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Introduction

Warnings and Instructions

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In addition to the specified torque values noted in this manual, when properly tightened, all flanged fittings should 
have metal-to-metal contact.

Warnings and Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

This section introduces the hazards and safety precautions associated with installing, inspecting, maintaining or 
servicing this product. Before performing any task on this product, read this safety information and the 
applicable sections in this manual, where additional hazards and safety precautions for your task will be found. 
Fire, explosion, electrical shock or pressure release could occur and cause death or serious injury, if these safe 
service procedures are not followed.

PRELIMINARY PRECAUTIONS

You are working in a potentially dangerous environment of flammable fuels, vapors, and high voltage or 
pressures. Only trained or authorized individuals knowledgeable in the related procedures should install, 
inspect, maintain or service this equipment. 

Read the Manual

Read, understand and follow this manual and any other labels or related materials supplied with this equipment. If you do not 
understand a procedure, call 1-800-323-1719 to locate a qualified technician. It is imperative to your safety and the safety of 
others to understand the procedures before beginning work. 

Make sure your employees and any service contractors 

read and follow the instructions. 

Follow the Regulations

Applicable information is available in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 30A; 

Code for Motor Field Dispensing 

Facilities and Repair Garages

, NFPA 70; 

National Electrical Code

 (NEC), Occupational Safety and Hazard Association 

(OSHA) regulations and federal, state, and local codes. All these regulations must be followed. Failure to install, inspect, 
maintain or service this equipment in accordance with these codes, regulations and standards may lead to legal citations with 
penalties or affect the safe use and operation of the equipment.

WARNING

This product operates in the highly combustible atmosphere of a gasoline storage tank.

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 
COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, ENVIRONMENT, RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY 
OR DEATH.

1. All installation work must comply with the latest issue of the National Electrical Code 

(NFPA 70), the Code for Motor Fuel Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages (NFPA 
30A), and any European, national, state, and local code requirements that apply.

2. Turn off, tag, and lockout power to the STP before connecting or servicing the STP.

3. Before installing pipe threads apply an adequate amount of fresh, UL classified for 

petroleum, non-setting thread sealant. 

4. When servicing unit, use non-sparking tools and use caution when removing or 

installing equipment to avoid generating a spark.

5. To protect yourself and others from serious injury, death, or substantial property 

damage, carefully read and follow all warnings and instructions in this manual. 

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Summary of Contents for Red Jacket FXT

Page 1: ...Manual No C051 272 Revision E Testing Mechanical Leak Detectors FX Tester...

Page 2: ...f any damages and or shortages within 30 days of receipt of the shipment as stated in our Terms and Conditions VEEDER ROOT S PREFERRED CARRIER 1 Fax Bill of Lading to V R Customer Service at 800 234 5...

Page 3: ...Extender Hoses 7 Simulated Leak Test 4 Step Test 7 Observation of Leak Detector Opening Time 10 Operating Test Pressure Relief 11 Pump Operation 11 Thermal Contraction 12 Vacuum Test 12 To Perform A...

Page 4: ...to the Red Jacket pump 8 Figure 4 FXT selector valve 9 Figure 5 Installing Snap Tap at shear valve 14 Figure 6 Discharge fluid height limit example 15 Figure 7 FX Tester operating positions 16 Figure...

Page 5: ...echanical Leak Detector Manual 5191 and or 5190 Option A utilizing the Apparatus to Verify Operation AVO will provide a more basic less extensive approach to evaluating the V R LLD See Form RJ 21 for...

Page 6: ...e entire pumping system and of replacement of the LLD versus continued use We nave no control influence or participation with reference to the design operation or quality of any mechanical leak detect...

Page 7: ...and follow the instructions Follow the Regulations Applicable information is available in National Fire Protection Association NFPA 30A Code for Motor Field Dispensing Facilities and Repair Garages N...

Page 8: ...azardous Materials Some materials may present a health hazard if not handled correctly Ensure that you clean hands after handling equipment Do not place any equipment in the mouth WARNING FAILURE TO C...

Page 9: ...hest from the pump and working to the pump until all air is removed from system Certain regulatory bodies require that leak detectors remain in the system after the lines have been installed The lines...

Page 10: ...ld height and then closed before the pump is turned on Under normal operations the leak detector will hesitate at the metering pressure for several seconds before opening up to full pump pressure With...

