Rifox 1513 User manual

Operating Manual
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Model: 1513
Model: 1518
Float-Controlled Condensate Trap, PN 160
1 Safety instructions
1.1 Proper use
Any improper use, intervention in the design and deviation from the design data automatically lead to termination of the
warranty. The float-controlled condensate trap is designed for the discharge of condensate from steam, compressed air and
pressure gas systems. Any other usage is not permitted. The manufacturer is not liable for damage resulting from any other
usage. The user or operator bears the risk in this case. This also applies analogously to incorrect assembly, start-up, use and
maintenance.
1.2 Warnings and symbols
■Personal risk due to escaping operating medium because of pressure, temperature and weight. Failure to comply with
these warnings results in the risk of accidents.
■Follow the instructions in this operating manual.
■The operator must ensure that this operating manual and, if necessary, other relevant documents are available on site.
■Only trained or instructed personnel may be assigned to handling this equipment.
■Any mode of operation that may impair safety must be avoided.
2 General description and usage
2.1 Design of the condensate trap
Picture 1: Model WO-1513 Picture 2: Model EF-1518
1Housing 8Supporting body assembly
2Housing gasket 9Float
3Housing cover 10 Holding screw for float control assembly
4Control screw 11 Gasket
5Housing screws 12 Gasket
6Screw plug 13 Control screw
7Float control assembly 14 Gasket

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2.2 Operation limits of housing material (Design)
Function limit of control unit
Discharge capacity
Picture 3
2.5 Function
■Due to the gravity the condensate flows downwards to the lowest point, which is the condensate trap housing. In the
lowest position of the float the outlet cross-section is close. Rising of the liquid level lifts the float and opens the outlet.
Condensate will be discharged through the upturned immersion tube. Decreasing condensate level closes the outlet again.
2.6 Compensation line
■To get the proper function of the float control assembly in applications of pressure gases, the gases in the condensate trap
housing must be led into the gas chamber with the same operating pressure above the condensate trap (pressure compen-
sation). For this purpose the control screw (4) in models 1513 can be replaced by a cutting ring union and a compensating
line leading upward can be installed. The pressure compensation for the models 1518 is not strongly recommended.
2.7 Automatic venting
■In the case of steam applications, automatic venting must be provided (vent jet).
2.8 Gastight under-level float control (only for gas applications)
■For gas applications, a gastight under-level float control is nearly exclusively used. Consult with RIFOX, if necessary.
3 Assembly
■The condensate trap has to be screwed into a pipeline between flanges.
■Remove transport caps from inlet and outlet.
■Fitting direction: according to Picture 1 and Picture 2.
■Supporting brackets: The weight of the condensate trap must be taken
up by the supporting brackets, which are welded onto the housing.
■To avoid downtimes, it is recommended to install stop valves with
bypass to pipeline, both in front of and behind the condensate trap.
2.3
2.4
Max. operating pressure (bar g) 134 128 113 94 77 70
Max. operating temperature (°C) 20 100 200 300 400 490
Cross-section
max. line pressure in bar g
20/190 50/80* 70/100*
20/340 40/65* 58/65*
steam compressed air
25/400 35 35
For cold condensate the flow rate is higher because of medium temperature and density.
■ For the model WO-1513-(N), remove the transport sefety device
(see Picture 4) before start-up and replace it with the control screw provided.
■ For the model EF-1518-(N), remove the fuse wire completely before start up.
A operation only on the four feets is not allowed.
Picture 4
*special control on request
100
1000
10000
0,1 1 10 100
Flow rate in kg/h
Pressure difference in bar (with reference to atmospheric pressure)
60000
Max. operating pressure (bar g) 120 107 90 74 65
Max. operating temperature (°C) 100 200 300 400 490
with screws made of A193 Gr. B8M with screws made of 21CrMoV57

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4 Start-Up
Shut off the housing on both sides during strength tests with PT pressure.
The float-controlled unit is only suitable up to PS pressure value or alternative PT value shown in brackets according name plate.
The lower value is max. allowable pressure. A pressure test with design pressure (PT) will destroy the float.
The pressure build-up and heating-up of the housing should not take place abruptly. If leakage is detected after the first
inspection, the screws (4 / 5 / 6 / 13) can be fixed under consideration of the given torque moments, as given in Section 6.5.
The screws can only be tightened on when the housing is unpressurized and at room temperature.
5 Observation and control
The function’s failure can be observed either as condensate blockage or as gas/ steam leakage.
■Condensate blockage can be determined by a): loosen the control screw (4 or 13) for a quarter rotation, while no con-
densate leakage should occur; and by b): a surface thermometer on the housing for steam applications (if necessary, please
consult with Rifox).
■Gas / steam leakage: can be determined by an ultrasonic measuring device, and for steam applications by a surface
thermometer. In case of steam leakage, open the condensate trap according to Section 6.1. Make sure that float can be easily
moved. If necessary, disassemble and clean the float control assembly (7). If damages/ wears are detected on parts or on the
sealing surface, the complete float control assembly (7) should be replaced.
6 Maintenance / Inspection
6.1 Opening the steam trap and dismantling the float control
6.1.1 Float control unit with spherical float
■ The steam trap has to be depressurized. Shut off the system securely in
front of and behind the steam trap.
■ Release any remaining pressure in the housing by loosening the control
screw (4/13) by only a quarter turn.
■Dismantle the steam trap from the pipeline system. Loosen the flange
connections and lift out of the pipeline carefully and place on the floor.
Attention: The condensate trap weights from 298 up to 312 kg depending
on the connection sizes. Lifting device is required.
■Loosen the housing screws (5) evenly crosswise. Put down the housing
cover (3). Attention: the housing cover weights about 25-32 kg.
Special
Screws
Bushing
■The float control unit is dismantled with a centering aid that is inserted in the bushing provided with 2 slots. By turning
counterclockwise (3-4 turns) the bushing is screwed out of the control support body (8). The control unit is detached from
the seat cone by means of gentle blows with a hammer on the front end of centering aid.
■Screw out the bushing completely.
■Remove float control unit (7) through the cover opening.
6.1.2 Float control unit with oval float
■The steam trap has to be depressurized. Shut off the system securely in front of and behind the steam trap.
■Release any remaining pressure in the housing by loosening the control screw (4/13) by only a quarter turn.
■Dismantle the steam trap from the pipeline system. Loosen the flange connections and lift out of the pipeline carefully and
place on the floor.
Attention: The condensate trap weights from 298 up to 312 kg depending on the connection sizes. Lifting device is required.
■Loosen the housing screws (5) evenly crosswise. Put down the housing cover (3). Attention: the housing cover weights
about 25-32 kg.
■Loosen the screws between float and fork by using a flat ring spanner.
■Remove the screws and the spring washer.
■Turn the oval float inside the housing and lift it out vertically.
■If only the float has to be replaced, continue with section 6.3.2 point 3.

