Ashcroft 1327D Manual

Installation and
Maintenance
Manual for the
ASHCROFT®Type
1305D Deadweight
Tester and Type
1327D Portable
Pump
Installation and
Maintenance
Manual for the
ASHCROFT®Type
1305D Deadweight
Tester and Type
1327D Portable
Pump
I&M002-10095_RevF_(250-1526)_09-20-22

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1.0 PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF MANUAL
This manual is provided to guide users of Model 1305D
and 1327D pressure testing devices in:
(1) installing the equipment
(2) Routine operations
The instructions in this manual are designed to be per-
formed by qualified instrument maintenance personnel.
Ashcroft Inc. does not recommend troubleshooting or
repairs beyond the scope of this manual. Problems that
cannot be remedied by following the instructions in this
manual should be referred to the manufacturer. Immediate
assistance can often be supplied by telephone. Defective
components will be repaired or replaced by the manufac-
turer at his discretion and will be returned to the user by
the same mode of shipment. Airmail or air express is rec-
ommended for urgent shipments. Returned goods should
be accompanied by information requested in Section 6.
Contact Customer Service at:
Ashcroft Inc.
250 East Main Street
Stratford, CT 06614
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.ashcroft.com
email: inf[email protected]
1.1 Safety Precautions
Pressure Testing Equipment must be selected and used
in accordance with recognized industry codes and safety
practices to avoid the possibility of misuse or misapplica-
tion which could result in personal injury or property dam-
age. Personnel responsible for selection and installation
should also be familiar with the safety recommendations
of ASME B40.1 that apply to elastic pressure elements
and their application in general and specific services.
ASME B40.1 is available from:
ANSI or ASME
1430 Broadway 345 47th Street
New York, NY 10018 New York, NY 10017
1. Pressure – Select a range so that the maximum ap-
plied pressure will never exceed the upper range limit.
2. Vibration – Excessive vibration could cause a loosen-
ing of components and abnormal wear resulting in loss of
instrument accuracy or failure to provide valid data.
3. Temperature – Operation of the instrument in an en-
vironment where temperatures are in excess of design
ratings may result in loss of accuracy and failure.
4. Process – Pressure boundary materials must be resis-
tant to the process media. Failure to assure compatibility
may result in pressure boundary deterioration or failure.
Instruments operated at high pressure or with potentially
hazardous service, such as oxygen, should be carefully
selected in accordance with recognized industry codes
and the recommendations of ASME B40.1.
2.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION –
THEORY OF OPERATION – CONSTRUCTION
2.1.2 Product Description
2.1.3 Construction
The Ashcroft Type 1305D Dual Range Deadweight testers
are precision built primary pressure standards, used for
testing, setting, calibrating or repairing pressure mea-
suring devices within the test points 15 psi (100kPa) to
10,000 psi (70,000kPa).
Ashcroft®Installation and Maintenance Manual
for the Ashcroft®Type 1305D Deadweight Tester
and Type 1327D Portable Pump
INDEX
Section Description
1. Scope of Manual Safety Precautions
2. Product Description 1305
Theory of Operation
Construction
Specifications
Product Description 1327
Theory of Operation
Construction
Specifications
3. Inspection
Installation 1305
Operation 1305
Installation 1327
Operation 1327
4. Factors Affecting Operation of Deadweight
Testers
5. Maintenance Instructions
6. Warranty
Shipping Instructions
List of Illustrations
Figure 1-1
Figure 1-2
Figure 2-1
Figure 2-2
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The deadweight tester consists of a two stage hydraulic
pump containing a manifold which is pressurized during
operation. Integral to the pump is a shuttle valve that
allows the operator to regulate the speed of pressure in-
crease. One connection to the manifold includes a cylinder
and a free-floating precision machined piston with a plate
for holding calibrated weights. A second connection to the
manifold accommodates a gauge or other pressure mea-
suring device to be calibrated or checked. Incorporated
into the manifold is a hand operated displacement valve
that allows small adjustments in fluid volume to be made
without further operation of the pump handle or release
valve.
The tester is dual range having two interchangeable piston
and cylinder assemblies. One is a low pressure piston
having an effective area five times larger than that of the
high pressure piston. The low pressure piston is used for
making measurements below 2,000 psi (14,000 kPa). The
high pressure piston, with an area 1/5 that of the low pres-
sure piston, is used to measure pressure through 10,000
psi (70,000 kPa). The weight masses are pre-measured
and identified with the pressure values they produce when
operated with the interchangeable piston and cylinder
assemblies.
Pressure calibration points produced by the deadweight
tester are accurate to within ± 0.1% of the reading certified
traceable to the N.I.S.T. The tester provides consistent, re-
peatable accuracy, maintaining its pressure for an appre-
ciable length of time regardless of temperature changes,
slight leaks in the pressure system, or changes in volume
of the pressurized system due to movement of a Bourdon
tube or other device.
A hand jack set, three wrenches, spare O-rings, and a
special adapter for making connections to pressure outlets
that do not accommodate cone pipe seating, are included
with each unit.
All deadweight testers are supplied with lower and back
connection offset pipe assemblies, with pipe adapters for
1
⁄ 4NPT or 1 ⁄ 2NPT connections.
An all metal, double-latched, top handle carrying case is
supplied with the complete tester for all fittings and attach-
ments. Deadweights are packed in metal, double-latched
storage-carrying boxes.
2.1.2 Theory of Operation – 1305D
The theory behind a deadweight tester can be expressed
as simply as force acting upon a known area. Pressure
produced by the pump is distributed by the manifold, to
the base of a precision machined piston and to a device
being calibrated or checked. Pre-selected weights loaded
onto the piston platform are acted upon by gravity and
develop a force that is to be equally opposed by the fluid
pressure from the pump. When equilibrium is achieved,
the pressure value is known, it being a direct result of the
sum of the forces from the weights, piston platform and
the piston divided by the effective area of the piston and
cylinder assembly.
With the 1305D two piston and cylinder assemblies are
supplied, one having an effective area 1/5 of the other.
When using the smaller piston and cylinder assembly, five
times more pressure is required to oppose the force of a
constant mass being acted upon by gravity. For this rea-
son the masses supplied with the tester are stamped with
two pressure values, the value being contingent on the
effective area of the piston and cylinder assembly selected.
2.1.3 Specifications – 1305D
Accuracy: Combined tolerance of weights and piston and
cylinder assemblies within 0.1% of reading. Weight toler-
ance within 0.05% of mass. Piston and cylinder is within
0.05% of rated mean effective area.
Deadweight: Non-magnetic die cast zinc alloy. Total
weight to produce maximum pressure of 10,000 psi
(70,000kPa) is 125 lbs. (56.7 kg).
Piston & Cylinder Assemblies: High strength stainless
steel piston and cylinder with brass collar and aluminum
weight platform.
Pump: Two stage, lever operated generates 10,000 psi
(70,000 kPa) with 28 pounds (12.7 kg) of force on lever
handle.
Pump Body: Aluminum, corrosion inhibited and coated
with baked blue epoxy finish.
