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Dixon Valve Pneumatic Test Pump Manual User Manual

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Pneumatic Test Pump

Dixon Valve & Coupling 800.355.1991

Procedure for Hydrostatic Testing using Pneumatic Test Pump (PTP)

(continued)

14. Turn off air supply valve (see 4 on drawing).

15. Turn the air regulator knob (see 3 on drawing) counterclockwise until it is in the

fully closed (off) position.

16. Close water inlet valve (see 2 on drawing).

17. Open pressure relief valve (see 1 on drawing) slowly to release pressure inside

test sample.

18. Disconnect test sample from intermediate hose.

19. Drain water from test sample.

Caution!

When relieving the pressure and draining the test sample, many gallons

of water may be released on the floor or ground. Use all precautions

necessary to ensure that no one slips or falls as a result of this water being on

the floor or ground.