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LPRS10,15 USER MANUAL Read the complete manual before installing and using the regulator. (LP)RS10, 15 User Manual Rev.date: 20-09-2010...
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WARNING INCORRECT OR IMPROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. Due to the variety of operating conditions and applications for this product, the user is solely responsible for making the final proper decisions concerning the correct assembly and functioning of the product and assuring that all the performance, safety and warning requirements are met.
CONTENTS Introduction ............................. 1 Detailed description ........................1 Special features and options ......................1 Typical picture of the standard LPRS10 and its components ............2 Installation ............................3 Points of attention before installation ....................
1 Introduction Detailed description This regulator is a diaphragm sensing spring loaded pressure regulator, designed for low pressure, medium flow gases and liquids. It is ideal for highly accurate control of pressure because of it’s large effective sensing area. The regulator comprises a body and spring housing bolted together and has a removable seat and valve. The product is designed to be used between -20 °C and +80 °C, whether ambient temperature or media temperature.
Typical picture of the standard LPRS10 and its components body diaphragm suction tube springhousing diaphragm plate ring bodyplug o-ring valve case back-up ring valve stem o-ring top cover o-ring o-ring bottom cover seat set spring valve spring springguide ring bodyplate ball socket head cap screw retaining ring...
The standard connection of the LPRS15 is 1½ " bspp parallel female. To get a proper sealing across the thread, SWAGELOK B.V. recommends using bonded seal rings. Securely make the appropriate connections to the regulator in accordance with the procedures recommended by the manufacturer of the connections.
3 Operation Required tools for operation For changing the set pressure on a standard regulator, an “open end wrench 19mm” is required. Preset regulators have a sealed adjustment screw and are factory set to specific user requirements. Points of attention before operation The product can be hot or cold, depending on the environment temperature and the used media temperature.
INCORRECT OR IMPROPER REPAIR OR SERVICING OF THIS PRODUCT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. SWAGELOK B.V. recommends the product to be removed from the system and to be shipped to SWAGELOK B.V. for service or maintenance as all products must pass rigid acceptance tests before leaving the factory.
Points of attention before assembly All parts must be clean and undamaged before starting assembly. SWAGELOK B.V. recommends replacing all o-rings and the diaphragm before assembly. All threaded parts must be lubricated a little before assembly, this to avoid galling of threads.
Recommended torques Only tighten the bolts or parts if the regulator is completely pressure less. Hexagon socket head screws M6 15 Nm Bodyplug 50 Nm Testing Check the regulator for leakage across the seat, with low- and high inlet pressure. Check the regulator for leakage across the diaphragm, with low- and high outlet pressure.
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Maintain a constant inlet pressure to the regulator. See section “operation” about dependency. Warranty Information Swagelok products are backed by The Swagelok Limited Lifetime Warranty. For a copy, visit swagelok.com or contact your authorized Swagelok representative. (LP)RS10, 15 User Manual Rev.date: 20-09-2010...
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