FM Industries 1/2″ Barb Industrial Condensate Neutralizer

FM INDUSTRIES 1/2″ BARB INDUSTRIAL  CONDENSATE NEUTRALIZER – RATED FOR BOILERS BETWEEN 200,000 – 1,000,000 BTUH

Overview

The size of your heating unit and the amount of output determine the correct size of the neutralizer and accompanying fitting. Condensate production can be estimated based on one gallon per hour for every 100,000 BTUs of input, so you need to ensure that the size of your neutralizer is correct. If the acidic output level is less than 3.5PH, it may be necessary to install two neutralizers in tandem to obtain the desired PH level.

The neutralizer may be installed vertically or horizontally, but we suggest that you check your local bylaws and confer with your inspector beforehand. To help support the larger style neutralizers, the use of strapping fastened to the body of the furnace or boiler is suggested. Neutralizers with barbed fittings require hose claps applied to the junctions to ensure a leak-free seal. A flexible hose will fit over a barbed fitting and a rigid tube matches best with CPVC or female socket fittings.
For regular maintenance:
– Remove the threaded cap from the neutralizer body.
– Rinse and inspect media (calcium carbonate).
– Top up contents with a convenient FM Refill.
– Thread cap back on ONLY after replacing existing Teflon tape with new.
All models are designed to be maintenance-free for one whole heating season, provided you have chosen the correct size neutralizer for your condensate output. As it is the owner’s responsibility to maintain their units, we strongly suggest learning the average monthly rate at which the contents of your neutralizer are consumed in order to determine how often to refill. If you are unable to perform upkeep on your unit, we suggest hiring a reliable contractor to perform the maintenance for you.