INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

IM-3-017-US October 2015

Combination Pilot Operated Regulators

Types 25PT, 25PE, 25TE & 25PTE
Safety Information
Safe operation of these products can only be guaranteed if 1.6 The system
they are properly installed, commissioned, used and maintained Consider the effect on the complete system of the work
by qualified personnel (see Section 1.11) in compliance with proposed. Will any proposed action (e.g. closing isolation
the operating instructions. General installation and safety valves, electrical isolation) put any other part of the system or
instructions for pipeline and plant construction, as well as the any personnel at risk?
proper use of tools and safety equipment must also be complied Dangers might include isolation of vents or protective devices
with. or the rendering ineffective of controls or alarms. Ensure
isolation valves are turned on and off in a gradual way to avoid
1.1 Intended use system shocks.
Referring to the Installation and Maintenance Instructions,
name-plate and Technical Information Sheet, check that the 1.7 Pressure systems
product is suitable for the intended use / application. Ensure that any pressure is isolated and safely vented to
atmospheric pressure. Consider double isolation (double block
i) The products have been specifically designed for use on and bleed) and the locking or labelling of closed valves. Do not
steam, air or water/condensate. The products’ use on other assume that the system has depressurised even when the
fluids may be possible but, if this is contemplated, Spirax pressure gauge indicates zero.
Sarco should be contacted to confirm the suitability of the
product for the application being considered. 1.8 Temperature
Allow time for temperature to normalise after isolation to avoid
ii) Check material suitability, pressure and temperature and danger of burns.
their maximum and minimum values. If the maximum
operating limits of the product are lower than those of the 1.9 Tools and consumables
system in which it is being fitted, or if malfunction of the Before starting work ensure that you have suitable tools and / or
product could result in a dangerous overpressure or consumables available. Use only genuine Spirax Sarco
overtemperature occurrence, ensure a safety device is replacement parts.
included in the system to prevent such over-limit situations.
1.10 Protective clothing
iii) Determine the correct installation situation and direction Consider whether you and / or others in the vicinity require any
of fluid flow. protective clothing to protect against the hazards of, for example,
chemicals, high / low temperature, radiation, noise, falling
iv) Spirax Sarco products are not intended to withstand external objects, and dangers to eyes and face.
stresses that may be induced by any system to which they
are fitted. It is the responsibility of the installer to consider 1.11 Permits to work
these stresses and take adequate precautions to minimise All work must be carried out or be supervised by a suitably
them. competent person. Installation and operating personnel should
be trained in the correct use of the product according to the
v) Remove protection covers from all connections and Installation and Maintenance Instructions.
protective film from all name-plates, where appropriate,
before installation on steam or other high temperature Where a formal ‘permit to work’ system is in force it must be
applications. complied with. Where there is no such system, it is recommended
that a responsible person should know what work is going on
1.2 Access and, where necessary, arrange to have an assistant whose
Ensure safe access and if necessary a safe working platform primary responsibility is safety.
(suitably guarded) before attempting to work on the product.
Arrange suitable lifting gear if required. Post ‘warning notices’ if necessary.
1.3 Lighting 1.12 Handling
Ensure adequate lighting, particularly where detailed or intricate Manual handling of large and/or heavy products may present
work is required. a risk of injury. Lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying or supporting
a load by bodily force can cause injury particularly to the back.
1.4 Hazardous liquids or gases in the pipeline You are advised to assess the risks taking into account the
Consider what is in the pipeline or what may have been in the task, the individual, the load and the working environment and
pipeline at some previous time. Consider: flammable materials, use the appropriate handling method depending on the
substances hazardous to health, extremes of temperature. circumstances of the work being done.
1.5 Hazardous environment around the product
Consider: explosion risk areas, lack of oxygen (e.g. tanks, pits),
dangerous gases, extremes of temperature, hot surfaces, fire
hazard (e.g. during welding), excessive noise, moving
machinery.

