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Appendix A
Model 580A Differential Pressure Switch
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Mount the DPU on a solid support to minimize vibration. Tighten all
points, using a suitable sealant compound; leaks in piping can cause
measurement errors.
•
Rotate the housing as necessary to place the pressure connection in the
proper position. The DPU has connections in the pressure housings to
accommodate various pipe sizes (refer to
DPU Assembly Drawing and
Parts List, page A-17
).
•
Install a valve manifold between the DPU and the source of differential
pressure to facilitate operation and checking of the DPU.
•
Install shutoff and bypass valves so they are accessible from the front of
the instrument. Locate block valves at the source of differential pressure.
Piping Diagrams
Diagrams for typical and special flow applications are presented on the fol
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lowing pages. Use the diagram best suited for the application as a guide for
piping configuration.
BLOCK VALVES
PRIMARY DEVICE
STATIC PRESSURE
CONNECTION
(USE ONLY ONE)
BYPASS
VALVES
VENT VALVE
SHUT-OFF
VALVES
DPU
Figure A.3—Gas Flow, DPU Above Run
BLOCK
VALVES
PRIMARY
DEVICE
STATIC PRESSURE
CONNECTION
(USE ONLY ONE)
BYPASS
VALVES
VENT
VALVE
SHUT-OFF
VALVES
DPU
DRIP POTS
Figure A.4—Gas Flow, DPU Below Run