Hydrant is designed to use clean water at 20 psi to 100 psi. Should
leakage occur at packing nut, simply tighten nut until leakage stops. If
tightening nut does not stop leakage, remove nut and replace with
packing. Figure 5
1.)
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Packing Nut Leak
Sanitary Yard Hydrant
Operation and Maintenance Instructions
Hoeptner Products
HOEPTNER PERFECTED PRODUCTS
7796 Oak Spring Circle, Gilroy, CA 95020 * Ph 408-847-7615 / Fax 408-847-0675
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packing nut
Figure 5
Float Valve
Assembly
Unscrew handle and operating rod from hose bib.
Lift out operating rod and change o-ring seal on tip.
Replace operating rod and tighten packing nut.
2.)
No adjustment is necessary.
5.)
To prevent unauthorized use, the hydrant wheel handle can be removed.
6.)
NOTE: If the hydrant has not been used for a long period of time, it is advisable to flush the hydrant for
60 seconds when water is used for drinking.
4.) Handle/operating rod adjustment
To Change Seal, O-ring
Unscrew packing nut from under handle.
Leakage from float valve is typically due to not flushing supply lines properly.
3.)
Replace ball and o-ring after cleaning.
Reassemble Float Valve.
Remove ball and o-ring.
To clean, unscrew Hex Cap from round base.
Leakage from float valve