Condensate Drain

Condensate Drain

Rinnai 98 Series 4” Vertical Condensate Drain $71.99 Rinnai 98 Series 4” Vertical Condensate Drain is for the Rinnai R98 Series tankless water heaters.

Setmark® Snap-Around Pipe Markers – Condensate Drain $2.8 Save time- No need to clean pipes before installation. Setmark® Pipe Markers are ideal for dirty, greasy or rough surfaces and indoor or outdoor pipes Precoiled markers snap in place; no tape or adhesives necessary and no need to clean or degrease pipes For larger pipes, markers “strap around” with free nylon ties Arrows are included on every marker and each marker is reversible so you don’t need to know the flow direction before you order UV resistant inks and heavy vinyl withstand harsh environments Markers meet ASME (ANSI) A13.1-2007 Standard Offered in a variety of sizes and colors – find out which one is right for you Setmark® Pipe Marker reads – “Condensate Drain”

Advance Tabco CH-3636 Condensate Hood, 20-1/2 in H x 36 L x 36 D, 3/8 Rear Drain $1415.98 Advance Tabco CH-3636 Condensate Hood, 20-1/2 in H x 36 L x 36 D, 3/8 Rear Drain

Opti-Code™ Self-Adhesive Pipe Markers – Condensate Drain $2.5 So easy, just peel and stick. Opti-Code™ Self-Adhesive Pipe Markers are Ideal for indoor pipes Self-adhesive vinyl — simply peel and press marker into place 5 sizes to mark pipes with diameters from 3/4″ to over 10″- see which one is right for you Suitable for dry and clean pipes Pipe temperature range -40° F to 175° F To indicate flow direction and/or provide extra adhesion, use arrows-on-a-roll tape, sold separately All standard markers meet ASME (ANSI) standard when used with arrows on a roll tape Pipe marker reads – “Condensate Drain”

9008000005 – Direct Tankless Vent Conversion Kit, Condensate Drain, Backflow Preventor, Air Intake Hose, Condensate Drain Tube, Concentric Termination 12 inch $329.25 [148891] UPC: 20363174293 25L x 15W x 15H 14 LB

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Little Giant VCMA-15ULS 554405 VCMA Series Automatic Condensate Removal Pump (115 volts), 1/50 horsepower $29.81 The company that has always been the forerunner in condensate removal pump design, introduces the new generation VCMA Series. Adding features for every installation. Fully Automatic, new generation float arm for enhanced reliability. Suitable for high-efficiency, gas-furnace condensate. 3 drain holes with 20ft. shut off head and 8.7 PSI. Capable of drawing 50 GPH @ 5ft.. Intermittent Liquid Temp. …

Little Giant 554425 VCMA-20ULS Condensate Removal 1/30 HP Pump with Safety Switch $36.11 Little Giant VCMA-20ULS…

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Understanding Condensate Drain Lines

The primary condensate drain lines normally drains into the household sewer system through an open connection to an active p-trap. In some cases, these active p-traps are the bath tub or bathroom sink p-trap; should this be your case, be sure to read the special instructions in maintenance, below. Should the evaporator coil's primary drain line become clogged or should the primary drain develop a leak, condensate should overflow or leak into the emergency drain pan thence into the emergency drain line. The emergency condensate drain line, drain line, drains to a conspicuous place outside the home. Water dripping from the emergency drain line is a warning indicator that something is drastically wrong with primary condensate drain system. You should not delay in calling a service technician.

Problems- With primary condensate drain lines stem form plant pollen, fungus spores and other particulate matter entrained in the air stream passing over the wet evaporator coil. They are captured by the condensate draining off the coil and are carried into the drain system. There they produce algae, mildew, and fungus growths which can clog the primary drain system. While the emergency drain lines are normally dry and clear, they are open to the atmosphere. Wasps, called "mud-daubers", are known to nest in these open drain lines, there by rendering them useless; always at the wrong time. 3

The larger diameter pipe of the household sewer system yields two results. First, it usually precludes problems with condensate. Second, the maintenance and repair beyond the open connection to the p-trap is outside the scope of the air conditioning technician. Some older systems drain into an inactive p-trap; this can lead to the long term build up of sediment, dried algae, etc... in the trap and result in an overflow of the plumbing drain system. If the active p-trap also services a bath tub or bathroom sink, clogs can be caused by hair, soap scum or other material draining from the tub or sink. Clogs in the household sewer system require the services of a licensed plumber. 3