Shuttle Valve: Stainless steel bypass valve that controls
rate of pressure increase and reduces operator effort
when working at high pressure.
Displacement Valve: A fine pitched threaded valve rod
permitting vernier adjustments to fluid volume and provide
precise pressure changes or adjustment of piston travel.
Limit stops prevent rod removal during normal operation.
Mounting: Four bench mounting holes located in base for
positive mounting to any level surface.
Instrument Connections: Two coned pipe assemblies
provide vertical calibration capability for back and lower
connected gauges. Standard 1⁄4inch internal NPT and 1⁄2
inch inter NPT fitting adapters are supplied.
Operating Fluid: 1305D – Light grade machine oils, au-
tomotive petroleum base SAE 20 oils or other equivalent
fluids suitable for use with Buna N O-ring materials. 1.5
pints required (.7 liters).
1305DH – Most hydraulic oils of phosphate ester base,
brake fluids, skydrol, pydraul etc., suitable for use with
Butyl or Ethylene-Propylene O-ring materials. 1.5 pints
required (.7 liters).
2.1.4 Certification:
Standard (CD-3) – Traceable calibration certificate
(accuracy/traceability statement only).
Optional (CD-5) – Certification document includes actual
(as left) weight values for each weight and piston, piston
diameter values, environmental data and test numbers.
Set includes numbered weights.
2.2 Product Description 1327D
2.2.1 Construction
The Ashcroft Type 1327D Portable Test Pumps are
rugged, versatile pressure transfer standards, used for
testing, setting, calibrating or repairing pressure measur-
ing devices with ranges up to 10,000 psi (70,000kPa). A
selection of high accuracy test gauges, with a precision of
±0.25% of span, are supplied as the standard to which the
device under test is compared.
The main component to the tester is a two stage hydraulic
pump containing a manifold which is pressurized during
operation. Integral to the pump is a shuttle valve that
allows the operator to regulate the speed of pressure in-
crease. One connection to the manifold has a straight pipe
with a precision test gauge attached serving as the refer-
ence standard. A second connection to the manifold ac-
commodates a gauge or other pressure measuring device
to be calibrated or checked. Incorporated into the manifold
is a hand operated displacement valve that allows small
adjustments in fluid volume to be made without further op-
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Model Piston Assembly Piston Net
Number Pressure Range Piston Area Value Number of Weights by Value Weight
L-5 L-10 L-20 L-40 L-100
psi Type Low High Low High Low High H-25 H-50 H-100 H-200 H-500 lbs. kg.
1305D-10
1305DH-10 15/200 75/1000 5 25 1 3 2 3 -- 60 27
1305D-20
1305DH-20 15/400 75/2000 5 25 1 3 2 3 2 70 32
1305D-30 .
0625 in.2.0125 in.2
1305DH-30 15/600 75/3000 (.4032) (.0806) 5 25 1 3 2 3 4 85 39
1305D-50
1305DH-50 15/1000 75/5000 5 25 1 3 2 3 8 105 48
1305D-100
1305DH-100 15/2000 75/10000 5 25 1 3 2 3 18 175 80
Model Piston Assembly Piston Net
Number Pressure Range Piston Area Value Number of Weights by Value Weight
M
L-.5 L-1 L-2 L-4 L-5
kg/cm2Type Low High Low High Low High H-2.5 H-5 H-10 H-20 H-25 lbs. kg.
1305DM-20
1305DMH-20 1/20 -- .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 2 63 29
1305DM-100
1305DMH-100 1/20 5/100 .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 2 65 30
1305DM-150 .
0625 in.2.0125 in.2
1305DMh-150 1/30 5/150 (.4032) (.0806) .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 4 75 34
1305DM-350
1305DMH-350 1/70 5/350 .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 12 105 48
1305DM-700
1305DMH-700 1/140 5/700 .5 2.5 2 1 2 1 26 175 80
Model Piston Assembly Piston Net
Number Pressure Range Piston Area Value Number of Weights by Value Weight
L-.5 L-1 L-2 L-4 L-5
bar Type Low High Low High Low High H-2.5 H-5 H-10 H-20 H-25 lbs. kg.
1305DB-20
1305DBH-20 1/20 -- .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 2 63 29
1305DB-100
1305DBH-100 1/20 5/100 .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 2 65 30
1305DB-150 .
0613 in.2.0123 in.2
1305DBH-150 1/30 5/150 (.3954) (.0791) .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 4 75 34
1305DB-350
1305DBH-350 1/70 5/350 .5 2.5 1 1 2 1 12 105 48
1305DB-700
1305DBH-700 1/140 5/700 .5 2.5 2 1 2 1 26 175 80
Model Piston Assembly Piston Net
Number Pressure Range Piston Area Value Number of Weights by Value Weight
L-50 L-100 L-200 L-400 L-500
Pascal Type Low High Low High Low High H-250 H-500 H-1000 H-2000 H-2500 lbs. kg.
1305DA-2000
1305DAH-2000 100/2000 -- 50 250 1 1 2 1 2 63 29
1305DA-10000
1305DAH-10000 100/2000 500/10000 50 250 1 1 2 1 2 65 30
1305DA-15000 . 0613 in.2.0123 in.2
1305-DAH-15000 100/3000 500/15000 (.3954) (.0791) 50 250 1 1 2 1 4 75 34
1305DA-35000
1305DAH-35000 100/700 500/35000 50 250 1 1 2 1 12 105 48
1305DA-70000
1305DAH-70000 100/14000 500/70000 50 250 2 1 2 1 26 175 80
Dimensions in ( ) are square centimeters
TABLE 2-1
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Pressure values produced by the pump are able to be
clearly read to within ±0.25% accuracy of the span of the
precision test gauge selected for testing. Certification of
test gauge accuracy traceable to the N.I.S.T., is available
upon request. A hand jack set, three wrenches, spare
O-rings, and special adapter for making connections to
pressure outlets that do not accommodate cone pipe seat-
ing, are included with each unit.
Test pump accessories include lower and back connection
offset pipe assemblies, with pipe adapters for 1
⁄ 4and 1 ⁄ 2
NPT connections.
An all metal, double-latched, top handle carrying case is
supplied with the complete tester to hold all fittings and
attachments.
2.2.2 Theory of Operation – 1327D
The operating principle behind the 1327D Test Pump is
a simple form of comparison. Pressure produced by the
pump is equally distributed by the manifold to a test gauge
and to a device being calibrated or checked. The reading
of the test gauge serves as the reference to which other
device readings are compared against.
Selection of the test gauge range is the determining factor
in establishing the precision to which a comparison check
is to be made. Test gauge accuracy is expressed as a per-
centage of its span.
Proper selection of the test gauge range must be made
to minimize the amount of the unit error. If a 5,000 psi
(35,000kPa) range test gauge were used to test devices
whose span values were less than a fourth of the test
gauge range, the unit error of 12.5 psi (87kPa) would be
greater than 1% of the test pressure. Therefore, it is im-
portant to select a test gauge that has a full scale range
equal to or only slightly in excess of the pressure value to
be measured.
