Valve issues – Hydra-Flex Aqua-Lab MD Operating Manual User Manual
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Valve Issues
Problem
Potential Causes
Solutions
Valve won’t open
Air pressure too low
Ensure primary air regulator reading at least 60 psi,
turn up to 80-90psi if possible and check again
Internal valve o-ring jammed / twisted
Remove valve from manifold, Carefully remove top
of valve
(caution – under high spring pressure)
push white piston up with small allen wrench from
opposite end and check o-ring condition. Replace
and lubricate if needed.
Valve leaks air or
water out top
Internal o-ring seal damaged / worn
Remove valve from manifold, Carefully remove top
of valve
(caution – under high spring pressure)
push white piston up with small screwdriver from
opposite end and check o-ring condition. Replace
with 018 Viton O-ring and lubricate with Dow 111
valve lube.
Valve remains open
after signal is off
Manifold pressure is above 230 psi
Reduce pressure to manifold to 200 psi operating
pressure