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Step 2

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 recovery of pressure is slow upon 
increased downstream demand, turn the adjustment screw OUT, 
counterclockwise, increasing the rate of opening. IF recovery of 
downstream pressure is too quick, as indicated in a rapid increase 
in pressure, possibly higher than the desired set-point, turn the 
adjustment screw IN, clockwise, decreasing the rate of opening 
(See Figure 4).

Step 3

Closing Speed Needle Valve Adjustment: The closing speed 
needle valve regulates fluid pressure into the main valve cover 
chamber, controlling the valve closing speed. If the downstream 
pressure fluctuates slightly above the desired set point, turn the 
adjustment screw OUT, counterclockwise, increasing the rate of 
closing.

Setting the Pressure Sustaining Control

Step 1

Setting The Relief/Sustaining Control requires lowering the 
upstream pressure to the desired minimum sustained pressure.

STEP 2

Leave the downstream isolation valve fully open and close the 
upstream isolation valve until the inlet pressure drops to the 
desired setting.

STEP 3

Adjust the Relief/Sustaining Control screw IN, clockwise, until the 

inlet pressure begins to increase, or OUT, counterclockwise to 

decrease, stopping at the desired pressure (See Figure 5). 

STEP 4

Allow pressure to stabilize

Step 5 

Fine-tune the relief/sustaining setting as required as detailed in 
Step 3

Step 6

Open the upstream isolation valve to return to normal operation.

Clockwise to INCREASE 

inlet pressure

Counterclockwise to DECREASE 

inlet pressure

Figure 5 

PV20C — Pressure Sustaining Control

Counterclockwise to INCREASE 

the rate of opening

Clockwise to DECREASE 

rate of opening

Figure 4 

Flow Control

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Summary of Contents for Ames 912GD-11

Page 1: ...tion 2 Setting 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 t...

Page 2: ...valves ensure valve disc does not contact the main valve 6 Provide adequate clearance for valve servicing and maintenance Refer to valve servicing dimensions on next page 7 Avoid installing valves 6...

Page 3: ...4 16 24 26 28 30 34 40 48 48 Size in 11 4 11 2 2 21 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 C in 16 16 20 22 22 24 32 34 38 44 48 52 D in 10 10 12 14 14 16 24 26 28 30 34 40 STEP 2 To ensure proper operation any trappe...

Page 4: ...pressure set point by turning the adjustment screw OUT counterclockwise until downstream pressure decreases to the desired setpoint See Figure 3 STEP 6 Adjust the Surge Control by turning the adjustm...

Page 5: ...ise increasing the rate of closing Setting the Pressure Sustaining Control Step 1 Setting The Relief Sustaining Control requires lowering the upstream pressure to the desired minimum sustained pressur...

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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