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Chapter 4
4.4 Installation
Compression Mount The 275 Mini-Convectron Vacuum Gauge is designed to fit a standard 1/2
inch compression (quick-disconnect) mount.
1. Remove the plug from the 275 Mini-Convectron Vacuum Gauge tube
port.
2. Insert the gauge tube port into the compression fitting and tighten the
press ring by hand.
If a seal is not achieved, apply a light coating of vacuum grease to the
press ring.
3. Rotate the vacuum gauge in any direction for optimum routing of the
cables.
4. Tighten the press ring hand tight.
5. Proceed with Trip Point Cable Installation.
1/8 NPT Mount The 275 Mini-Convectron Vacuum Gauge is designed to fit a standard 1/8
NPT female fitting.
1. Remove the plug from the 275 Mini-Convectron Vacuum Gauge tube
port.
2. Apply Teflon tape to the gauge tube threads.
1. Insert the gauge tube port threads into the system and rotate the 275
Mini-Convectron Vacuum Gauge by hand to achieve a seal.
2. Proceed with Trip Point Cable Installation.
CAUTION
Reasonable care should be taken to install the 275 Mini-Convectron
Vacuum Gauge Module where it is protected from physical damage.
WARNING
A compression mount should not be used in positive pressure applications.
Positive pressures may eject the gauge tube from a compression fitting and
injure personnel or damage equipment.
CAUTION
Do not use a wrench to tighten the gauge tube port threads.