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PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
Be sure to read the information in this manual carefully
before you install the Apache pigPRO indicator
Use these precautions when installing
and adjusting the Apache pigPRO indicator:
Do not damage top threads of 2"
NPT ADAPTER.
Thread 316SS 2" NPT ADAPTER hand tight into
thread-O-let before tightly securing with pipe
wrench.
Do not strike the RESET BUTTON.
Do not tighten LOWER HOUSING to seal. LOWER
HOUSING unit should be turned only for PLUNGER
adjustment.
Prior to installing your Series 53 pigPRO
Visual/Electrical Indicator:
Cut/drill 1-1/4" coupon from the pipeline.
Center 2" 3000lb. thread-O-let over the opening
and weld to applicable codes.
Do not install or remove in a pressurized
pipeline without first acquiring the services of
a qualified hot tap specialist.
All Apache Pig Passage Indicators are shipped from
the factory assembled and tested.
APACHE pigPRO SERIES 53
Visual/Electrical Indicator with Manual/Auto Reset
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
NON-PRESSURIZED LINE APPLICATION
No disassembly or internal adjustment required when mounting onto a
non-pressurized line.
1. Apply thread sealant to bottom threads of 2" NPT ADAPTER and tighten clockwise the
MAIN ASSEMBLY with 2" NPT ADAPTER into 2" 3000 lb thread-O-let (Figure 1). Use pipe
wrench to securely tighten 2" NPT ADAPTER ensuring no damage to the threads occur.
2. Loosen LOCK SCREW on 2" NPT ADAPTER (Figure 2).
Note: There is no need to separate 2" NPT ADAPTER from the MAIN ASSEMBLY.
3. Adjust MAIN ASSEMBLY by turning UPPER HOUSING ASSEMBLY clockwise or counter
clockwise to attain INSTALL HEIGHT (Figure 3) marked on TAG located on UPPER
HOUSING ASSEMBLY.
Note: See back page for detailed drawing.
4. Tighten LOCK SCREW to secure MAIN ASSEMBLY and slide DUST SEAL onto 2" NPT
ADAPTER (Figure 4).
APACHE pigPRO KEY COMPONENTS
LIMIT SWITCH
RESET BUTTON
FLAG
UPPER HOUSING
INSTALL HEIGHT
TAG
LOWER HOUSING
PLUNGER
LOCK SCREW
2" NPT ADAPTER
UPPER HOUSING
ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 3
Top of lid
Install
Height
Top of pipe
PRESSURIZED LINE APPLICATION
On-stream installation requires portions of the pigPRO to be disassembled
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION - DISASSEMBLE
1. Remove RESET BUTTON by simultaneously applying upward pressure and turning
counter clockwise (Figure 5).
2. Remove two (2) screws allowing removal of LID (Figure 5).
Note: DO NOT remove JAM NUT or LOAD SPRING ADJUSTER from LID.
3. Remove LOAD SPRING from RESET ROD (Figure 5).
4. Remove LIMIT SWITCH.
5. With FLAG in "UP" position, remove RESET ROD and FLAG PUSH ROD (Figure 5).
6. Remove two (2) screws and lift UPPER HOUSING ASSEMBLY and DUST SEAL from
LOWER HOUSING (Figure 6).
7. Loosen LOCK SCREW and remove LOWER HOUSING from 2" NPT ADAPTER by
turning counter clockwise, ensuring it is not exposed to dirt or other contaminantes
(Figure 6).
8. Apply thread sealant tape to the outside top and bottom threads of 2" NPT
MAIN
ADAPTER and tighten into existing thread-O-let.
ASSEMBLY
Caution:
Do not apply sealant tape to internal threads
HOT TAP PROCEDURE
1. Utilizing a trained hot tap technician, connect hot tap apparatus to 2" NPT
ADAPTER and follow standard hot tapping procedures to drill and remove 1-1/4"
coupon.
Caution:
Careful not to scratch ID sealing surface upon removal of coupon.
2. Ensuring hot tap machine is depressurized above ball valve, disconnect and attach
Apache HOT TAP ADAPTER to LOWER HOUSING fastening with the two (2) screws
provided.
Note: The HOT TAP ADAPTER fits most industry hot tap machines.
3. Connect the LOWER HOUSING & HOT TAP ADAPTER to hot tap machine.
FIGURE 4
FIGURE 5
APACHE pigPRO KEY COMPONENTS
RESET BUTTON
SCREW
JAM NUT
LIMIT SWITCH
UPPER HOUSING
DUST SEAL
LOWER HOUSING
PLUNGER
LOCK SCREW
2" NPT ADAPTER
UPPER HOUSING
ASSEMBLY
4.
GENTLY
HOUSING to the 2" NPT ADAPTER. Do not gall threads. Ensure the
LOWER HOUSING is securely threaded & sealed to 2" NPT
ADAPTER prior to removal of hot tap equipment
5.
IMPORTANT
LOWER HOUSING prior to loosening screws to remove HOT TAP
ADAPTER.
FIGURE 6
FIGURE 7
LOAD SPRING
ADJUSTER
LID
MAIN
ASSEMBLY
FLAG
FLAG PUSH ROD
engage the stainless steel thread of the LOWER
to tighten LOCK SCREW to prevent removal of
APACHE HOT TAP ADAPTER
Not included
FIGURE 8
FIGURE 9
Top of lid
Install
Height
Top of pipe
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