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DRI-STEEM
MODEL STS and STS-DI
STEAM-TO-STEAM HUMIDIFIERS
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Maintenance Operations
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TO THE PURCHASER AND THE INSTALLER
Thank you for purchasing DRI-STEEM STS®humidification 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. We urge you to become familiar with the contents of this manual.
DRI-STEEMHumidifierCompany
STS and STS-DI Humidifiers ....................................................................3
CapacitiesandDimensions ......................................................................4
MountingMethods ....................................................................................6
Piping ........................................................................................................8
Piping Diagrams: Steam, Water and Drain ..............................................11
Electrical....................................................................................................12
SteamDispersionInstallation ..................................................................13
RAPID-SORB®AssemblyandInstallation
• Horizontal Duct Installation ...............................................................15
• Vertical Duct Installation ...................................................................16
Start-UpandOperation
• WaterControlwithVAPOR-LOGIC2...................................................17
RecommendedMaintenance ....................................................................18
STS-DIStart-upandRecommendedMaintenance ..................................19
Trouble Shooting Guide ...........................................................................20
ReplacementParts ....................................................................................21
Two-YearLimitedWarranty ......................................................................24

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STS®AND STS®-DI HUMIDIFIERS
STS Humidifier
(For use with softened or
unsoftened water.)
This humidifier is designed for use
witheithersoftenedorunsoftened
water(preferablysoftened). The
probe-type level control system
requireswater conductivityof 100
micromhos/cm(2grains/gal)minimum
to function, and therefore will not
operateonwater treated by reverse
osmosisor deionization. However,
STS humidifiers are available for use
with these water types. The standard
humidifier can be converted in the field
to a STS-DI model. See below.
STS-DI Humidifier
(For use with demineralized
or reverse osmosis water.)
For use with deionized or reverse
osmosis water. This unit produces
chemical-free steam and reliable,
accurate humidification control. It is
virtually maintenance-free, with no
wasted water, heat, or downtime.
¼" NPT Water
Supply Minimum
25 psi Water
Pressure
Air Gap
Water Seal
Condensate Return
Steam Trap
Automatic
Steam Valve
Open Drain
Manual Drain Valve
Heat Exchanger
Float Valve
OM-487
Note: Drain piping material must be suitable for 212°F (100°C) water.
Needle Valve ¼" NPT Fill
Make-Up Valve
Water Supply Shut Off
Valve (not provided)
Water Strainer
To Water Supply
Automatic
Steam Valve
To Steam
Supply
Steam Trap
Condensate Return Water SealAir Gap
Open Drain
Manual drain or Optional
Motorized Drain Valve
Clean-Out Plate
Skimmer Tube
Heat Exchanger
OM-471

