Installation and

Maintenance
Manual for the
®
ASHCROFT Type ®

1305D Deadweight
Tester and Type
1327D Portable
Pump

I&M002-10095 4/02 (250-1526) Rev. 7/05

Ashcroft® Installation and Maintenance Manual 1.0 PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF MANUAL
for the Ashcroft® Type 1305D Deadweight Tester This manual is provided to guide users of Model 1305D
and Type 1327D Portable Pump and 1327D pressure testing devices in:
INDEX (1) installing the equipment
Section Description (2) Routine operations
1. Scope of Manual Safety Precautions The instructions in this manual are designed to be per-
2. Product Description 1305 formed by qualified instrument maintenance personnel.
Theory of Operation Ashcroft Inc. does not recommend troubleshooting or
Construction repairs beyond the scope of this manual. Problems that
Specifications cannot be remedied by following the instructions in this
Product Description 1327 manual should be referred to the manufacturer. Immediate
Theory of Operation assistance can often be supplied by telephone. Defective
Construction components will be repaired or replaced by the manufac-
Specifications turer at his discretion and will be returned to the user by
3. Inspection the same mode of shipment. Airmail or air express is rec-
Installation 1305 ommended for urgent shipments. Returned goods should
Operation 1305 be accompanied by information requested in Section 6.
Installation 1327 Contact Customer Service at:
Operation 1327 Ashcroft Inc.
4. Factors Affecting Operation of Deadweight 250 East Main Street
Testers Stratford, CT 06614
5. Maintenance Instructions Phone: (203) 378-8281
6. Warranty Fax: (203) 385-0402
Shipping Instructions www.ashcroft.com
List of Illustrations email: [email protected]
Figure 1-1 1.1 Safety Precautions
Figure 1-2 Pressure Testing Equipment must be selected and used in
Figure 2-1 accordance with recognized industry codes and safety
Figure 2-2 practices to avoid the possibility of misuse or misapplica-
Figure 5-1 tion which could result in personal injury or property dam-
age. Personnel responsible for selection and installation
should also be familiar with the safety recommendations of
ASME B40.1 that apply to elastic pressure elements and
their application in general and specific services. ASME
B40.1 is available from:
ANSI or ASME
1430 Broadway 345 47th Street
New York, NY 10018 New York, NY 10017
1. Pressure – Select a range so that the maximum
applied pressure will never exceed the upper range limit.
2. Vibration – Excessive vibration could cause a loosen-
ing of components and abnormal wear resulting in loss of
instrument accuracy or failure to provide valid data.
3. Temperature – Operation of the instrument in an envi-
ronment where temperatures are in excess of design rat-
ings may result in loss of accuracy and failure.
4. Process – Pressure boundary materials must be resis-
tant to the process media. Failure to assure compatibility
may result in pressure boundary deterioration or failure.
Instruments operated at high pressure or with potentially
hazardous service, such as oxygen, should be carefully
selected in accordance with recognized industry codes
and the recommendations of ASME B40.1.
2.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION –
THEORY OF OPERATION – CONSTRUCTION
2.1.2 Product Description
2.1.3 Construction
The Ashcroft Type 1305D Dual Range Deadweight testers
are precision built primary pressure standards, used for
testing, setting, calibrating or repairing pressure measur-
ing devices within the test points 15 psi (100kPa) to
10,000 psi (70,000kPa).
The deadweight tester consists of a two stage hydraulic 2.1.3 Specifications – 1305D
pump containing a manifold which is pressurized during Accuracy: Combined tolerance of weights and piston and
operation. Integral to the pump is a shuttle valve that cylinder assemblies within 0.1% of reading. Weight toler-
allows the operator to regulate the speed of pressure ance within 0.05% of mass. Piston and cylinder is within
increase. One connection to the manifold includes a cylin- 0.05% of rated mean effective area.
der and a free-floating precision machined piston with a Deadweight: Non-magnetic die cast zinc alloy. Total
plate for holding calibrated weights. A second connection weight to produce maximum pressure of 10,000 psi
to the manifold accommodates a gauge or other pressure (70,000kPa) is 125 lbs. (56.7 kg).
measuring device to be calibrated or checked. Piston & Cylinder Assemblies: High strength stainless
Incorporated into the manifold is a hand operated dis- steel piston and cylinder with brass collar and aluminum
placement valve that allows small adjustments in fluid vol- weight platform.
ume to be made without further operation of the pump Pump: Two stage, lever operated generates 10,000 psi
handle or release valve. (70,000 kPa) with 28 pounds (12.7 kg) of force on lever
The tester is dual range having two interchangeable piston handle.
and cylinder assemblies. One is a low pressure piston Pump Body: Aluminum, corrosion inhibited and coated
having an effective area five times larger than that of the with baked blue epoxy finish.
high pressure piston. The low pressure piston is used for Shuttle Valve: Stainless steel bypass valve that controls
making measurements below 2,000 psi (14,000 kPa). The rate of pressure increase and reduces operator effort
high pressure piston, with an area 1/5 that of the low pres- when working at high pressure.
sure piston, is used to measure pressure through 10,000 Displacement Valve: A fine pitched threaded valve rod
psi (70,000 kPa). The weight masses are pre-measured permitting vernier adjustments to fluid volume and provide
and identified with the pressure values they produce when precise pressure changes or adjustment of piston travel.
operated with the interchangeable piston and cylinder Limit stops prevent rod removal during normal operation.
assemblies. Mounting: Four bench mounting holes located in base for
positive mounting to any level surface.
Pressure calibration points produced by the deadweight Instrument Connections: Two coned pipe assemblies
tester are accurate to within ± 0.1% of the reading certified provide vertical calibration capability for back and lower
traceable to the N.I.S.T. The tester provides consistent, connected gauges. Standard 1⁄4 inch internal NPT and 1⁄2
repeatable accuracy, maintaining its pressure for an appre- inch inter NPT fitting adapters are supplied.
ciable length of time regardless of temperature changes, Operating Fluid: 1305D – Light grade machine oils, auto-
slight leaks in the pressure system, or changes in volume motive petroleum base SAE 20 oils or other equivalent flu-
of the pressurized system due to movement of a Bourdon ids suitable for use with Buna N O-ring materials. 1.5 pints
tube or other device. required (.7 liters).
A hand jack set, three wrenches, spare O-rings, and a 1305DH – Most hydraulic oils of phosphate ester base,
special adapter for making connections to pressure outlets brake fluids, skydrol, pydraul etc., suitable for use with
that do not accommodate cone pipe seating, are included Butyl or Ethylene-Propylene O-ring materials. 1.5 pints
with each unit. required (.7 liters).
All deadweight testers are supplied with lower and back 2.1.4 Certification:
connection offset pipe assemblies, with pipe adapters for Standard (CD-3) – Certificate of NIST traceability
1
⁄4 NPT or 1⁄2 NPT connections. (accuracy/traceability statement only).
An all metal, double-latched, top handle carrying case is Optional (CD-5) – Certification document includes actual
supplied with the complete tester for all fittings and attach- (as left) weight values for each weight and piston, piston
ments. Deadweights are packed in metal, double-latched diameter values, environmental data and NIST test
storage-carrying boxes. numbers. Set includes numbered weights.