Maintenance- Test both the primary and emergency drains with water. If a restriction is detected, he or she clears the obstruction with compressed air. Blowing out a drain line will usually open a clogged drain line, but it cannot remove growing algae or other deposits from the pipe wall. Our technician will place algicide tablets in the primary drain pan. While algicide is used prevent algae buildup, algicide kills any existing algae. The dead algae may slough off the pipe wall and pass into the sewer system or drift down stream to a restriction and accumulate there resulting in a clogged drain. For more information visit Blocked Drains

Special Instructions- Bathtub or bathroom sink p-traps. If the active p-trap in your system is the trap for a bath tub or bathroom sink, there is the possibility that material flushed from the condensate drain system may combine with bathroom debris already in the trap, to begin formation of a clog. Should one of these plumbing drains clog, condensate will fill the sink or tub and overflow without any warning such as water dripping form the emergency drain line. After any work on your condensate drain system, the drainage of the sink and tub should be observed. If either drains slowly or backs up, plumbing maintenance is needed. For more information visit Drain maintenance

Other measures our technician my recommend are the installation of a float switch in the emergency condensate drain pan and an Easy Klear clean out valve. Should both the primary and emergency drain systems fail, the float switch functions to turn off the air conditioning system, stopping the production of condensate until the clog is cleared and the drain pan emptied. The Easy Klear helps improve drain line maintenance.

Despite all of these precautions, there can be no guarantee that your condensate drain system will remain clear. Your condensate drain system can become clogged at anytime and should be watched closely after it has been serviced, especially when algicide has been applied. Older systems with accumulations of algae can become clogged anytime algae breaks loose from the pipe wall and drifts downstream to a restricted point. At a restriction, algae will accumulate and grow unit it blocks the drain pipe. These restrictions can grow into a fully clogged drain line in less than one month.

Should a problem occur or our technician detect a problem with the p-trap or plumbing drain line (household sewer system), he or she will recommend the services of a licensed plumber. In our opinion, blowing out a large diameter plumbing drain line is not and effective repair. The household sewer system, beginning at the open connection to the condensate system, is the domain of the licensed plumber.

Liabilities- Whenever the air handling unit of an air conditioning system is located in an attic or the upper stories of a building, the risk of water damage due to drain stoppage and condensate overflow is inherent and unavoidable. Proper design and installation coupled with timely and consistent maintenance can minimize the probability of an overflow, but cannot absolutely prevent it. Therefore, our warranties specifically exclude liability for water damage due to condensate overflow, and special, consequential or incidental damage caused by stoppage of a condensate drain system.

Your homeowner's insurance should include coverage for water damage resulting from condensate overflow or other water leaks. We suggest you confirm your coverage.

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1/30 HP 1/2 Gallon ABS Automatic Condensate Removal Pump $51.04 LGP1170: Features: -Fully Automatic.-1/2 gallon leakproof, rustproof, high impact ABS tank.-3 drain holes.-Removable 3/8'' barbed check valve.-New generation float arm for enhanced reliability.-Thermal overload protection.-Suitable for High-Efficiency, Gas-Fumace Condensate.-ABS plastic motor and tank cover, and volute.-Polypropylene Impeller.-Stainless steel shaft.-Snap-action switch.-6' power cord with 3-pronged plug.-Easy installation.-UL & CSA listed.-Item Number: 554431.-Model Number: VCMA-20ULT.-Horsepower 1/30.-Flow 80 GPH @ 1' of Head.-Cord Length 6'.-Shut Off 20.-Voltage 115.-Hertz 60.-Amps 1.5.-Watts 93. Includes: -Includes 20' of 3/8'' ID tubing.

1/50 HP 1/2 Gallon ABS Tank - Type Automatic Condensate Removal Pump $53.85 LGP1158: Features: -Fully Automatic.-1/2 gallon leakproof, rustproof, high impact ABS tank.-3 drain holes.-Removable 3/8'' barbed check valve.-New generation float arm for enhanced reliability.-Thermal overload protection.-Suitable for High-Efficiency, Gas-Fumace Condensate.-ABS plastic motor and tank cover, and volute.-Stainless steel shaft.-Polypropylene Impeller.-Snap-action switch.-6' power cord with 3-pronged plug.-Easy installation.-UL & CSA listed.-Item Number: 554411.-Model Number: VCMA-15ULT.-Horsepower 1/50.-Flow 65 GPH @ 1' of Head.-Cord Length 6'.-Shut Off 15.-Voltage 115.-Hertz 60.-Amps 1.-Watts 60. Includes: -Includes 20' of 3/8'' ID tubing.