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1.13 Residual hazards Steam Mains - Do's and Dont's:
In normal use the external surface of the product
may be very hot. If used at the maximum
permitted operating conditions the surface
temperature of some products may reach
temperatures in excess of 300°C (572°F).
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Many products are not self-draining. Take due
care when dismantling or removing the product
from an installation (refer to 'Maintenance
instructions').

1.14 Freezing
Provision must be made to protect products
which are not self-draining against frost
damage in environments where they may be
Steam
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exposed to temperatures below freezing point.

1.15 Disposal
Unless otherwise stated in the Installation
and Maintenance Instructions, this product
is recyclable and no ecological hazard is
anticipated with its disposal providing due
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care is taken.

1.16 Returning products

Customers and stockists are reminded that
under EC Health, Safety and Environment Law,
when returning products to Spirax Sarco they
must provide information on any hazards and
the precautions to be taken due to contamination
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residues or mechanical damage which may
present a health, safety or environmental risk.
This information must be provided in writing
including Health and Safety data sheets relating
to any substances identified as hazardous or
potentially hazardous.

1.17 Working safely with cast iron

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products on steam
Cast iron products are commonly found on
steam and condensate systems. If installed
correctly using good steam engineering
practices, it is perfectly safe. However, because Prevention of tensile stressing
of its mechanical properties, it is less forgiving Pipe misalignment:
compared to other materials such as SG iron or
carbon steel. The following are the good
engineering practices required to prevent Installing products or re-assembling after maintenance:
waterhammer and ensure safe working
conditions on a steam system.
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Safe Handling
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Cast Iron is a brittle
material. If the product
is dropped during
installation and there 6 4
is any risk of damage
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the product should 2 8
not be used unless it

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is fully inspected and
pressure tested by the Do not over tighten. Flange bolts should be gradually tightened across
manufacturer. Use correct torque figures. diameters to ensure even load and alignment.

Prevention of water hammer

Steam trapping on steam mains:
30 - 50 metre intervals
Gradient
Gradient 1:100 Steam
1:100
Trap set
Steam Trap set
Trap set
Condensate
Condensate
Condensate

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Thermal expansion: Guides

Small
lateral
Limit rods movement Large
Guides lateral
movement

Axial movement Medium Fixing point

distance
Short
distance Fixing point
Large
lateral
Axial movement Limit rods Small movement
lateral
movement
Guides Guides

IMPORTANT: Read carefully the instructions for both 4. Before installing the valve, be sure the piping is free of
the valve and control pilots before installing the regula- foreign material, scale, etc.
tor.
5. Make certain the arrow cast on the valve body is point-
ing in the direction of flow.
Installing the Valve
Unpack Carefully 6. Valve should always be installed in a horizontal line.
Do not lift the regulator by the flexible tubing or control (See Fig. 1).
pilot. Grasp the body of the main valve firmly when lifting.
Do not bend sharply or kink the flexible tubing. The valve Bypass
is completely assembled with the exception of the pressure 1. A bypass connection is recommended so that the valve
pilot sensing line fittings. can be serviced without shutting down the equipment.

Valve Piping 2. The bypass valve should be the same size as the pres-
1. A typical hookup sketch as shown in Fig. 1 will aid in sure temperature regulator.
planning a correct installation.

2. Piping on the downstream side of the valve should be

Steam Line Drain Trap
To insure proper operation of the valve and avoid prema-
sized properly so as not to restrict steam flow.
ture wear, it is recommended that a steam trap be installed
on the steam supply line. (See Fig. 1).
3. Swage nipples are recommended for changes in pipe
sizes.