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CAPACITIES AND DIMENSIONS
Table4-1:MechanicaldimensionsforSTS and STS-DI units with stainless steel heat exchanger(s)
Table 4-2: Mechanical dimensions for STS and STS-DI units with copper heat exchanger(s)
Table4-3: Capacitiesforunits with
stainlesssteelheatexchangers Table4-4: Capacitiesforunits with copperheat exchangers
Table notes:
C= Copper
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AthgiehllarevO 52.8156452.8156452.8156452.8156475.82527
BhtdiwecaF 57.4157357.4157352.9109452.8202752.82027
ChtgnelecaF 86.3200686.93010186.93010112.55004112.550041
DtelniylppusotmottobmorfecnatsiD 36.607136.607136.607136.686136.6861
EteltuonruterotmottobmorfecnatsiD 95.30995.30995.30995.30995.309
FtelniylppusotmottobmorfecnatsiD regnahcxetaehdnocesfo ----------------82.41263
GteltuonruterotmottobmorfecnatsiD regnahcxetaehdnocesfo ----------------42.11582
HregnahcxetaehotedismorfecnatsiD 52.33852.33852.33852.33852.338
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KteltuonruteR TPN" )02ND( -- TPN"…1 )23ND( -- TPN"…1 )23ND( -- TPN"‰1 )04ND( -- TPN"‰1 )04ND( --
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BhtdiwecaF 57.4157357.4157352.9109452.8202752.8202752.82027
ChtgnelecaF 86.3200686.93010186.93010112.55004112.55004112.550041
DtelniylppusotmottobmorfecnatsiD 58.657158.657158.657158.657158.657158.6761
EteltuonruterotmottobmorfecnatsiD 53.35853.35853.35853.35853.35853.358
FtelniylppusotmottobmorfecnatsiD regnahcxetaehdnocesfo --------------------05.41063
GteltuonruterotmottobmorfecnatsiD regnahcxetaehdnocesfo --------------------00.11582
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KteltuonruteR TPN" )02ND( -- TPN" )02ND( -- TPN" )02ND( -- TPN" )02ND( -- TPN" )02ND( -- TPN" )02ND( --
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C52-STS 02 hpp 9h/gk 07 hpp 23 h/gk 001 hpp 54 h/gk 021 hpp 45 h/gk
C05-STS 05 hpp 32 h/gk 051 hpp 86 h/gk 002 hpp 19 h/gk 042 hpp 901 h/gk
C001-STS 001 hpp 54 h/gk 003 hpp 631 h/gk 004 hpp 181 h/gk 084 hpp 812 h/gk
C004-STS 003 hpp 631 h/gk 085 hpp 362 h/gk 027 hpp 723 h/gk 097 hpp 853 h/gk
C008-STS 056 hpp 592 h/gk 5721 hpp 875 h/gk 0051 hpp 086 h/gk 0061 hpp 627 h/gk
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S52-STS 01 hpp 5h/gk 52 hpp 11 h/gk 03 hpp 41 h/gk 53 hpp 61 h/gk
S05-STS 03 hpp 41 h/gk 55 hpp 52 h/gk 57 hpp 43 h/gk 08 hpp 63 h/gk
S001-STS 06 hpp 72 h/gk 011 hpp 05 h/gk 041 hpp 46 h/gk 051 hpp 86 h/gk
S002-STS 051 hpp 86 h/gk 092 hpp 231 h/gk 063 hpp 361 h/gk 093 hpp 771 h/gk
CNS004-STS** 071 hpp 77 h/gk 293 hpp 871 h/gk 255 hpp 052 h/gk 736 hpp 982 h/gk
CNS008-STS** 212 hpp 69 h/gk 528 hpp 473 h/gk 5901 hpp 794 h/gk 3221 hpp 555 h/gk
Table 4-3 and 4-4 notes:
* Steam pressure at connection to the STS steam valve (provided by DRI-STEEM)
** SNC = Stainless No (Teflon) Coating. For use with DI/RO water only.
Table notes:
S= Stainless steel
SNC= Stainless steel
without Teflon coating
For use with DI/RO
water only

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CAPACITIES AND DIMENSIONS
Table5-1:Humidifierweights
Table 5-1 note:
*Suspending from overhead
construction is not recommended
due to operating weight of unit.
STS and STS-DI®all sizes STS and STS-DI(single heat exchanger) sizes 25S&C, 50S&C,
100S&C,200S, 400C, and 400SNC
¼" NPT water make-
up valve
5/16" dia.
mounting
bolt holes
¾" drain
B
A
D
J
K
Front view
E
H
C
Side view
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52-STS 571975934
05-STS 63325152175
001-STS 05395193136
002-STS* 058683542111
004-STS* 059134023541
008-STS* 0541856014681
Note:
See Tables 4-1 and 4-2 (page 4) for dimensional data.
STS and STS-DI (dual heat exchanger) size 800C and 800 SNC
5/16"dia
mounting bolt
holes
Front view ¼"NPT water
makeupvalve
¾" drain
B
H
D
E
F
G
A
OM-336
K
J

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MOUNTING METHODS
5. Mounting STS Unit on Underside of Duct
Mounting humidifier 12" to 18" below duct recommended to facilitate cover removal.
Figure 6-1: STS Mounting Options
1. Floor Stand
DRI-STEEM
support legs
(optional)
OM-755
Clamp
Vapor Hose
Bottom of Duct
Two-Piece Escutcheon Plate
12" to 18"
Steam Dispersion
Tube
Cover of STS Humidifier
Cut hole in duct large
enough to allow passage
of hose clamp
Mounting Notes
1. For the electrode probe water level control and the
skimmer system to properly operate, the humidifier must
be mounted level in both directions.
2. Access (12" to 18" minimum) for periodic removal of the
top cover is recommended. In most cases, scale that
forms on the heat exchanger continuously flakes off as it
forms and the loose scale settles to the bottom. A clean-
out tray on the floor of the evaporator may be removed
periodicallythroughthefrontclean-outopening.
3. Due to the size and weight of the STS®200, 400 and
800 units, the trapeze hanger and wall brackets are not
recommended.
Clean-out
OM-504
Models STS 200,
STS 400C and 800C
requirecradle.
4.Cradle
Two-Piece Escutcheon Plate
fastens to bottom of duct
(duct omitted for clarity)
Cover of STS Humidifier
OM-65 OM-66
*24"
*24" is standard, other lengths are optional.
2. Trapeze Hanger (seenote3above)
A
3.WallBrackets(seenote3above)
Optional wall
brackets, two
required OM-517
B
snoisnemiD
tinUAB
05,52STS"¾51"62
001STS"¾02"23
,002STS 008,004 ----
VaporHose
Secure rods to overhead
construction suitable for the load
3/8"-16
Support Rod
Provide 12" to 18"
clearance under duct
for cover removal
For best absorption
U-tube should be at
mid height of duct
Threaded rod of size
required
Angle or channel of
size required
Clean-out
Inverted
U-tube
OM-505

