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Grooved End Dimensions

Valve  

Size

Globe Grooved

Cover To Center

Angle Grooved

Angle Grooved

Port Size

(npt)

Port Size

(npt)

Port Size

(npt)

Shipping Weights*

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

in.

in.

mm

in.

mm

in.

mm

in.

mm

in.

in.

in.

lbs.

kgs.

6

20

508

13

 

3/8

340

 

3/4

 

3/4

1

420

191

8

25

 

3/8

645

16

406

1

1

1

845

384

 

6

 

ES-A-ACV-LF985GD  2115 

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Dimensions

Flanged and Threaded

Grooved End

L

K

K

M

D

K

A
B

C

H I J

E

F

G

A

B

F

E

G

E

E

C

D

Flanged and Threaded Dimensions

Valve 

Size

Globe Thread Globe 150#

Globe 300#

Cover to 

Center

Angle Thread Angle 150#

Angle 300# Angle Thread Angle 150#

Angle 300#

Port 

Size 

NPT 

Port 

Size 

NPT

Port 

Size 

NPT 

Shipping 

Weights*

A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

I

J

K

L

M

in.

in.

mm

in.

mm

in.

mm

in.

mm

in.

mm

in.

mm

in.

mm

in.

mm

in.

mm

in.

mm

in.

in.

in.

lbs.

kgs.

6

20

508

21

533 18

 

7/16

468

10

254 10

 

1/2

267

6

152

6

 

1/2

165

 

3/4

 

3/4

 

3/4

340 154

8

25

 

3/8

645 26

 

3/8

670 21

 

3/4

  554

12

 

3/4

324 13

 

1/4

337

8

203

8

 

1/2

216

1

1

1

665 302

10

29

 

3/4

756 31

 

1/8

791 23

 

3/8

594

14

 

7/8

378 15

 

9/16

395

8

 

5/8

219 9

 

5/16

237

1

1

1

980 445

12

34

864 35

 

1/2

902 29

 

5/16

745

17

432 17

 

3/4

451

13

 

3/4

349 14

 

1/2

368

1

1

 

1/4

1

1720 780

14

39

991 40

 

1/2

1029 33

838

1

1

 

1/2

1

2600 1180

16

41 3/8

1051 43

 

1/2

1105 35

889

1

2

1

3300 1497

ACV Schematic - Series LF985GD 

Summary of Contents for AMES LF985GD Series

Page 1: ...al 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 condition...

Page 2: ...e pump starts and stops against an open valve Pump start up When the pump is signaled to start the 4 Way Solenoid is energized and directs fluid and pressure into the cover chamber above the diaphragm...

Page 3: ...ly This assembly is the only moving part within the valve allowing it to open or close as commanded by the pilot control system When pressure is applied to the upper diaphragm chamber and released fro...

Page 4: ...ure 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 1 4 1 6 1 2 1 0 8 6 4 3 2 1 2 2 1 2 1 0 8 6 4 3 2 1...

Page 5: ...e Iron 11 Diaphragm Buna N Nitrile 12 Inner Bearing Bolts 3 and Smaller ASTM A276 304 Stainless Steel 13 Inner Bearing Retainer 3 and Smaller ASTM A276 302 Stainless Steel 13A Bearing Retaining Ring 4...

Page 6: ...nter Angle Thread Angle 150 Angle 300 Angle Thread Angle 150 Angle 300 Port Size NPT Port Size NPT Port Size NPT Shipping Weights A B C D E F G H I J K L M in in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm in mm...

Page 7: ...EPDM optional Viton optional Voltage 24VDC 24VAC or 120VAC Enclosure General Purpose NEMA 4 standard Explosion Proof NEMA 6 6P 7 9 optional Action 4 Way Actuation Solenoid Action only Main valve actio...

Page 8: ...the valve opens or closes The adjustable collar is normally set to contact the trip arm when the main valve is closed The collar can be positioned on the stem by loosening the set screw to actuate the...

Page 9: ...n In the free flow direction the seat moves out of the flow path to all unrestricted flow Specifications Standard Flow Control Large Flow Control FLOW FLOW CLOSED Fluid Speed Controlled by Needle FLOW...

Page 10: ...ilot circuit speed controls 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...

Page 11: ...re 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 packi...

Page 12: ...switches at the desired point of valve travel Body Material Stainless Steel Elastomers Buna N standard EPDM optional Viton optional Enclosure NEMA 1 3 4 and 13 General Purpose standard NEMA 1 7 and 9...

Page 13: ...made during installation to protect the piping circuit from dam age Only remove the pilot control system from the valve if necessary Tubing and fittings should be kept clean and replaced exactly as re...

Page 14: ...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 OUT counterclockwise In...

Page 15: ...e flow goes into the lower chamber the Opening speed flow control restricts flow out of the upper cham ber of the main valve If valve opening is too slow turn the adjustment screw OUT counterclockwise...

Page 16: ...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 17: ...ation 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 Blo...

Page 18: ...em Nut examine stem threads for mineral build up Remove deposits with a fine wire brush Extreme care should be taken not to damage the finish on stem guiding surfaces when disassembling Avoid applying...

Page 19: ...s not work properly other costs resulting from labor charges delays vandalism negligence fouling caused by foreign material damage from adverse water conditions chemical or any other circumstances ove...

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