2.2.3 Specifications – 1327D
Accuracy: 1
⁄ 4% of 1% of test gauge span.
Test Gauges: Ashcroft solid front type 45-1082-02L-XAZ,
41
⁄ 2˝ dial size (120mm case). Bourdon tube materials for
1327D and DH are bronze and Monel. Bourdon tube ma-
terials for 1327DO are bronze and Monel.
Pump: Two stage, lever operated generates 10,000 psi
(70,000kPa) with 28 pounds (12.7kg) of force on lever
handle.
Pump Body: Aluminum, corrosion inhibited and coated
with baked blue epoxy finish.
Shuttle Valve: Stainless steel bypass valve that controls
rate of pressure increase and reduces operator effort
when working at high pressure.
Displacement Valve: A fine pitched threaded valve road
permitting vernier adjustments to fluid volume to provide
precise changes. Limit stops prevent road removal during
normal operation.
Mounting: Four bench mounting holes located in base for
positive mounting to any level surface.
Instrument Connections: Two coned pipe assemblies
provide vertical calibration capability for back and lower
connected gauges. Standard 1
⁄ 4inch internal NPT and 1 ⁄ 2
inch internal NPT fitting adapters are supplied.
Operating Fluid: 1327D – Light grade machine oils, au-
tomotive petroleum base SAE 20 oils or other equivalent
fluids suitable for use with Buna N O-ring materials. 1.5
pints required (.7 liters).
1327DH – Most hydraulic oils of phosphate ester base,
brake fluids, skydrol, pydraul etc., suitable for use with
Butyl or Ethylene-Propylene O-ring materials. 1.5 pints
required (.7 liters).
1327DO – Distilled water with compatible corrosion in-
hibitor. A .1% solution of sodium dichromate is a suitable
inhibitor. 1.5 pints required (.7 liters).
2.2.4 Certification:
Standard – Master gauges are calibrated on traceable
standards, no certification documentation provided.
Optional (CD-4) – Traceable calibration certificate for
each master gauge.
3.0 SETTING UP THE TESTER
3.1 Inspection
3.1.1 Component Check 1305D
The deadweight tester, as shipped from the factory,
contains all of the components necessary for operation
except pump fluid. Depending upon the model and pres-
sure range selected, the total number of weights, weight
boxes and piston and cylinder assemblies will vary. Refer
to Specifications, Section 2.1, Table 2-1 for model clarifi-
cation.
3.1.2 Component Check 1327D
The portable test pump, as shipped from the factory, con-
tains all of the components necessary for operation except
pump fluid. Depending upon the model and pressure
range selected, the total number and their ranges will vary.
Refer to Specifications , Section 2.2, Table 2-3 for model
clarification.
3.1.3 Claim for Missing or Damaged Goods
In the event it is determined that an item is missing or
damaged, contact Customer Service immediately at the
address indicated in Section 1.0. Damaged merchandise
and the packaging materials must be held for inspection
by authorized Ashcroft Inc. personnel or the responsible
carrier. Disposition of damaged or missing goods will be
determined after inspection has been performed on loca-
tion, or at the discretion of the manufacturer, at the factory.
Inspection may be waived if circumstances, as judged by
the manufacturer, preclude its necessity.
3.2 Installation Type 1305D
3.2.1 Set-up Procedure (See Figure 2-1)
To remove the tester from the case, release the spring
clip, depressing the clip by hand, grasp the pump reservoir
and lift up the back end of the pump assembly.
Having removed the pump assembly from its carrying
case, remove the two plastic shipping plugs.
Select a lower connection (64) or back connection (66) off-
set pipe and connect to inner pump body outlet as shown
in Fig. 2-1.
Remove the reservoir filler plug (35) and fill reservoir with
operating fluid.
3.2.2 Bench Space Required (See Figure 1-1)
Allow a space:
10 inches (25.4 cm) width
27 inches (68.6 cm) depth
22 inches (55.9 cm) height – allows for maximum load of
deadweights
3.2.3 Storage Space Required
One Tester Box:
101
⁄ 2inch (2.6 cm); 221 ⁄ 2inch (57 cm) depth; 10 inch (25
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Unit Of Model Tools & Net Weight
Measure Number Case Access. Gauge Range(s) Included lbs. kg
1327*
1327H* – – – – – – 12 5
1327O
1327D
1327DH X X – – – – 34 15
1327DO
1327DG-2
1327DGH-2 X X 0/150 – – – 36 16
1327DGO-2
1327DG-6
1327DGH-6 X X 0/150 0/600 – – 38 17
1327DGO-6
psig 1327DG-50
1327DGH-50 X X 0/150 0/600 0/5000 – 40 18
1327DGO-50
1327DG-100
1327DGH-100 X X 0/150 0/600 0/5000 0/10000 42 19
1327DGO-100
1327DMG-10
1327DMGH-10 X X 0/10 – – – 36 16
1327DMGO-10
1327DMG-40
1327DMGH-40 X X 0/10 0/40 – – 38 17
1327DMGO-40
kg/cm2 1327DMG-250
1327DMGH-250 X X 0/10 0/40 0/250 – 40 18
1327DMGO-250
1327DMG-600
1327DMGH-600 X X 0/10 0/40 0/250 0/600 42 19
1327DMGO-600
1327DBG-10
1327DBGH-10 X X 0/10 – – – 36 16
1327DBGO-10
1327DBG-40
1327DBGH-40 X X 0/10 0/40 – – 38 17
1327DBGO-40
bar 1327DBG-250
1327DBGH-250 X X 0/10 0/40 0/250 – 40 18
1327DBGO-250
1327DBG-600
1327DBGH-600 X X 0/10 0/40 0/250 0/600 42 19
1327DBGO-600
1327DAG-1000
1327DAGH-1000 X X 0/1000 – – – 36 16
1327DAGO-1000
1327DAG-4000
1327DAGH-4000 X X 0/1000 0/4000 – – 38 17
Pascal 1327DAGO-4000
(kPa) 1327DAG-25000
1327DAGH-25000 X X 0/1000 0/4000 0/25000 – 40 18
1327DAGO-25000
1327DAG-60000
1327DAGH-60000 X X 0/1000 0/4000 0/25000 0/60000 42 19
1327DAGO-60000
*Includes Test Pump Only
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One Weight Box:
10 inch (25 cm) width; 10 inch (25 cm); 10 inch (25 cm)
height
Storage space dimensions are larger than actual size of
tester carrying case and deadweight carrying case by
approximately _ inch, (1.3 cm), in order to facilitate ease of
handling in storage.
Note: For catalog numbers 1305D, DH-100, 1305DM,
DMH-150, 1305DB, DBH-700 and 1305DA, DAH-
700 allow storage space for two weight boxes.
3.3 Operation 1305D
3.3.1 Piston and Cylinder Selection
The 1305D Tester is a dual range device in that most
-models utilize two interchangeable piston and cylinder
assemblies for measurement of pressure throughout the
entire range. Each piston and cylinder assembly has a
minimum and maximum operating range. First, determine
what pressure points need to be measured and select the
appropriate assembly. The pressure range of the assem-
blies is shown in Table 2-1. When priming the pump the
high pressure piston and cylinder assembly should be used.