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6.4 Care and maintenance
■In the case of a great risk of dirt accumulation, the housing, when it is depressurized, should be rinsed thoroughly from
time to time. If necessary, the float control assembly (7) should also be checked according to Section 6.2.
■The dirt, which has been accumulated in the housing, can be removed away by screwing off the screw plug (6).
■For special applications, it is advisable to install a separate upstream strainer.
■The float control assembly (7) usually does not to be special maintained. The maintenance depends primarily on the wear
resistance of the valve gasket. See Section 6.1 and 6.2.
6.2 Disassembling, cleaning and assembling the float control (Picture 6)
■After removing the cotter pin (p), the rotary valve (v) can be simply pulled out
to the side.
■Clean the parts using, for example, benzine.
■Check the rotary valve (v) for wear along the sealing edge. If wear is detected,
the support body (b) together with the rotary valve (v) must be replaced. The
thorough leakage test must be carried out by RIFOX.
■During assembly ensure that the notch in the rotary valve (v) points to the
punch mark on the support body (b) and the cotter pin (p) is inserted and secured
again carefully.
■It must be possible to move the float up and down easily by hand.
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Picture 6
■The supporting body with fork is dismantled with a centering aid that is inserted in the bushing provided with 2 slots. By
turning counterclockwise (3-4 turns), the bushing is screwed out of the control support body (8). The control is detached from
the seat cone by means of gentle blows with a hammer on the front end of centering aid.
■Screw out the bushing completely.
■Remove supporting body with fork through the cover opening.
6.3 Installation of the float control unit and assemble the steam trap
6.3.1 Float control unit with spherical float
■The complete float control assembly (7) is inserted into the conical housing seat with the support body. Ensure the tube is
positioned vertically downwards.
■Screw in the bushing into the control support body (b) and tighten with the centering aid described in Section 6.1.
■Check the housing gasket (2), replace if it is damaged.
■Put on the housing cover (3).
■Tighten the housing screws (5) evenly crosswise. Tightening torque according to Section 6.5.
6.3.2 Float control unit with oval float
■The supporting body, float fork and rotary slide valve assembly is inserted into the conical housing seat with the support
body. Ensure the tube is positioned vertically downwards.
■Screw in the bushing into the control support body (b) and tighten with the centering aid described in Section 6.1.
■Insert the oval float vertically into the housing. Turn the oval float inside the housing to have the connection points of the
float fork and the float are aligned. The filling nipple of the oval float should point towards the housing opening.
■Attach the connecting elements (screws and spring washer) by hand and tighten with a flat ring spanner.
■Check the housing gasket (2), replace if it is damaged.
■Put on the housing cover (3).
■Tighten the housing screws (5) evenly crosswise. Tightening torque according to Section 6.5.

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6.5 Tightening torque
6.6 Spare parts
Only original spare parts can be used.
Picture 7: Model WO-1513 Picture 8: Model EF-1518
Position Part Name Tightening Torque (Nm)
4 Control screw, G½“
(21CrMo5-7) 105 (A193 Gr.B8M) 130
5 Housing screw
120
6 Screw plug, G¾“ 220
13 Control screw, G¼““ 35
Pos. Designation Material
1Housing 16Mo3
2Housing gasket 1.4571+Graphite
3Housing cover 16Mo3
4Control screw 1.4571
EF: G 1/4“(BSP) or WO: G 1/2“(BSP)]
5Housing screws 21CrMoV5-7 / 24CrMo5 / 1.4571
6 Screw plug DIN 910 - A4 - G 3/4“ (BSP)
7Float control assembly stainless steel
8Supporting body assembly stainless steel
9Float 1.4571
10 Bush 1.4571
11 Gasket 1.4571+Graphite
12 Gasket 1.4571+Graphite
13 Control screw 1.4571
G 1/4“(BSP) or G 1/2“(BSP)]
14 Gasket 1.4571+Graphite
7 Conformity assessment
The pressure equipment described is a vessel in accordance with the Pressure Vessel Directive 2014/68/EU.
DN50 / DN80 / DN100: Conformity verified through the identifying mark: CE 0525.
A detailed declaration of conformity assessment according to PED is available as separate document. Please request if
necessary, if not attached.
Model 1513/1518 made of 16Mo3 is not applicable for media of fluid group