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Vapor hose. (Pitch back min. 2" per foot to humidifier with supports to
prevent pockets.) Maximum length 10'. Humidifier must be mounted level.
OM-50
Stainless steel
dispersion tube in
middle of duct.
Maximum tube
length = 10'.
6. Mounting STS Unit Away from Duct(s) Using Vapor Hose
MOUNTING METHODS
Humidifier
Centered in Air
Handling Unit
7. Mounting STS in Air Handling Unit (with U-Tubes)
OM-276
Supply Air Duct
Outdoor and Return Airflow
into Air Handling Unit
Filter and Mixing Box
Air Handling Unit Coil Section
Set unit level. Locate unit so that steam
dispersion assembly is in the most active part
of the air stream.
Airflow
Air Handling Unit Casing
Gasketed Access Door Airflow
Airflow

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STS Humidifier
Obstruction
¾" Tubing
Funnel or Floor
Drain*
Air Gap
4" Minimum H
PIPING
Steam Supply
The heat exchanger in the STS®standard humidifier is
designed for a maximum steam pressure of 15 psi. The
steam valve, trap and strainer are shipped loose for field
installation.
Make-upWaterPiping
Either cold or hot water can be used for make-up. The
water pressure must be between 25 to 100 psi. If the
waterpressureis above 60 psiand/orwaterhammer
wouldbeobjectionable, apressurereducingvalveor
shock arrester should be installed. Even though the STS
has an inner 1" air gap, some local codes may require a
vacuum breaker in the water supply pipe.
Make-upWaterConsiderations
When non-metallic water piping is used, it must be rated
to withstand 212°F or greater temperature. If not, the final
3 feet connected to the humidifier should be metallic and
shouldnotbeinsulated.
As part of the fill valve assembly, a needle valve is
provided. It restricts the rush of cold water entering the
evaporatingchamberduring each fill cycle.The needle
valve adjusted to minimize output disruption and potential
"waterhammer"(waterpressuremustbebetween25and
100psi).
The STS Humidifier works with all water types - potable,
softenedordemineralizedmake-upwater.
Preferably this humidifier should be supplied with
softenedwater. Theprobetypelevelcontrolsystem
requireswaterconductivityof100micromhos/cm
(2 gr/gal) minimum to function and will not operate
with water treated by reverse osmosis or deionizing
process. Specially designed STS DI humidifiers are
availableforusewiththese water types.
SoftenedWater
Therearetwo majoradvantagesderivedfromusing
softenedwaterinsteadofpotable water (assuming the
untreatedsupplywater hardness isover 10 grains per
gallon):maintenance and accuracy of control.
Maintenance
The skimmer, in conjunction with softened water, is an
unbeatablecombinationforeliminatingscaleformation in
theevaporatingchamber. Severalseasonsofoperation
with no need for cleaning is normal, even with water
having up to 30 grains of dissolved minerals per gallon
priortobeingsoftened.
AccuracyofControl
Reducingthe higher skimmer quantity andeliminating the
drain/flush cycle (both of which are accomplished by the
use of softened water) improves controllability.
SoftenedWaterReducesWaterUsage
The fewer number of make-ups per unit of time and the
lesser the amount of water per make-up, the more "on
time" or actual humidifying time will occur thus improving
control accuracy. This is especially true when modulating
control of the steam input to the humidifier is used.
Figure8-1:
This piping method is recommended when obstruction
prevents dispersion tube from being continuously pitched
back to the humidifier.
OM-702 * Note: Refer to governing codes
for drain pipe size requirements.

