Ames Fire & Waterworks 972GS-19 Stainless Steel On-Off Float Valve (6 and Larger) - Manual

01/06
970 Series Model
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ON-OFF FLOAT VALVE
(6” and Larger)
972-19
672-19
Operation
The AMES Model 972-19 / 672-19 On-Off Float Control Valve is designed to open fully or close drip-tight as
commanded by the Float Control Pilot. The Float Pilot may be either valve or remote mounted. The valve
closes drip tight when water level reaches the adjustable high-level setpoint, and opens fully when water
level is below the adjustable low-level setpoint, allowing a calculated “draw-down” of water level to increase
tank circulation.
The On-Off Float Pilot directs upstream pressure into and out of the cover chamber of the 3-way Accelerator
Pilot. When the cover of the Accelerator Pilot is pressurized, the main valve cover chamber is vented
downstream, causing the valve to open fully. When the cover of the Accelerator Pilot is de-pressurized, the
main valve cover chamber is connected to upstream pressure, causing the valve to close drip tight. Valve
opening and closing speeds are separately adjustable. When water level reaches the adjustable high-level
setpoint, the Float Pilot de-pressurizes the cover chamber of the 3-Way Accelerator, closing the valve drip
tight. The valve remains closed as water level decreases. When water level reaches the adjustable low-
level setpoint, the Float Pilot pressurizes the cover chamber of the 3-Way Accelerator, opening the valve
fully. High and low levels are separately adjustable by positioning stop collars on the float rod(s) at desired
opening and closing setpoints.
If desired, the on-off action of the valve can be “reversed” by modifying the hydraulic connections of the On-
Off Float Pilot.