Nortec SAM-e - Manual (Page 44)

41 | SAM-e Installation
Steam Lines and Condensate Returns
Use appropriate slope
Figure 1: Slope Figure 2: Insulate pipe
Figure 3: Condensate Traps
MAIN RULES FOR ATMOSPHERIC STEAM LINES:
 Steam lines must be sloped
 Condensate must be trapped (Use full-size ‘T’ for traps)
 Steam lines must not have any restrictions that could cause back-pressure
 Insulate with minimum 1” pipe insulation
 Follow recommended materials, size and length (see tables)