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STEP 20: PREPARE FILL RISER FOR VALVE INSERTION <br /> IMPORTANT:Inspect the riser}pipe for any foreign <br /> material, Over spray from tank relining or any internal <br /> burrs inside of pipe must be removed prior to installa- <br /> tion. Failure to have an unobstructed riser pipe may <br /> prevent proper installation or operation of the valve. <br /> Thoroughly clean top of riser pipe. <br /> STEP 21: REMOVE ELASTIC BAND <br /> Remove the elastic band securing the float to the valve <br /> body. The float will move into an outward position. <br /> STEP 22: INSERT DROP Til BE <br /> Make sure the upper 0-Ring gasket is under the flange <br /> of the inlet tube. Hold the float down against the valve <br /> body and slowly insert the drop tube overfill valve into <br /> the riser pipe. Do not force valve into the riser pipe. If Figure 23 <br /> any obstruction or foreign matter interferes with Make sure that the float is aligned along the length of <br /> smooth insertion of the valve,the riser pipe must be the tank. The length of the tank can easily be deter- <br /> cleared. mined by[mating other manholes or pump boxes that <br /> are installed around other tank fittings. Look into the <br /> WARNING drop tube and align the deflector with the length of the <br /> Failure to follow the assembly tank. <br /> and installation Instructions or <br /> use of excessive force to insert For testable models only: Unthread the socket adap- <br /> the OPW 71 SO will VOID THE for assembly from the inlet tube(a 3/8"square drive <br /> WARRANTY. extension will attach to the socket adaptor,secure all <br /> tools to ensure they don't fall into the tank or valve)and <br /> Difficulty in removing the existing ensure float and poppet move freely when socket adap- <br /> fill tube(if there is one) means for assembly is pulled on. When looking down into the <br /> there may be an obstruction in the upper tube ensure poppet is visible when socket adap- <br /> riser pipe. Look for burrs,defor- for is pulled and resets properly when socket adaptor is <br /> mations,excess tank lining materi- released. See page 17 for full testing details. if poppet <br /> al or other projections that may does not actuate freely take appropriate steps to correct <br /> interfere with easy insertion of the before proceeding. <br /> DPW 71 SO. The 71 SO is designed <br /> for insertion into schedule 40 pipe. If Figure 22 CAUTION: No obstruction in the tank can be within <br /> schedule 80 pipe has been used for the 14"from the center of the riser pipe or the valve <br /> riser,the 71 SO cannot be installed. If seamed pipe has may not operate properly(See Figure 24). <br /> been used,the internal weld bead may interfere with <br /> the OPW 71SO and prevent installation. If the 0PW STEP 24: ALIGN VARVE <br /> 71 SO won't slip in easily DON'T FORCE 1T! Damage to Install the OPW Jack Screw Kit and a 4"NPT nipple to <br /> the valve may result if excess force is used. Examine the lock the valve in place. Refer to the Installation Instruc- <br /> riser pipe carefully,determine the nature of the obstruc- tions supplied with the Jack Screw Kit. Fortestable <br /> tion,take appropriate steps to remove it, models ensure that the socket adaptor is aligned so <br /> it does not interfere with the jack screw kit.(see rig_ <br /> STEP 23: CHECK INSTALLATION ure 24A). Install the Rotatable Product Adaptor(Refer <br /> Insert the drop tube all the way into the tank until the to Installation instructions supplied with the Product <br /> flange and gasket seat onto the top of the Face Seal Adaptor.) Make sure that the valve does not rotate <br /> Adaptor. The float will swing out into the operating while tightening the adaptor by observing the position <br /> position as it passes into the tank. of the deflector. The valve must remain aligned along <br /> tk­Ianyth f the funk as in Step a3, nepeat this step <br /> as necessary to assure proper valve alignment. <br /> 14 <br />