2.1.2 Theory of Operation – 1305D 2.2 Product Description 1327D
The theory behind a deadweight tester can be expressed 2.2.1 Construction
as simply as force acting upon a known area. Pressure The Ashcroft Type 1327D Portable Test Pumps are
produced by the pump is distributed by the manifold, to the rugged, versatile pressure transfer standards, used for
base of a precision machined piston and to a device being testing, setting, calibrating or repairing pressure measur-
calibrated or checked. Pre-selected weights loaded onto ing devices with ranges up to 10,000 psi (70,000kPa). A
the piston platform are acted upon by gravity and develop selection of high accuracy test gauges, with a precision of
a force that is to be equally opposed by the fluid pressure ±0.25% of span, are supplied as the standard to which the
from the pump. When equilibrium is achieved, the pres- device under test is compared.
sure value is known, it being a direct result of the sum of
the forces from the weights, piston platform and the piston The main component to the tester is a two stage hydraulic
divided by the effective area of the piston and cylinder pump containing a manifold which is pressurized during
assembly. operation. Integral to the pump is a shuttle valve that
allows the operator to regulate the speed of pressure
With the 1305D two piston and cylinder assemblies are increase. One connection to the manifold has a straight
supplied, one having an effective area 1/5 of the other. pipe with a precision test gauge attached serving as the
When using the smaller piston and cylinder assembly, five reference standard. A second connection to the manifold
times more pressure is required to oppose the force of a accommodates a gauge or other pressure measuring
constant mass being acted upon by gravity. For this rea- device to be calibrated or checked. Incorporated into the
son the masses supplied with the tester are stamped with manifold is a hand operated displacement valve that
two pressure values, the value being contingent on the allows small adjustments in fluid volume to be made with-
effective area of the piston and cylinder assembly selected. out further operation of the pump handle or release valve.
 Model Piston Assembly Piston Net
Number Pressure Range Piston Area Value Number of Weights by Value Weight
High L-5 L-10 L-20 L-40 L-100
psi Type Low High Low High Low lbs. kg.
H-25 H-50 H-100 H-200 H-500
1305D-10
1305DH-10 15/200 75/1000 5 25 1 3 2 3 -- 60 27
1305D-20
1305DH-20 15/400 75/2000 5 25 1 3 2 3 2 70 32
1305D-30 .0625 in.2 .0125 in.2
1305DH-30 15/600 75/3000 (.4032) (.0806) 5 25 1 3 2 3 4 85 39
1305D-50
1305DH-50 15/1000 75/5000 5 25 1 3 2 3 8 105 48
1305D-100
1305DH-100 15/2000 75/10000 5 25 1 3 2 3 18 175 80
Model Piston Assembly Piston Net
Number Pressure Range Piston Area Value Number of Weights by Value Weight
M METRIC RANGES ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE – INFORMATION FOR REFERENCE ONLY
L-.5 L-1 L-2 L-4 L-5
kg/cm2 Type Low High Low High Low High lbs. kg.
H-2.5 H-5 H-10 H-20 H-25
1305DM-20
1305DMH-20 1/20 -- .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 2 63 29
1305DM-100
1305DMH-100 1/20 5/100 .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 2 65 30
1305DM-150 .0625 in.2 .0125 in.2
1305DMh-150 1/30 5/150 (.4032) (.0806) .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 4 75 34
1305DM-350
1305DMH-350 1/70 5/350 .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 12 105 48
1305DM-700
1305DMH-700 1/140 5/700 .5 2.5 2 1 2 1 26 175 80
Model Piston Assembly Piston Net
Number Pressure Range Piston Area Value Number of Weights by Value Weight
L-.5 L-1 L-2 L-4 L-5
bar Type Low High Low High Low High lbs. kg.
H-2.5 H-5 H-10 H-20 H-25
1305DB-20
1305DBH-20 1/20 -- .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 2 63 29
1305DB-100
1305DBH-100 1/20 5/100 .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 2 65 30
1305DB-150 .0613 in.2 .0123 in.2
1305DBH-150 1/30 5/150 (.3954) (.0791) .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 4 75 34
1305DB-350
1305DBH-350 1/70 5/350 .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 12 105 48
1305DB-700
1305DBH-700 1/140 5/700 .5 2.5 2 1 2 1 26 175 80
Model Piston Assembly Piston Net
Number Pressure Range Piston Area Value Number of Weights by Value Weight
L-50 L-100 L-200 L-400 L-500
Pascal Type Low High Low High Low High lbs. kg
H-250 H-500 H-1000 H-2000 H-2500 .
1305DA-2000
1305DAH-2000 100/2000 -- 50 250 1 1 2 1 2 63 29
1305DA-10000
1305DAH-10000 100/2000 500/10000 50 250 1 1 2 1 2 65 30
1305DA-15000 .0613 in.2 .0123 in.2
1305-DAH-15000 100/3000 500/15000 (.3954) (.0791) 50 250 1 1 2 1 4 75 34
1305DA-35000
1305DAH-35000 100/700 500/35000 50 250 1 1 2 1 12 105 48
1305DA-70000
1305DAH-70000 100/14000 500/70000 50 250 2 1 2 1 26 175 80
Dimensions in ( ) are square centimeters

TABLE 2-1
Pressure values produced by the pump are able to be 1327DH – Most hydraulic oils of phosphate ester base,
clearly read to within ±0.25% accuracy of the span of the brake fluids, skydrol, pydraul etc., suitable for use with
precision test gauge selected for testing. Certification of Butyl or Ethylene-Propylene O-ring materials. 1.5 pints
test gauge accuracy traceable to the N.I.S.T., is available required (.7 liters).
upon request. A hand jack set, three wrenches, spare O- 1327DO – Distilled water with compatible corrosion
rings, and special adapter for making connections to pres- inhibitor. A .1% solution of sodium dichromate is a suitable
sure outlets that do not accommodate cone pipe seating, inhibitor. 1.5 pints required (.7 liters).
are included with each unit.
2.2.4 Certification:
Test pump accessories include lower and back connection Standard – Master gauges are calibrated on NIST trace-
offset pipe assemblies, with pipe adapters for 1⁄4 and 1⁄2 able standards, no certification documentation provided.
NPT connections.
Optional (CD-4) – Individual certified calibration chart
An all metal, double-latched, top handle carrying case is (NIST traceable) for each master gauge.
supplied with the complete tester to hold all fittings and
attachments. 3.0 SETTING UP THE TESTER
2.2.2 Theory of Operation – 1327D 3.1 Inspection
The operating principle behind the 1327D Test Pump is a 3.1.1 Component Check 1305D
simple form of comparison. Pressure produced by the The deadweight tester, as shipped from the factory, con-
pump is equally distributed by the manifold to a test gauge tains all of the components necessary for operation except
and to a device being calibrated or checked. The reading pump fluid. Depending upon the model and pressure
of the test gauge serves as the reference to which other range selected, the total number of weights, weight boxes
device readings are compared against. and piston and cylinder assemblies will vary. Refer to
Selection of the test gauge range is the determining factor Specifications, Section 2.1, Table 2-1 for model clarifica-
in establishing the precision to which a comparison check tion.
is to be made. Test gauge accuracy is expressed as a per- 3.1.2 Component Check 1327D
centage of its span. The portable test pump, as shipped from the factory, con-
Proper selection of the test gauge range must be made to tains all of the components necessary for operation except
minimize the amount of the unit error. If a 5,000 psi pump fluid. Depending upon the model and pressure
(35,000kPa) range test gauge were used to test devices range selected, the total number and their ranges will vary.
whose span values were less than a fourth of the test Refer to Specifications , Section 2.2, Table 2-3 for model
gauge range, the unit error of 12.5 psi (87kPa) would be clarification.
greater than 1% of the test pressure. Therefore, it is impor- 3.1.3 Claim for Missing or Damaged Goods
tant to select a test gauge that has a full scale range equal In the event it is determined that an item is missing or
to or only slightly in excess of the pressure value to be damaged, contact Customer Service immediately at the
measured. address indicated in Section 1.0. Damaged merchandise
2.2.3 Specifications – 1327D and the packaging materials must be held for inspection
Accuracy: 1⁄4% of 1% of test gauge span. by authorized Ashcroft Inc. personnel or the responsible
carrier. Disposition of damaged or missing goods will be
Test Gauges: Ashcroft solid front type 45-1082-02L-XAZ, determined after inspection has been performed on loca-
41⁄2˝ dial size (120mm case). Bourdon tube materials for tion, or at the discretion of the manufacturer, at the factory.
