BRAND Hydraulics 20 SERIES SECTIONAL DIRECTIONAL CONTROL VALVES - Manual (Page 2)

Certificate #02.002.1
ISO 9001:2000 WITH DESIGN
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How do I assemble the handle(s) to my preassembled valve? – The majority of the handle(s) will be assembled to the valve
sections(s) out of the box.
 “A” Style, i.e. Joystick: Thread the nut onto the handle, if not done at the factory. Then thread the handle onto the
joystick assembly. Finally, lock the handle by tightening the 9/16” [14.3mm] nut in a clockwise rotation.
 “B” Style, i.e. Bent Handle: Thread the nut onto the handle, if not done at the factory. Then thread the handle onto
the handle assembly. Finally, lock the handle by tightening the 1/2” [12.7mm] nut in a clockwise rotation.
 “C” Style, i.e. Straight Handle: Thread the nut onto the handle, if not done at the factory. Then thread the handle link
on the handle. Follow this by threading the handle onto the handle assembly using a 3/16” [4.8mm] Allen wrench
What is the correct torque for the tie rod nuts?
The correct torque spec on the 9/16” [14.3mm] tie rod nuts is 85 inch pounds [9.6Nm]. Both nuts on each rod should
be tightened at the same time to prevent bind in the section.
Can I rotate my handle(s)? – Yes, 180 ⁰.
 “A” Handle: Yes, first, remove the handle from the joystick assembly. Next, remove the black rubber dust boot.
Next, remove the two 3/16” hex bolts from the casting. Now, remove the joystick assembly and rotate the assembly
180º and reinstall bolts, boot and handle (See Figure 2).
 “B” & “C” Handles: First, remove the handle, if applicable. Next, remove the two (2) cap screws with a 5/32”
[3.9mm] Allen wrench. Rotate the enclosed handle assembly and reinstall the cap screws (See Figure 3 and 4,
respectively).
How do I convert my Inlet & Outlet ports? – Field convertible Inlets & Outlets will have two (2) -6 SAE plugs in them. To
convert them, remove the plug from the desired Inlet/Outlet with a ¼” [6.4mm] Allen wrench and reinstall it the undesired
Inlet/Outlet port.
Can I convert my valve to utilize “Power Beyond”?
Yes, if you have a field convertible outlet section. To do so, remove the side conversion plug out of the valve, if
applicable. Then install the 20-AGPB cartridge using a 3/4” [19.1mm] wrench. Finally, plumb either the Top or End port
back to tank as the low pressure return. See Figure 1 for more information.
Can I convert my valve to operate in a “Closed” system?
Yes, if you have a field convertible outlet section. To do so, remove the side conversion plug out of the valve, if
applicable. Then install the 20-AGCC cartridge using a 3/4” [19.1mm] wrench. Finally, plumb either the Top or End port
back to tank as the low pressure return.
How does my joystick control my functions? See Figure 1