MIYAWAKI DC1 Balanced Pressure Thermostatic Steam Trap User Manual

BALANCED PRESSURE
THERMOSTATIC STEAM TRAP
DC1
USER’S MANUAL

SAFETY GUIDE

The Model DC1 is a balanced pressure thermostatic steam trap equipped with a membrane capsule (thermo element).
The steam trap discharges the condensate automatically at a temperature 5°C/9°F (capsule H) or 15°C/27°F (capsule L) below saturation temperature.
In order to get maximum benefit from this product, be sure to read this manual before installing it.
The following warnings and cautions are shown at appropriate places in this manual.
WARNING Failure to observe this type of precaution may lead to serious injury or death.
CAUTION Failure to follow this type of precaution can lead to injury or damage to equipment and property.

SPECIFICATIONS AND MARKINGS

WARNING
Be sure not to use this product at higher pressures than the specified maximum allowable pressure (PMA) or at temperatures higher than the specified maximum allowable temperature (TMA).
The following items are displayed on the name plate or the side of the product.
Check the operating characteristics to avoid misuse of the product.

1. Maximum allowable pressure (PMA): 2.1 MPa (305 psig)
2. Maximum allowable temperature (TMA): 220 °C (428 °F)
3. Maximum operating pressure (PMO): 2.1 MPa (305 psig)
4. Maximum operating temperature (TMO): 220 °C (428 °F)
5. Size: 8 – 25 mm (1/4” – 1”)
6. Year of production: The two leftmost digits in the four-digit or nine-digit “S. No.” are the last two digits of the year of production.
7. Flow direction: Shown by an arrow
8. Body material: Stainless steel SCS13A
9. Model: Showing the product model name

• Some pictures and illustrations in this manual are examples of DC1 models. For more details regarding dimensions and other specifications, please refer to the catalog.

The model DC1 fully complies with the requirements of the European Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU. It is classified according to Article 4, Section 3 of the  PED, which does not allow to bear the CE marking.

CONSTRUCTION DETAILS

INSTALLATION

WARNING
Pay very careful attention when working in hazardous environments. There is a risk of explosion and the possibility of dangerous gases leaking. Always check whether the pipeline contains flammable, high pressure or high temperature materials before starting to work.
Make sure that isolation valves are installed on both the upstream and downstream lines.
CAUTION
Before installing the product, open both isolation valves and the bypass valve, if one exists, to blow out any debris or dirt inside the pipeline. After blowing out the
line, before starting to work, close the isolation valves and allow time for the temperature to drop to a safe working temperature.
When installing the product, be sure to leave clearance for maintaining it.

1. Remove the dustproof seals covering both connections.
   Products shipped in plastic bags may not have dustproof seals.

2. Check the flow direction indicated on the body.

3. The DC1 can be used for both horizontal and vertical lines. However, be sure not to install it upside-down in a horizontal line, as it will cause the trap to malfunction.
   When installing a DC1 in a horizontal line, be sure to maintain a slight slope to the line, so that any condensate will flow smoothly to the trap.

4. Open the isolation valve on the upstream line slowly and make sure the product works normally.

OPERATION

CAUTION
Before starting operation, open the bypass valve or blow valve completely and blow off the scale in the piping.
4.1 Operation procedure

1. After blowing off the scale from the piping, close the bypass valve or blow valve.
2. Open the stop valve on the trap outlet side.
3. Open the stop valve on the trap inlet side.

4.2 Stop procedure

1. Close the stop valve on the trap inlet side.
2. Close the stop valve on the trap outlet side.

• When stopping for a long time, completely drain the condensate from the piping and trap and close the valves before and after the trap.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING
Before removing the trap from the pipe or disassembling it, be sure to close the isolation valves. Then, release the residual pressure from the trap body (make sure that the pressure in the main body is equal to the atmospheric pressure).
After it has fully cooled down (after the temperature of the main body has reached ambient temperature), confirm for safe conditions and then begin to work.
Even when the isolation valves are closed, there may be residual internal pressure due to leaks from the isolation valves. Therefore, be very careful.
CAUTION
When replacing parts, make sure the replacement parts are supplied by MIYAWAKI.
The performance of steam traps deteriorates gradually over time due to wear, corrosion or dirt accumulating around the valve and the valve seat. Please conduct periodic diagnosis of traps in order to keep steam control systems and equipment working well.
5.1 Tools for Diagnosis Steam Traps
Dr. Trap
Dr. Trap is a sophisticated steam trap management system for diagnosing steam traps automatically by measuring the vibration and temperature of the steam trap. Survey
results are stored in the testing equipment and transferred to a steam trap analysis software. The software aggregates and analyses steam trap survey data, identifying
faulty steam traps, providing steam loss and financial loss data, estimating CO2 emissions corresponding to leaking steam traps and providing many other analyze possibilities to manage the steam trap population easily.
Dr. Trap Jr.
Dr. Trap Jr. is an inexpensive and easily to handle steam trap diagnostic system consisting of an ultrasonic checker, temperature probe and a sophisticated analysis software. The software allows to determine the condition of a steam trap, to estimate steam and financial losses and the related CO2 emissions.
For more details, please, check our homepage: https://www.miyawaki.net/en/products/steam-trap-management-system or ask our local representative.
5.2 Repairs
When a trap fails, it is necessary to clean the internal parts and to replace damaged parts.
Take the failed trap apart following the steps below.
5.2.1 Disassembling the trap

1. Remove the cover bolts (9) and remove the cover (2) from the body (1).
2. Remove the stop spring (5) from the cover (2) and take out the membrane capsule (thermo element) (3). Then loosen and remove the valve seat (4).
3. Remove the cover gasket (8), seat gasket (7) and screen (6).

