TLV LV6-P Clean Steam Thermostatic Steam Trap Instruction Manual

Clean Steam Trap
LV6-CE / LV6-SF / LV6-P / LV6-EP

TLV.co,LTD
Manufacturer
881 Nagasuna, Noguchi, Kakogawa, Hyogo, 675-8511, Japan
Tel: [81]-(0)79-422-1122 Fax: [81]-(0)79-422-0112
Copyright © 2021 by TLV CO., LTD.
All rights reserved.
TLV CORPORATION

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the TLV clean steam trap.
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.
This clean steam trap is of a revolutionary design that employs a high- performance X-element. This is a new type of valve mechanism in which a thermoliquid is sealed inside the X-element and the valve opens or closes based on the difference between the saturation temperatures of the thermoliquid and the water.
The X-element is very sensitive to changes in temperature and responds with great accuracy, quickly discharging air and the large quantities of condensate created immediately after operation start-up, thereby greatly reducing start- up time. It also reacts with great sensitivity to the inflow of large quantities of condensate and hot air during operation, thus preventing air- binding.
The above-listed superior features of the X-element employed in this clean steam trap help to increase heating efficiency and reduce manpower requirements for maintenance and bypass blowdown.
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 the 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 that 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
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.
Take measures to prevent people from coming into direct contact with product outlets.
Failure to do so may result in burns or another injury from the discharge of fluids.
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 the 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 another injury due to malfunction or the discharge of fluids.
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 another injury.
Use only under conditions in which no water hammer will occur. The impact of a water hammer may damage the product, leading to fluid discharge, which may cause burns or another injury.

Checking the Piping

CAUTION
Use only under conditions in which no water hammer will occur. The impact of a water hammer may damage the product, leading to fluid discharge, which may cause burns or another injury.
Check to make sure that the pipes to be connected to the product have been installed properly.

1. Is the pipe diameter suitable?
2. Has sufficient space been secured for maintenance?
3. Have maintenance valves been installed at the inlet and outlet? If the outlet is subject to back pressure, has a check valve been installed?
4. Is the inlet pipe as short as possible, with as few bends as possible, and installed so the liquid will flow naturally down into the trap?
5. Is there any vibration in the piping?

Operation

Principles of air and condensate discharge:

1. Start-up air and cold condensate discharge
   When the system is cold before the supply of steam, the X-element is in its contracted state and the valve is open. This allows for the rapid discharge of large quantities of air and cold condensate through the open valve, thus reducing start-up time.

2. Closed position
   When the discharge of initial air and cold condensate is completed, steam flows into the trap. This raises the temperature of the interior of the trap, causing the thermoliquid inside the X-element to expand. The valve remains open as the temperature inside the trap approaches the inlet steam pressure’s saturation temperature. When the temperature reaches a point slightly below the saturation temperature, the valve closes.

3. Condensate discharge
   With the influx of condensate, the X-element is cooled, causing the valve to immediately open and discharge the condensate. Additionally, the X-element responds with great sensitivity to the temperature difference of air that is close to saturation temperature and discharges the air rapidly.

Specifications

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 which may lead to serious accidents. Local regulations may restrict the use of this product to below the conditions quoted.
CAUTION
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 another injury.
Refer to the product nameplate for detailed specifications.

• Maximum allowable pressure (PMA) and maximum allowable temperature (TMA) are PRESSURE SHELL DESIGN CONDITIONS, NOT OPERATING CONDITIONS.
  ** C No. (Charge/Mill No.) is displayed for products with options. This item is omitted when there are no options.

Configuration

NOTE: The direction of the inlet flow must be from the top.

Installation

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 which may lead to serious accidents. Local regulations may restrict the use of this product to below the conditions quoted.
CAUTION
Take measures to prevent people from coming into direct contact with product outlets. Failure to do so may result in burns or another injury from the discharge of fluids.
Installation, inspection, maintenance, repairs, disassembly, adjustment, and valve opening/closing should be carried out only by trained maintenance personnel.