3.3.2 Priming the Pump
The offset pipe (64 or 66 Figure 2-1) should already be
secured in place and the reservoir should contain the op-
erating fluid (refer to Installation Section 3.2).
Close the release valve (37) by turning it clockwise and
open the air vent by loosening the filler plug (35) a few
turns. The shuttle valve (51) should be pulled outward
from the pump body, the end of the knob approximately
even with the edge of drip pan. In this position the high
volume displacement mode is selected and the pump is
self-priming. Operate the pump handle several times using
full strokes, until you see fluid appear in the outer pump
body outlet.
The cone seat (82) is located in the base of the out-
er-pump body outlet and serves as the sealing surface
between the bottom of the piston and cylinder assembly
and the pump body. Confirm the coned end of the seat
is facing up and the cylindrical end of it is facing down.
Thread the high pressure piston and cylinder assembly
(79) or (67) into the outer body outlet as shown, using the
wrenches provided.
Operate the pump handle a few more times until fluid
is observed at the end of the offset pipe. Connect the
gauge or other device to be tested to the offset pipe.
For purposes of priming, the device must be designed
to withstand the full operating pressure of 10,000 psi
(70,000kPa). If a lower range device must be used, ex-
treme care must be exercised to avoid overpressuring
its pressure element. Seal the connection to the device
by tightening nut adapter (62) and adapter (60) until the
coned end of the pipe is forced into its inlet. If necessary,
rotate the device for viewing by loosening nut adapter (62),
set it to the proper position and retighten nut adapter.
Again, operate the pump handle a few more times. After
a few strokes positive pressure will develop and the pump
handle will begin to resist pumping action. Raise the pump
handle to its uppermost travel position. Loosen the bleed
screw (30) a half turn counter clockwise and slowly op-
erate the pump handle through a downward stroke until
fluid flows steadily from the bleed vent. Close the bleed
screw just prior to completing the downward handle mo-
tion. Repeat this action until no air bubbles are observed
in the fluid flow. (Note – the bleed screw must be closed
when the handle is being raised). Push the shuttle valve
in towards the pump body and continue pumping to the
desired test pressure. Open the release valve (37) to vent
the pressure. To check operation pull the shuttle valve
outward, close the release valve and operate the pump
handle several times. When handle resistance is felt, push
the shuttle valve inward and continue pumping within the
range of the test device.
Entrapped air will prevent the pump from operating in the
high pressure valve position or cause it to achieve only
partial pressure. Repeat the above bleed procedure as
necessary to assure all air is removed. Once air is re-
moved the pump will continue to operate without further
attention providing the reservoir level is maintained.
3.3.3 Weights
The weight set consists of a selection of various masses
that will produce desired pressure increments when op-
erated with the appropriate piston and cylinder assembly.
Each weight is stamped with two pressure values. When
applied to the high pressure piston and cylinder assembly
the equivalent pressure value is indicated next to the letter
“H”. Conversely, when applied to the low pressure piston
and cylinder assembly the equivalent pressure value is in-
dicated next to the letter “L”. The piston and piston platform
also contribute to the total mass. Their equivalent pressure
value is stamped on the top of the platform.
During normal operation, selected weights are added to
the plate and piston assembly to equal the desired pres-
sure value.
3.3.4 Levelness
The deadweight tester must be level to function properly.
The unit may be leveled by placing a bubble type level on
top of the piston plate and revolving it slowly. Shims may
be used between drip pan and bench to level the piston
plate. The unit is level when the position of the bubble
does not change within the glass as it is rotated on top of
the piston assembly.
3.3.5 Making the Test
Add weight to the piston plate to give desired calibrating
pressure.
Pull the shuttle valve (51) outward from the body and
close the pressure release valve (37). Operate the pump
handle until the fluid pressure forces the piston to raise the
weights. When pumping, the weights should be rotated
slowly to decrease cylinder wall friction. If pump handle
resistance is difficult and the weights have not risen, push
the shuttle valve inward and continue pumping. With the
shuttle valve pushed in, the fluid displacement of each
stroke is reduced, thereby requiring less effort to continue
pumping.
The piston assembly has a maximum lift of 3
⁄ 4inch (1.9
cm). It is recommended that readings be taken at mid-
point, or 3
⁄ 8inch (1 cm) lift. Small adjustments to the piston
lift can be made with the pump handle or the displacement
valve (41).
Improper readings will result if the piston plate is so low
that it rests on the bushing, or so high that the internal
stop on the piston assembly is touching the underside of
the bushing.
Spin the weights by hand and take readings only when
the weights are spinning. Speed of rotation is unim-
portant, although a slow speed is more convenient and
recommended.
To release pressure, turn valve (37) counterclockwise slowly.
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To replace the tester in its case, remove the gauge offset
pipe assembly (64 or 66) and the piston and cylinder
assembly (67 or 79). Install shipping plugs in body outlet
holes. Screw in the displacement valve (41) until it stops.
Close the vent plug (35). Open the release valve (37) ap-
proximately _ turn. Replace the tester in its case, reservoir
last. Engage the spring clip catch.
3.3.7 General Precautions
It is important that the deadweight tester be connected to
a leak tight system.
The deadweight tester should be set-up so that the axis
of the located piston is vertical, the weights carefully cen-
tered on that axis, and the piston rotated during use. The
purpose of the rotation is to spread the lubricant over the
entire surface between piston and cylinder, so that there
will be no metal-to-metal contact. If rotation is not main-
tained, the lubricant film will not cover the surface properly,
and readings will be in error.
The high and low pressure piston assemblies have an
internal overload stop, which prevents the piston and cyl-
inder from being forced apart if weights are accidentally
removed.
3.3.8 Operating Fluids
Standard Tester:
Any medium weight oil may be used (including automotive
oils S.A.E. 10, 20 or 30) S.A.E. 20-W recommended.
Hydraulic Tester:
Any hydraulic fluid (silicate or phosphate base). Skydrol or
Pydraul is suitable.
For normal operation, it is not necessary to change the
weight of oil for various pressures. A lighter oil may be
used where low pressures are being checked, and a
heavier oil where higher pressures are being tested.
The reservoir can be refilled while the tester is operating
under pressure.
3.3.9 Caution
Standard testers designed for oil service may not be used
with water for oxygen service.
3.3.10
Hydraulic service testers should not be filled with water or
any oil other than hydraulic fluid. Serious pump failure may
occur due to O-ring damage.
3.4. Installation Type 1327
3.4.1 Set up Procedure (See Figures 2-2)
To remove the test pump from the case, release the spring
clip, depressing the clip by hand, grasp the pump reser-
voir, and lift up the back end of the pump assembly.
Remove the two plastic shipping plugs from the outlet
connections. Remove the threaded filler plug (35) from
reservoir filling hole. Remove the offset pipe (64) or (66)
from the carrying case and connect to the inner pump
body outlet as shown in Figure 2-2. Remove the straight
pipe extension (58), and assemble to outer vertical pump
body outlet as shown in Figure 2-2.