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PIPING
PotableWater
For water less than 10 grains per gallon hardness the
skimmer system alone, without softening, usually pro-
vides a full season or more of humidification without a
needforcleaningtheevaporator.
Forwaterhardnessabove10grainspergallonandwhere
softened water is not available the timer operated drain/
flush feature is available. The humidifier control module
contains an integral adjustable timer which accumulates
the "on" or actual humidifying time of the unit. When this
accumulatedtimereachesthe amount previously pre-set
in the control module, the drain/flush cycle is activated.
Drain Piping
A drain line should be extended from the skimmer/drain
connection to a sanitary waste. A water seal should be
provided in the drain line of sufficient height to contain
the pressure developed within the humidifier. Without this,
steam will be forced through the drain line which would be
objectionable. The depth of the water seal must be
sufficient to overcome the static pressure of the air
handling system plus the pressure developed by the
humidifier itself. (Refer to table 11-1 on page 11.)
Figure9-1: Thispipingmethodisrecommendedwhen
humidifier must be mounted higher than the duct.
OM-703
STS
Humidifier
1½" S.S. Tubing Tee
(supplied by others)
H
Air Gap Funnel or Floor
Drain*
* Note: Refer to governing codes
for drain pipe size requirements.

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PIPING
Figure 10-1 - Piping of STS®from an overhead steam
supply main with condensate returned to a vented gravity
flow return system. Note the steam trap installed at the
bottom of the branch rise feeding the steam valve of the
STS. Failure to install this trap will cause water hammer,
which could damage the STS heat exchanger.
Figure 10-2 - Depicts the same supply configuration,
however the condensate return main is above the STS
and the condensate must be "lifted". Lifts in excess of six
inches per PSI steam inlet pressure should not be
attempted. Check valves down stream of both steam
traps are necessary to avoid hammer and associated
problems.
In both instances, Figure 10-1 and 10-2, vacuum breakers
are necessary to ensure condensate can drain from the
heat exchanger when the steam valve closes.
Steam Main Alternate Vacuum
Breaker Position
12"
12"
Vacuum Breaker
(by others)
Gravity Condensate Return
End of
Branch Trap
(by others)
Steam Main
Alternate Vacuum
Breaker Position
12"
12"
Vacuum Breaker
(by others) To Elevated
Condensate Return
Swing Check Valves (by others)
Figure10-1 Figure10-2
Swing
Check
Valves
(by
others)
Trap "A"
OM-586 OM-586

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PIPING DIAGRAMS: STEAM, WATER AND DRAIN
Figure 11-1: Standard STS®
OM-471
Note: Refer to governing codes on
drain pipe sizing requirements.
¼" NPT Fill-
Make-Up Valve
Needle Valve
Water Supply Shut Off
Valve (not provided)
Water Strainer
To Water Supply
Automatic Steam Valve
To Steam Supply
Steam Trap
Condensate Return Water SealAir Gap
Open Drain
Manual drain or Optional
Motorized Drain Valve
Clean-Out Plate
Heat Exchanger
Skimmer Tube
H
Table11-1: WaterSealHeightRecommendations
Water Seal Height (H)
Unit Output
(pounds per hour) H (inches)
5-138 12
139-183 15
184 and higher 18
¼" NPT Water
Supply Minimum
25 psi Water
Pressure
Steam Trap
Condensate Return
Water Seal
Air Gap Open Drain
Float Valve
Heat Exchanger
Manual Drain Valve
Note: Drain piping material must be suitable for 212°F (100°C) water.
OM-487
Figure 11-2: STS-DI
H
Automatic
Steam Valve

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ELECTRICAL
The electrical supply is 120 volt, single phase. The
control cabinet should be mounted in a location for
service. All wiring must be in accordance with all govern-
ing codes and the STS®wiring diagram. A wiring diagram
is inside the control cabinet. The wiring between the
controlcabinet and thehumidifier must be 105°C rated
wire.
Figure 12-1: Alternate Water Seal and Valve Piping
Used when water seal must be elevated above flow line of
drainconnection(Humidifiernearfloor). Watersealheight
recommendationsrefertotable11-1.
OM-489
PIPING DIAGRAMS: STEAM, WATER AND DRAIN
Skimmer
Air Gap Open Drain
Note: Flow Line At
This Point Must Not
Be Above Flow Line
At Drain Connection
Manual Or Optional
Motorized Drain Valve
Drain Connection
Water Seal Flow
Line Cannot Be
Above Skimmer
H
Please refer to the VAPOR-LOGIC2O&M for electrical
connectioninformationonthe controller.
Caution:Only qualifiedelectrical personnelshould
performinstallationandstart-upprocedures.