CAUTION
Clean the Body and Cover with care not to damage the sealing surface. Scratches on the sealing surface may cause steam leakage.
Take appropriate measures according to “6. Troubleshooting”. After cleaning the trap and replacing damaged parts, reassemble the parts in reverse order as follows. Refer to the torque table for each part.
5.2.2 Reassembling the trap

1. Attach the screen (6) to the body (1).
2. Attach the seat gasket (7) to the body (1) and screw the valve seat (4) into the body.
3. Put the membrane capsule (thermo element) (3) in the groove of the valve seat (4).
4. Install the stop spring (5) on the cover (2).

• Since the stop spring (5) is curved, fit it in the correct orientation as shown in the illustration. (The trap will not work properly if the stop spring (5) is installed in reverse.) 5. Mount the cover gasket (8) on the body (1), put the cover (2) on the body (1) and tighten the cover bolts (9).

Torque table

CAUTION
When reassembling always replace the gaskets (7) and (8) with new ones. Tighten the bolts (9) evenly crosswise.

TROUBLESHOOTING

conditions.
Reduce the inlet pressure or change to another trap with higher pressure capability.
A foreign object is caught between the valve of the membrane capsule (thermo element) (3) and the valve seat (4).| Close the inlet valve once, cool the trap, and then open the inlet valve. (Blow off) If the foreign  matter cannot be removed even after blow off,
disassemble and clean the membrane capsule (thermo element) (3) and valve seat (4). 1
The valve of the membrane capsule (thermo element) (3) and/or the valve seat (4) are damaged.| Replace the valve seat (4) and/or the membrane capsule (thermo element) (3) with new ones.
The membrane capsule (thermo element) (3) is
damaged.| Replace the membrane capsule (thermo element) (3).
Steam leaks from the body.| From the connection between the body and cover| The cover bolts (9) are loose.| Tighten the cover bolts (9). 2
The cover gasket (8) is damaged.| Replace the cover gasket (8).
Insufficient condensate discharged, or no
condensate discharged.| Dirt accumulated in the fluid passage of the body (1)| Clean the body (1).
Dirt has built up on or around the valve seat (4).| Clean the valve seat (4).
The screen (6) is clogged.| Clean the screen (6).
The membrane capsule (thermo element) (3) is
damaged.| Replace the membrane capsule (thermo element) (3).
Insufficient condensate capacity.| Replace the trap with a larger capacity trap.

1 and 2:
Refer to the torque tables in Section 5, “Maintenance” to retighten the parts with the correct torque.

WARRANTY

7.1 Warranty period
The warranty period is 18 months after shipment or 12 months after installation, whichever occurs first.
7.2 Details of the warranty
If the product stops working correctly within the warranty period, we will repair or replace the product free of charge if the cause of the trouble is not one of the following items.

1. The precautions described in this manual were not observed.
2. User’s errors or mistakes such as an inappropriate installation or incorrect handling, or an excessively large impact caused by dropping
3. Problems caused by devices or equipment other than MIYAWAKI’s, or a disallowed use environment
4. When a repair or modification has been performed by anyone other than MIYAWAKI or people who are authorized to make such repairs
5. Intrusion of salt or other substances that promote significant rust or corrosion or problems from fluids that contain the same substances
6. Consumable parts such as Packing, Gasket, O-ring, Diaphragm, etc.
7. Attachment or accumulation of foreign matter in the pipe, such as dust and scale
8. Problems from fires, natural disasters, or other force majeure which is not MIYAWAKI’s responsibility

7.3 Warranty limitation
The remedy available under the warranty shall not exceed the sales price of the products delivered, for any cause whatsoever.

SERIAL NUMBER (S. No.) DESIGNATION

The following 4-digit or 9-digit “S. No.” is displayed on the product.

• For 4-digit displayExample of serial number designation
  1 7 1 1→ Jan.1, 2017
  2 9 X M →Oct. 21, 2029

• For 9-digit display

Example of serial number designation
17112C020→ Jan., 2017
29X05M050 →Oct., 2029
Month designation system

Day designation system

GUIDANCE FOR READING SPECIAL PRODUCT NAME

Table 1 Symbol description

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  This user’s manual may not be reproduced or copied in whole or in part, without the written consent of MIYAWAKI INC.

• Some special specifications of the product you have, may found to be different from the ones in the user’s manual. If you have any question, please contact MIYAWAKI,
  our local authorized agent, or the company where you purchased the product.

• In the interest of the development and improvement of our products, MIYAWAKI Inc. reserves the right to change the specification of the products without prior notice.

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