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Watts AMES 960GD-15-17 Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual
Watts AMES 960GD-15-17 Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

Watts AMES 960GD-15-17 Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

Two-way flow altitude control valve with solenoid (on-off) override feature

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Installation, Operation and Maintenance
Model 960GD-15-17 / 660GD-15-17
Two-Way Flow Altitude Control Valve with Solenoid (On-Off) Override
Feature
Sizes: 11/4" to 24"
WARNING
!
Read this Manual BEFORE using this equipment.
Failure to read and follow all safety and use information
can result in death, serious personal injury, property
damage, or damage to the equipment.
Keep this Manual for future reference.
WARNING
!
Local building or plumbing codes may require modifica-
tions to the information provided. You are required to
consult the local building and plumbing codes prior
to installation. If the information provided here is not
consistent with local building or plumbing codes, the
local codes should be followed. This product must be
installed by a licensed contractor in accordance with
local codes and ordinances.
WARNING
!
Need for Periodic Inspection/Maintenance: This product
must be tested periodically in compliance with local codes,
but at least once per year or more as service conditions
warrant . All products must be retested once maintenance
has been performed . Corrosive water conditions and/or
unauthorized adjustments or repair could render the product
ineffective for the service intended . Regular checking and
cleaning of the product's internal and external components
helps assure maximum life and proper product function .
NOTICE
For Australia and New Zealand: Pipeline strainers should be
installed between the upstream shutoff valve and the inlet of
the backflow preventer.
It's important that this device be tested periodically in compli-
ance with local codes, but at least once per year or more as
service conditions warrant. If installed on a fire sprinkler system,
all mechanical checks, such as alarm checks and backflow
preventers, should be flow tested and inspected internally in
accordance with NFPA 13 and NFPA 25.

Table of Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Setting the Altitude Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Trouble Shooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Valve Disassembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
ACV Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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Summary of Contents for Watts AMES 960GD-15-17

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    IOM-A-ACV-960-15-17_660-15-17 Installation, Operation and Maintenance Model 960GD-15-17 / 660GD-15-17 Two-Way Flow Altitude Control Valve with Solenoid (On-Off) Override Feature Sizes: 11/4" to 24" WARNING Read this Manual BEFORE using this equipment. Failure to read and follow all safety and use information can result in death, serious personal injury, property damage, or damage to the equipment.
  • Page 2: Introduction

    Check to confirm that the sense line is installed and connected. Connect solenoid wiring leads to desired switching device, using safe, standard electrical practices. After installation, vent entrapped air from valve cover and pilot system by following instructions on Technical Bulletin. IOM-A-ACV-960-15-17_660-15-17 2115 EDP# 1917064 © 2021 Watts...
  • Page 3: Setting The Altitude Controls

    Tighten the fitting when liquid begins to vent (See Figure 1). Repeat the process until no air is trapped in the system. STEP 5 Switch the solenoid to the open position (de-energize solenoid). IOM-A-ACV-960-15-17_660-15-17 2115 EDP# 1917064 © 2021 Watts...
  • Page 4 If recovery of downstream pressure is too quick, as indicated in a rapid increase in pressure, possibly higher than the desired setpoint, turn the adjustment screw IN, clockwise, decreasing the rate of opening (See Figure 4A). Figure 4 Flow Control IOM-A-ACV-960-15-17_660-15-17 2115 EDP# 1917064 © 2021 Watts...
  • Page 5 OUT, counterclockwise, increasing the rate of closing (See Figure 4B). STEP 11 Switch solenoid to closed position (energize solenoid) to check Figure 5 that the main valve closes. Model 27 - Altitude Pilot IOM-A-ACV-960-15-17_660-15-17 2115 EDP# 1917064 © 2021 Watts...
  • Page 6: Maintenance Schedule

    Automatic Control Valve Maintenance Schedule To ensure peak performance and longevity of your automatic • Annual Maintenance control valve, Watts/Ames recommends following the below – Conduct monthly & quarterly inspections. standard maintenance schedule. – Inspect & clean all strainers. • Monthly Maintenance –...
  • Page 7 Check voltage at the solenoid Should be performed by actuate connection, insuring that it has licensed electrician the minimum of 85% of the coils rated voltage. Manual operated is engaged Turn manual operator counter- clockwise to disengage IOM-A-ACV-960-15-17_660-15-17 2115 EDP# 1917064 © 2021 Watts...
  • Page 8: Valve Disassembly Instructions

    5. Before removing Stem Nut, examine stem threads for mineral build-up. Remove deposits with a fine wire brush. Extreme care should be taken not to damage the finish on stem guiding surfaces when disassembling. Avoid applying pipe wrenches to top or bottom stem guide surfaces. IOM-A-ACV-960-15-17_660-15-17 2115 EDP# 1917064 © 2021 Watts...
  • Page 9 E Dia. 4 Holes Angle or 90 Apart Nut and Washer Channel Iron 2PLCS All-Thread B (Min) C TYP <3 PLCS> Valve Seat Valve Body D TYP <3 PLCS> 120 Apart Figure 7 Figure 6 IOM-A-ACV-960-15-17_660-15-17 2115 EDP# 1917064 © 2021 Watts...
  • Page 10 11. Test the integrity of the Seat Seal by following the Seat Seal Test procedure in previous section. 12. Return valve to service by following instructions on the Technical Bulletin matching the valve function. IOM-A-ACV-960-15-17_660-15-17 2115 EDP# 1917064 © 2021 Watts...
  • Page 11: Acv Schematic

    ASTM A743 CF8M (316) Stainless Steel Seat Screw** (8" and Larger) ASTM A276 304 Stainless Steel Seat Gasket* Buna-N (Nitrile) * Contained in Main Valve Repair Kit **Note: 6 inch and Smaller Valves, Seat Ring is threaded IOM-A-ACV-960-15-17_660-15-17 2115 EDP# 1917064 © 2021 Watts...
  • Page 12 USA: Backflow T: (978) 689-6066 • F: (978) 975-8350 • AmesFireWater.com USA: Control Valves T: (713) 943-0688 • F: (713) 944-9445 • AmesFireWater.com Canada: T: (888) 208-8927 • F: (905) 481-2316 • AmesFireWater.ca Latin America: T: (52) 55-4122-0138 • AmesFireWater.com IOM-A-ACV-960-15-17_660-15-17 2115 EDP# 1917064 © 2021 Watts...

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