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Figure 13-1: Single Tube Insertion Length
2.5"
3.25"
2.5"
½" O.D.Copper
Tubing (condensate drain)
Movable Escutcheon Plate (Plate
can be mounted within limits of 2.5".)
¼" NPT
End
* Note: Refer to governing codes
for drain pipe size requirements.
OM-351
OM-1020
VaporHose
•Vaporhoseshouldbesupported
to prevent sags or low spots and
to maintain a minimum pitch of 2"
per foot back to the humidifier.
•Whenmountingthehumidifier
above the level of dispersion tube,
see page 9.
Failureto follow theabove recom-
mendation may result in excessive
backpressuresbeingimposedon
the humidifier. This in turn may lead
to dispersion tube(s) spitting, lost
water seals or leaking gaskets.
Whendistancebetweenhumidifier
andthedispersiontube(s)exceeds
10 feet, consult factory for special
recommendations.
Hard Piping
•Hardpipingshouldhavea
minimum I.D. of 1½".
•A minimum pitch of 2" per foot
back to the humidifier should be
maintained.
•90°elbowsarenotrecommended,
use two 45°elbows one foot apart
instead.
•Thin wall tubing will heat up faster
and cause less start up loss than
heavywallpipe.
•Insulatingthehard piping will
reduce the loss in output caused
bycondensation.
TubeMounting
•Mountdispersiontube level.
•Bestvapor absorption occurs
whendispersiontubedischarges
against the air flow.
**Returnlinepipingmaterial
must be suitable for 212°F
(100°C)water.
MinimumCondensateDrain Line
Sizing
•One or two tubes: 3/4" I.D.
•Three or more tubes - 1" I.D.
Figure 13-3: Multiple Tube with Condensate Return to Humidifier
Figure 13-2: Multiple Tube with
CondensateWasted
to Floor Drain
Dispersion
Tube
Duct
Dispersion Tube
1-½" Dia. Vapor
Hose or Hard
Tubing
STS®Humidifier 6" Min.
Water Seal
(5" approx.) ½" O.D. Condensate
Drain Tube
Condensate Drain Tube by
Others** (3/4" minimum)
Floor Drain*
Dispersion Tube
Duct
Dispersion Tube
1-½" Dia. Vapor
Hose or Hard
Tubing
STS Humidifier
½" O. D. Condensate
Drain Tube
¾" Condensate Return
Connection (on face plate)
Condensate Drain
Tube by Others ** (3/4" minimum)
Refer to Water Seal Height
table 17-1, page 17
Water Seal
(5"
approx.)
OM-1021 * Note: Refer to governing codes
for drain pipe size requirements.
STEAM DISPERSION INSTALLATION
STS Dispersion Tube Installation with Condensate Drain
Pre-molded High Temperature
Resin Steam Inserts
3.25"
3.25"
1.5"
3.25"
3.25"
3.25"
Mounting
Bracket
Air Flow
Air Flow
6" Min.
½" Air Vent
Mounting
Bracket

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SelectingtheLocation:
A. It is very important that the dispersion method be
locatedwherethewatervaporbeingdischargedwill
be carried off with the airstream and will not cause
condensationordrippingfromtheduct.
B. In general, the dispersion method is best placed
where the air can most readily absorb the moisture
beingaddedwithoutcausingcondensationator after
the unit. This will normally be after the heating coil or
wheretheairtemperatureishighest.
C. Do not place the dispersion method too close to the
intake of a high efficiency filter. The filter may
removethevisiblemoisture and become water-
logged.*
D. Donotplacedispersionmethodwherewatervapor
will impinge on a metal surface.
E. Do not place the dispersion method too close to a
split in the duct. The unit may put more moisture in
onebranchthentheother.
STEAM DISPERSION INSTALLATION
InstallationAboveValuableEquipment
Waterpipingandhumidifiers should not be installed
above expensive apparatus or equipment. The risk of a
brokenwaterpipe,leaking valve gland,condensationor
other water leaks may occur causing serious damage
and costly repairs to the equipment below.
Where this type of installation cannot be avoided install a
drip tray constructed of galvanized sheet under the
humidifier, valve, etc. to catch any possible water drip.
It is advisable to terminate the drain above an open floor
drain. The overflow from the STS®should be piped
separately to a floor drain rather than the drip pan.
Figure 14-1: Installation Above Valuable Equipment
Air Flow
STS Humidifier
Drip Pan
Allow 12"-18" space for cover
removal during maintenance.
Ceiling Line
Vapor Absorption Area
*
This length of duct should have sealed seams.
Humidifier2'
Refer to governing codes regarding drip pan
depth and drain pipe size requirements. OM-59
*The distance steam will travel within a given airstream is predictable and can be determined using the STS catalog.
If this has already been done, the travel distance should be specified; if not, consult the STS catalog or contact you
DRI-STEEM representative or the DRI-STEEM factory.

