Plumbing
34 Atmospheric Nortec SAM-e Steam Lines
39 Length of Steam Line Runs
39 Material for Steam Lines
40 Atmospheric Nortec SAM-e Condensate Drainage
41 Steam Lines and Condensate Returns
45 Insulated Nortec SAM-e & Nortec Mini SAM-e
46 Insulation
49 Nortec SAM-e Insulation Retrofit
52 Nortec Mini SAM-e Insulation Retrofit
55 Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Spare Parts

1 | Nortec SAM-e Installation
CAUTION: Plumbing
•Plumbing to be performed by a licensed plumber.
•Drain water from humidifier can be very hot. Do not drain to public sink.
•All plumbing work should be done according to local plumbing code.
CAUTION: Installation
•Do not mount on hot surfaces.
•Do not mount in area where freezing can occur.
•Do not mount on vibrating surface.
•Do not mount on floor.
•The Nortec RH2 produces steam at atmospheric pressure no devices which could
block steam output should be connected to the steam outlet.
•Steam lines must be installed so that no restriction can produce backpressure in
the humidifier.
•
CAUTION: Servicing
•Disconnect main power before any servicing.
•During and following operation of the humidifier, the steam and components in
contact with the steam such as the blower pack, steam lines, steam distributors,
and condensate lines can become hot and can burn if touched.
•Condair does not accept any liability for installations of humidity equipment
installed by unqualified personnel or the use of parts/components/equipment
that are not authorized or approved by Condair.

Nortec SAM-e Installation | 2
Introduction
Receiving and Unpacking Equipment
Check packing slip to ensure ALL material has been delivered. Each humidifier may be shipped
in more than one box.
All material shortages are to be reported to CONDAIR within 48 hours from receipt of goods.
CONDAIR assumes no responsibility for any material shortages beyond this period.
Inspect boxes for damage and note on shipping waybill accordingly.
After unpacking, inspect equipment for damage. If damage is found, notify the shipper promptly.
All CONDAIR products are shipped on an F.O.B. factory basis. Any and all damage, breakage, or loss
claims are to be made to the shipping company.
Location of Humidifier’s Manifold in an Air Conditioning System
Although Nortec SAM-e distribution systems are designed to provide drip-less humidification, several
operating factors related to steam supply may result in excess moisture or water collecting in steam-tube
pipe with the potential for water damage. To ensure protection against water damage, best practice
includes either a sealed section of duct or, preferably a drip-pan with drain installed underneath each
unit. In addition, to facilitate maintenance checks and inspections, an inspection cover, inspection glass
or service opening should be installed downstream.
For more information, see Nortec SAM-e Engineering Manual [1503529-X].
Notes
Absorption distance: the distance between the Nortec SAM-e and the first obstruction (coil, elbow,
damper, etc.) that steam may encounter. Traces of steam may pass the obstruction, but will not
condense, leaving obstructions dry. If any of the duct or air-handling unit (AHU) conditions are changed
between design and installation, calculated absorption distance may change. It is advisable to re-
calculate absorption distance to ensure that Nortec SAM-e operates as intended. If changes are
required, please contact factory for assistance.

3 | Nortec SAM-e Installation
Identify your Components

Nortec SAM-e Installation | 4
Identify your Optional Components

5 | Nortec SAM-e Installation
How to Use this Manual
Nortec SAM-e - In Duct
Section 2
Follow steps 1-8
Nortec SAM-e - Vertical Duct Installation
Section 4
Follow steps 1-8
Then refer to Section 3.
Nortec mini SAM-e
Section 5
Follow steps 1-2
This section includes installation in vertical duct

Nortec SAM-e Installation | 6
Plumbing
Section 6
6A - Nortec SAM-e Pressure Steam
6B - Nortec mini SAM-e Pressure Steam
6C - Nortec SAM-e Atmospheric Steam
6D - Nortec mini SAM-e Atmospheric Steam
Steam Lines
Section 7
Nortec SAM-e Insulation
Section 8
8A - Nortec SAM-e Retrofit
8B - Nortec mini SAM-e Retrofit
Troubleshooting, Spare Parts & Warranty
Section 9

7 | Installation
Nortec SAM-e In-Duct

Nortec SAM-e Installation | 8
Typical Nortec SAM-e Installation
General Nortec SAM-e Assembly Diagram

9 | Nortec SAM-e Installation
1
Fasten support brackets to header using 5/16” washers and 5/16” nylon lock-nuts.
2
Place header on duct floor and drill 4 x 1/2” (12.7 mm) holes through floor.
Secure header to floor using fasteners (by others).
Use caulking to seal holes in ductwork.

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3
Insert tube into insertion stop washer and then into grommet.
Wetting grommet with water will make assembly easier.
Ensure nozzles face the sides of the duct (perpendicular to air flow).
4
Assemble remaining tubes in same way.

11 | Nortec SAM-e Installation
5
Attach tube support bracket using supplied 1/4” lock-washer and 1/4” hex
screws.
6
No mounting frame –
proceed to step 6A.
Mounting frame –
proceed to step 7

Nortec SAM-e Installation | 12
6A
If no mounting frame is supplied:
Attach bracket flanges to tube support bracket using 5/16” screws,
washers, and nylon lock-nut.
Bolt flanges to duct wall using field-supplied 1/2”-fasteners.

13 | Nortec SAM-e Installation
7
Slide frame sides into frame base.
8
Attach Frame Pivot using 5/16” bolt, washer, and nylon lock-nut.
Side View

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Seismic installation for Nortec SAM-e floor mount
With the hardware kit that accompanies the Nortec SAM-e, the
seismic brace is screw fastened to the Nortec SAM-e tubes
(torque to 8-10 in/lbs) sandwiching the top rail between.
The other end of the seismic brace secures to the ceiling of the
air handler with minimum 2 x 5/16” diameter grade 5 screws
per span of seismic brace.
With the hardware kit that accompanies the Nortec SAM-e,
fasten the base support to the Nortec SAM-e header with the
supplied 5/16” self-locking bolts.
Secure the base support to the floor of the air handler with 2 x
5/16” diameter grade 5 screws per base support.

15 | Nortec SAM-e Installation
Installation in
Vertical Duct

Nortec SAM-e Installation | 16
Vertical Duct Installation for Nortec SAM-e
1
Complete assembly following Steps 1 through 8 on pages 9
through 13.
Install complete assembly into duct at 10° angle. Fasten to
duct walls using field-supplied fasteners.