GE Hydran M2-X, Instruction Manual

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Hydran* M2-X Instruction Manual
MA-029 Rev. 1.0, 30-Jul-18
4.3.5 Installing the Sensor onto the Valve 81
1. (Optional) If using a finned adaptor, apply a thermal joint
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2. (Optional) Wrap Teflon tape on the adaptor’s threads [ ]
3. (Optional) Screw the adaptor onto the valve and tighten it using an adjustable
wrench [ ]
4. Wrap Teflon tape on the sensor’s threads [ ]
5. Loosen the bleed screw [ ]
6. Install the sensor clamp around the sensor [ ]
7. Screw the sensor manually onto the valve [ ]
8. Tighten the sensor (position the bleed screw at “12 o’clock”) [ ]
9. Ensure the O-ring is in place on the sensor flange [ ]
4.3.6 Opening the Valve and Purging Air from the Sensor 83
1. Close the sensor’s bleed screw and then open it 1/8 of a turn [ ]
2. Slowly open partially the transformer valve [ ]
3. When there are no more air bubbles in the oil, shut the bleed screw [ ]
4. Open the valve completely [ ]
5. Wipe all traces of oil from the sensor [ ]
6. Inspect the sensor for oil leaks [ ]
7. Tighten the bleed screw [ ]
8. Dispose of the collected oil according to the company regulations [ ]
4.3.7 Installing the Hydran M2-X on the Sensor 84
1. Push the sensor cable connector into the sensor connector
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2. Rotate the connector clockwise (approximately 1/8 of a turn [ ]
3. Position the enclosure and push the Hydran M2-X onto the sensor [ ]
4. Install the sensor clamp and tighten it using the spanner wrench
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5. Tighten the set screw
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