1. Before installation, be sure to remove all protective seals.
2. Before installing the product, blow out the inlet piping to remove any piping scraps, dirt, and oil. Close the inlet valve after blowdown.
3. Install the product vertically with the inlet at the top and the outlet at the bottom with the arrow on the body pointing in the direction of flow.
4. Install condensate outlet piping.
5. The outlet pipe should lead to a safe place such as a drainage vessel, pit, etc. Make sure the end of the pipe is above the water level, so that dirt and water cannot be sucked up by vacuum when the system shuts down.
6. Open the inlet and outlet valves and check to make sure that the product functions properly.
7. After the steam has passed through the piping, allow the trap to cool and then further tighten the clamp.
8. Open the inlet valve again for normal operation.

If there is a problem, determine the cause using the “Troubleshooting” section in this manual.

Maintenance

CAUTION
Take measures to prevent people from coming into direct contact with product outlets. Failure to do so may result in burns or another injury from the discharge of fluids.
CAUTION
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 or burns or another injury due to malfunction or the discharge of fluids.
Operational Check
A visual inspection of the following items should be done on a daily basis to determine whether the product is operating properly or has failed. Periodically the operation should also be checked by using diagnostic equipment such as a stethoscope, thermometer, TLV Pocket TrapMan or TLV Chapman.
If the product should fail, it may cause damage to piping and equipment, resulting in faulty or low-quality products or losses due to steam leakage.
Normal: During either intermittent or continual condensate discharge flash steam is discharged and the sound of flow can be heard.
Blocked: No condensate is discharged. The trap is quiet, making no noise, and the surface temperature of the trap is low.
(Discharge Impossible)
Blowing: Live steam continually flows from the outlet and there is a continuous metallic sound.
Steam Leakage:  Live steam is discharged through the trap outlet together with condensate, accompanied by a high-pitched sound.
Parts Inspection
When parts have been removed, or during periodic inspections, use the following table to inspect the parts and replace any that are found to be defective.
Procedure Gasket: Check for warping or damage
X-element valve area and valve seat area of the body: Check for scratches, foreign matter, or oil film
Body Interior: Check for build-up, oil film, scratches, and wear

Disassembly/Reassembly

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 the discharge of fluids, causing burns, other injuries or damage.

CAUTION
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 or burns or another injury due to malfunction or the discharge of fluids.

Use the following procedures to remove components. Use the same procedures in reverse to reassemble. (Installation, inspection, maintenance, repairs, disassembly, adjustment and valve opening/closing should be carried out only by trained maintenance personnel.)

Disassembly/Reassembly of Upper and Lower Bodies

and tighten the wing nut to the proper torque; open inlet valve and allow live steam to  enter and heat the trap, then close the inlet valve; after the internal and atmospheric pressures have equalized and the trap  surface has cooled, tighten the wing nut to the proper torque again; Steam may leak if the wing nut is not re-tightened
Upper Body, Lower Body| Take apart, being careful not to scratch the gasket sealing surfaces| Reattach, being careful not to scratch the gasket sealing surfaces
Gasket| Remove the gasket and clean the sealing surfaces| Replace with a new gasket if damaged

Removing/Reassembling Parts Inside Lower Body

making sure that the X-element is right-sideup, insert straight down into the guide-part of the lower body, making sure it does not catch on the sides

Table of Tightening Torques

Part Name| Torque Nm  (lbf·ft)| Distance Across Flats

mm (in)

---|---|---
Wing Nut| 8.0 (5.9)|

_

(1 Nm 10 kg-cm)

Exploded View

Troubleshooting

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 the discharge of fluids, causing burns, other injuries, or damage.

