Rifox 1216 User manual

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Model: 1216
Model: 1216-N
Model: 1217
Model: 1217-N
Float-Controlled Condensate Trap, PN 40 / Class 300
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-1216
Model WO-1216-N
Picture 2: Model EF-1217
Model EF-1217-N
1Housing cover 8Float control assembly
2Housing gasket 9Supporting body assembly
3Housing 10 Float
4Control screw 11 Holding screw for float control assembly
5Gasket 12 Housing screws
6Screw plug 13 Control screw
7Gasket 14 Gasket

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1000
10000
0,1 1 10
Flow rate in kg/h
Pressure difference in bar (with reference to atmospheric pressure)
40000
25
2.2 Operation limits of housing material (Design)
For Model WO-1216and EF-1217
acc. to DIN EN 1092-1:
max. operating pressure (bar g) 40 37 33 27 23
max. operating temperature (°C) -10/20 100 200 300 400
acc. to ANSI 16.5:
max. operating pressure (bar g) 50484538 32
max. operating temperature (°C) -29/38 100 200300 400
* only with screw material A4-70/ 1,4571/ 1.4104
2.3 Function limit of control unit
Cross Section
max. line pressure in barg
Steam Compressed air
20/190 12 / 22* 12 / 28*
20/340 8 / 14* 8 / 17*
20/412 8 / 14* 8 / 17*
*Special design with ovalfloat
2.4 Discharge capacity
1000
10000
0,1 1 10
Flow rate in kg/h
Pressure difference in bar (with reference to atmospheric pressure)
50000
30
Picture 3 Picture 4
For Model WO-1216and EF-1217:For Model WO-1216-N and EF-1217-N:
For the cold condensate the discharge capacity is
higher because of medium temperature and density.
For the hot condensate the discharge capacity is
lower because of medium temperature and density.
For Model WO-1216-N and EF-1217-N acc. to DIN EN 1092-1:
1.4571:
max. operating pressure (bar g) 40 37 33 31
max. operating temperature (°C) -60/100 200 300 400
1.4541:
max. operating pressure (bar g) 40 35 31 29
max. operating temperature (°C) -10/100 200 300 400
acc. to ANSI16.5:
max. operating pressure (bar g) 50 39 34 32
max. operating temperature (°C) -29/38 200 300 400

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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
■In order to get proper function, the non-condensable gas must be able to leave the housing. Due to the vertical installation,
the non-condensable gas is able to leave the housing and flows into the steam/gas chamber above it, which has the same
pressure level. If the self-venting through the pipe must be extended, the control screw (4) can be replaced by a cutting ring
screw bolt and a compensation line can be installed leading upwards.
2.7 Automatic venting
■In the case of steam applications, automatic venting must be provided (vent jet).
2.8 Gastight ander-level float control (only for gas applications)
■For gas applications, a gastight ander-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 con-
densate trap.
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 / 6 / 12 / 13) can be fixed ander 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 (8). If damages/ wears are detected on parts or on the
sealing surface, the complete float control assembly (8) should be replaced.

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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) 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 70 up to 78kg depending on the connection sizes. Lifting device is required.
■Loosen the housing screws (12) evenly crosswise. Put down the housing cover (1). Attention: the housing cover weights
about 9 kg.
■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 (9). 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 (8) 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) 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 70 up to 78kg depending on the connection sizes. Lifting device is required.
■Loosen the housing screws (12) evenly crosswise. Put down the housing cover (1). Attention: the housing cover weights
about 9 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.
■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 (9). 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.
6.2 Disassembling, cleaning and assembling the float control (Picture 5)
■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.
bpv
Picture 5

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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 (8) 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 (1).
■Tighten the housing screws (12) 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 (1).
■Tighten the housing screws (12) evenly crosswise. Tightening torque according to Section 6.5.
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 (8) 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 (8) 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.
6.5 Tightening torque
Position Part Name
Tightening Torque (Nm)
Soft iron 1.4571PTFE-Spec.
4 Control screw 12012580
6 Screw plug 120 12580
11 Holding screw 280 ( no Gasket)
12 Housing screw 40 40 35
13 Control screw 25 2520

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6.6 Spare parts
Only original spare parts can be used.
Picture 6: Model WO-1216
Model WO-1216-N
Picture 7: Model EF-1217
Model EF-1217-N
Pos. Part Name Model 1216/ 1217Model 1216-N / 1217-N
1Housing cover P265GH (P235GH-TC1; P250GH) 1.4571
2Housing gasket Soft iron / PTFE-spec. (optional) PTFE-spec. / 1.4571
3Housing P235GH-TC1 / P250GH / P265GH 1.4571
4Control screw G 1/2" (BSP) - 5.8
G 1/4" ( BSP) - 1.4104
G 1/2“ (BSP) - A4
G 1/4“ ( BSP) - 1.4571
5Gasket Soft iron / PTFE-spec. (optional) PTFE-spec. / 1.4571
6Screw plug DIN 910 - 5.8 - G 1/2" (BSP) DIN 910 - A4 - G 1/2“ (BSP)
7Gasket Soft iron / PTFE-spec. (optional) PTFE-spec. / 1.4571
8Float control assembly 1.4112/ 1.4057/ 1.4301
or complete 1.4571 1.4571
9Supporting body assembly 1.4112/ 1.4057/ 1.4301
or complete 1.4571 1.4571
10 Float 1.4301 or 1.4571 1.4301 or 1.4571
11 Holding screw for float control
assembly 1.4571 1.4571
12 Housing screws DIN 939 / ISO 4032 - 21CrMoV5-7 - M 12DIN 939 / ISO 4032 - 21CrMoV5-7 - M 12
13 Control screw G 1/2" (BSP) - 5.8
G 1/4" ( BSP) - 1.4104
G 1/2“ (BSP) - A4
G 1/4“ ( BSP) - 1.4571
14 Gasket Soft iron / PTFE-spec. (optional) PTFE-spec. / 1.4571
7 Conformity assessment
The pressure equipment described is a pressure-keeping component in accordance with the
Pressure Vessel Directive 2014/68/EU.
DN50 / DN65: 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.