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RAPID-SORB®ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
7.Connecta condensate drain toheader,provide the
water trap as shown and run to open drain, sized per
governingcodes.
8. Attach the header swivel hose connector to main
header using the hose cuff and clamps provided, do not
secure.
9. Route the necessary number of vapor hoses or pipes
from the humidifier tank, position connector to accept the
hoses or pipes and secure.
Note: Refertopage10for vapor hose information on
routingandforalternatevaporhoseinstallationmethods.
Horizontal Duct Installation
1. Unpack Shipment and verify receipt of all
RAPID-SORBcomponents with packing list. Report
any shortages at once to the DRI-STEEM factory.
2. Provide necessary access around and into duct work.
3. Locate 1" x 1½" stainless steel channel inside duct
centeredbetween duct sidewalls. Hang channelfrom top
of duct with the two mounting holes provided.
4. Locate dispersion tubes and slide hose cuffs over end
of each tube, include a pair of hose clamps.
5. Note direction of air flow within duct then arrange each
dispersion tube so steam will blow perpendicular to the air
flow. Use the hex bolts provided to attach tubes to
overhead 1" x 1½" channel. Do not secure. On units with
theheadermountedoutsidetheduct,punch-outneces-
sary clearance holes in base of duct to slide dispersion
tubesup frombottom (see figure 15-2).
6. For a Header Inside the Duct (See figure 15-1.):
Punch or cut out necessary clearance holes for
RAPID-SORBheader.Slide header into theduct,position
header and slide the dispersion tube hose cuffs or slip
couplingsovertheheaderdispersiontubenipples.
Position the header so vertical dispersion tubes are
perpendiculartoductandpitchtheheadertowardconden-
sate drain. Secure header to the mounting bracket. Use
escutcheon plates to secure header where it enters the
duct.
Checkthatthe dispersion tubesrelease steam perpen-
dicular to the air flow. Secure tubes to the overhead
channel. Secure the channel to the duct, and secure hose
cuffs or slip couplings over tube and header tube nipples.
ForaHeaderOutsidethe Duct (seefigure15-2.):
Positionheaderunderdispersion tubes, then slide hose
cuffs or slip couplings over header dispersion tube
nipples.
Positiontheheadersodispersiontubesareperpendicular
to duct and pitch the header to condensate drain. Secure
dispersion tubes in place with the tube escutcheon plates
provided.
Check the position of the tubes for steam release perpen-
dicular to the air flow. Secure tubes to the overhead
channel, and secure channel to the duct. With header
pitched to condensate drain, slip hose cuffs or slip
couplingsover tube nipples and secure.
1" x 1-1/2" 304 S.S. Channel
S.S. Dispersion
Tube
Orificed
Tubelets
Hose Cuff
Optionalcompanion
flange connection
Header Condensate
Drain, 3/4" NPT 5" Min.
6"
Min.
Support Bolt
(By Installer)
Duct
Pitch 1/8" per foot (minimum)
Open Drain
3/4" Copper Min.
Air Gap
S.S. Dispersion
Tube 1" x 1½" 304S.S.
STS
Hose
Clamps
Header
Connection
Duct
Duct Support
Bracket
Bolt View A-A
A
A
Orificed Inserts
Hose Cuff Escutcheon
Plate
Mounting
Bracket
6" Min.
5" Min.
Open Drain
Air Gap
¾" Copper Min.
Figure15-2: RAPID-SORBUnit
HeaderUnderDuct
Figure15-1: RAPID-SORBUnit
HeaderInsideDuct
Condensate
Drain, ¾" NPT
Pitch 1/8"/foot (min.)

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RAPID-SORB®ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION
VerticalDuctInstallation
Install the RAPID-SORB®with dispersion tubes and
headerpitched to condensate drainas shown infigures
16-1,16-2,and16-3.
Figure 16-1: Plan View
Steam
Supply
1/8" per foot
pitch minimum Drain 5" Min.
6" Min.
Recommended 2" per
foot pitch
Figure 16-2: Elevation View
TubewithoutDrain
Airflow
- - - - Dashed line indicates field piping.
Figure 16-3: Elevation View
Tube with Drain
Recommended 1/4"
per foot pitch
Airflow
1/4" NPT
Condensate
Drain
5" Min.
6" Min.
3/4" NPT Coupling
5" Min.
Open Drain
Vapor Hose Copper or Stainless Steel Tubing and
Schedule 40 Steel Pipe
Hose I.D. Developed Length
of 10’(3.0 Meters)** Tube or Pipe Size Base on Developed Length of 20’(6 Meters)**
1
1
/ 2 " (38 mm) 150 lbs/hr 68 kg 1
1
/ 2 " (38 mm) 150 lbs/hr 68 kg/h
2" (50 mm) 250 lbs/hr 115 kg 2" (50 mm) 220 lbs/hr 100 kg/h
3" (75 mm) 450 lbs/hr 205 kg/h
4" (100 mm) 750 lbs/hr 340 kg/h
5" (125 mm) 1400 lbs/hr 635 kg/h
6" (150 mm) 2300 lbs/hr 1043 kg/h
Table 16-1*: Maximum Steam Carrying Capacity in
Lbs/Hrand Kg/Hr
* Based on total pressure drop in piping/hose of 5" (12.65 mm) W.C.
** For developed length add 50% to measured length for pipe fittings.
Note: To minimize lossof humidifier capacity and efficiency, it is recommended
that tubing/piping be installed.