1327D and DH are bronze and Monel. Bourdon tube Inspection may be waived if circumstances, as judged by
materials for 1327DO are bronze and Monel. the manufacturer, preclude its necessity.
Pump: Two stage, lever operated generates 10,000 psi 3.2 Installation Type 1305D
(70,000kPa) with 28 pounds (12.7kg) of force on lever
handle. 3.2.1 Set-up Procedure (See Figure 2-1)
To remove the tester from the case, release the spring clip,
Pump Body: Aluminum, corrosion inhibited and coated depressing the clip by hand, grasp the pump reservoir and
with baked blue epoxy finish. lift up the back end of the pump assembly.
Shuttle Valve: Stainless steel bypass valve that controls Having removed the pump assembly from its carrying
rate of pressure increase and reduces operator effort case, remove the two plastic shipping plugs.
when working at high pressure.
Select a lower connection (64) or back connection (66) off-
Displacement Valve: A fine pitched threaded valve road set pipe and connect to inner pump body outlet as shown
permitting vernier adjustments to fluid volume to provide in Fig. 2-1.
precise changes. Limit stops prevent road removal during
normal operation. Remove the reservoir filler plug (35) and fill reservoir with
operating fluid.
Mounting: Four bench mounting holes located in base for
positive mounting to any level surface. 3.2.2 Bench Space Required (See Figure 1-1)
Allow a space:
Instrument Connections: Two coned pipe assemblies 10 inches (25.4 cm) width
provide vertical calibration capability for back and lower 27 inches (68.6 cm) depth
connected gauges. Standard 1⁄4 inch internal NPT and 1⁄2 22 inches (55.9 cm) height – allows for maximum load of
inch internal NPT fitting adapters are supplied. deadweights
Operating Fluid: 1327D – Light grade machine oils, auto- 3.2.3 Storage Space Required
motive petroleum base SAE 20 oils or other equivalent flu- One Tester Box:
ids suitable for use with Buna N O-ring materials. 1.5 pints 101⁄2 inch (2.6 cm); 221⁄2 inch (57 cm) depth; 10 inch (25
required (.7 liters). cm) height
Unit Of Model Tools & Net Weight
Measure Number Case Access. Gauge Range(s) Included lbs. kg
1327*
1327H* – – – – – – 12 5
1327O
1327D
1327DH X X – – – – 34 15
1327DO
1327DG-2
1327DGH-2 X X 0/150 – – – 36 16
1327DGO-2
1327DG-6
1327DGH-6 X X 0/150 0/600 – – 38 17
1327DGO-6
psig
1327DG-50
1327DGH-50 X X 0/150 0/600 0/5000 – 40 18
1327DGO-50
1327DG-100
1327DGH-100 X X 0/150 0/600 0/5000 0/10000 42 19
1327DGO-100
1327DMG-10
1327DMGH-10 X X 0/10 – – – 36 16
1327DMGO-10
1327DMG-40
1327DMGH-40 X X 0/10 0/40 – – 38 17
1327DMGO-40
kg/cm2
1327DMG-250
1327DMGH-250 X X 0/10 0/40 0/250 – 40 18
1327DMGO-250
1327DMG-600
1327DMGH-600 X X 0/10 0/40 0/250 0/600 42 19
1327DMGO-600
1327DBG-10
1327DBGH-10 X X 0/10 – – – 36 16
1327DBGO-10
1327DBG-40
1327DBGH-40 X X 0/10 0/40 – – 38 17
1327DBGO-40
bar
1327DBG-250
1327DBGH-250 X X 0/10 0/40 0/250 – 40 18
1327DBGO-250
1327DBG-600
1327DBGH-600 X X 0/10 0/40 0/250 0/600 42 19
1327DBGO-600
1327DAG-1000
1327DAGH-1000 X X 0/1000 – – – 36 16
1327DAGO-1000
1327DAG-4000
1327DAGH-4000 X X 0/1000 0/4000 – – 38 17
Pascal 1327DAGO-4000
(kPa) 1327DAG-25000
1327DAGH-25000 X X 0/1000 0/4000 0/25000 – 40 18
1327DAGO-25000
1327DAG-60000
1327DAGH-60000 X X 0/1000 0/4000 0/25000 0/60000 42 19
1327DAGO-60000
*Includes Test Pump Only

TABLE 2-2
One Weight Box: the handle is being raised). Push the shuttle valve in
10 inch (25 cm) width; 10 inch (25 cm); 10 inch (25 cm) towards the pump body and continue pumping to the
height desired test pressure. Open the release valve (37) to vent
Storage space dimensions are larger than actual size of the pressure. To check operation pull the shuttle valve out-
tester carrying case and deadweight carrying case by ward, close the release valve and operate the pump han-
approximately _ inch, (1.3 cm), in order to facilitate ease of dle several times. When handle resistance is felt, push the
handling in storage. shuttle valve inward and continue pumping within the
range of the test device.
Note: For catalog numbers 1305D, DH-100, 1305DM,
DMH-150, 1305DB, DBH-700 and 1305DA, DAH- Entrapped air will prevent the pump from operating in the
700 allow storage space for two weight boxes. high pressure valve position or cause it to achieve only
partial pressure. Repeat the above bleed procedure as
3.3 Operation 1305D necessary to assure all air is removed. Once air is
3.3.1 Piston and Cylinder Selection removed the pump will continue to operate without further
The 1305D Tester is a dual range device in that most attention providing the reservoir level is maintained.
-models utilize two interchangeable piston and cylinder 3.3.3 Weights
assemblies for measurement of pressure throughout the The weight set consists of a selection of various masses
entire range. Each piston and cylinder assembly has a that will produce desired pressure increments when oper-
minimum and maximum operating range. First, determine ated with the appropriate piston and cylinder assembly.
what pressure points need to be measured and select the Each weight is stamped with two pressure values. When
appropriate assembly. The pressure range of the assem- applied to the high pressure piston and cylinder assembly
blies is shown in Table 2-1. When priming the pump the the equivalent pressure value is indicated next to the letter
high pressure piston and cylinder assembly should be used. “H”. Conversely, when applied to the low pressure piston
3.3.2 Priming the Pump and cylinder assembly the equivalent pressure value is
The offset pipe (64 or 66 Figure 2-1) should already be indicated next to the letter “L”. The piston and piston plat-
secured in place and the reservoir should contain the form also contribute to the total mass. Their equivalent
operating fluid (refer to Installation Section 3.2). pressure value is stamped on the top of the platform.
Close the release valve (37) by turning it clockwise and During normal operation, selected weights are added to
open the air vent by loosening the filler plug (35) a few the plate and piston assembly to equal the desired pres-
turns. The shuttle valve (51) should be pulled outward sure value.
from the pump body, the end of the knob approximately 3.3.4 Levelness
even with the edge of drip pan. In this position the high The deadweight tester must be level to function properly.
volume displacement mode is selected and the pump is The unit may be leveled by placing a bubble type level on
self-priming. Operate the pump handle several times using top of the piston plate and revolving it slowly. Shims may
full strokes, until you see fluid appear in the outer pump be used between drip pan and bench to level the piston
body outlet. plate. The unit is level when the position of the bubble
The cone seat (82) is located in the base of the outer- does not change within the glass as it is rotated on top of
pump body outlet and serves as the sealing surface the piston assembly.
between the bottom of the piston and cylinder assembly 3.3.5 Making the Test
and the pump body. Confirm the coned end of the seat is Add weight to the piston plate to give desired calibrating
facing up and the cylindrical end of it is facing down. pressure.
