TM 5-4610-218-34
Section II. ADJUSTABLE FLOW CONTROLLER
WARNING
disassembly of the valve.
Dry cleaning solvent, P-D-680,
d. Clean, Inspect and Repair.
used to clean parts, is potentially
(1) Clean all metal parts in dry cleaning
dangerous. Avoid repeated and
solvent P-D-680 and dry throughly.
prolonged breathing of the va-
pors and skin contact with the
(2) Clean the diaphragm in alcohol or a
liquid. Do not use near open
non mineral base cleaning solvent.
flame or excessive heat. Use in a
(3) Inspect the diaphragm for cracks and
well-ventilated area. The flash-
signs of wear.
p o i n t of P-D-680 is 100-138F
(38-59C).
(4) Inspect the threaded parts for dam-
aged threads.
6-2. Adjustable Flow Controller.
(5) Inspect the shaft and stem for misal-
ignment.
General. The flow controller valve is lo-
a.
cated in the effluent, or filtered water line. The
(6) Repair or replace all damaged or de-
water line is painted green. The function of the
fective parts.
flow controller valve is to regulate the flow of
e. Reassembly. Reassemble the flow control-
water through the filter. There is a knob on
ler valve as illustrated in figure 6-5.
the flow controller with a dialmarked O to 30
gpm. The flow can be regulated by setting the
pointer on the knob to point to the desired
calibrate the flow controller valve as illustrated
flow.
in figure 6-4.
b. Removal. Remove the adjustable flow con-
troller valve as illustrated in figure 6-4.
Figure 6-4. Adjustable Flow Controller, Removal, Installation, and Calibration
6-3
