Nortec SAM-e - Manual (Page 43)

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Atmospheric SAM-e Condensate Drainage
1 SAM-e condensate outlet connection is male 3/4”-NPT.
2 Condensate from SAM-e must be plumbed to a P-trap. Trap must have center-to-center
height of at least 8”, or 2” more than duct static pressure, whichever is greater. Refer to
typical installation drawings.
3 Condensate from P-trap should drain into a funnel with air-gap prior to entering building
drain.
4 Condensate exits at 212°F (100°C). Local codes may require use of a drain water
cooler (Nortec part number 1710020 - electronic drain water cooler or 1710010 – self-
actuated drain water cooler). Refer to installation manual that accompanies drain water
cooler for plumbing details.
5 When collecting condensate, ensure that each device has an air-gap prior to entering the
condensate collection system. Failing to incorporate an air-gap may cause backpressure
on SAM-e and result in poor performance.
6 Some humidifiers allow distributor condensate to be returned to the unit. Refer to
humidifier manual for details.
7 For systems using condensate pumps, a P-trap and air-gap are still required at SAM-e
outlet. Never connect SAM-e directly to a pressurized drain line.