Troubleshooting – LowFlow JBPH Series Back Pressure Regulating Valve User Manual

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12. Remove seat assembly (14)(15) from body (1) and discard.
13. Inspect all parts for damage and replace if necessary. Remove and

replace bottom cap seals (8)(12) (lubricate lightly with Krytox lubri-
cant). Replace seat assembly (14) and insert the bottom cap (2) back
into the body (1). Note: Use only parts manufactured and supplied
by LowFlow Valve for these parts.

Troubleshooting

1. Erratic Operation; Chattering

Oversize regulator; inadequate rangeability

- Check actuator fl ow conditions, re-size regulator for mini

mum and maximum fl ow.

- Increase fl ow rate.

- Install next step higher range spring. Before replacing

regulator, contact factory

Worn plug or seat; inadequate guiding

- Replace trim (possible body replacement)

Valve is stuck in position.

- Determine if corrosion is causing piston assembly/ plug to

not move freely. Clean or replace parts as necessary.

2. Regulator can’t pass suffi cient fl ow

Regulator not closing tightly

- Inspect seat assembly and plug; replace if worn.

• Downstream

blockage

- Check system; isolate (block fl ow at regulator inlet- not

outlet).

- Relocate regulator if necessary

No pressure relief protection

- Install safety relief valve, or rupture disc.

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