InstallationQuestion 45 of 110
The condensate drain line from a cooling coil is often fitted with a trap to accomplish what?
a.Add refrigerant
b.Prevent air from being pulled through the drain and allow proper condensate flow
c.Increase blower speed
d.Filter the return air
Explanation
A properly sized trap on a draw-through coil prevents the blower's negative pressure from either holding water in the pan or pulling air backward through the drain. This allows condensate to flow freely to the drain. The trap depth is based on the unit's static pressure.
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