Thread the high pressure piston and cylinder assembly
(79) or (67) into the outer body outlet as shown, using the Pull the shuttle valve (51) outward from the body and close
wrenches provided. the pressure release valve (37). Operate the pump handle
until the fluid pressure forces the piston to raise the
Operate the pump handle a few more times until fluid is weights. When pumping, the weights should be rotated
observed at the end of the offset pipe. Connect the gauge slowly to decrease cylinder wall friction. If pump handle
or other device to be tested to the offset pipe. For purpos- resistance is difficult and the weights have not risen, push
es of priming, the device must be designed to withstand the shuttle valve inward and continue pumping. With the
the full operating pressure of 10,000 psi (70,000kPa). If a shuttle valve pushed in, the fluid displacement of each
lower range device must be used, extreme care must be stroke is reduced, thereby requiring less effort to continue
exercised to avoid overpressuring its pressure element. pumping.
Seal the connection to the device by tightening nut adapter
(62) and adapter (60) until the coned end of the pipe is The piston assembly has a maximum lift of 3⁄4 inch (1.9
forced into its inlet. If necessary, rotate the device for view- cm). It is recommended that readings be taken at mid-
ing by loosening nut adapter (62), set it to the proper posi- point, or 3⁄8 inch (1 cm) lift. Small adjustments to the piston
tion and retighten nut adapter. lift can be made with the pump handle or the displacement
valve (41).
Again, operate the pump handle a few more times. After a
few strokes positive pressure will develop and the pump Improper readings will result if the piston plate is so low
handle will begin to resist pumping action. Raise the pump that it rests on the bushing, or so high that the internal
handle to its uppermost travel position. Loosen the bleed stop on the piston assembly is touching the underside of
screw (30) a half turn counter clockwise and slowly oper- the bushing.
ate the pump handle through a downward stroke until fluid Spin the weights by hand and take readings only when the
flows steadily from the bleed vent. Close the bleed screw weights are spinning. Speed of rotation is unimportant,
just prior to completing the downward handle motion. although a slow speed is more convenient and
Repeat this action until no air bubbles are observed in the recommended.
fluid flow. (Note – the bleed screw must be closed when To release pressure, turn valve (37) counterclockwise slowly.
Figure 2-1 Ashcroft Portable Deadweight Tester 1305D
3.3.6 To Dismantle the gauge socket. Rotate the gauge for viewing by loosen-
To replace the tester in its case, remove the gauge offset ing nut adapter (62), setting the gauge to the desired posi-
pipe assembly (64 or 66) and the piston and cylinder tion, and re-tightening nut adapter.
assembly (67 or 79). Install shipping plugs in body outlet Repeat the above procedure to connect the gauge being
holes. Screw in the displacement valve (41) until it stops. tested to the offset pipe assembly (64) or (66).
Close the vent plug (35). Open the release valve (37)
approximately _ turn. Replace the tester in its case, reser- 3.4.3 Bench Space Required
voir last. Engage the spring clip catch. Allow a space:
10 inch (2.5 cm) width
3.3.7 General Precautions 23 inch (5.8 cm) depth
It is important that the deadweight tester be connected to 22 inch (5.6 cm) height allows for testing gauges up to 8.5
a leak tight system. inch (250 mm) size
The deadweight tester should be set-up so that the axis of 3.4.4 Storage Space Required
the located piston is vertical, the weights carefully cen- 101⁄2 inch (27 cm) width
tered on that axis, and the piston rotated during use. The 221⁄2 in (57 cm) depth
purpose of the rotation is to spread the lubricant over the 10 inch (25 cm) height
entire surface between piston and cylinder, so that there
will be no metal-to-metal contact. If rotation is not main- Storage space dimensions are larger than actual size of
tained, the lubricant film will not cover the surface properly, test pump carrying case by approximately 0.5 inch (1.3
and readings will be in error. cm), in order to facilitate ease of handling in storage.
The high and low pressure piston assemblies have an 3.5 Operation 1327D
internal overload stop, which prevents the piston and cylin- 3.5.1 Test Gauge Selection
der from being forced apart if weights are accidentally The portable test pump is used for calibrating instruments
removed. such as pressure gauges, pressure switches or other
3.3.8 Operating Fluids pressure devices rated up to 10,000 psi (70,000kPa).
Standard Tester: First, select the proper test gauge, depending upon the
Any medium weight oil may be used (including automotive pressure range desired. When priming the pump a test
oils S.A.E. 10, 20 or 30) S.A.E. 20-W recommended. gauge rated to 10,000 psi (70,000kPa) should be used.
Hydraulic Tester: 3.5.2 Priming The Pump
Any hydraulic fluid (silicate or phosphate base). Skydrol or The offset pipe (64 or 66 Figure 2-2) and straight pipe
Pydraul is suitable. extension (58) should already be secured in place and the
For normal operation, it is not necessary to change the reservoir should contain the operating fluid (refer to instal-
weight of oil for various pressures. A lighter oil may be lation Section 3.4).
used where low pressures are being checked, and a heav- Close the release valve (37) by turning it clockwise and
ier oil where higher pressures are being tested. open the air vent by loosening the filler plug (35) a few
The reservoir can be refilled while the tester is operating turns. The shuttle valve (30) should be pulled outward
under pressure. from the pump body, the end of the knob approximately
even with the edge of the drip pan. In this position the high
3.3.9 Caution volume displacement mode is selected and the pump is
Standard testers designed for oil service may not be used self-priming. Operate the pump handle several times using
with water for oxygen service. full strokes, until you see fluid appear at the top of the
3.3.10 straight pipe extension. Connect the test gauge to it (refer
Hydraulic service testers should not be filled with water or to Installation Section 3.4 for proper gauge connection).
any oil other than hydraulic fluid. Serious pump failure may Operate the pump handle a few more times until fluid is
occur due to O-ring damage. observed at the end of the offset pipe. Connect the gauge
3.4. Installation Type 1327 or other device to be tested to the offset pipe. For purpos-
3.4.1 Set up Procedure (See Figures 2-2) es of priming, the device must be designed to withstand
To remove the test pump from the case, release the spring the full operating pressure of 10,000 psi (70,000kPa). If a
clip, depressing the clip by hand, grasp the pump reser- lower range device must be used, extreme care must be
voir, and lift up the back end of the pump assembly. exercised to avoid overpressuring its pressure element.
Seal the connection to the device by tightening nut adapter
Remove the two plastic shipping plugs from the outlet con- (62) and adapter (60) until the coned end of the pipe is
nections. Remove the threaded filler plug (35) from reser- forced into its inlet. If necessary, rotate the device for view-
voir filling hole. Remove the offset pipe (64) or (66) from ing by loosening nut adapter (62), set it to the proper posi-
the carrying case and connect to the inner pump body out- tion and retighten nut adapter.
let as shown in Figure 2-2. Remove the straight pipe
extension (58), and assemble to outer vertical pump body Again, operate the pump handle a few more times. After a
outlet as shown in Figure 2-2. few strokes positive pressure will develop and the pump
handle will begin to resist pumping action. Raise the pump
3.4.2 Connecting The Gauge (See Figure 2-2) handle to its uppermost travel position. Loosen the bleed
Select a test gauge that is adequate for the pressure screw (51) a half turn counter clockwise and slowly oper-
range desired. Assemble the test gauge to the straight ate the pump handle through a downward stroke until fluid
pipe extension, using adapter nut (62), collar (61), adapter flows steadily from the bleed vent. Close the bleed screw
(60) and reducer bushing (59). just prior to completing the downward handle motion.
