2.4 Installing the Unit
DO NOT install or operate the unit without first installing the external sand relief and sample outlet flexline. The external sand
relief is a safety relief valve required for safe installation and operation of the unit. Failure to install the external sand relief and
sample outlet flexline prior to installation and operation could damage the unit, injure the operator, or allow product to free
flow unchecked.
1.
Close all valves on the inFlow™ ACE.
2.
Secure the inFlow™ ACE to a full port pipeline isolation valve.
For long probes installed horizontally, Welker recommends field installation of bracing support for the outlet end of the probe
to offset the cantilever effect and prevent bending of the shaft. Any bracing or support installed should NOT contact the probe
shaft, as scratching or other damage to the shaft may lead to loss of integrity of the sealing surface.
Lubricator vent (drain) valve C on the lubricator body must be pointed down.
If the unit will be inserted manually, continue to step 3.
If the unit will be inserted using the optional insertion tool, proceed to step 7.
Manual Insertion
At pressures above 40 psig, the inFlow™ ACE cannot be safely inserted or retracted manually. To insert the inFlow™ ACE, the
pipeline pressure will need to be reduced to 40 psig or below.
At least two (2) people are required to correctly and safely insert the inFlow™ ACE into the pipeline.
3.
Slowly open the pipeline isolation valve. Check for leaks and repair as necessary.
4.
Using the alignment indicator rod, manually insert the shaft slowly into the pipeline. The alignment indicator rod should
be parallel to the pipeline.
5.
Secure the inFlow™ ACE in place by guiding the lock collar over the lockdown studs on the lubricator body and firmly
tightening the hex nuts (
DO NOT release the inFlow™ ACE until the lock collar has been secured to the lubricator body.
If the lock collar does not align with the lockdown studs, the inFlow™ ACE may be out of alignment. See
for instructions on properly aligning the unit.
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MODEL: INFLOW™ ACE MANUAL INSERTION
REV: G
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