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MAINTENANCE INLET PIPE ASSEMBLY (cont)
(2)
Remove water supply valve pressure
gauge and
reducing
coupling
as
follows:
(a)
Loosen hose clamp (1,Figure 4-2)
and remove water supply hose (2).
(b)
Unscrew water supply ball valve
(3) and straight pipe adapter (4).
(c)
Remove pressure gauge (5) from
pipe tee (6).
(d)
Remove pipe tee (1, Figure 4-3)
and straight pipe adapter (2) from
reducing tee (3).
(e)
Remove
reducing
tee
(3),
straight pipe adapter (4), and
reducer coupling (5) from ratio-
feeder assembly inlet (6).
b.
Service.
(1)
Remove anti-seize tape and clean pipe
threads on all parts.
(2) Inspect for damaged pipe threads.
Replace any fitting with stripped or
damaged threads.
Figure 4-2. Water Supply Valve and Pressure Gauge
Figure 4-3. Reducing Tee and Coupling
(3)
Inspect non-metallic hose for cracks. Replace if necessary. Refer to Appendix F.
(4)
Remove strainer plug and clean strainer with detergent and water.
(5)
Check gauge for damage. Replace if necessary.
(6)
Check disc and seat of ball valve for cracks, grooves, or wear on sealing services. Replace if
necessary.
(7)
Apply anti-seize tape (Item 8, App. E) to all pipe threads.
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