STEAM | CONDENSATE (Kettles c/w SD Stands) |
All steam plumbing to and from the kettle and steam boiler should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected for dirt and debris before final connection to the kettle are made.
Generally, kettles require 1/2" i.p.s. pipe,
CONDENSATE (Kettles without SD Stands)
Maximum pressure rating on
A steam condensate trap must be plumbed to a drain, using minimum 1/2" NPT plumbing. The condensate line is limited to a maximum rise of 10 feet in order for the steam pressure to adequately force the condensate through the plumbing. Any higher rise requires a pump.
If the steam boiler to which this kettle is installed has a condensate return (closed loop system), a 1/2" steam strainer, a 1/2" steam trap, and a 1/2" check valve must be installed on the output (condensate) side of the kettle.
The stand comes factory plumbed so the condensate is connected to the stands drain manifold.
POTABLE WATER
The water faucet (optional on kettles purchased without SD stands) with swing spout, requires 1/2 inch O.D. copper tube plumbing for hot or cold water supplies to the faucet (SPK - cold water connection only, DPK - hot and cold water connection).
FINAL INSTALLATION CHECK
1.Partially fill the kettle with water.
2.Slowly turn the steam supply valve's knob to the open position.
3.Release the safety valve, ensuring that the steam escapes freely. Stay clear of steam exhaust when releasing the safety valve.
4.Observe that the water in the kettle comes to a boil.
5.Close the steam supply valve.
6.Drain off the water by tilting the kettle.
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CONDENSATE RETURN |
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CONDENSATE LINE |
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STRAINER | UNION | BALL |
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TO DRAIN (CONDENSATE RETURN PLUMBED TO 1 1/2" DRAIN MANIFOLD) |
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