If the product fails to operate properly, use the following table to locate the cause and remedy.

body
The trap operating pressure exceeds the maximum specified pressure or there is an insufficient pressure differential between the trap inlet and outlet| Compare specifications and actual operating conditions
Steam is discharged or leaks from the outlet
(blowing) (steam
leakage)| There is a build-up of rust or scale between the X-element valve and valve seat on the lower body| Clean parts
The X-element valve and/or the valve seat on the lower body are damaged| Replace with a new X-element and/or replace with new lower body
The X-element is broken| Replace with a new X-element
Improper installation| Correct the installation
| Trap vibration| Lengthen the inlet piping and fasten it securely
Steam is leaking
from a place other than the outlet| Gasket deterioration or damage| Replace with a new gasket
Improper tightening torque was used on the clamp bolt and nut
Tighten to the proper torque
The piping has been forcibly joined using a coupling with the incorrect bore| Correct the piping

Option (2-piece Clamp with Bolts and Nuts)

Configuration

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 the discharge of fluids, causing burns, other injuries, or damage.

CAUTION
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 or burns or another injury due to malfunction or the discharge of fluids.

Use the procedures on the following page to remove components. Use the same procedures in reverse to reassemble. (Installation, inspection, maintenance, repairs, disassembly, adjustment, and valve opening/closing should be carried out only by trained maintenance personnel.)

Disassembly/Reassembly of Upper and Lower Bodies

onto the clamp bolt, the direction of the clamp nut must be like that shown in the “Exploded View” section on the next page.
Consult the table of tightening torques and tighten clamp nuts to the proper torque; avoid lopsided tightening by making sure that both sides are tightened evenly; open inlet valve and allow live steam to enter and heat the trap, then close the inlet valve; after the internal and atmospheric pressure have equalized and the trap surface has cooled, tighten clamp nuts to the proper torque again; Steam may leak if clamp nuts are not re-tightened
Upper Body, Lower Body| Take apart, being careful not to scratch the gasket sealing surfaces| Reattach, being careful not to scratch the gasket sealing surfaces
Gasket| Remove the gasket and clean the sealing surfaces| Replace with a new gasket if damaged

Removing/Reassembling Parts Inside Lower Body

making sure that the X-element is right-side-up, insert straight down into the guide-part of the lower body, making sure it does not catch on the sides

Table of Tightening Torques.

Part Name| N•m| Torque
(Ibf•ft)| Distance Across Flats
mm (in)
---|---|---|---
Clamp Bolt, Clamp Nut| 8.0| (6.)| 13

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Exceptions to Warranty
This warranty does not cover defects or failures caused by:

1. improper shipping, installation, use, handling, etc., by other than TLV or service
   representatives authorized by TLV; or

2. dirt, scale or rust, etc.; or

3. improper disassembly and reassembly, or inadequate inspection and maintenance by other than TLV or service  representatives authorized by TLV; or

4. disasters or forces of nature or Acts of God; or

5. abuse, abnormal use, accidents or any other cause beyond the control of TLV; or

6. improper storage, maintenance or repair; or

7. operation of the Products not in accordance with instructions issued with the Products or with accepted industry practices; or

8. use for a purpose or in a manner for which the Products were not intended; or

9. use of the Products in a manner inconsistent with the Specifications; or

10. use of the Products with Hazardous Fluids (fluids other than steam, air, water, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and inert gases (helium, neon, argon, krypton, xenon, and radon)); or

11. failure to follow the instructions contained in the TLV Instruction Manual for the Product.

Duration of Warranty
This warranty is effective for a period of the earlier of: (i) three (3) years after delivery of Products to the first end-user in the case of sealed SST- Series Products for use in steam pressure service up to 650 PSIG; (ii) two (2) years after delivery of Products to the first end-user in the case of PowerTrap® units; or (iii) one (1) year after delivery of Products to the first end-user in the case of all other Products. Notwithstanding the foregoing, asserting a claim under this warranty must be brought by the earlier of one of the foregoing periods, as applicable, or within five (5) years after the date of delivery to the initial buyer if not sold initially to the first end-user.
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Severability
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