Seal the connection by tightening nut adapter (62) and Repeat this action until no air bubbles are observed in the
adapter (60) until the coned end of the pipe is forced into fluid flow. (Note – the bleed screw must be closed when
the handle is being raised). Push the shuttle valve in
towards the pump body and continue pumping to the weight of oil for various pressures. A lighter oil may be
desired test pressure. Open the release valve (37) to vent used where low pressures are being checked, a heavier oil
the pressure. To check operation pull the shuttle valve out- where higher pressures are being tested.
ward, close the release valve and operate the pump han- The reservoir can be refilled while the test pump is operat-
dle several times. When handle resistance is felt, push the ing under pressure.
shuttle valve inward and continue pumping within the
range of the test device. 3.5.7 Caution
Standard testers designed for oil service may not be used
Entrapped air will prevent the pump from operating in the with water for oxygen service.
high pressure valve position or cause it to achieve only
partial pressure. Repeat the above bleeding procedure as 3.5.8
necessary to assure all air is removed. Once air is Hydraulic service testers should not be filled with water or
removed the pump will continue to operate without further any oil other than hydraulic fluid. Serious pump failure may
attention providing the reservoir level is maintained. occur due to O-ring damage.
3.5.3 Making The Test 4.0 FACTORS AFFECTING OPERATION OF
Turn displacement piston handle (41) to mid-position, so DEADWEIGHT TESTERS
that it may be used for setting an exact pressure on the 4.1 Deadweight Tester Accuracy
gauge. The displacement piston has internal stops which Excellent accuracy is possible using the deadweight tester
prevent unscrewing or accidental loss of pressure. through analysis and control of certain factors. If the
Clockwise rotation of displacement piston will produce an tester’s rated accuracy of 1/10th of 1% is adequate, then
increase in pressure; counterclockwise will decrease the nominal pressure (sum of the denominations of the
pressure. weights loading the piston) may be assumed to be correct.
The pressure normally developed is determined by this
Prior to taking readings, both gauges should be finger- formula: Deadweight Tester Pressure =
tapped lightly at the center of the gauge face, to eliminate
any movement friction. Note the pressure readings on the Mass of weights plus piston mass
test gauge and the gauge under test. If the pressure indi- Effective area of piston and cylinder
cated on the gauge under test is not equal (within the tol-
erance of the gauge) to the pressures of the master test P = (M-ph) g
gauge, the gauge being tested requires calibration. A gs
CAUTION: P = pressure
Do not pump handle to pressures greater than the pres- M = mass of the load on the piston
sure range of the gauges connected to the test pump, as A = effective area of the piston in sq. inches, or sq. cm
this may damage the gauges. g/gs = ratio of the value (g) of gravity at the point of use to
the standard value of gravity (gs)
3.5.4 To Release Pressure P = density of liquid used in test
Open release valve slowly (37), until pressure returns to h = difference in level between gauge being tested, and
zero. Do not loosen any connections until pressure in the the bottom of the piston
gauge tester has reached zero, as indicated on the test
gauge. The deadweight tester is capable of measuring pressures
to proper corrections after analyzing these factors.
If additional gauges are to be tested, close the release
valve when the pressure reaches zero. This will prevent 4.2 Gravity, Calibrated Weights
complete drainage of oil in the tester back to the reservoir. Weights furnished are calibrated at standard gravity of
980.665 gals. If precise accuracy is required, the error
Unseal the gauge that has been tested by unscrewing introduced by change of weight due to change in gravity at
adapter nut (62) from connector (60) several turns. the locality should be calculated and included in results.
Unscrew the gauge from bushing (59) if used, or connec-
tor (60), and remove. The mechanism of an Ashcroft Pressure Gauge includes
a Bourdon tube and geared movement, which is unaffect-
Remove the test gauge in the same manner as the gauge ed by variations in gravity. Conversely, the pressure devel-
under test. oped by a deadweight tester is proportional to the value of
3.5.5 To Dismantle gravity. Readings of this type pressure gauge will corre-
To replace test pump in case, remove gauges and both spond to those of a deadweight tester when the tester is
tube assemblies. Put shipping plugs into pump and tighten. subjected to standard gravity (gs = 980.665 gals. in the
Close filler plug (35). International System). In southern sections of the United
States, the value of gravity may be several thousandths
3.5.6 Operating Fluids less than the standard value, if the latitude (Ø) and the ele-
Standard Test Pump: vation above sea level (a) for an area are known, the
Any medium weight oil may be used (including automotive approximate value of (g) in gals. may be calculated from
oils S.A.E 10, 20 or 30) S.A.E. 20-W recommended. this formula:
Hydraulic Test Pump: g = 980.632-2.586 COS 2Ø
Any hydraulic fluid (silicate or phosphate base). Skydrol or +.003 COS 4Ø - .000094a
Pydraul is suitable.
Ø = Latitude (Degrees)
Oxygen Test Pump: a = Elevation above sea level (ft)
Distilled or demineralized water with a compatible corro-
sion inhibitor added. A .1% solution of sodium dichromate 4.3 Effective Measured Area: Chamber
is a suitable inhibitor. The effective area of the deadweight tester may be deter-
mined by the average of the cross sectional area of the
For normal operation it is not necessary to change the piston and the area of the cylinder bore. This effective area
is affected somewhat by temperature, and by the elastic handle the weights with care and keep the piston and
distortion of the piston and cylinder when pressure is cylinder in clean condition.
being applied. The effective area of a stainless steel piston The tester should be flushed with a solvent occasionally,
and cylinder increases approximately .068% with a 50 preferably every six months, so that operating fluid is
degree F (28 degree C) change in temperature. The always clean. This will prolong component life, and provide
pressure will, therefore be less than indicated at high protection against possible sticky action between the pis-
temperatures. ton and cylinder. After cleaning, always lubricate parts
4.4 Mass, Height, and Buoyancy before assembly.
The density of air at room temperature and sea level pres- If a deadweight tester is not used for long periods of time,
sure is about 0.0012 grams/c.c., and the mass of the pis- or if a piston and cylinder assembly is being replaced, the
ton assembly and weights under these conditions will be piston should be removed from the cylinder and coated
reduced by about one part in 7,000 or .014%. When the with the hydraulic fluid, so that it never operates in a dry
submerged part of the piston has a uniform cross section, state. When removing or replacing the piston, it should be
as with the 1305D Deadweight Tester, a buoyancy correc- rotated back and forth.
tion is not necessary. In other designs, the piston is some-
times enlarged to provide a stop for its upward motion or Should a piston or cylinder wear excessively, the tester will
for increased strength. If these enlargements are sub- leak oil at a high rate, and will not be operable. A new pis-
merged in liquid, a buoyancy correction is necessary. ton and cylinder assembly should be installed.
4.5 Absence of Friction Piston wear will result from improper or contaminated
By rotating the weights and piston, friction effects are lubrication, excessive dirt, or from several years of
greatly reduced. continuous use.
