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Watts LFM116-5 Installation Operation & Maintenance

Watts LFM116-5 Installation Operation & Maintenance

Pressure sustaining control valve with hydraulic check feature sizes: 11/4" to 24"

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Installation, Operation and Maintenance
Model LFM116-5/LFM6116-5
Pressure Sustaining Control Valve with Hydraulic Check 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 Pressure Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Trouble Shooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Valve Disassembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
ACV Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    IOM-ACV-116-5_6116-5 Installation, Operation and Maintenance Model LFM116-5/LFM6116-5 Pressure Sustaining Control Valve with Hydraulic Check 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

    LFM116-5 (Globe) Pressure Sustaining Control Valve with Hydraulic Check Feature Standard Components 1 – Main Valve (M100 – Single Chamber) 2 – Pressure Sustaining Control 3 – Adjustable Closing Speed 4 – Check Valve X – Isolation Cocks Operation The Combination Backpressure or Sustaining ACV with Hydraulic...
  • Page 3: Setting The Pressure Controls

    Air is vented through the air bleed valve or loosened fitting. Tighten the fitting when liquid begins to vent (See Figure 1). Repeat the process until no air is trapped in the system. Figure 1 Position Indicator IOM-ACV-116-5_6116-5 2115 EDP# 1917051 © 2021 Watts...
  • Page 4 Adjust the Sustaining Control screw IN, clockwise, until the inlet pressure begins to increase, or OUT, counterclockwise, to de- crease, stopping at the desired pressure (See Figure 2). Figure 2 PV20C — Pressure Sustaining Control IOM-ACV-116-5_6116-5 2115 EDP# 1917051 © 2021 Watts...
  • Page 5 IF recovery of downstream pressure is too quick, as indicated in a rapid increase in pressure, possibly higher than the desired set-point, turn the adjustment screw IN, clockwise, decreasing the rate of opening (See Figure 3). Figure 3 Flow Control IOM-ACV-116-5_6116-5 2115 EDP# 1917051 © 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 Blockage in main valve. Perform freedom of movement test; if valve does not close, disassemble and remove blockage. Worn/damaged valve seat. Perform seat sealing check; disassemble and inspect/repair seat if required. IOM-ACV-116-5_6116-5 2115 EDP# 1917051 © 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-ACV-116-5_6116-5 2115 EDP# 1917051 © 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 5 Figure 4 IOM-ACV-116-5_6116-5 2115 EDP# 1917051 © 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-ACV-116-5_6116-5 2115 EDP# 1917051 © 2021 Watts...
  • Page 11: Acv Schematic

    ACV Assembly Diagram – Series LFM116-5 NOTICE Installation: If unit is installed in any orientation other than horizontal (cover up) OR extreme space constraints exist, consult customer service prior to or at the time of order. Item Description Material Pipe Plug...
  • Page 12 Limited Warranty: Watts Regulator Co. (the “Company”) warrants each product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal usage for a period of one year from the date of original shipment. In the event of such defects within the warranty period, the Company will, at its option, replace or recondition the product without charge.

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