Setting the Rate-of-Flow Control Valves
STEP 1
Pre-set pilots as noted:
Rate-of-Flow
– Adjust OUT, counterclockwise, to start valve at a lower flow rate.
Pressure Sustaining
– Turn Sustaining Control adjustment screw OUT, counterclockwise, backing pressure off the spring, to allow it to
stay open while adjusting the other controls.
Opening and Closing Speed
– Turn the adjustment screws on the Closing Speed and Opening Speed Controls, if the main valve is so
equipped, OUT, counterclockwise, 1½ to 2½ turns from full closed position.
STEP 2
To ensure proper operation, any trapped air will need to be
bled off the valve cover during startup. The ACV includes a
bleed valve, use a flat head screwdriver to slowly open the
valve (See Figure 1).
Step 3
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).
Repeat the process until no air is trapped in the system.
Step 4
Slowly open downstream isolation valve to establish flow through
the system.
Globe
Angle
Size (in)
1
1/4
1
1/2
2
21/2
3
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
20
24
A (in)
16
16
20
22
22
24
32
34
38
44
48
52
56
56
B (in)
10
10
12
14
14
16
24
26
28
30
34
40
48
48
Size (in)
1
1/4
1
1/2
2
2
1/2
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
Counterclockwise to OPEN
bleed valve
The following tables detail the recommended minimum valve servicing dimensions.
A
B
C
FLOW
FLOW
FLOW
D
FLOW
Valve Servicing Dimensions
Figure 1
Position Indicator
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