4.6 Head of Transmitting Fluid 5.2 Cleaning
Oftentimes, the gauge being tested, or the point at which Both the Tester and Test Pump should be cleaned thor-
pressure is being measured, is not at the same level as oughly whenever the operating fluid is seriously contami-
the lower end of the piston. A correction, therefore, should nated with dirt, grit, or chemicals. A good practice is to
be made for the pressure distance between these points; clean the test unit prior to anticipated periods when the
the height is considered positive when the gauge is above unit will not be in use.
the piston. When oil is used in the gauge tester, the cor- 5.3 To Disassemble for Cleaning
rection will be approximately 0.03 psi (.2 kPa) for each (See Figure 2-1, Figure 2-2 and Figure 5-1)
inch (2.54 cm) difference in level. It is necessary to disassemble only those components
4.7 Method of Operation which come in contact with the operating fluid. Complete
It is important that the piston be kept floating in mid-posi- disassembly is rarely necessary.
tion, either spinning or oscillating. a. Remove pipe extension assembly (58) or piston and
cylinder assembly(67) and (79).
4.8 Levelness b. Then remove lower or back connection pipe assembly
The piston assembly should be vertical to within ±1 (64, 66).
degree. A 3 degree tilt to piston axis may cause a .13% of
1% error. The deadweight tester is manufactured and test- 5.4 Removing Pump Handle and Piston
ed to 1/10th of 1% accuracy, to this degree of levelness. A a. Remove four retaining rings (8).
tilt piston/cylinder axis causes excessive friction, due to b. Slide out two clevis pins (9).
side loading of the piston against the cylinder. c. Remove clevis (10).
d. Lift hand assembly (4) with piston pin (7) piston (20)
4.9 Cleanliness O-ring packing (12, 19) and back-up ring (11)
The weights have been manufactured and tested to a pre- attached to it, out of piston sleeve (6).
cision of 0.05%. A buildup of dirt and grease may cause e. Remove back-up washers (18, 11) and O-ring packing
the weight value to exceed its original tolerance and (12, 19).
produce erroneous pressure readings. f. Unscrew piston (20)
Periodically clean the weights to assure proper g. Remove piston sleeve (6) and O-ring packing (45, 16)
performance. and back-up washers (46, 17)
5.0 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION 5.5 Removing Reservoir and Fill Tube
5.1 General Maintenance a. Unscrew filler plug (35) from reservoir.
The Deadweight tester and test pump are designed to b. Remove gasket (36).
serve as precise pressure measuring standards. They are c. Remove reservoir (5) by removing three screws (24).
precision built units and should be cared for in the same d. Twist reservoir to free O-ring packing (21) seat.
manner as other sensitive laboratory equipment. General e. Remove O-ring packing (21) from body (2).
maintenance is limited to cleaning and replacement of O- f. Remove fill tube assembly (23) and O-ring packing (27).
ring packings, which can be done with tools supplied with g. Remove plug (22).
the equipment and requires only limited disassembly of 5.6 Removing Shuttle Valve, Shuttle Valve Plug
the gauge tester. and Check Valve
The piston supporting the weight platform has been manu- a. Remove set screw (33) and spring (32).
factured to very close tolerances. It has an area accuracy b. Slide shuttle valve piston (31) out of body (2). Operate
of 1/20th of 1% and a weight accuracy of 1/20th of 1%. back and forth as necessary to dislodge pin (31)
The deadweights have been certified traceable to N.I.S.T. engagement.
with the accuracy of the finished weights better than c. Remove shuttle pin (31) by pushing it into the shuttle
1/20th of 1%. To maintain deadweight tester accuracy, valve piston cavity using a plastic shaft less than 1⁄8
inch (3mm) in diameter.
 d. Unscrew shuttle valve plug (43) and remove O-ring enough leverage to seal all connections. Excessive tight-
packing (27). ening of parts with tools other than those supplied may
e. Remove check valve spring (14) and check valve (44). cause distortion and eventual failure of threaded portions
f. Remove O-ring packing (15) from check valve (44). of the tester body assembly casting. When replacing O-
5.7 Removing Bleeder Valve and Check Valve Assembly ring packings, coat them with suitable lubricant to prevent
a. Unscrew bleeder valve (51) sticking and tearing during assembly and tightening of
b. Unscrew bleed plug (50) and remove O-ring packing connection.
(27). 5.14 To Reassemble
c. Remove valve spacer (29) check valve spring (14) Body assembly on drip pans.
and check valve (44). Replace body assembly (2) on drip pan (3) using bolts (25).
d. Remove O-ring (15) from check valve (44). 5.15 Replacing Displacement Valve
5.8 Removing High Pressure Check Valve a. Place O-ring packing between back-up washers.
a. Unscrew plug (28) and remove O-ring packing (27). b. Attach back-up washers and O-ring packing to dis
b. Unscrew adjusting screw (26). placement valve stem with nut.
c. Remove guide rod (13), check valve spring (14), and c. Thread stem into body from the bottom – use screw
check valve (44). driver in the slot at top of stem.
d. Remove O-ring packing (15) from check valve (44). d. Screw stem through body until the back-up washers,
5.9 Removing Release Valve and O-ring packing are fully enclosed in the body.
a. Remove release valve assembly (37) and O-ring CAUTION: Do not damage O-ring packing when
packing (27) threading stem through body.
b. Disassemble valve assembly by rotating handle e. Screw handle onto stem.
counter-clockwise until valve stem is free from valve f. Replace displacement valve assembly (41) with
body. O-ring packing (27) in body assembly (2).
c. Remove O-ring packing from valve stem. 5.16 Replacing Release Valve
d. Remove screw (38) and seal (39) by turning counter- a. Place O-ring packing (40) in body casting (2) hole.
clockwise. b. Insert seat (39) into body casting hole.
e. Remove O-ring packing (40). c. Thread & tighten screw (38) into body casting hole.
5.10 Removing Displacement Valve CAUTION: Be sure that stem of seat (39) fits into
a. Remove displacement valve assembly (41). screw hole.
b. Remove O-ring packing (27). d. Place O-ring packing on valve stem.
c. Remove handle from stem by rotating handle counter- e. Screw handle onto valve stem.
clockwise. This is not required for normal cleaning. f. Screw valve stem into body until end of stem does not
d. Rotate the stem clockwise (using screwdriver in the extend beyond valve body.
slot at the top of the stem) until it is free from body. CAUTION: Do not damage O-ring packing when
e. Remove nut back-up washers and ring packing from threading valve stem through valve body.
stem. g. Replace O-ring packing (27).
h. Replace release valve assembly (37) in body
5.11 Stem Body from Drip Pan assembly (2).
a. Take out three bolts (25). This is not required for
normal cleaning. 5.17 Replacing High Pressure Check Valve
b. Remove body assembly (2) from drip pan (3). This is a. Place O-ring packing (15) on check valve (44).
not required for normal cleaning. b. Slide check valve (44), check valve spring (14), and
guide rod (13) into body assembly (2).
5.12 Inspection c. Replace adjusting screw (26) and screw it in until it
Visually inspect these parts for wear, damage, chips, stops.
cracks and stripped threads: d. Then turn (26) back two complete revolutions.
Body Assembly Threads e. Replace plug (28) with O-ring packing (27) in body
Piston assembly (2).
Piston Sleeve (6)
Displacement Stem and Mating Surface in Body 5.18 Replacing Bleeder Valve and Check
Back-up Washers Valve Assembly
Moving O-ring Packings a. Replace O-ring packing (15) on check valve (44).
Dead Weights b. Slide check valve (44), check valve spring (14) and
Piston and Cylinder Assembly – 1305D valve space (29) into body assembly (2).
Test Gauges – 1327D c. Replace bleed plug (50) with O-ring packing (27) into
body assembly (2).