3.4.2 Connecting The Gauge (See Figure 2-2)
Select a test gauge that is adequate for the pressure
range desired. Assemble the test gauge to the straight
pipe extension, using adapter nut (62), collar (61), adapter
(60) and reducer bushing (59).
Seal the connection by tightening nut adapter (62) and
adapter (60) until the coned end of the pipe is forced into
the gauge socket. Rotate the gauge for viewing by loos-
ening nut adapter (62), setting the gauge to the desired
position, and re-tightening nut adapter.
Repeat the above procedure to connect the gauge being
tested to the offset pipe assembly (64) or (66).
3.4.3 Bench Space Required
Allow a space:
10 inch (2.5 cm) width
23 inch (5.8 cm) depth
22 inch (5.6 cm) height allows for testing gauges up to 8.5
inch (250 mm) size
3.4.4 Storage Space Required
101
⁄ 2inch (27 cm) width
221
⁄ 2in (57 cm) depth
10 inch (25 cm) height
Storage space dimensions are larger than actual size of
test pump carrying case by approximately 0.5 inch (1.3
cm), in order to facilitate ease of handling in storage.
3.5 Operation 1327D
3.5.1 Test Gauge Selection
The portable test pump is used for calibrating instruments
such as pressure gauges, pressure switches or other
pressure devices rated up to 10,000 psi (70,000kPa).
First, select the proper test gauge, depending upon the
pressure range desired. When priming the pump a test
gauge rated to 10,000 psi (70,000kPa) should be used.
3.5.2 Priming The Pump
The offset pipe (64 or 66 Figure 2-2) and straight pipe
extension (58) should already be secured in place and the
reservoir should contain the operating fluid (refer to instal-
lation Section 3.4).
Close the release valve (37) by turning it clockwise and
open the air vent by loosening the filler plug (35) a few
turns. The shuttle valve (30) should be pulled outward
from the pump body, the end of the knob approximately
even with the edge of the drip pan. In this position the high
volume displacement mode is selected and the pump is
self-priming. Operate the pump handle several times using
full strokes, until you see fluid appear at the top of the
straight pipe extension. Connect the test gauge to it (refer
to Installation Section 3.4 for proper gauge connection).
Operate the pump handle a few more times until fluid
is observed at the end of the offset pipe. Connect the
gauge or other device to be tested to the offset pipe.
For purposes of priming, the device must be designed
to withstand the full operating pressure of 10,000 psi
(70,000kPa). If a lower range device must be used, ex-
treme care must be exercised to avoid overpressuring
its pressure element. Seal the connection to the device
by tightening nut adapter (62) and adapter (60) until the
coned end of the pipe is forced into its inlet. If necessary,
rotate the device for viewing by loosening nut adapter (62),
set it to the proper position and retighten nut adapter.
Again, operate the pump handle a few more times. After
a few strokes positive pressure will develop and the pump
handle will begin to resist pumping action. Raise the pump
handle to its uppermost travel position. Loosen the bleed
screw (51) a half turn counter clockwise and slowly op-
erate the pump handle through a downward stroke until
fluid flows steadily from the bleed vent. Close the bleed
screw just prior to completing the downward handle mo-
tion. Repeat this action until no air bubbles are observed
in the fluid flow. (Note – the bleed screw must be closed
when the handle is being raised). Push the shuttle valve
in towards the pump body and continue pumping to the
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the pressure. To check operation pull the shuttle valve
outward, close the release valve and operate the pump
handle several times. When handle resistance is felt, push
the shuttle valve inward and continue pumping within the
range of the test device.
Entrapped air will prevent the pump from operating in the
high pressure valve position or cause it to achieve only
partial pressure. Repeat the above bleeding procedure
as necessary to assure all air is removed. Once air is re-
moved the pump will continue to operate without further
attention providing the reservoir level is maintained.
3.5.3 Making The Test
Turn displacement piston handle (41) to mid-position, so
that it may be used for setting an exact pressure on the
gauge. The displacement piston has internal stops which
prevent unscrewing or accidental loss of pressure.
Clockwise rotation of displacement piston will produce
an increase in pressure; counterclockwise will decrease
pressure.
Prior to taking readings, both gauges should be fin-
ger-tapped lightly at the center of the gauge face, to elim-
inate any movement friction. Note the pressure readings
on the test gauge and the gauge under test. If the pres-
sure indicated on the gauge under test is not equal (within
the tolerance of the gauge) to the pressures of the master
test gauge, the gauge being tested requires calibration.
CAUTION:
Do not pump handle to pressures greater than the pres-
sure range of the gauges connected to the test pump, as
this may damage the gauges.
3.5.4 To Release Pressure
Open release valve slowly (37), until pressure returns to
zero. Do not loosen any connections until pressure in the
gauge tester has reached zero, as indicated on the test
gauge.
If additional gauges are to be tested, close the release
valve when the pressure reaches zero. This will prevent
complete drainage of oil in the tester back to the reservoir.
Unseal the gauge that has been tested by unscrew-
ing adapter nut (62) from connector (60) several turns.
Unscrew the gauge from bushing (59) if used, or connec-
tor (60), and remove.
Remove the test gauge in the same manner as the gauge
under test.
3.5.5 To Dismantle
To replace test pump in case, remove gauges and both
tube assemblies. Put shipping plugs into pump and tighten.
Close filler plug (35).
3.5.6 Operating Fluids
Standard Test Pump:
Any medium weight oil may be used (including automotive
oils S.A.E 10, 20 or 30) S.A.E. 20-W recommended.
Hydraulic Test Pump:
Any hydraulic fluid (silicate or phosphate base). Skydrol or
Pydraul is suitable.
Oxygen Test Pump:
Distilled or demineralized water with a compatible corro-
sion inhibitor added. A .1% solution of sodium dichromate
is a suitable inhibitor.
For normal operation it is not necessary to change the
weight of oil for various pressures. A lighter oil may be
used where low pressures are being checked, a heavier
oil where higher pressures are being tested.
The reservoir can be refilled while the test pump is operat-
ing under pressure.
3.5.7 Caution
Standard testers designed for oil service may not be used
with water for oxygen service.
3.5.8
Hydraulic service testers should not be filled with water or
any oil other than hydraulic fluid. Serious pump failure may
occur due to O-ring damage.
4.0 FACTORS AFFECTING OPERATION OF
DEADWEIGHT TESTERS
4.1 Deadweight Tester Accuracy
Excellent accuracy is possible using the deadweight tes-
ter through analysis and control of certain factors. If the
tester’s rated accuracy of 1/10th of 1% is adequate, then
the nominal pressure (sum of the denominations of the
weights loading the piston) may be assumed to be correct.
The pressure normally developed is determined by this
formula: Deadweight Tester Pressure =
Mass of weights plus piston mass
Effective area of piston and cylinder
P = (M-ph) g
A gs
P = pressure
M = mass of the load on the piston
A = effective area of the piston in sq. inches, or sq. cm
g/gs = ratio of the value (g) of gravity at the point of use to
the standard value of gravity (gs)
P = density of liquid used in test
h = difference in level between gauge being tested, and
the bottom of the piston
The deadweight tester is capable of measuring pressures
to proper corrections after analyzing these factors.