Page 11: ...See Parts Description Replacement Parts List on page 18 Simulated Leak Test 4 Step Test This is a general overview of the procedure to properly install the FXT and how to set a leak rate at a given p...

Page 12: ...shown in Figure 4 When the selector valve is in this position the FXT is monitoring actual line pressure As actual line pressure is displayed on the compound gauge specifications can be checked d Obse...

Page 13: ...PH 7 GPH 8 GPH 9 GPH 10 GPH 20 4 2 5 7 7 1 8 5 9 9 11 3 12 7 14 1 22 4 4 5 9 7 4 8 9 10 4 11 9 13 3 14 8 24 4 6 6 2 7 7 9 3 10 8 12 4 13 9 15 5 26 4 8 6 4 8 1 9 7 11 3 12 9 14 5 16 1 28 5 0 6 7 8 4 10...

Page 14: ...ies FX1 Series or FX2 Series LLDs indicates that the LLD has reacted to the imposed leak and is in its leak sensing mode A Pressure of approximately 25 psi 172 kPa or greater indicates that the LLD di...

Page 15: ...used a holding pressure of between 8 to 20 psi 55 138 kPa is normally observed If a precision functional element is used a holding pressure of about 11 to 13 5 psi 76 93 kPa should be observed Adjust...

Page 16: ...e the LLD will interpret an open nozzle as a line leak In the summer months thermal contraction of the product throughout the day rarely occurs The line pressure may only drop to zero once a day usual...

Page 17: ...Attach the orange pressure hose to the FX2 leak detector 2 Turn the submersible pump on and then off 3 Turn the FXT s Selector Valve slowly to the Pressure Relief position as product begins to flow i...

Page 18: ...e im pact valve This reducer is not called out in the parts list Loss of product as well as introduction of air into the system can be minimized by closing the emergency valve previous to removing the...

Page 19: ...ce Manual 5190 for possible causes and solutions 3 Plug the FXT into the Snap Tap on the dispenser shear valve as shown in Figure 5 on page 14 CAUTION To avoid product spillage assure the discharge is...

Page 20: ...hat the leak is present If there are no leaks pressure rapidly builds in the system forcing the LLD to open to the full flow position In a system with no leaks it takes approximately 2 3 seconds for t...

Page 21: ...he 1 1 2 to 3 gpm 5 11 lpm will flow to the dispensers Leaks smaller than 3 gph will be indicated by the LLD taking longer than 2 3 seconds to open completely If there is no leakage in the system the...

Page 22: ...ap Tap Orange N S 138 209 4 6 Swagelok Tube Connection Deso Stem 014 697 1 Extender Hose Only Orange N S 038 213 1 7 Swivel Connector 9 16 In Swivel Hex 9 16 In Hex 027 241 1 20 Bumper 006 729 1 8 Bul...

Page 23: ...ot regarding the use and maintenance of the FX Tester is that this equipment should be periodically compared against standards which are traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology...

Page 24: ...19 with countersink holes facing up to upper and lower blocks 1 13 with eight screws 18 four each side Ensure connectors 13 are facing same direction Torque 8 in lbs 4 Turn locking screw 21 in top bl...

Page 25: ...with desired units facing up Align zero mark on scale 14 with zero mark on flowtube 9 Place clear cover 20 with countersink holes facing up align holes and secure with four screws 18 Torque 2 5 3 in l...

Page 26: ..._______________ Technician Performing Test _______________________________________________ TECH Number ____________________ TYPES OF LEAK DETECTORS TESTED BFLD 117 182 5 FX2V 116 057 5 FX2DV 116 059 5...

Page 27: ...___________________________ TECH Number ____________________ TYPES OF LEAK DETECTORS TESTED BFLD 117 182 5 FX2V 116 057 5 FX2DV 116 059 5 FX1V 116 056 5 FX1DV 116 058 5 TEST INFORMATION Product Serial...

Page 28: ...____________________________ TECH Number ____________________ TYPES OF LEAK DETECTORS TESTED BFLD 117 182 5 FX2V 116 057 5 FX2DV 116 059 5 FX1V 116 056 5 FX1DV 116 058 5 TEST INFORMATION Product Seria...

Page 29: ...For technical support sales or other assistance please visit www veeder com...

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