Back-up washers must fit snugly into piston sleeve and
into displacement valve body. Then check static (non-mov- 5.19 Replacing Shuttle Valve, Shuttle Valve Plug and
ing) packing for pinch marks, tearing or extrusion. Check Check Valve
all valve seats for scratches and roughness. a. Insert shuttle valve piston (3) into body (2).
b. Slide shuttle pin (31) into 1/8 inch (3mm) diameter
Replace all worn or damaged parts. Replace all O-ring opening adjacent to fill tube (23) port. Apply slight
packings at each overhaul. Coat O-ring packings with suit- inserting pressure to shuttle pin (31) with plastic shaft
able lubricant before replacing, to prevent sticking and and operating shuttle valve (30) to insure proper
tearing during assembly and tightening of connections. pin engagement.
5.13 Reassembly c. Replace spring (32) directly behind shuttle pin (31)
When reassembling, use where possible the wrenches and secure with set screw (33). Set screw must be
supplied with the equipment. These wrenches permit recessed by .050 inch (12mm) minimum.
d. Replace O-ring packing (15) on check valve (44).
Figure 2-2 Ashcroft Portable Test Pump – Type 1327D
 e. Slide check valve (44) and check valve spring (14) SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS
into body assembly (2).
5.20 Replacing Reservoir and Fill Tube Company Name ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
a. Replace plug (22).
b. Replace fill tube assembly (21) and O-ring packing (27). Phone Number –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
c. Replace O-ring packing (21) on body assembly (2).
d. Replace reservoir (5) using three screws (24). FAX Number ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
e. Replace filler plug (35) and gasket (36) on body.
Person to Contact ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
5.21 Replacing Pump Handle and Piston
a. Replace piston sleeve (6) and O-ring packing (45, 16) Address ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
and back-up washers (46, 17) in body assembly (2).
b. Place O-ring packing (12, 19) between back-up ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
washers (18, 11)
c. Attach back-up washers (18,11) and O-ring packing ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
(12, 19) to piston (20).
d. Lubricate piston and sleeve. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
e. Attach assembled piston to handle assembly (4). email Address –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
CAUTION: Do not damage O-ring packing (12, 19)
when sliding assembled piston into piston sleeve (6). Model ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
f. Attach clevis (10) to handle assembly and to body
assembly (2), using clevis pins (9) and retaining Serial Number –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
rings (8).
5.22 Replacing Piston/Cylinder Assemblies Symptoms ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
The piston/cylinder assembly for a deadweight tester
should be replaced when excessive wear is detected on ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
any component part. Worn piston assemblies are usually ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
noted by:
1. Excessive leakage of operating fluid through piston
assembly when under pressure.
2. Seizure of piston in cylinder.
3. Damaged piston plate, damaged cylinder threads, or
damage to any component part that results in inferior
performance, or malfunctioning of the unit.
The piston/cylinder assembly is available as a unit only.
This assures the user of maximum accuracy in his
Ashcroft Deadweight Tester and maintains certified trace-
ability to the N.I.S.T.
6.0 WARRANTY – SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS –
HOW TO ORDER
6.1 Warranty and Limitation of Liability
All products and parts carry a warranty against defective
material and workmanship for period of one (1) year from
date of shipment.
A complete warranty and limitation of liability statement is
made on the standard quotation form at the time of sale.
6.2 Shipping Instructions For Return To Factory
Pack securely to prevent possible damage in shipment.
SHIP TO: Ashcroft Inc.
250 East Main Street
Stratford, CT 06614
Phone: (203) 378-8281
Fax: (203) 385-0402
www.ashcroft.com
email: [email protected]
IMPORTANT – Obtain written authorization to return
instruments that have been in contact with corrosive or
hazardous materials such as mercury and radioactive
solutions.
Please furnish the following information with return of
instrument:
5.4 Troubleshooting Chart
Corrective Corrective
Symptom Case Action Symptom Case Action
Pressure does Insufficient fluid Add fluid. Pump handle rises High pressure Inspect O-ring
not build up when level in reservoir. after pumping. check valve O-ring and replace as
pumping handle. worn or ruptured. necessary.
Piston O-rings Piston plate (with Worn piston and Use a heavy oil
worn or ruptured. deadweights) cylinder assembly. temporarily.
Inspect O-rings drops rapidly.* Replace piston &
and replace as Unable to hold cylinder.
necessary. If constant pressure.
O-rings are new,
verify their fluid Stacked dead- Damaged dead- Check dead-
compatibility. weights wobble weights. weights for visible
Bleed port check Inspect O-rings when spinning pis- damage (bends,
valve or shuttle and replace as ton plate.* dents, nicks, etc.)
check valve necessary. and alignment.
inoperative.
Piston plate Too heavy an oil Flush & fill unit
Fill tube assembly Remove and clean assembly will not grade being used. with proper grade
and filter plugged. fill tube assembly. spin.* of oil (SAE 20 or
Refill reservoir SAE 10).
with clean fluid. Replace piston &
Shuttle valve Pull shuttle valve cylinder assembly.
pushed in for outward from Disassemble and
small fluid dis- body. flush complete test
placement when unit with kerosene
large fluid dis- or alcohol.
placement is Reassemble unit.
required.
*These symptoms apply only to the 1305D Deadweight Testers.
High pressure Air trapped in Reprime pump.
does not increase pump piston. Operate pump
when pumping Rapid pump han- handle with
handle while dle strokes which smooth moderate
shuttle valve is lessen fluid flow action.
pushed in. through the pump
piston.
Pressure builds up Leakage at outlet Inspect connec-
when pumping or gauge connec- tions and tighten
handle, but tions(s). as necessary.
decreases when High pressure Inspect O-ring and
pumping is check valve O-ring replace as neces-
stopped. worn or ruptured. sary.
Defective pressure Hand tighten
release valve. release valve.
Inspect release
valve seating sur-
faces. Replace as
necessary.
Remove release
valve seat and
inspect O-ring
underneath.
Replace as
necessary.
4A
 REPLACEMENT PARTS – D SERIES – BLUE COLOR
PORTABLE DEADWEIGHT TESTER – TYPE 1305D
PORTABLE TEST PUMP – TYPE 1327D
Qty. Qty. Unit
Item Per Item Per List
No. Asmy. Part No. Description No. Asmy. Part No. DescriptionPrice
2 1 603D001-01 Body Only, Pump 59 2 LD227A Bushing2 9.50
3 1 LB285A Drip Pan 60 2 LN141 Adapter 25.40
4 1 603X010-01 Handle 61 4 LD186 Collar 9.50
4A 1 636X003-01 Grip 62 4 LD117 Nut, Adapter 25.20
5 1 LF341A Reservoir 63 1 LH227A Extension Pipe 67.00
6 1 610C001-01 Sleeve, Piston 64 1 LJ227 Lower Connection Pipe Assembly
7 1 LA810A Pin, Piston 65 1 LF227A Lower Connection Pipe 104.00
8 4 BA221L Retaining Ring 66 1 LG227A Back Connection Pipe 104.00
9 2 LB810A Pin, Clevis 67 — Low Pressure Piston Assembly
10 1 LD278A Clevis 1 LM869 psig 528.00
11 1 607A002-02 Backup Ring 79 – High Pressure Piston Assembly
12 1 607A001-02 “O” Ring 1 LN869 psig 552.00
13 1 LB802 Guide Rod 82 1 LF217 Disc Seat 12.30
14 3 LA242 Spring, Valve 83 1 LM141 Adapter 37.10
15 4 SSSS882 “O” Ring 1 617C002-01 “O” Ring Kit, Oil 26.70
16 1 607A001-03 “O” Ring 1 617A003-01 Overhaul Kit, Oil (see note 1) 180.00
17 1 607A002-03 Backup Ring 1 LH244A Wrench (1 x 11⁄8) 67.60
18 1 607A002-01 Backup Ring 1 LH244 Wrench (7⁄8 x 1) 63.30
19 2 607A001-01 “O” Ring 1 LG244 Wrench (5⁄8) 33.30
20 1 614C001-01 Piston, Dual Diameter
*Piston and bushing can only be replaced as a complete assembly, the
21 1 BA122R “O” Ring 2.90 part number for this assembly is for:
22 1 604A003-01 Plug 15.40 1305DH – part no. 617B001-01 List Price $155.04
23 1 615B001-01 Fill Tube Assembly 92.70 1305DH – part no. 617B001-02 List Price $163.83
24 3 605A002-06 Screw, Round Head 1.70
25 3 SAFH37 Screw, Allen Socket Head 1.70
26 1 LK260A Adjusting Screw 8.90 PARTS IN THE SECTION BELOW ARE USED IN
27 6 BA122V “O” Ring 1.70 HYDRAULIC SERVICE UNITS. THESE UNITS CAN BE
28 1 LK696A Plug 19.40 RECOGNIZED BY THE INCLUSION OF THE LETTER “H”
29 1 — Spacer, Valve, Use Item 50 IN THE MODEL DESIGNATION.