Safety
Valve Vacuum
Breaker

Moisture
Strainer Separator Drip Pan
Elbow

Pilot Operated
Pressure/Temperature
Control Valve
Steam Sensor
Supply

Heat Exchanger

Spira-tec
Float & Loss
Thermostatic Detector
Steam Trap Cold
Water
Supply Spira-tec
Loss
Detector

Fig. 1 Strainer
Combined Pressure and Temperature Control of Heat Exchanger Gravity Float &
Return Thermostatic
Steam Trap

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Pipeline Strainers Thermostatic Bulb and Tubing
1. It is strongly recommended that strainers be installed 1. Carefully uncoil the flexible tubing avoiding sharp
before the pressure temperature regulating valve and bends and kinks.
steam traps. (See Fig. 1) 2. Support flexible tubing to protect it against mechanical
damage.
2. Make certain adequate clearance is provided for
screen removal and blowdown connection between 3. Keep flexible tubing away from hot pipe lines or other
strainer and regulating valve body. hot surfaces.

Stop Valves 4. Attach thermostatic bulb to unit to be controlled. Make

All stop valves on the supply side, as well as on the down- certain that the entire bulb is exposed to the medium
stream side of the pressure temperature regulating valve, being controlled. Accuracy of regulation depends on
should be of the gate type so as to insure full rated capac- the bulb being located in a representative location with
ity and good control. adequate circulation over it.

5. If a separable socket is used for the temperature bulb,

Electric Pilot Wiring, Type PE/TE/PTE
it is recommended that the socket be packed with a
1. Check nameplate on electric pilot for correct voltage
heat transfer compound to minimize lag in response to
and service conditions.
temperature changes caused by the insulating air layer
between bulb and socket.
2. Wiring must comply with local and national electrical
codes.
How it Works
3. Solenoid enclosure is provided with hole to accommo- Normal positions before startup are with the main valve
date standard 1/2 inch conduit connection. and electric pilot closed, pressure pilot open, and tem-
perature pilot open. On startup, entering steam passes in
4. The solenoid enclosure can be rotated to facilitate wir- series through all pilot valves into the diaphragm chamber
ing by loosening the cap nut. (See Fig. 6). and out through the control orifice. As flow through the
pilot valves exceeds flow through the orifice, control pres-
Pressure Pilot Sensing Line, Type PT/PE/ sure increases in the main diaphragm chamber, and that
PTE opens the main valve.
1. Copper tubing (5/16” OD) can be used for the sensing
line with suitable compression fittings or as an alterna- Electric Pilot
tive 1/4” piping can be used. Functions as an on/off override to the other pilots. When
it is energized and open, the pressure or temperature pilot
2. Connect the sensing line to a straight portion of the pip- regulates any change in steam flow required.
ing 10 pipe diameters from nearest fitting downstream
from the valve and approximately 1 foot from elbows, Pressure Pilot
tees, valves and other restrictions. (See Fig. 1). As steam flows through the main valve, the increase in
downstream pressure feeds back through the pressure
3. When the pressure temperature regulator is serving sensing line to the underside of the pressure diaphragm.
a single piece of equipment, the pilot line can be con- When force below that diaphragm balances the compres-
nected to the steam space of the equipment. sion force of the spring above it, the pressure pilot valve
throttles. Control pressure in the main diaphragm chamber
4. Install a small gate valve in the pilot line so that this positions the main valve so that maximum steam pressure
can be closed when servicing the regulator. will not be exceeded.

5. The control line must be pitched downward from the Temperature Pilot
main valve to insure proper drainage. As the medium being heated approaches the desired tem-
perature, liquid in the bulb expands through the capillary
6. To permit accurate setting of the pressure regulator, a tubing into the bellows and throttles the temperature pilot
pressure gauge should be installed as close as pos- valve. The pilot valve delivers just enough steam to the
sible to the pilot line connection. main diaphragm chamber to provide steam flow through
the main valve to maintain pre-set temperature.
Temperature Pilot, Type PT/TE/PTE When no steam is required. The main valve closes tight
Depending upon the installation, the position of the cali-
to provide dead-end shut off. The temperature setting can
brated dial of the pilot, as received, may not be easily
be changed by turning the calibrated adjustment dial. The
observed by the operating personnel. To change the cali-
maximum delivery pressure can be changed by adjusting
brated dial position, loosen hexagon nut (K), (Fig. 3) and
the pressure pilot spring.
rotate the entire adjustment assembly to a position that can
be easily observed. Retighten hexagon nut (K).

