Remove the bracket screw (5) to remove the
leverage bracket (3). Using a hex socket
remove the orifice (4) from the cover.
Inspect all parts for wear and damage. Minor
scratches and dents in the float are normal.
Some floats may contain sand for added weight
but if water is detected replace the float.
Carefully clean the orifice of scale. Replace
damaged parts.
REASSEMBLY
Clean all parts especially seating and sealing
surfaces before reassembling valve. Worn parts
should be replaced during re-assembly.
Apply Loctite
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PST thread sealant to orifice (4)
and thread into cover. Torque to maximum 22
ft-lbs.
Thread orifice button (7) all the way into lever
arm (11) and install hex nut (8) and lockwasher
(9) but do not tighten. Connect the lever arm
(11) and float arm (12) to the bracket (3) using
two spring pins.
Adjust the orifice button (7) so that the end of
the lever arm (11) nearest the orifice button is
about 1/16” (1.6mm) farther from the cover than
the opposite end when the orifice button (7) is
gently resting on the orifice (4). Secure by
tightening hex nut (8)
Secure float (21) to pivot link (15) using screw
(20) and lockwasher (9). Attach pivot link (15) to
float arm (12) using spring pin. Verify free
movement of linkage mechanism and that the
orifice button (7) presses against the orifice (4)
when the float is lifted and pulls away when it is
allowed to fall.
Lubricate and place O-ring (10) in cover (2) and
carefully place cover (2) on body (1) ensuring O-
ring is retained. Install the cover bolts (16) and
tighten in an alternating pattern.
Carefully introduce pressure and check for leaks
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Genuine replacement parts are available from
your local VAG/GA Industries representative or
from the factory:
VAG USA, LLC
234 Clay Avenue
Mars, PA 16046 USA
Telephone: 724-776-1020
Fax: 724-776-1254
E-mail:
Please have the nameplate data available when
ordering parts.
REPAIR KITS
Soft Goods Kit A922 (Part Number 2-80-11000-
006) includes Items 7, 8, 9 and 10
Linkage Kit AL922 (Part Number 2-80-11000-
082) includes Items 3, 5, 6, 11,12, 13, 14 and 15
WARRANTY:
The Warranty for GA Industries valves is
included in our Terms and Conditions which can
be found here:
https://gaindustries.com/terms
