Specifications

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3.8 Installation of Steam Hoses
NINETY PERCENT (90%) OF ALL OPERATION PROBLEMS ARE CREATED BY IMPROPER STEAM
PIPING FROM THE HUMIDIFIER UNIT TO THE DUCT DISTRIBUTOR PIPES. To avoid these problems,
remember one simple fact when running the steam hose: steam naturally flows up hill, and condensate
naturally flows down hill. Run the steam hose or piping to avoid any kinks, sharp elbows, or low spots that could
collect or restrict the flow of steam to the distributor pipe, or the flow of condensate back to the humidifier.
Support the hose adequately to avoid sags.
The following diagrams are to provide you with some guidelines. If you have a situation you are unsure of,
please contact the factory for instructions.
IMPORTANT: Maximum length of rubber steam hose
is 20 feet. Insulated copper tubing may be up to 40
feet. In all cases, minimize sharp bends and elbows – use 2-45° elbows instead of 90°s.