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Installation, Operation and Maintenance

Deep Well Control Valve with Pressure Relief Feature

Sizes: 2" to 24" 

NOTICE

For Australia and New Zealand: Pipeline strainers should be 

installed between the upstream shutoff valve and the inlet of  

the backflow preventer.

It’s important that this device be tested periodically in compli-

ance with local codes, but at least once per year or more as 

service conditions warrant. If installed on a fire sprinkler system, 

all mechanical checks, such as alarm checks and backflow  

preventers, should be flow tested and inspected internally in  

accordance with NFPA 13 and NFPA 25.

WARNING

!

Read this Manual BEFORE using this equipment.
Failure to read and follow all safety and use information 

can result in death, serious personal injury, property 

damage, or damage to the equipment.
Keep this Manual for future reference.

Table of Contents  

Page

Introduction .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 2

Installation   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 2

Commissioning the Deep Well Pump Control  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 3

Maintenance Schedule .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 6

Trouble Shooting Guide   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 6

Valve Disassembly Instructions  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 8 

ACV Schematic   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 11

  

Local building or plumbing codes may require modifica-

tions to the information provided.  You are required to  

consult the local building and plumbing codes prior 

to installation.  If the information provided here is not 

consistent with local building or plumbing codes, the 

local codes should be followed.  This product must be 

installed by a licensed contractor in accordance with 

local codes and ordinances.

WARNING

!

Need for Periodic Inspection/Maintenance:

  This product 

must be tested periodically in compliance with local codes, 

but at least once per year or more as service conditions 

warrant .  All products must be retested once maintenance 

has been performed .  Corrosive water conditions and/or 

unauthorized adjustments or repair could render the product 

ineffective for the service intended .  Regular checking and 

cleaning of the product’s internal and external components 

helps assure maximum life and proper product function . 

WARNING

!

CLOSES VALVE

OPENS VALVE

FLOW

(Supply Pressure)

Model 985GD-20 / 685GD-20

IOM-A-ACV-985-20_685-20

Summary of Contents for 685GD-20

Page 1: ...Control 3 Maintenance Schedule 6 Trouble Shooting Guide 6 Valve Disassembly Instructions 8 ACV Schematic 11 Local building or plumbing codes may require modifica tions to the information provided You...

Page 2: ...ration The Deep Well Pump Control Valve with Pressure Relief Feature is designed to minimize the surges associated with the starting and stopping of well pumps and open relieving excessive pressure du...

Page 3: ...e times to confirm rate of movement and remove excess air trapped within the cover chambers See Figure 1 Below To increase the rate of opening closing turn the adjustment screws on the speed controls...

Page 4: ...ntrol See Figure 3A STEP 8 When pump demand is satisfied pump will continue to operate as the main valve opens To open main valve de energize the solenoid checking that the main valve opens STEP 9 Ope...

Page 5: ...specification sheets for approximate cover capacity A continuous flow of water from the open port indicates a damaged diaphragm or loose disc diaphragm assembly Disassemble valve and replace diaphragm...

Page 6: ...pilot system Check isolation valves ensure open Diaphragm is damaged Conduct diaphragm seal test repair and replace if necessary Main valve stem assembly corroded damaged Inspect stem assembly clean...

Page 7: ...move cover nuts and washers 3 Remove the cover If cover is not free to be removed loosen it by tapping upward along its outside edge with a dull cold chisel pic tured above a Large valves may require...

Page 8: ...posits and inspect for excessive wear Remove any mineral build up from other components with wire brush or by using a Mineral Dissolving Solution Inspect parts for wear and replace if necessary 7 Insp...

Page 9: ...for smooth travel by following the Freedom of Movement Test procedure in previous section 11 Test the integrity of the Seat Seal by following the Seat Seal Test procedure in previous section 12 Retur...

Page 10: ...3 and Smaller ASTM A276 302 Stainless Steel 13A Bearing Retaining Ring 4 and Larger ASTM A276 302 Stainless Steel 14 Inner Bearing ASTM A276 304 Stainless Steel 15 O ring Buna N Nitrile 16 O ring Buna...

Page 11: ...IOM A ACV 985 20_685 20 2115 EDP 1917104 2021 Watts 11 NOTES...

Page 12: ...021 Watts USA Backflow T 978 689 6066 F 978 975 8350 AmesFireWater com USA Control Valves T 713 943 0688 F 713 944 9445 AmesFireWater com Canada T 888 208 8927 F 905 481 2316 AmesFireWater ca Latin Am...

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