TLV PowerTrap GP10F User manual

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GP10F
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Contents
Introduction ...........................................................................2
Safety Considerations...........................................................3
General Description ..............................................................5
Application ..................................................................................................................5
Operation ..............................................................................6
Specifications........................................................................7
Configuration.........................................................................7
Installation.............................................................................8
Open System* Piping (Steam System Example).........................................................8
Installation Procedure .................................................................................................9
Sizing the Condensate Receiver/Reservoir...............................................................12
Installing Several PowerTrap Units in Parallel...........................................................16
Installation and Maintenance Space...................................17
Operation and Periodic Inspection......................................18
Operation..................................................................................................................18
Periodic Inspection and Diagnosis ............................................................................19
Disassembly/Reassembly...................................................21
Recommended Tools List for Disassembly/Reassembly...........................................22
1. Removing/Reattaching the Cover Unit..................................................................23
2. Removing/Reattaching the Float...........................................................................24
3. Removing/Reattaching the Snap-action Unit.........................................................24
4. Removing/Reinstalling the Exhaust Valve.............................................................25
5. Removing/Reinstalling the Exhaust Valve Seat.....................................................25
6. Removing/Reinstalling the Motive Medium Intake Valve and Valve Seat ..............26
7. Checking/Adjusting the Gap between the Push Plate and the Motive Medium Intake
Valve......................................................................................................................27
Troubleshooting ..................................................................28
Determining the Problem from the Symptoms...........................................................28
Types of Failure and their Causes ............................................................................29
Causes and Corrective Measures.............................................................................30
Product Warranty ................................................................33
Service................................................................................34

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the TLV PowerTrap.
This product has been thoroughly inspected before being shipped from the
factory. When the product is delivered, before doing anything else, check the
specifications and external appearance to make sure nothing is out of the
ordinary. Also be sure to read this manual carefully before use and follow the
instructions to be sure of using the product properly.
If detailed instructions for special order specifications or options not contained in
this manual are required, please contact TLV for full details.
This instruction manual is intended for use with the model(s) listed on the front
cover. It is necessary not only for installation, but for subsequent maintenance,
disassembly/reassembly and troubleshooting. Please keep it in a safe place for
future reference.

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Safety Considerations
•Read this section carefully before use and be sure to follow the instructions.
•Installation, inspection, maintenance, repairs, disassembly, adjustment and valve
opening/closing should be carried out only by trained maintenance personnel.
•The precautions listed in this manual are designed to ensure safety and prevent
equipment damage and personal injury. For situations that may occur as a result of
erroneous handling, three different types of cautionary items are used to indicate the
degree of urgency and the scale of potential damage and danger: DANGER,
WARNING and CAUTION.
•The three types of cautionary items above are very important for safety: be sure to
observe all of them as they relate to installation, use, maintenance and repair.
Furthermore, TLV accepts no responsibility for any accidents or damage occurring as
a result of failure to observe these precautions.
Symbols
Indicates a DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION item.
DANGER
Indicates an urgent situation which poses a threat of death or serious
injury
WARNING
Indicates that there is a potential threat of death or serious injury
CAUTION
Indicates that there is a possibility of injury or equipment/product
damage
WARNING
NEVER apply direct heat to the float.
The float may explode due to increased internal pressure, causing
accidents leading to serious injury or damage to property and equipment.
CAUTION
Install properly and DO NOT use this product outside the
recommended operating pressure, temperature and other
specification ranges.
Improper use may result in such hazards as damage to the product or
malfunctions that may lead to serious accidents. Local regulations may
restrict the use of this product to below the conditions quoted.
Use hoisting equipment for heavy objects (weighing
approximately 20 kg (44 lb) or more).
Failure to do so may result in back strain or other injury if the object
should fall.
Take measures to prevent people from coming into direct contact
with product outlets.
Failure to do so may result in burns or other injury from the discharge
of fluids.
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CAUTION
When disassembling or removing the product, wait until the
internal pressure equals atmospheric pressure and the surface of
the product has cooled to room temperature.
Disassembling or removing the product when it is hot or under
pressure may lead to discharge of fluids, causing burns, other injuries
or damage.
Be sure to use only the recommended components when
repairing the product, and NEVER attempt to modify the product
in any way.
Failure to observe these precautions may result in damage to the
product and burns or other injury due to malfunction or the discharge of
fluids.
Do not use excessive force when connecting threaded pipes to
the product.
Over-tightening may cause breakage leading to fluid discharge, which
may cause burns or other injury.
Use only under conditions in which no freeze-up will occur.
Freezing may damage the product, leading to fluid discharge, which
may cause burns or other injury.
Use only under conditions in which no water hammer will occur.
The impact of water hammer may damage the product, leading to fluid
discharge, which may cause burns or other injury.
Take measures to ensure the proper handling, such as recovery
or dilution, of hazardous fluids discharged at product outlets.
Outflow of fluid or fluid leaks may lead to hazards such as flammable
conditions or corrosion, which may result in injury, fires, damage or
other accidents.