drw 875-400 1/89, 980123, 990804,010619; 090519; 090805PS; 090910PS; 090917PS

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

MODEL 873-400 REGULATOR
The model 873 is a piston type hand loading OPERATION
regulator. It utilizes a balanced poppet design for high Outlet pressure is adjusted by knob 10 (refer to
flow and minimum effect of inlet pressure on outlet drawing) to the desired value as read on the outlet
pressure. The poppet assembly is contained in a gauge. When reducing the pressure the regulator
cartridge with internal filtration for easy in-field will self vent via the vent hole near the cap. This is
changing. The regulator is self venting but is normal. When reducing set pressure reduce
optionally available without the vent. pressure to below the new setting then increase
SPECIFICATIONS pressure to the new setting. If in-field adjustment is
• Maximum inlet pressure 6000 PSI (40 to be avoided, the knob 10 can be replaced by a
MPa) bolt and lock nut. A 3/8" by 24 thread per inch bolt
• Outlet pressure 0 to400 PSI with a minimum thread length if one inch is required.
• Flow coefficient (Cv ) 0.8
(equivalent to 0.23" orifice)
MAINTANENCE & REPAIR
• Rise of outlet pressure with
CAUTION As with any regulator or valve,
particulates or moisture can plug or freeze the
drop of inlet pressure 10 PSI/1000 PSI
internal filter or valve seat.This can occur when up-
• Materials - body and cap - aluminum
stream dryers are not changed or remain unused for
internals - brass,stainless,
long periods allowing corossion materials to
seals, - KEL-F, Viton
• Fittings 1/4" FNPT inlet
accumulate. In critical applications where it is
important not to lose flow, a larger particulate filter
1/2" FNPT outlet
should be used upstream. Also an orifice such as
• Size 3" dia x 6" lg
the Aqua model 796 should be used downstream.
This reduces the tendency to freeze when moisture
INSTALLATION is present. Consult factory for details. The user
Use a suitable pipe thread sealant such as teflon tape should establish time intervals for changing the
on inlet and outlet threads. Avoid over torquing pipe
valve cartridge, filter and upstream dryers based on
thread. Normal torque applied with a 6 or 8 inch long
wrench is ample. Use ample teflon tape - 3 or 4 turns, experience and service conditions. No
not 1 or 2 turns. The inlet is on the left when facing representation is made herein as to time intervals as
the adjusting knob with the two gage ports upward. each use is unique. Back-up systems should be
An optional panel mounting nut is available (part no. used in very critical applications since field
952). This nut permits mounting the regulator using a maintenance is hard to insure. The poppet
1.25" hole in a panel or plate. The regulator is NOT cartridge 895 is a factory assembled item and
shipped oxygen clean and should NOT be used for should be replaced if required and not
oxygen service as provided. Consult the factory for disassembled unless absolutely necessary. Spare
details on oxygen service. The 1/2" port is the outlet. cartridges are available at a nominal cost and should
The 1/4" port adjacent to the 1/2" port is the outlet be kept on hand if rapid repairs are required. IN ALL
gauge port. The other two 1/4" ports are the inlet and CASES THE UNIT CAN BE RETURNED TO THE
inlet gauge ports. Either of these ports can be used FACTORY IF APPLICABLE OR DEALER FOR
as the inlet. Connect the inlet to the source gas such REPAIR UNDER WARRANTY OR AT A NOMINAL
as a high pressure storage tank. The outlet is capable CHARGE. Maintenance or repairs should only be
of being adjusted from 0 to 400 PSI. AN OUTLET done by qualified personnel in a clean environment
GUAGE AND RELIEF VALVE SET NO HIGHER THAN by following the drawings and parts lists herein.
400 PSI SHOULD BE CONNECTED TO THE If leakage occurs through the regulator or out the
OUTLET. A 1/2" NPT SIZE RELIEF VALVE SHOULD regulator vent, allow the inlet and outlet pressure to
BE USED FOR FULL PROTECTION. IF THE INLET equalize by shutting off the inlet. If leakage
PRESSURE CAN EXCEED 6000 PSI A RELIEF continues after the inlet and outlet equalize the
VALVE SHOULD ALSO BE INSTALLED AT THE vent seat 5 or piston seal 14 are leaking. Replace
INLET TO PREVENT EXCEEDING 6000 PSI. these. If leakage stops when the inlet and outlet
pressure equalize the poppet cartridge item 1 is
leaking. Replace this.

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ASSEMBLY & DISASSEMBLY - h. Screw cap 3 and body 2 together. Hold
cap 3 downward so seat 5 does not fall out
MODEL 873-400 REGULATOR
during assembly. Torque to 10 to 20 ft lbs
using a strap wrench or by hand.
ITEM QTY PART NO. DESCRIPTION i. Install spring guide 8. then bearing
1 1 895 poppet assy plate 11, then bearing12, then second
2 1 893 body bearing plate 11, then spring 13, then
3 1 879 cap spring guide 6 into cap as shown. Use
4 1 744 piston ample Slick 50 EP grease or equivilant on
5 1 946-1 vent seat (vented) the bearings. Silicone spray can be used to
1 1035-1 seat- not vented coat these parts and act as a preservative.
6 1 849 spring guide j. Screw cap 7 onto cap 3. Hold cap 7
7 1 903 cap downward so parts stay in place during
8 2 410 spring guide (n0te 4) assembly. Torque to about 20 ft lbs.
9 1 378-2 adjusting screw k. Install adjusting screw 9 and knob 10 as
10 1 379-30 knob shown using Slick 50 or EP grease.
11 2 379-37 bearing plate
12 1 379-38 bearing 4. Two item 8 are required for full spring
13 1 379-5 spring travel
14 1 876-24 seal (2-122) Vit. 75 5. model 873-400NA denotes fixed
15 1 876-15 seal (2-010) Vit. 90 adjustment and uses a bolt and locking nut
16 1 876-16 seal (2-020) Vit. 90 instead of items 9 and 10.
17 1 876-27 seal (2-135) Vit. 90 6. model 873-400NV denotes non vented
18 1 944 piston hsg regulator.
19 1 945 stop ring
20 1or2 952 mount nut - optional
21 979-400 REPAIR KIT - includes
items 1,5,14,15,16,17 10

NOTES
9
1. Technical bulletin - 874
895 poppet cartridge assy - drw 896 8
2. Use Dow silicone grease 111 or
11
equivalent on seals and threads except seal 20
14. Pack this area with Cristo-lub MCG 121. 7 6
Use Slick 50 EP grease or equivalent on 12
5
bearings 11 and 12 and on threads between
13
items 7 and 9.
4
3. ASSEMBLY 14
a. Clean all parts and insure there are no 3
visible chips or particulates.
15
b. Inspect vent seat 5 under 10X 1
magnification at sealing edge. Wipe clean 18
as required. 19
c. Install cartridge 1 with seal 16 in
housing 2. Torque to 10 to 20 ft lbs. 2
17
d. Install seal 14 on piston 4. Pack heavily
16
with Cristo-lub MCG 121.
Outlet Inlet
e. Carefully slide piston 4 into hsg 18 as
shown.
f. Install seal 15 and vent seat 5 into piston
as shown.
g. Install seal 17 as shown.
Model 873-400