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steam convector system
Bernie Riddle_2
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Have a steam convector system with only visible traps at the covectors are made of pipe and fittings,there are no vents at convectors (only at boiler room), what pressure should this system be operating on?
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As low as possible
less than a pound.0 -
This is a Vapor system
probably a Trane, Webster or possibly a Dunham. Use a Vaporstat that cannot be set higher than 1 pound. Start with the Main (cut-out) pressure at 8 ounces or so, and the differential 2 ounces less then the Main.
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