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­ tart-Up
S 2. Unscrew solenoid housing nut and remove housing, coil
1. First make certain that all stop valves are closed. The and housing base plate.
electric pilot must be energized open.
3. Base assembly (4J) is now accessible for removal with
2. Turn the pressure pilot adjustment 2D (Fig. 3) counter- hexagon or adjustable open end wrench.
clockwise until spring is slack.
4. Valve head, spring and seat are now accessible
3. Adjust the temperature pilot to the temperature for inspection, cleaning and replacement, if neces-
required by turning the red adjustment knob 3C. sary. When replacing seat, use compound on threads
Caution: Do not loosen Allen set screw in the red (remove excess). Tighten to 75 in./lb. torque.
temperature knob.
Temperature Pilot, Inspecting and Replacing
4. Open stop valves in the following order: Valve Head and Seat (Refer to Fig. 3)
Note: Inspecting and replacing parts, if necessary, can be
a. Open stop valve ahead of steam trap on steam done without removing the pilot from the main valve.
supply line. This will insure water free steam at the However, if more convenient, the entire pilot can be
regulator inlet when put into operation. removed from the main valve by removing the four
cap screws.
b. Open small gate valve on pressure sensing line.
Exception: To replace the seat in low pressure
c. Open downstream stop valve. (15 psi and below) 2-1/2”, 3”, 4” and 6” valves, the
entire pilot must be removed from the main valve or
d. Slowly open inlet stop valve. mounting bracket.

5. Slowly adjust pressure pilot spring at 2D turning clock- 1. Unscrew hexagon nut (K) and remove temperature
wise until reduced pressure required is indicated on adjustment assembly.
pressure gauge downstream of valve.
2. The pilot valve head assembly (3E), which includes the
6. After the system has stabilized itself, check thermom- springs, Teflon seal, and valve head, can then be with-
eter temperature. Readjustment of the temperature drawn and inspected.
pilot (red knob 3C) may be necessary. Note: In the
event the temperature indicated on the calibrated dial 3. If it is found after inspection that the head is worn, the
does not agree with the thermometer, the temperature entire assembly should be replaced. (Refer to Repair
pilot can be recalibrated to match the thermometer as Parts List P9-650).
described on page 6.
4. The pilot valve seat can be removed for inspection
7. Important–Retighten all pilot flange connections to using a 1/2” hexagon socket wrench.
insure steam tight joints.
5. If the seat shows signs of wear, the seat should be
Maintenance replaced including a new seat gasket.

General Inspection
While a program of planned maintenance is always to be
Pressure Pilot, Inspecting and Replacing
recommended, the Spirax Sarco 25 series regulator will Valve Head and Seat (Refer to Fig. 3)
give long and trouble-free service if correctly selected, 1. Remove 4 pressure pilot flange cap screws and lift off
installed and kept reasonably free of dirt and foreign mat- pilot. Visual examination can then be made of the pilot
ter. Dirt and foreign matter are most likely to collect during valve head and seat.
installation and later trouble can be avoided by inspecting
the installation after a few days. Check the following: 2. Pilot valve head and seat are contained in one complete
assembly. (See Fig. 3).
1. Clean all pipeline strainers.
3. To remove head and seat assembly (2H), unscrew
2. Check the main valve seat (1E) and protective screen hexagon nut, using 11/16” hex wrench.
(1D).
4. If it is found that either the head or seat is worn, the
3. Inspect and clean orifices (B) and (H). entire assembly should be replaced.

4. Check all joints for leakage. Inspecting and Replacing Pilot Head Stem
Guide (Refer to Fig. 3)
Electric Pilot, Inspection of Solenoid and The important thing to check is to make sure that the pilot
Internal Parts (Refer to Fig. 6) head stem moves freely through the guide. This can be
1. Shut off steam supply to valve and turn off electrical determined by removing the complete pilot from the main
power.

