Watts Ames 610GD-17 Installation Operation & Maintenance Download Page 4

STEP 4

Slowly open downstream isolation valve to establish flow through 

the system.

STEP 5

Adjust the Pressure Reducing Control to the desired pressure 

setpoint by turning the adjustment screw IN, clockwise to increase 

or OUT, counterclockwise to decrease downstream pressure (See 

Figure 2).

Counterclockwise to DECREASE 

downstream pressure

Clockwise to INCREASE-

downstream pressure

Figure 2 

CP15 — Pressure Reducing Control

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Summary of Contents for Ames 610GD-17

Page 1: ...the Pressure Reducing 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 in...

Page 2: ...inlet and outlet pressures A Position Indicator can be installed to provide visual indication of valve position and operation without disassembly 3 Install isolation valves upstream and downstream of...

Page 3: ...at the highest point of the valve assembly STEP 3 Pressure the line by opening the upstream isolation valve slowly Air is vented through the air bleed valve or loosened fitting Tighten the fitting wh...

Page 4: ...esired pressure setpoint by turning the adjustment screw IN clockwise to increase or OUT counterclockwise to decrease downstream pressure See Figure 2 Counterclockwise to DECREASE downstream pressure...

Page 5: ...he adjustment screw IN clockwise decreasing the rate of opening See Figure 3 STEP 7 If the main valve comes equipped with a closing speed control otherwise ignore this step Closing Speed Needle Valve...

Page 6: ...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 7: ...ly by partially opening from full closed position Improperly configured opening speed control if equipped Adjust opening speed control to verify functionality adjust as required Standard setting for o...

Page 8: ...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 9: ...rush or by using a Mineral Dissolving Solution Inspect parts for wear and replace if necessary 7 Inspect valve seat If seat is not damaged removal is not necessary Valve seats 6 and smaller are thread...

Page 10: ...ts in a crossing pattern to ensure even distribution Test the Disc and Diaphragm Assembly for smooth travel by following the Freedom of Movement Test procedure in previous section 11 Test the integrit...

Page 11: ...el 9 Stem Washer ASTM A276 304 Stainless Steel 10 Diaphragm Washer ASTM A536 65 45 12 Epoxy Coated Ductile Iron 11 Diaphragm Buna N Nitrile 12 Disc Retainer ASTM A536 65 45 12 Epoxy Coated Ductile Iro...

Page 12: ...resulting from labor charges delays vandalism negligence fouling caused by foreign material damage from adverse water conditions chemical or any other circumstances over which the Company has no cont...

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