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ES-A-ACV-LF920GD

Engineering Specification, Installation, Operation and Maintenance

Pressure Relief, Sustaining, or Backpressure Control Valve

Sizes: 11/4" 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.

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

!

LF920GD

Series LF920GD / LF620GD

Table of Contents  

Page

Engineering Specifications 

ACV Schematic

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Basic Valves

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Standard Components

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Optional Components

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Installation, Operation and Maintenance 

Installation

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Valve Servicing Dimensions

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Setting the Pressure Control

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ACV Maintenance Schedule

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Troubleshooting Guide

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Valve Disassembly Instructions

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Submittal Package

Watts product specifications in U.S. customary units and metric are ap prox i mate and are pro vid ed for ref er ence only. For precise mea sure ments, please contact 

Watts Tech ni cal Ser vice. Watts re serves the right to change or modify prod uct de sign, con struc tion, spec i fi ca tions, or ma te ri als with out prior notice and without 

in cur ring any ob li ga tion to make such chang es and mod i fi ca tions on Watts prod ucts previously or sub se quent ly sold.

Summary of Contents for AMES LF920GD Series

Page 1: ...ed 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 p...

Page 2: ...ustable setpoint It is controlled by a normally closed control pilot designed to 1 Open allowing fluid out of the main valve cover chamber when upstream pressure is above the adjustable setpoint and 2...

Page 3: ...0GD This Ames Automatic Control Valve ACV is a full port single chamber basic valve that incorporates a one piece disc and dia phragm assembly This assembly is the only moving part within the valve al...

Page 4: ...530 1945 Pressure Drop psi 2 3 4 6 8 10 20 30 40 60 80 100 Flow Rate Gallons per minute Water 2 4 10 20 40 60 80 100 200 500 1000 2000 5000 10000 20000 100000 8 6 4 8 1 0 1 2 1 4 1 6 6 2 1 1 2 3 8 1 0...

Page 5: ...l 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 Iron...

Page 6: ...e NPT Port Size NPT Shipping Weights A B C D E F G H I J K L in in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm in in lbs kgs 11 4 71 4 184 51 2 140 3 8 1 4 20 9 11 2 71 4 184 81 2 216 51...

Page 7: ...Turning the adjustment screw counterclockwise lowers the control setpoint The LFPV20C is equipped with one 1 2 NPT inlet and outlet port and a 1 4 NPT side sensing port located on the power chamber Th...

Page 8: ...he free flow direction the seat moves out of the flow path to all unrestricted flow Specifications Model LFFC FLOW CLOSED Fluid Speed Controlled by Needle FLOW OPEN Free Flow Seat Full Open FLOW CLOSE...

Page 9: ...e used in pilot lines to provide a positive shutoff in any override or maintenance situation for simple trouble shooting This 2 piece full port valve features bottom loaded stems PTFE seats and packin...

Page 10: ...r Size 1 4 3 4 NPT Model LF60 Flo Clean Strainers are used to filter the fluid pass ing through the pilot circuit and provide protection to pilot circuit speed controls and pilots It is installed in t...

Page 11: ...ols and pilots The filter element can be accessed for cleaning by removing the clean out cap or may be cleaned by installing an optional blow down ball valve The wetted surface of this product contact...

Page 12: ...rated test cock installed on the top of the Model 50 housing provides a controlled method of removal of air from the cover chamber during start up or troubleshooting of the Main Valve Valve Size in Di...

Page 13: ...e trip arm when the main valve is closed The collar can be positioned on the stem by loosening the set screw to actuate the switch at the desired point of valve travel Body Material Stainless Steel El...

Page 14: ...service in a controlled manner to protect the system from damaging over pressure 1 Clear the line free of slag and other debris 2 Install the valve so that the FLOW ARROW marked on the valve body tag...

Page 15: ...and Closing Speed Turn the adjustment screws on the Closing Speed and Opening Speed Controls if the main valve is so equipped OUT counterclockwise 11 2 to 21 2 turns from full closed position STEP 2 T...

Page 16: ...closing IF INSTALLED Opening Speed Flow Control Adjustment The Opening speed flow control allows free flow into the cover and re stricted flow out of the cover of the main valve If recovery of pres su...

Page 17: ...valve 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 di...

Page 18: ...sembly 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 f...

Page 19: ...require a lifting eye bolt to be installed in the valve stem accessory threads located on the very top of the valve stem 5 Before removing Stem Nut examine stem threads for mineral build up Remove dep...

Page 20: ...ern 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 integrity of the Seat Seal by...

Page 21: ...her costs 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 ha...

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