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STEP 6

Slowly open downstream isolation valve to establish flow through 
the system.

STEP 7

With a demand for flow on the system, the valve can now be ad-
justed for the proper flow rate. This requires a meter to

 

read the 

flow that the valve is providing.

STEP 8

While reading the meter register, adjust the Rate of Flow Control:

Turn the adjustment screw IN, clockwise, to increase the flow rate 

regulated (See Figure 2A).

Turn the adjustment screw OUT, counterclockwise, to reduce or 
lower the flow rate regulated (See Figure 2B).

Setting the Rate-of-Flow Control Pilot 

Counterclockwise to REDUCE  

Flow Rate Limit

Clockwise to INCREASE 

Flow Rate Limit

2A

2B

STEP 9

Opening Speed Flow Control Adjustment: The Opening speed 
flow control allows free flow into the cover and restricted

 

flow out 

of the cover of the main valve. 

If valve opening is too slow, turn the adjustment screw OUT, 
counterclockwise, increasing the rate of opening (See Figure 3B).

If valve opening is too quick, turn the adjustment screw IN, clock-
wise, decreasing the rate of opening (See Figure 3A).

STEP 10

Closing Speed Needle Valve Adjustment: The closing speed nee-
dle valve regulates fluid pressure into the main valve cover cham-
ber, controlling the valve closing speed.

If the valve closes too slowly, turn the adjustment screw OUT, 
counterclockwise, increasing the rate of closing.

STEP 11

Actuate the solenoid to close the main valve, checking that the 
main valve closes.

Counterclockwise to INCREASE 

the rate of opening

Clockwise to DECREASE 

rate of opening

3A

3B

Figure 3 

Flow Control

Figure 2 

CP14-1 Rate-of-Flow Control Pilot

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Summary of Contents for AMES 650GD-15

Page 1: ...e Rate of Flow Controls 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 informati...

Page 2: ...ator can be installed to provide visual indication of valve position and operation without disassembly 3 Install isolation valves upstream and downstream of the main valve 4 Provide adequate clearance...

Page 3: ...the valve See Figure 1 STEP 4 Pressure the line by opening the upstream isolation valve slowly Air is vented through the air bleed valve Tighten the fitting when liquid begins to vent See Figure 1 Re...

Page 4: ...trol allows free flow into the cover and restricted flow out of the cover of the main valve If valve opening is too slow turn the adjustment screw OUT counterclockwise increasing the rate of opening S...

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: ...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 replace if necessary...

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: ...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 9: ...uts 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 integri...

Page 10: ...ess 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 Iron 13 Seat Disc Buna N Nitrile 14 Spac...

Page 11: ...IOM A ACV 950 15_650 15 2115 EDP 1917072 2021 Watts 11 NOTES...

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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