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valve and turning adjustment (2D) so as to move the head 8. If it is necessary to replace the valve seat, this can be
replacement to an open and closed position. Should removed from the valve body using a standard hexa-
cleaning or replacement be required, proceed as follows: gon socket. (Valve sizes 1/2” to 2”). When replacing
the valve seat, a new gasket should be used to insure
1. Remove the pilot diaphragm cap screws (2C). a tight joint. 2-1/2” thru 6” valves contain raised lugs
for removal and seal metal-to-metal without a gasket.
2. Remove pilot yoke (2B) and pilot diaphragm (2F). Replacement heads and seats should be lapped in.

3. The stem guide assembly can then be removed with a

7/8” hex socket wrench.
Valve Sizes 1/2” thru 4”
Inspecting and Replacing Main Valve
Inspecting and Replacing Pressure Pilot Diaphragms (Refer to Figs. 3, 4 and 5).
1. Unscrew copper tubing connection at (G).
Valve Diaphragms (Refer to Fig. 3)
1. Turn adjustment screw (2D) counterclockwise until
2. Remove main valve diaphragm bolts (1C).
spring is slack.
3. This will allow the lower diaphragm case to be removed.
2. Remove cap screw (2C). Pilot yoke (2B) can then be
removed.
4. The 2 metal diaphragms (1H) should be inspected to
insure that they have not become distorted or possibly
3. The 2 metal diaphragms (1H) can then be inspected for
fractured as a result of abnormal operating conditions.
distortion or possible fracture as a result of abnormal
operation.
5. At the same time, any accumulation of dirt or foreign
material should be removed from the diaphragm case.
4. At the same time, any accumulation of dirt or foreign
material should be removed from the lower diaphragm
6. The valve stem (1F) should also be checked to make
pilot case.
sure it is free to move and that there is no scale or for-
eign material lodged in the guide bushing.
5. When replacing diaphragms, make certain casting sur-
face is clean to insure a steam tight joint. Application
7. Before reassembling diaphragms in 1/2” thru 4”
of a plastic compound on the casting surface, such as
sizes, main valve head must be in place and held in
Garlock 101, is recommended.
a closed position with the return spring and main
valve cover.
6. Position pilot yoke on lower diaphragm pilot casting
making certain that the yoke is properly centered.
8. Make certain pressure plate (1G) is set properly. (Refer
to Fig. 4).
7. Tighten all cap screws uniformly.
9. Care should be taken in centering the diaphragms prop-
Valve Sizes 1/2” thru 4” erly and equalizing bolt take-up uniformly.
Inspecting and Replacing Main Valve Head
and Seat (Refer to Figs. 3 and 5). 6” Valve Only
1. Unscrew copper tubings at (J) and (L). Inspecting and Replacing Main Valve
2. Disconnect pressure control line at the pressure pilot
Diaphragms, Seat, and Head Assembly
connection. (Refer to Fig. 7).

3. Remove main valve cover cap screws (1A). Diaphragms

1. Unscrew copper tubing connections (G) to lower dia-
4. Remove main valve cover, strainer, screen, and head phragm chamber.
spring.
2. Remove main valve diaphragm bolts (1C) and drop
5. Head can then be removed by simply withdrawing with lower diaphragm case.
a pliers or similar tool.
3. The 2 metal diaphragms (1H) should be inspected and
6. Inspection should then be made to determine if scale replaced if they have become distorted or fractured.
or other foreign material prevented tight closure of the
head and seat. 4. Clean any accumulation of dirt from the diaphragm
case and orifice (H).
7. If the head or seat shows signs of wear, this can be cor-
rected by grinding, using a fine grinding compound (400
Servicing the Main Valve Head and Seat
grit) providing the wear is not too severe. Check for
5. Loosen the diaphragm plate set screw and remove the
body erosion.
diaphragm plate (1G).