4.2 Gravity, Calibrated Weights
Weights furnished are calibrated at standard gravity of
980.665 gals. If precise accuracy is required, the error
introduced by change of weight due to change in gravity at
the locality should be calculated and included in results.
The mechanism of an Ashcroft Pressure Gauge includes
a Bourdon tube and geared movement, which is unaf-
fected by variations in gravity. Conversely, the pressure de-
veloped by a deadweight tester is proportional to the value
of gravity. Readings of this type pressure gauge will cor-
respond to those of a deadweight tester when the tester
is subjected to standard gravity (gs = 980.665 gals. in the
International System). In southern sections of the United
States, the value of gravity may be several thousandths
less than the standard value, if the latitude (Ø) and the
elevation above sea level (a) for an area are known, the
approximate value of (g) in gals. may be calculated from
this formula:
g = 980.632-2.586 COS 2Ø
+.003 COS 4Ø - .000094a
Ø = Latitude (Degrees)
a = Elevation above sea level (ft)
4.3 Effective Measured Area: Chamber
The effective area of the deadweight tester may be de-
termined by the average of the cross sectional area of
the piston and the area of the cylinder bore. This effective
area is affected somewhat by temperature, and by the
elastic distortion of the piston and cylinder when pressure
is being applied. The effective area of a stainless steel
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a 50 degree F (28 degree C) change in temperature. The
pressure will, therefore be less than indicated at high
temperatures.
4.4 Mass, Height, and Buoyancy
The density of air at room temperature and sea level
pressure is about 0.0012 grams/c.c., and the mass of the
piston assembly and weights under these conditions will
be reduced by about one part in 7,000 or .014%. When
the submerged part of the piston has a uniform cross
section, as with the 1305D Deadweight Tester, a buoyancy
correction is not necessary. In other designs, the piston is
sometimes enlarged to provide a stop for its upward mo-
tion or for increased strength. If these enlargements are
submerged in liquid, a buoyancy correction is necessary.
4.5 Absence of Friction
By rotating the weights and piston, friction effects are
greatly reduced.
4.6 Head of Transmitting Fluid
Oftentimes, the gauge being tested, or the point at which
pressure is being measured, is not at the same level as
the lower end of the piston. A correction, therefore, should
be made for the pressure distance between these points;
the height is considered positive when the gauge is above
the piston. When oil is used in the gauge tester, the cor-
rection will be approximately 0.03 psi (.2 kPa) for each
inch (2.54 cm) difference in level.
4.7 Method of Operation
It is important that the piston be kept floating in mid-posi-
tion, either spinning or oscillating.
4.8 Levelness
The piston assembly should be vertical to within ±1 de-
gree. A 3 degree tilt to piston axis may cause a .13% of
1% error. The deadweight tester is manufactured and
tested to 1/10th of 1% accuracy, to this degree of level-
ness. A tilt piston/cylinder axis causes excessive friction,
due to side loading of the piston against the cylinder.
4.9 Cleanliness
The weights have been manufactured and tested to a
precision of 0.05%. A buildup of dirt and grease may
cause the weight value to exceed its original tolerance and
produce erroneous pressure readings.
Periodically clean the weights to assure proper
performance.
5.0 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION
5.1 General Maintenance
The Deadweight tester and test pump are designed to
serve as precise pressure measuring standards. They are
precision built units and should be cared for in the same
manner as other sensitive laboratory equipment. General
maintenance is limited to cleaning and replacement of
O-ring packings, which can be done with tools supplied
with the equipment and requires only limited disassembly
of the gauge tester.
The piston supporting the weight platform has been man-
ufactured to very close tolerances. It has an area accuracy
of 1/20th of 1% and a weight accuracy of 1/20th of 1%.
The deadweights have been certified traceable to N.I.S.T.
with the accuracy of the finished weights better than
1/20th of 1%. To maintain deadweight tester accuracy,
handle the weights with care and keep the piston and cyl-
inder in clean condition.
The tester should be flushed with a solvent occasionally,
preferably every six months, so that operating fluid is al-
ways clean. This will prolong component life, and provide
protection against possible sticky action between the
piston and cylinder. After cleaning, always lubricate parts
before assembly.
If a deadweight tester is not used for long periods of time,
or if a piston and cylinder assembly is being replaced, the
piston should be removed from the cylinder and coated
with the hydraulic fluid, so that it never operates in a dry
state. When removing or replacing the piston, it should be
rotated back and forth.
Should a piston or cylinder wear excessively, the tester will
leak oil at a high rate, and will not be operable. A new pis-
ton and cylinder assembly should be installed.
Piston wear will result from improper or contaminated
lubrication, excessive dirt, or from several years of
continuous use.
5.2 Cleaning
Both the Tester and Test Pump should be cleaned thor-
oughly whenever the operating fluid is seriously contam-
inated with dirt, grit, or chemicals. A good practice is to
clean the test unit prior to anticipated periods when the
unit will not be in use.
5.3 To Disassemble for Cleaning
(See Figure 2-1, Figure 2-2 and Figure 5-1)
It is necessary to disassemble only those components
which come in contact with the operating fluid. Complete
disassembly is rarely necessary.
a. Remove pipe extension assembly (58) or piston and
cylinder assembly(67) and (79).
b. Then remove lower or back connection pipe assembly
(64, 66).
5.4 Removing Pump Handle and Piston
a. Remove four retaining rings (8).
b. Slide out two clevis pins (9).
c. Remove clevis (10).
d. Lift hand assembly (4) with piston pin (7) piston (20)
O-ring packing (12, 19) and back-up ring (11)
attached to it, out of piston sleeve (6).
e. Remove back-up washers (18, 11) and O-ring pack-
ing
(12, 19).
f. Unscrew piston (20)
g. Remove piston sleeve (6) and O-ring packing (45, 16)
and back-up washers (46, 17)
5.5 Removing Reservoir and Fill Tube
a. Unscrew filler plug (35) from reservoir.
b. Remove gasket (36).
c. Remove reservoir (5) by removing three screws (24).
d. Twist reservoir to free O-ring packing (21) seat.
e. Remove O-ring packing (21) from body (2).
f. Remove fill tube assembly (23) and O-ring packing (27).
g. Remove plug (22).
5.6 Removing Shuttle Valve, Shuttle Valve Plug
and Check Valve
a. Remove set screw (33) and spring (32).
b. Slide shuttle valve piston (31) out of body (2). Operate
back and forth as necessary to dislodge pin (31)
engagement.
c. Remove shuttle pin (31) by pushing it into the shuttle
valve piston cavity using a plastic shaft less than 1
⁄ 8
inch (3mm) in diameter.
d. Unscrew shuttle valve plug (43) and remove O-ring
packing (27).
e. Remove check valve spring (14) and check valve (44).
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5.7 Removing Bleeder Valve and Check Valve Assembly
a. Unscrew bleeder valve (51)
b. Unscrew bleed plug (50) and remove O-ring packing
(27).
c. Remove valve spacer (29) check valve spring (14)
and check valve (44).
d. Remove O-ring (15) from check valve (44).
