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Watts AMES SilverBullet 4000SS-FS Series Instruction, Installation, Maintenance And Repair Manual
Watts AMES SilverBullet 4000SS-FS Series Instruction, Installation, Maintenance And Repair Manual

Watts AMES SilverBullet 4000SS-FS Series Instruction, Installation, Maintenance And Repair Manual

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Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Manual
SilverBullet
Reduced Pressure Zone Assemblies
Reduced Pressure Detector Assemblies
2
" – 6"
1
2
WA R NIN G
!
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
!
You are required to consult the local building and plumbing
codes prior to installation. If the information in this manual
is not consistent with local building or plumbing codes,
the local codes should be followed. Inquire with governing
authorities for additional local requirements.
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. If installed on
a fi re suppression system, all mechanical checks, such as alarms
and backfl ow preventers, should be fl ow tested and inspected in
accordance with NFPA 13 and/or NFPA 25. 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 components helps assure
maximum life and proper product function.
WARNING
!
The installation and maintenance of backflow assemblies
should be performed by a qualified, licensed technician.
Failure to do so may result in a malfunctioning assembly.
NOTICE
For Australia and New Zealand, line strainers should be installed
between the upstream shutoff valve and the inlet of the backflow
preventer.
Testing
For field testing procedure, refer to Ames installation sheets
IS-A-ATG-1 at www.amesfirewater.com.
For other repair kits and service parts, refer to the Backflow
Prevention Products Repair Kits & Service Parts price list
PL-A-RP-BPD at www.amesfirewater.com.
For technical assistance, contact your local Ames representative.
Series 4000SS-FS, 5000SS-FS
5000SS-OSY-FS
Series 4000SS-FS and 5000SS-FS are each equipped with an
integrated flood sensor that detects excessive relief valve discharges
and triggers notification of potential flood events.
NOTICE
An add-on connection kit is required to activate the integrated flood
sensor. Without the connection kit, the flood sensor is a passive
component and will not communicate with any other device.
(A retrofit sensor connection kit is also available for existing installa-
tions. See "Add-on and Retrofit Sensor Connection Kits," for
ordering details.)
NOTICE
The information contained herein is not intended to replace the full
product installation and safety information available or the experi-
ence of a trained product installer. You are required to thoroughly
read all installation instructions and product safety information
before beginning the installation of this product.
Inquire with governing authorities for local installation
requirements.
NOTICE
Use of the integrated flood sensor does not replicate the need to
comply with all required instructions, codes, and regulations related
to installation, operation, and maintenance of this product, including
the need to provide proper drainage in the event of a discharge.
Watts
is not responsible for the failure of alerts due to
®
connectivity or power issues.
RP/IS-A-4000SS/5000SS-FS

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Summary of Contents for Watts AMES SilverBullet 4000SS-FS Series

  • Page 1 For field testing procedure, refer to Ames installation sheets IS-A-ATG-1 at www.amesfirewater.com. Watts is not responsible for the failure of alerts due to ® connectivity or power issues.
  • Page 2 Installation Guidelines Indoor Installation NOTICE The flange gasket bolts for the gate valves should be retightened during installation as the bolts may have loosened due to storage and shipping. Assembly body should not be painted. • Before installing any Ames assembly, flush the line thoroughly to remove all debris, chips, and other foreign objects.
  • Page 3 Servicing the First and Second Checks Figure 2 WARNING Depressurize valve before servicing. Before servicing, be certain the shutoff valves are closed. Then use the following procedure to remove the check assemblies. Screwdriver 1. Slowly open all ball valves to relieve air and water pressure. Loosen the bolts on the groove coupler and remove the groove coupling and cover plate from the valve body.
  • Page 4 Servicing the Relief Valve 6. Grip the sleeve and the piston assembly by the head of the hex WARNING head bolt. Pull up on the sleeve to extend the diaphragm. Slide the sleeve (item 26) completely off the diaphragm and inspect the Depressurize valve before servicing.
  • Page 5 Testing Reduced Pressure Zone Assemblies Follow the requirements of each test when performed to ensure successful installation, operation, and maintenance of the Ball Type Test Valves backflow preventer. Test No.1 Purpose: To test check valve No. 2 for tightness against reverse flow.
  • Page 6: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION Assembly discharges from differential relief valve during Fouled first check Disassemble and clean check valve #1 no flow condition Fluctuating inlet pressure Control supply line water pressure Install a soft-seated, spring-loaded check valve upstream of the assembly Outlet pressure higher than inlet pressure and leak in Disassemble and clean check valve #2 and identify cause check valve #2...
  • Page 7 Add-on and Retrofit Sensor Connection Kits for Building Management Systems ORDERING CODE ADD-ON/RETROFIT KIT DESCRIPTION 88009418 FP-BF-BMS-21/2-10 Includes sensor activation module with cable, ground wire, and power adapter. Use BMS Sensor Connection Kit this kit to activate the integrated flood sensor and enable flood detection capabilities Series 4000SS-FS on the relief valve of a new installation linked to a BMS controller (not included).
  • Page 8 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 RP/IS-A-4000SS/5000SS-FS 2250 7020350 © 2022 Watts...

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