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6. Remove the top cover bolts (1A) and cover. Note: For replacement parts refer to Spirax Sarco
Parts List P21.
7. Remove the stem and head assembly from the valve.
Inspect the head and seat for wear. Size 1/2” & 3/4” 1” 1-1/4” & 1-1/2 2” 2-1/2” 3” 4”
Dim A 1/16” 5/64” 3/32” 1/8” 13/64” 13/64” 1/4”
8. Check for body erosion around the seat ring.

9. Replacement seats and heads should be lapped in, 2D

and minor wear can also be corrected by lapping with
400 grit compound. 3A
2B

Recalibration of Temperature Adjustment M

Dial 3C
The temperature adjustment dial can be recalibrated after 2F
servicing or to match the calibration of a thermometer on 2C
K
a particular application installed next to the temperature
bulb. To recalibrate, proceed as follows: 3E
2G
2H
1D 1A
1. The control bulb must be immersed in a temperature
within the range of the calibrated dial. B L

2. With steam pressure on the valve, turn temperature J

adjustment knob (3C) slowly clockwise until main valve 1E
shuts off flow of steam.

3. Turn temperature adjustment knob (3C) counterclock-

wise slightly, just enough to start a slight flow of steam.

4. Loosen small Allen set screw in red temperature 1F

adjustment knob (3C) using a 3/32” hex Allen set
screw wrench and pull know upwards off its rubber 1G 1H
support. 1C

5. Rotate red temperature knob until temperature on dial

matches temperature reading at the control bulb, then
push knob downwards over the rubber support. H
Fig. 3 
G
6. Retighten Allen set screw. Note: No attempt should Sizes 1/2” to 2”
be made to recalibrate the temperature pilot for tem-
peratures beyond the range shown on the calibrated
dial. If the temperature range is to be changed, the
entire pilot assembly including the thermostatic sys- Head on Seat
tems must be replaced.

Replacement of Thermal System

1. Loosen hexagon nut (M) and withdraw thermostatic
bellows.

2. Insert replacement system in a similar manner making Adjustment

certain to tighten hexagon nut (M). Caution: Do not & Locknut
over-tighten.

3. All replacement systems are interchangeable for the

same range and generally readjustment of the tem-
perature dial is not required. However, should this Pressure Plate
be necessary, follow the instructions as described 1G
under “Recalibration of Temperature Adjustment Dial,” Fig. 4 Note in 1/2” thru 4” sizes, top of valve must be
above. completely assembled and head must be on
seat when measuring dimension “A” and when
reassembling diaphragms.

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 2D 1A 2D

3A
2B

2F
3C M
2C B
K
2H 2G
1D
J 1A

1F
1E

1G 1H
L
B G
1F
Orifice 1G 1H 1C H
1C Fig. 7
6” Size

G H
Pressure Adjustment
Fig. 5 
Sizes 2-1/2” to 4”

Pilot
Control Spring Diaphragm

Downstream
Pressure
Sensing
4-H Line
Pilot Valve
Head & Seat
Cap Nut Orifice

4-K

Flow

4-J 4-G Main Valve

Head & Seat

Fig. 6 
Electric Pilot
Control
Pressure
Main Valve
Diaphragm

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 Troubleshooting
Refer to Figs. 3, 5, & 7
Symptom Cause Check and Cure
1. Controlled temperature 1. (a) Control not properly set. 1. (a) Adjust knob (3C) or (2D) to lower setting.
or pressure overrides
the set point. (b) Thermo bulb not in representative (b) Check actual temperature at bulb with
location. glass thermometer. If necessary, relocate
bulb.

(c) Dirt under pilot valve (2H) or (3E) or (c) Set knob (3C) to temperature higher than
spindles sticking. bulb temperature. Remove tubing connec-
tion at (J). Loosen adj. (2D) until steam
flow from pilot body stops. Then tighten
(2D) slightly. Steam should flow. If not,
pilot (2H) must be removed and cleaned
or replaced. Tighten screw (2D) until
steam flows from body. Turn adj. (3C) to
temperature lower than bulb temperature.
Steam flow should stop. Alternately adjust
(3C) up and down. Steam flow should
alternately start and stop. If not, remove
(K) and clean or replace pilot head and
seat.

