JETStream PI-123, Product Instructions

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16 PI-123 January 2022
SECTION 4: SETUP
4.0 CONNECTING TUBE SPINNING NOZZLE
Prior to the start of any job, make sure that the use of only high
pressure rated fittings and hoses are in the waterblasting system.
Connect the body to the system according the appropriate connection
rating below. DO NOT ASSEMBLE SLEEVE OR FRONT NOZZLE AT THIS
STAGE. Once body is connected, engage the pump and purge the lines
for a minute to clear any possible debris. Disengage pump once lines
are purged.
4.1 15K PSI RATED TUBE SPINNING NOZZLES
NOTE: When using a thruster, follow the steps below, repeating
twice, to assemble body to thruster then thruster to lance or stinger.
FOR NPT CONNECTIONS
1. Apply 3-4 wraps of Teflon thread sealant tape to the male threads on
the mating lance or stinger.
2. Apply anti-seize compound over the sealant tape for additional
protection against galling in connection threads.
3. Install the nozzle bodies by using appropriate open-end wrench
on flats found on body and tighten 1-2 turns past hand-tight. All NPT
pipe connections should have a minimum thread engagement of (4)
threads.
FOR BSPP AND M7 FLAT SEAL CONNECTIONS
1. BSPP and M7 flat seal connections required a copper crush washer
between the male and female connections.
2.
Seat copper crush washer in female BSPP or M7 connection on tube
spinning nozzle body.
3. Apply anti-seize compound to male threads of mating lance or
stinger.
4. Install the nozzle bodies by using appropriate open-end wrench on
flats found on body and tighten to 20 lb-ft.
4.2 22K PSI RATED TUBE SPINNING NOZZLES
1. Apply anti-seize compound to the male threads and cone of the
mating lance or stinger.
NOTE: DO NOT use Teflon tape on 22K PSI connections.