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Installation
2583703_EN_1608
Nortec GS
5.3
Site Requirements
In preparation for installation of the Nortec GS humidifier ensure that the following site requirements are
satisfied. Report any discrepancies to the site engineer.
Steam and Condensate Lines
The location of the Nortec GS humidifier is largely dependent on the location of the steam distributor,
the exhaust vent pipe and the air intake pipe. To minimize heat loss through the steam line, choose
the location of the humidifier so that it is as close as possible to the steam distributor.
Keep the length of the steam line as short as possible. When possible, install the humidifier below
the steam distributor. Make sure that the selected location permits proper routing of steam and
condensate lines. Refer to
"Best Practices for Installing Steam and Condensate Lines" on page 30
for details.
Mounting
The space in which the humidifier is to be installed must allow adequate clearances for ease of
maintenance, and must be easily accessible for servicing. Refer to
"Clearances" on page 20
for the
required and suggested clearances. Adhere to all local and national installation codes. Nortec is not
responsible for any installation code violations.
The Nortec GS humidifier is designed to be floor-mounted, with the exception of the GS 50/100 unit
which comes with a floor stand that also converts to mounting bracket for wall-mounting. The GS 150-
600 units can also be mounted on an optional floor stand. The floor must be level if mounting the
unit on the floor. If wall-mounting the compact unit, choose a wall or other suitable vertical surface
that offers a sufficiently high load-bearing capacity – refer to maximum operating weight in
Table 11
on page 21
for weights. In addition, the mounting surface must be able to withstand temperatures
of 140-158 °F (60-70 °C) that can be generated during operation of the humidifier. Care must also
be taken to ensure that the unit is not mounted above sensitive equipment or walkways.
Do not mount the humidifier on wooden floors, carpeting or near combustible materials. Adhere to
all local and national installation codes.
Do not mount the humidifier on vibrating surfaces, or near hot surfaces or surfaces that can freeze.
The Nortec GS humidifier must be installed in a drip-proof location within buildings, where the ambi
-
ent temperature is 41-104 °F (5-40 °C) and the relative humidity is 5-80% (non-condensing). The
selected location must also protect all electrical components in the humidifier from water damage.
Water Supply
The water supply to the humidifier must be cold potable drinking water or demineralized water, with
a flow rate of 2.6 gpm (10 L/min) for Nortec GS 50-300 unit or 5.3 gpm (20 L/min) for Nortec GS
450/600 unit. The water quality requirements are listed in
Table 6
.
Table 6:
Water Quality Requirements
Water Type
Hardness
gpg (PPM)
Alkalinity (pH)
Chloride (PPM)
Potable
0-15 (0-256)
5-8
0-50
Treated
0-0.99 (0-17)
5-8
0-50
The water supply line to the humidifier must have a minimum diameter of 1/2 in (13 mm) with a 1/2 in
NPT female end. The line must also have a shutoff valve and a union fitting for ease of maintenance.
The water supply should be filtered to 5 μm (optional, but recommended) and pressure regulated to
30-80 psig (207-550 kPa). If necessary, a surge arrestor should be installed if pressure surges occur.
For best performance, water temperature should be 34-59 °F (1-15°C), and maximum temperature
must not exceed 77 °F (25 °C).
The piping material must be pressure-proof and certified for use with drinking water
systems
. If using
demineralized water, the piping must be made of either plastic or stainless steel (minimum DIN 1.4301).
The water supply should be free of additives such as corrosion inhibitors, disinfectants, etc., which
may affect the performance of the humidifier.
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