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Figure 17-1: Reliable Electronic Probe Control
Maintains Water Level
A simple three-probe conductivity sensor cycles a
solenoid-operated water fill valve to maintain the proper
water levels.
The STS®humidifier is provided with a standard
VAPOR-LOGIC®2microprocessor control system, see the
VAPOR-LOGIC2 InstallationandOperationsManualfor
moreinformation. Thencontinuereadingthismanual
beginningat the maintenance section onpage 20.
START-UP AND OPERATION
Water Control with VAPOR-LOGIC2
Whenthepowerisactivatedthesolenoid-operatedwater
fill valve will open, filling the evaporating chamber. Filling
will continue until water reaches level A, at which time the
fill valve will close. To ensure that the water seal is filled
withwater,disconnectprobeplugandcablefromprobe
rod assembly (located on face plate), allowing the fill
valve to re-energize and overfill humidifier tank. This
process will take only seconds; probe plug and cable
must then be reconnected.
WaterRefill
During operation, the water line will drop to level B. At this
level the fill valve opens, and remains open until the water
line returns to level A.
AdjustableSurfaceSkimmer
Each time the evaporating chamber refills, the upper
¼" of water is immediately drained off through the skim-
mer. This carries away the mineral residue formed during
the previous evaporating cycle. This skimming action
effectively removes most of the mineral concentration in
much the same way as the surface blowdown does in a
steam boiler. This simple device greatly reduces the
frequencyofcleaningtheevaporatingchamber.
Note: Preferably this humidifier should be supplied
with softened water. However, the probe type level
control system requires water conductivity of 100
micromhos/cm (2 grains/gal) minimum to function
and may not operate in water treated by the reverse
osmosis or deionizing process. Specially designed
STS Model DI humidifiers are available for use with
these water types.
Water Levels
A- Fill Valve Closes
B - Fill Valve Opens
C - Low Water Indication
Probe Rod
Probe
Housing
Probe
OM-270

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RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE
Summer Maintenance
After the humidification season, a complete inspection and
cleaning of the heat exchanger, probe control, skimmer,
andwater chamber is recommended. After cleaning, the
unit should remain empty until humidification is required.
Onunits with TEFLON®coated heat exchangers,do
not use a sharp object when cleaning. Cuts or
scratches on the heat exchanger will impair its ability to
shedscale during operation,and could cause the TEFLON
to separate from the metal surface.
AdjustingtheSurfaceSkimBleed-OffQuantity
The skim time determines the quantity of water skimmed
with each fill cycle. The skim time is field adjustable
usingtheVAPOR-LOGIC2keypad.
Model STS®-DI Only
The humidifier should be inspected for leaks at least
annually. All safety devices in the control cabinet should
be cycled on and off to verify that they are functioning.
CleaningtheEvaporatingChamber
As long as mineral-free water is used in the STS-DI
humidifier,nocleaning or flushing oftheevaporating
chambershouldbenecessary.
Caution: Allowunit to cool before performing any mainte-
nance. Manually open the drain valve and the fill valve
will be energized. Let the fill water run until the tank is
cooled then shut off the contractor/field installed supply
water valve.
STS®is designed to deal with dissolved minerals in one
of two ways depending on the degree of hardness. For
light to moderate hardness (up to 10 grains per gallon)
the surface skimmer action plus periodic cleaning is
usually adequate. For high mineral content water (above
10grains pergallon) aperiodic drainand flushalong with
periodiccleaning may be helpful.
The frequency of cleaning will be dictated by water
condition and evaporation load.
Caution:WhenperformingmaintenanceontheSTS
alwaysturnoffelectricpowertocontrolpanel.Closesteam
supplyandwatermake-upvalves.
Seasonally or as Required
1. Cleaning Tank
Remove loose scale in humidifier tank before the build-up
reachestheundersideoftheheatexchanger(s).
2. Cleaning Probes
Removecapassemblyandunscrew the probe holder from
the STS unit. The scale will easily flake off from the
sensing probes. The sensing portion (bottom 3/8") of the
probe should be brushed clean with stainless steel wool.
Re-installtheprobeholderwitharrowsupand“top”
marking at the top.
3. Cleaning Skimmer Tube
Remove the elbow section of the skimmer and rotate
tube so that loosened material will drop out. Loosen
deposits with a long tool such as a screwdriver or
section of small diameter pipe and reassemble elbow.
Skimmer drainage should be verified by visual inspec-
tion once per week. Water should drain from skimmer
drain pipe after each fill cycle. (For cleaning piping,
disconnect and flush out. If mineral deposits have
restrictedtheflow,replacepiping.)
4. InspectGaskets
Replacementproceduresareprovidedwithnew
gaskets.

