
IM-P023-55 ST Issue 38
3. Installation
Note: Before actioning any installation observe the 'Safety Information' in Section 1.
Referring to the Installation and Maintenance Instructions, body markings, name-plate (if fitted)
and Technical Information Sheet, check that the product is suitable for the intended installation.
3.1 Check materials, pressure and temperature and their maximum values. If the maximum
operating limit of the product is lower than that of the system in which it is being fitted,
ensure a safety device is included in the system to prevent overpressurisation.
3.2 Determine the correct installation situation and the direction of fluid flow.
3.3 Remove protective covers from all connections.
3.4 The separators may be lagged if required.
Important installation note
for the S1, S2, S3, S12 & S13 separators:
Install in a horizontal pipeline with the drain directly below. To ensure that any
separated liquid is drained away quickly, a suitable liquid drainer or steam trap must
be connected to the drain.
3.5 Installation for the S5 and S6
Install in a horizontal pipeline with the drain directly below.
To ensure that any separated liquid is drained quickly, a suitable liquid drainer or steam trap
must be connected to the drain connection. A float type trap is recommended.
For those steam systems where air can be present, air can collect in the upper portion of the
separator. In this situation a suitable air vent should be connected to the air vent connection.
If an air vent is not being fitted then the connection must have the plastic transit protection plug
removed and must have a carbon steel class 3000 lb plug fitted.
3.6 Installation for the S7 and S8
Install in a horizontal pipeline with the drain directly below. All sizes are fitted with support
brackets which can be used to minimise piping loads. Each bracket has two drilled holes.
To ensure that any separated liquid is drained quickly, a suitable liquid drainer or steam trap
must always be connected to the drain connection. A float type trap is recommended.
For those steam systems where air can be present, air can collect in the upper portion of the
separator. In this situation a suitable air vent should be connected to the air vent connection.
If an air vent is not being fitted then the connection must have the plastic transit protection plug
removed and a carbon steel class 3000 Ib plug fitted.
4. Commissioning
After installation or maintenance, ensure that the system is fully functioning. Carry out tests on
any alarms or protective devices.
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