30 1 614B002-01 Piston, Shuttle 68.10 12 1 607A004-02 “O” Ring 2.10
31 1 609A001-01 Pin, Shuttle 15.80 15 4 BA122H “O” Ring 2.60
32 1 612B001-01 Spring, Shuttle Pin 1.70 16 1 607A004-03 “O” Ring 2.10
33 1 605A001-01 Set Screw 162.00 19 2 607A004-01 “O” Ring 2.60
34 2 LP696 Plug, Shipping 4.40 21 1 BA122E “O” Ring 4.20
35 1 604B002-01 Plug, Fill 13.70 27 6 BA122D “O” Ring 2.50
36 1 607A003-01 Gasket, Fill Plug 2.60 37 1 LAH292D Valve Assembly, Release 165.00
37 1 LAH292C Valve Assembly, Release 165.00 40 2 BA122G “O” Ring 2.10
37a 1 328A105-01 Knob 14.10 41 1 LAG292D Valve Assembly, Displacement 191.00
37b 1 LD870B Valve Stem 50.20 45 1 BA122F “O” Ring 5.00
37c 1 LAH292A Body, Release Valve 88.20 1 LGG236A Nameplate, Hydraulic 7.50
38 1 LD83A Scew, Seat 13.70 1 617C002-02 “O” Ring Kit, Hydraulic 41.10
39 1 LD911A Seat 5.50 1 617A003-02 Overhaul Kit, Hydraulic (see note 1)
40 2 BA122U “O” Ring 1.70 1 Overhaul kit includes all O-rings required to overhaul pump as
41 1 LAG292C Valve Assembly, Displacement 187.00 well as piston and bushing assembly.
41a 1 328A105-02 Knob 14.10
41 b 1 LE83 Nut 13.40
PARTS IN THE SECTION BELOW ARE USED IN OXYGEN
41c 2 LB122 Backup Washer 1.70
(DISTILLED WATER) SERVICE UNITS WHICH ARE IDENTI-
41d 1 LB870A Stem 41.70
FIED BY THE INCLUSION OF THE LETTER “O” IN THE
41e 1 LAG292A Body, Displacement Valve 111.00
MODEL DESIGNATION.
42 1 LA521A Sleeve 19.70
43 1 604B001-01 Plug, Shuttle Valve 59.30 47 1 LKK236 Oxygen Warning Label 2.40
44 3 609B003-01 Check Valve 49.60 58 1 LK227A Pipe Extension Assembly 252.00
45 1 BA122W “O” Ring 1.70 59 3 LD227B Bushing 36.40
46 1 607A002-04 Backup Ring 2.30 60 3 LN141A Adapter 35.30
50 1 604B004-01 Plug, Bleed 36.70 61 6 LD186A Collar 12.50
51 1 609B004-01 Bleed Valve 27.70 62 6 LD117A Nut, Adapter 34.70
52 1 LEE236 Nameplate 4.70 64 1 LJ227A Lower Connection, Pipe Assembly
58 1 LK227 Pipe Extension Assembly 180.00 83 1 LM141A Adapter 75.90
 AVAILABLE WEIGHTS & WEIGHT SETS

INDIVIDUAL WEIGHTS
Part Pressure Range
Number Units Low High
LF199D psig 1 5
LPF462 psig 2 10
LAZ199D psig 5 25
LAZ199 psig 10 50
LAZ199A psig 20 100
LAZ199B psig 40 200
LAZ199C psig 100 500

PSI WEIGHT SETS

Number of Weights
Weight Set
by High Pressure Value
with
Part Carrying 25 50 100 200 500
Number Case psi psi psi psi psi

LBH199C 1000 psi 1 3 2 3 –

LBH199B 2000 psi 1 3 2 3 2
LBH199A 3000 psi 1 3 2 3 4
LBH199* 5000 psi 1 3 2 3 8
5000 to
LBH199D – – – – 10
10000 psi
*For complete 10,000 psi weight set, order both part no. LBH199 and LBH199D.
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Ashcroft Instruments Canada Inc. Ashcroft Instruments Mexico,
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Stratford, CT 06614-5145 U.S.A. Tel: 905-864-4989 Ext. 610 Esq. Foulton
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Brazil (Willy Plant) 86-10-8453-5259 email: [email protected].
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Controle Ltda. Contact: Mr. Wei Dong (Sales Manager)
An Ashcroft Inc. Company (C) 86-13901216821 Saudi Arabia
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Alexandre Nakashato B14 # Ashcroft GmbH Sales Office Contact: D. R. Pai
Contact: 55-11-4224-7412 Division Instrumentation (P) 966-3-341-0278 x 13 or
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Willy Instrumentos de Medicao e Tel: 33-1-60-3725-30
Controle Ltda. Fax: 33-1-60-3725-39 Singapore
Divisao Commercial Gauge Contact: Jackier Lacamus Ashcroft Instruments Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Rua Joao Pessoa, 620 email: [email protected] Block 1004 Toa Payoh North
CEP. 09520-000 #07-15/17
Sao Caetano Do Sul, Sao Paulo, Brazil Germany Singapore 318995
Tel: 55-11-4223-3900 Ashcroft Instruments GmbH Tel: 65-6252-6602
Fax: 55-11-4227-5163 Postfach 11 20 Fax: 65-6252-6603
Contact: Alexandre Nakashato-Sales Max-Planck-Strasse 1 Contact: Mr. John Wong(Director, Asia Pacific) or
email: [email protected] D-52499 Baesweiler, Germany Mr. Joseph Tan(Area Sales Manager)
Tel: 49-24-01-8080 email: [email protected].
Fax: 49-24-01-7027 [email protected].
Contact: Mr. Joerg Muller49-24-01-808-134 or [email protected]
Mr. Dietmar Heinen49-24-01-808-165
email: [email protected] United Kingdom/Sales Office
dietmar.heinen@ashcrofteurope. com Ashcroft Instruments GmbH Sales Office
Cambridge Office
Unit 5 William James House
Cowley Road
Cambridge CB4 0WX
Tel: 44-01223-395500
Fax: 44-01223-395501
Contact: Selwyn Hammond,Territory
Sales Manager, South
email: [email protected]

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Fax: 58-261-757-9461
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