5.8 Removing High Pressure Check Valve
a. Unscrew plug (28) and remove O-ring packing (27).
b. Unscrew adjusting screw (26).
c. Remove guide rod (13), check valve spring (14), and
check valve (44).
d. Remove O-ring packing (15) from check valve (44).
5.9 Removing Release Valve
a. Remove release valve assembly (37) and O-ring
packing (27)
b. Disassemble valve assembly by rotating handle
counter-clockwise until valve stem is free from valve
body.
c. Remove O-ring packing from valve stem.
d. Remove screw (38) and seal (39) by turning counter-
clockwise.
e. Remove O-ring packing (40).
5.10 Removing Displacement Valve
a. Remove displacement valve assembly (41).
b. Remove O-ring packing (27).
c. Remove handle from stem by rotating handle counter-
clockwise. This is not required for normal cleaning.
d. Rotate the stem clockwise (using screwdriver in the
slot at the top of the stem) until it is free from body.
e. Remove nut back-up washers and ring packing from
stem.
5.11 Stem Body from Drip Pan
a. Take out three bolts (25). This is not required for
normal cleaning.
b. Remove body assembly (2) from drip pan (3). This is
not required for normal cleaning.
5.12 Inspection
Visually inspect these parts for wear, damage, chips,
cracks and stripped threads:
Body Assembly Threads
Piston
Piston Sleeve (6)
Displacement Stem and Mating Surface in Body
Back-up Washers
Moving O-ring Packings
Dead Weights
Piston and Cylinder Assembly – 1305D
Test Gauges – 1327D
Back-up washers must fit snugly into piston sleeve and
into displacement valve body. Then check static (non-mov-
ing) packing for pinch marks, tearing or extrusion. Check
all valve seats for scratches and roughness.
Replace all worn or damaged parts. Replace all O-ring
packings at each overhaul. Coat O-ring packings with
suitable lubricant before replacing, to prevent sticking and
tearing during assembly and tightening of connections.
5.13 Reassembly
When reassembling, use where possible the wrenches
supplied with the equipment. These wrenches permit
enough leverage to seal all connections. Excessive tight-
ening of parts with tools other than those supplied may
cause distortion and eventual failure of threaded portions
of the tester body assembly casting. When replacing
O-ring packings, coat them with suitable lubricant to pre-
vent sticking and tearing during assembly and tightening
of connection.
5.14 To Reassemble
Body assembly on drip pans.
Replace body assembly (2) on drip pan (3) using bolts
(25).
5.15 Replacing Displacement Valve
a. Place O-ring packing between back-up washers.
b. Attach back-up washers and O-ring packing to dis
placement valve stem with nut.
c. Thread stem into body from the bottom – use screw
driver in the slot at top of stem.
d. Screw stem through body until the back-up washers,
and O-ring packing are fully enclosed in the body.
CAUTION: Do not damage O-ring packing when
threading stem through body.
e. Screw handle onto stem.
f. Replace displacement valve assembly (41) with
O-ring packing (27) in body assembly (2).
5.16 Replacing Release Valve
a. Place O-ring packing (40) in body casting (2) hole.
b. Insert seat (39) into body casting hole.
c. Thread & tighten screw (38) into body casting hole.
CAUTION: Be sure that stem of seat (39) fits into
screw hole.
d. Place O-ring packing on valve stem.
e. Screw handle onto valve stem.
f. Screw valve stem into body until end of stem does not
extend beyond valve body.
CAUTION: Do not damage O-ring packing when
threading valve stem through valve body.
g. Replace O-ring packing (27).
h. Replace release valve assembly (37) in body
assembly (2).
5.17 Replacing High Pressure Check Valve
a. Place O-ring packing (15) on check valve (44).
b. Slide check valve (44), check valve spring (14), and
guide rod (13) into body assembly (2).
c. Replace adjusting screw (26) and screw it in until it
stops.
d. Then turn (26) back two complete revolutions.
e. Replace plug (28) with O-ring packing (27) in body
assembly (2).
5.18 Replacing Bleeder Valve and Check
Valve Assembly
a. Replace O-ring packing (15) on check valve (44).
b. Slide check valve (44), check valve spring (14) and
valve space (29) into body assembly (2).
c. Replace bleed plug (50) with O-ring packing (27) into
body assembly (2).
5.19 Replacing Shuttle Valve, Shuttle Valve Plug and
Check Valve
a. Insert shuttle valve piston (3) into body (2).
b. Slide shuttle pin (31) into 1/8 inch (3mm) diameter
opening adjacent to fill tube (23) port. Apply slight
inserting pressure to shuttle pin (31) with plastic shaft
and operating shuttle valve (30) to insure proper
pin engagement.
c. Replace spring (32) directly behind shuttle pin (31)
and secure with set screw (33). Set screw must be
recessed by .050 inch (12mm) minimum.
d. Replace O-ring packing (15) on check valve (44).
e. Slide check valve (44) and check valve spring (14)
into body assembly (2).
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a. Replace plug (22).
b. Replace fill tube assembly (21) and O-ring packing (27).
c. Replace O-ring packing (21) on body assembly (2).
d. Replace reservoir (5) using three screws (24).
e. Replace filler plug (35) and gasket (36) on body.
5.21 Replacing Pump Handle and Piston
a. Replace piston sleeve (6) and O-ring packing (45, 16)
and back-up washers (46, 17) in body assembly (2).
b. Place O-ring packing (12, 19) between back-up
washers (18, 11)
c. Attach back-up washers (18,11) and O-ring packing
(12, 19) to piston (20).
d. Lubricate piston and sleeve.
e. Attach assembled piston to handle assembly (4).
CAUTION: Do not damage O-ring packing (12, 19)
when sliding assembled piston into piston sleeve (6).
f. Attach clevis (10) to handle assembly and to body
assembly (2), using clevis pins (9) and retaining
rings (8).
5.22 Replacing Piston/Cylinder Assemblies
The piston/cylinder assembly for a deadweight tester
should be replaced when excessive wear is detected on
any component part. Worn piston assemblies are usually
noted by:
1. Excessive leakage of operating fluid through piston
assembly when under pressure.
2. Seizure of piston in cylinder.
3. Damaged piston plate, damaged cylinder threads, or
damage to any component part that results in inferior
performance, or malfunctioning of the unit.
The piston/cylinder assembly is available as a unit only.
This assures the user of maximum accuracy in his
Ashcroft Deadweight Tester and maintains certified trace-
ability to the N.I.S.T.
6.0 WARRANTY – SHIPPING INSTRUCTIONS –
HOW TO ORDER
6.1 Warranty and Limitation of Liability
All products and parts carry a warranty against defective
material and workmanship for period of one (1) year from
date of shipment.
A complete warranty and limitation of liability statement is
made on the standard quotation form at the time of sale.
6.2 Shipping Instructions For Return To Factory
Pack securely to prevent possible damage in shipment.
SHIP TO: Ashcroft Inc.
