Gage installation, Gage operation – Badger Meter Ellipse Model PFA User Manual
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GAGE INSTALLATION
1 . The connecting tubing between the PFA Fire Pump System and the gage should be as short as possible and should slope
down a minimum of 1 inch per foot .
2 . Secure and support the tubing to prevent sagging and/or vibration .
3 . Make sure the head heights are even .
4 . Run a bleed line from the gage vent valves to a pan or drain .
GAGE OPERATION
1 . Identify Hi and Lo pressure inlets on the gage .
2 . Make sure the bypass valve (blue) is OPEN!
GAGE MAY BE DAMAGED IF INITIALLY PRESSURIZED WITH THE BYPASS VALVE CLOSED.
3 . Connect the gage to the corresponding Hi and Lo pressure taps of the PFA Fire Pump System (via three-valve manifold, if
being used) .
4 . Open the Hi and Lo instrument valves on the PFA Fire Pump System .
5 . Alternately open the Hi and Lo vent valves to purge the lines .
6 . When venting is complete, close the bypass valve to begin taking reading .
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