BRAND Hydraulics BG4 STYLE PRIORITY DIVIDER - Manual

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BG4 STYLE PRIORITY DIVIDER
INSTALLATION & USER GUIDE
SPECIFICATIONS:
 Rated for 3000 psi (207 bar).
 Rated for 30-45 gpm (114-170 lpm).
 30-Micron filtration recommended.
 Weight 8.5 lbs. (3.9 kg).
 Standard port size.
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#16SAE (1-5/16-12) all ports.
FEATURES:

Priority Port – The priority port is identified by a number stamped into the spool plug notating the fixed flow rate
controlled by the valve. For example, a BG406-16SAE will have a fixed flow rate of 6gpm. Flow coming from the
priority port is pressure compensated.
 EX port (Excess Flow) - Flow coming from the EX port is also pressure compensated.
MOUNTING & INSTRUCTIONS:

Mounting – Valve can be mounted in any orientation. Valve must be mounted on a flat surface. Special attention should
be paid to not bend or twist the casting when mounting. Doing so may cause the compensator spool to bind, causing
valve to fail. It is recommended to install washers between casting and mounting surface.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q: Can the priority port be blocked or plugged?
A: No. If the priority port is blocked or plugged for any reason the compensation spool will attempt to compensate for
increasing pressure, and shift thus blocking the EX port as well, and rendering valve inoperable. DO NOT BLOCK
PRIORITY PORT.
Q: Can the EX port be blocked or plugged?
A: The EX port can be blocked or plugged, but doing so requires a pressure compensated or load sense pump.
Q: Can flow be sent in reverse through valve.
A: Flow should not be sent in reverse through valve, may cause valve to fail.