Steam traps Ball float
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How to order Example: 1 off Spirax Sarco DN40 FT54H-4.5 ball float steam trap with carbon steel body and cover. Flanged connections to EN 1092 PN40. Trap to be fitted with the optional balance and drain connections. Note: If the product has the optional steam lock release fitted the nomenclature would be FT54-4.5-C.
Safety information Pressure
Before attempting any maintenance on the trap, consider what is or may have been in the pipeline. Ensure that any pressure is isolated and safely vented to atmospheric pressure before attempting to maintain the steam trap. This is easily achieved by fitting Spirax Sarco depressurisation valves type DV (see separate literature for details). Do not assume that the system is depressurised even when a pressure gauge indicates zero. Temperature Allow time for temperature to normalise after isolation to avoid the danger of burns and consider whether protective clothing (including safety glasses) is required. Caution: The cover gasket and main valve assembly gasket may contain a thin stainless steel support ring which may cause physical injury if it is not handled and disposed of carefully. Installation The trap is designed for installation with the float arm in a horizontal plane so that it rises and falls vertically, ideally with a drop leg immediately preceding the trap. Suitable isolation valves must be installed to allow for safe maintenance/replacement. Remove all protective caps prior to installation. Open isolation valves slowly and check for leaks. Where steam traps are fitted in exposed conditions, the possibility of freezing damage may be reduced by thermal insulation/draining/isolation. Maintenance Maintenance can be completed with the trap in the pipeline, once the safety procedures have been observed. It is recommended that new gaskets and spares are used whenever maintenance is undertaken. Ensure that the correct tools and necessary protective equipment are used at all times. When maintenance is complete open isolation valves slowly and check for leaks. See IM-P603-03 for further details.
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Disposal No ecological hazard is anticipated with the disposal of this product provided due care is taken.
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FT54 Carbon Steel Ball Float Steam Trap with Flanged Connections
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