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STS-DI START-UP AND RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE
Introduction
After the system has been properly installed and
connected to both electrical and water supplies, it may
then be started.
Mounting
Check mounting to see that unit is level and securely
supported before filling with water.
Piping
Verify that all piping connections have been completed
as recommended and that steam and water pressures
are available.
Electrical
Verify that all wiring connections have been made in
accordance with the STS®wiring diagram.
ControlSystem
ForVAPOR-LOGIC2®microprocessorcontrol system,refer
totheInstallationandOperationsManualenclosedwith
theproductshipment.
Control Circuits
a) Adjust humidistat to “call”setting.
b) Open shut-off valve on water supply line.
Water should flow through float valve.
c) Turn electric power on to control cabinet.
d) Fill the water seal in drain line by manually
opening drain valve for a few seconds.
e) Open steam stop valve. Steam should be heard
passing through the automatic steam valve into the
humidifier heat exchanger.
f) Check out function of field installed air flow
switch, high limit duct humidistat, and controlling
humidistat to ensure that they are in control of
steam valve.
Recommended Maintenance-STS-DI System
(deionizedwater)
The STS-DI humidifier does not require regular mainte-
nance. A periodic visual inspection is recommended to
identify gasket or piping leaks. Control circuit and
safety switches should be checked to verify they
properly control the steam valve.
Caution: Overtightening cover will cause leaks.
All cover knobs are turned down at the factory until
the bottom of the knob makes contact with the
flange, then one half turn further. If more compres-
sion is required, turn all knobs a half turn more. Do
not turn knobs more than a half turn before identify-
ing that a leak still exists.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
*Althoughthethreestainlesssteelelectrodeprobeswilleventuallyerodeduetocorrosiontheyareusuallyfunctionalforuptoapproximately5000
hoursofoperation.
Symptom Possible Cause Recommended Action
Humidifier Will Not Heat No control transformer output.
Humidistat is not calling.
Saftey controls open (high limit,
air proving, etc...)
Faulty control board.
Probe corrosion.
Steam stop valve closed.
Steam trap plugged.
Low or no steam.
Steam strainer plugged.
Verify control voltage. Set humidistat to
"call". Inspect for faulty humidistat.
Check safety controls.
Verify control voltage and probe. Wires
are connected correctly.
Replace probes*.
Verify valve is opened.
Clean trap body.
Verify steam is present.
Clean strainer.
Humidifier Will Not Fill No water pressure.
Faulty water fill valve.
Plugged water strainer.
Plugged valve.
Faulty control board.
Verify manual water supply valve is
open.
Verify action of fill solenoid valve, verify
contol voltage present at coil. Audible
click should be heard as solenoid
operates.
Open strainer.
Clean valve.
Verify control voltage.
Humidifier Does Not Stop Filling Lack of tank-to-probes continuity.
Water conductivity less than 100
micromhos/cm minimum (2 grains
per gallon)
Manual drain is not fully closed.
Fill valve is stuck open.
Fill valve installed backwards.
Jumper terminals 1 & 3 if water sops,
verify tank ground to term 3;check
water supply conductivity; then consult
factory.
Close manual ball valve.
Check valve for foreign matter.
Check for correct water flow, through
valve, note arrow.
Low Output Automatic drain valve not seating.
Manual drain is not fully closed.
Excessive skimming amount.
Fill valve is stuck open.
Low supply steam pressure.
Steam valve inoperable.
Steam trap blocked.
Scale coated heat exchanger.
Clean ball and seat of valve.
Close manual ball valve.
Reduce skimmer or skim time.
Check valve for foreign matter.
Check steam supply pressure.
Not opening fully.
Not passing condensate.
Clean heat exchanger.
Makeup Water Valve Short Circuits Electrode probes may be
incorrectly wired.
Probes are scale coated.
Confirm that wiring agrees with
diagram.
Clean probes.