Types 166-5 & 6
Fisher Controls
Instruction Manual
Type 166-5 & 6 Regulators
July 1969 GATE VALVE
REMOTE VENT
BY PASS LINE
Dwg. AJ2839
the vent from the regulator. A line is installed from this connection to the outdoors, and the vent fitting inserted in the end of the line. The remote vent line should be as short as possible with a minimum number of elbows. The pipe should be of the largest practical diameter. START-UP
CONTROL LINE NEEDLE VALVE
MANUAL CONTROL VALVE
Form 1698C
MANUAL CONTROL VALVE
Figure 1. Typical Installation, Type 166-5 or 6.
TYPE NUMBER EXPLANATION
Type 166-5—Industrial gas regulator suitable for inlet pressures up to 125 psi.* Outlet pressure range is 4" w.c. to 2 psi (5 springs) for 11/16" and 1" orifices. Type 166-6—Same as 166-5 except outlet pressure range is 2 to 10 psi (2 springs). *For maximum regulator accuracy the inlet pressure should be limited to 60 psi for the 1" orifice.
INSTALLATION
Inspect all parts of the regulator for foreign material that may have collected during shipment, and clean and blow out pipe lines to remove pipe scale and chips. It is recommended that a strainer, such as a Fisher Type 260C, be installed ahead of the main valve. Install the body in the line so that flow is in the direction indicated by the arrow cast on the body. Figure 1 shows a typical 166 installation. If it is desirable to have continuous operation during regulator maintenance, install a three valve by-pass around the regulator. The downstream piping may be enlarged to obtain maximum capacity. If the body has screwed connections, use a good grade of pipe compound on the male theads. If the body is of flanged construction, draw the flange bolts up evenly. Connect a 3/4" control line from the tap in the lower casing to a straight run of pipe 6 to 8 pipe diameters downstream from the regulator, or any swage fittings. Install a needle valve in this line so the control pressure can be shut off. The needle valve can also be used to dampen out pulsations which may cause instability. The vent should be piped outdoors when the regulator is installed indoors, as illustrated in Figure 1. For remote vent installation, unscrew
To put the regulator in operation: 1. Open the needle valve in the control line. 2. Slowly open downstream manual control valve. 3. Slowly open upstream manual control valve. 4. Close by-pass valve. 5. If the regulator has a tendency to pulsate, pinch down the needle valve in the control line. This valve should never be completely closed while the control valve is in operation. 6. Inspect all pipe connections for leaks. ADJUSTMENT
It is possible to change the reduced pressure setting of the regulator within the specified pressure range stamped on the pressure range plate attached to the rim of the spring case. Observe the maximum inlet pressure figure given on this plate. To change the reduced pressure setting, remove the closing cap (Key No. 1, Type 166-5) or the adjusting screw cap (Key No. 55, Type 166-6), and turn the adjusting screw (Key No. 3) clockwise to increase, or counterclockwise to reduce the pressure setting. MAINTENANCE
Series 166 regulators should respond to downstream pressure changes with high sensitivity and accuracy. If this type of action is not being obtained, check the following: 1. Valve Plug—Examine the valve disks and seat rings for damage. If the synthetic rubber valve disks are damaged, they must be replaced. 2. Diaphragm—If the diaphragm is no longer pliable or is ruptured, it will have to be replaced. TO REPLACE VALVE DISKS
The rubber valve disks on the Type 166-5 and 6 regulators may be replaced without removing the regulator from the pipeline. To examine or replace the disks, follow this procedure. (See Figure 2) 1. Isolate the regulator in the pipeline.