(d) Valve oversized. (d) Check actual load against valve rating.
Reduce maximum outlet pressure by loos-
ening screw (2D).

(e) Dirt in orifice (B) or (H), or (e) Inspect and clean.

pressure sensing line may be plugged.

(f) Dirt under main valve or valve head and (f) Set knob (3C) or (2D) to lowest setting.
seat worn. Disconnect tubing at (G). Valve should
close. If it doesn’t, remove bolts (1A) and
clean main valve.

(g) Defective thermal system. (g) Experience over the years has shown that
(RARE). failure of the thermal system (other than
mechanical damage) is very rare. Only
after all of the “checks” listed on the
troubleshooting chart have been pursued
should the following test be made to deter-
mine if the thermal system is defective.

i. Disconnect copper tubing connection at

(J)

ii. Immerse thermal system bulb in a tem-

perature 20° above dial setting. Allow
to saturate for approximately 5 minutes.

iii. Open steam supply stop valve to allow

steam to flow to temperature regulator.

iv. Under these conditions steam should

not flow from copper tubing connection
(J) which shows that the thermal sys-
tem is satisfactory.

v. If steam should flow from tubing con-

nection (J), exert pressure downward
with thumb on thermal system elbow
connection (3A). If this pressure seats
pilot valve head and stops steam flow,
the thermal system is probably defec-
tive.

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 Troubleshooting
(Continued)
Symptom Cause Check and Cure
2. Temperature too low 2. (a) Faulty electric pilot control circuit 2. (a) Check electrical system for correct
or valve does not open. or actuating device. solenoid opening and closing by switch or
timer.

(b) Control not properly set. (b) Adjust knob (3C) to higher setting.

3. Erratic Control 3. (a) Thermo bulb not in representative 3. (a) See 1. (b) above.
location.
.
(b) Heating surface may be waterlogged (b) Inspect and repair if necessary.
due to defective steam trap.

(c) Valve undersized. (c) Check actual load against rating of valve.
Increase maximum delivery pressure by
tightening adj. (2D).

(d) Main valve diaphragm (1H) cracked. (d) Remove tubing at (G). Crack bypass
valve. If steam blows from diaphragm
case, replace diaphragms (1H).

(e) Orifice at (B) or (H) blocked. (e) Inspect and clean.

(f) Supply steam pressure too low. (f) Check and correct.

(g) Valve screen (1D) blocked. (g) Remove bolts (1A). Inspect strainer and
clean.

(h) Line strainer partially or completely (h) Inspect and clean.

blocked.

(i) Pilot valve (2H) or (3E) sticking, dirty (i) See 1(c) above.
or defective.

(j) Dirt or foreign material on main valve (j) Remove, inspect and clean.
stem and guide (1F).

4. Delivery pressure too 4. (a) Valve not properly adjusted. 4. (a) Adjust screw (2D) to desired pressure.
low.
(b) Valve undersized. (b) Check actual load against valve rating.

(c) Upstream pressure too low. (c) Check and correct.

(d) Main diaphragm leaking. (d) See 2(d) above.

(e) Orifice (b) missing. (e) Replace proper fitting.

5. Valve fails to close. 5. (a) Faulty electric pilot control circuit 5. (a) See 2(a) above.
or actuating device.

(b) Bypass valve open or leaking. (b) Check and repair as required.

(c) Pilot sensing line blocked (or not c) Remove, inspect, clean or install.
installed).

(d) Pressure pilot diaphragm ruptured (d) Replace pilot diaphragm assembly (2F).
(water or steam coming from pilot
at spring retainer area).

(e) Pilot assembly or main valve seat (e) Check casting in seat area for erosion.
threads leaking.

(f) Main valve diaphragms reassembled (f) With main valve cover installed, loosen
without return spring and main valve all main valve diaphragm bolts (1C) and
cover holding valve head closed. then retighten.
(1/2” thru 4” sizes only).

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