250 East Main Street
Stratford, CT 06614
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.ashcroft.com
email: inf[email protected]
IMPORTANT – Obtain written authorization to return
instruments that have been in contact with corrosive or
hazardous materials such as mercury and radioactive
solutions.
Please furnish the following information with return of in-
strument:
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Pressure does
not build up when
pumping handle.
Insufficient fluid
level in reservoir.
Piston O-rings
worn or ruptured.
Bleed port check
valve or shut-
tle check valve
inoperative.
Fill tube assembly
and filter plugged.
Shuttle valve
pushed in for small
fluid displacement
when large fluid
displacement is
required.
Add fluid.
Inspect O-rings
and replace as
necessary. If
O-rings are new,
verify their fluid
compatibility.
Inspect O-rings
and replace as
necessary.
Remove and clean
fill tube assembly.
Refill reservoir
with clean fluid.
Pull shuttle valve
outward from
body.
High pressure
does not increase
when pumping
handle while
shuttle valve is
pushed in.
Air trapped in
pump piston.
Rapid pump han-
dle strokes which
lessen fluid flow
through the pump
piston.
Reprime pump.
Operate pump
handle with
smooth moderate
action.
Pump handle rises
after pumping.
High pressure
check valve O-ring
worn or ruptured.
Inspect O-ring
and replace as
necessary.
Piston plate (with
deadweights)
drops rapidly.*
Unable to hold
constant pressure.
Worn piston and
cylinder assembly.
Use a heavy
oil temporarily.
Replace piston &
cylinder.
Stacked dead-
weights wobble
when spinning
piston plate.*
Damaged dead-
weights.
Check dead-
weights for visible
damage (bends,
dents, nicks, etc.)
and alignment.
Piston plate as-
sembly will not
spin.*
Too heavy an oil
grade being used.
Flush & fill unit
with proper grade
of oil (SAE 20 or
SAE 10).
Replace piston &
cylinder assembly.
Disassemble and
flush complete
test unit with ker-
osene or alcohol.
Reassemble unit.
Pressure builds
up when pump-
ing handle, but
decreases when
pumping is
stopped.
Leakage at outlet
or gauge connec-
tions(s).
High pressure
check valve O-ring
worn or ruptured.
Defective pressure
release valve.
Inspect connec-
tions and tighten
as necessary.
Inspect O-ring and
replace as neces-
sary.
Hand tighten re-
lease valve.
Inspect release
valve seating sur-
faces. Replace as
necessary.
Remove release
valve seat and
inspect O-ring un-
derneath. Replace
as necessary.
5.4 Troubleshooting Chart
Corrective
Symptom Case Action
Corrective
Symptom Case Action
*These symptoms apply only to the 1305D Deadweight Testers.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS – D SERIES – BLUE COLOR
PORTABLE DEADWEIGHT TESTER – TYPE 1305D
PORTABLE TEST PUMP – TYPE 1327D
Qty.
Item Per
No. Asmy. Part No. Description
2 1 603D001-01 Body Only, Pump
3 1 603D009-01 Drip Pan
4 1 603X010-01 Handle
4A 1 636X003-01 Grip
5 1 LF341A Reservoir
6 1 610C001-01 Sleeve, Piston
7 1 LA810A Pin, Piston
8 4 BA221L Retaining Ring
9 2 LB810A Pin, Clevis
10 1 LD278A Clevis
11 1 607A002-02 Backup Ring
12 1 607A001-02 “O” Ring
13 1 LB802 Guide Rod
14 3 LA242 Spring, Valve
15 4 SSSS882 “O” Ring
16 1 607A001-03 “O” Ring
17 1 607A002-03 Backup Ring
18 1 607A002-01 Backup Ring
19 2 607A001-01 “O” Ring
20 1 614C001-01 Piston, Dual Diameter
21 1 BA122R “O” Ring 2.90
22 1 604A003-01 Plug 15.40
23 1 615B001-01 Fill Tube Assembly 92.70
24 3 605A002-06 Screw, Round Head 1.70
25 3 SAFH37 Screw, Allen Socket Head 1.70
26 1 LK260A Adjusting Screw 8.90
27 6 BA122V “O” Ring 1.70
28 1 LK696A Plug 19.40
29 1 — Spacer, Valve, Use Item 50
30 1 614B002-01 Piston, Shuttle 68.10
31 1 609A001-01 Pin, Shuttle 15.80
32 1 612B001-01 Spring, Shuttle Pin 1.70
33 1 605A001-01 Set Screw 162.00
34 2 LP696 Plug, Shipping 4.40
35 1 604B002-01 Plug, Fill 13.70
36 1 607A003-01 Gasket, Fill Plug 2.60
37 1 LAH292C Valve Assembly, Release 165.00
37a 1 328A105-01 Knob 14.10
37b 1 LD870B Valve Stem 50.20
37c 1 LAH292A Body, Release Valve 88.20
38 1 LD83A Scew, Seat 13.70
39 1 LD911A Seat 5.50
40 2 BA122U “O” Ring 1.70
41 1 LAG292C Valve Assembly, Displacement 187.00
41a 1 328A105-02 Knob 14.10
41 b 1 LE83 Nut 13.40
41c 2 LB122 Backup Washer 1.70
41d 1 LB870A Stem 41.70
41e 1 LAG292A Body, Displacement Valve 111.00
42 1 LA521A Sleeve 19.70
43 1 604B001-01 Plug, Shuttle Valve 59.30
44 3 609B003-01 Check Valve 49.60
45 1 BA122W “O” Ring 1.70
46 1 607A002-04 Backup Ring 2.30
50 1 604B004-01 Plug, Bleed 36.70
51 1 609B004-01 Bleed Valve 27.70
52 1 LEE236 Nameplate 4.70
58 1 LK227 Pipe Extension Assembly 180.00
Qty. Unit
Item Per List
No. Asmy. Part No. DescriptionPrice
59 2 LD227A Bushing2 9.50
60 2 LN141 Adapter 25.40
61 4 LD186 Collar 9.50
62 4 LD117 Nut, Adapter 25.20
63 1 LH227A Extension Pipe 67.00
64 1 LJ227 Lower Connection Pipe Assembly
65 1 LF227A Lower Connection Pipe 104.00
66 1 LG227A Back Connection Pipe 104.00
67 — Low Pressure Piston Assembly
1 LM869 psig 528.00
79 – High Pressure Piston Assembly
1 LN869 psig 552.00
82 1 LF217 Disc Seat 12.30
83 1 LM141 Adapter 37.10
1 617C002-01 “O” Ring Kit, Oil 26.70
1 617A003-01 Overhaul Kit, Oil (see note 1) 180.00
1 LH244A Wrench (1 x 11⁄8) 67.60
1 LH244 Wrench (7⁄8x 1) 63.30
1 LG244 Wrench (5⁄8) 33.30
12 1 607A004-02 “O” Ring 2.10
15 4 BA122H “O” Ring 2.60
16 1 607A004-03 “O” Ring 2.10
19 2 607A004-01 “O” Ring 2.60
21 1 BA122E “O” Ring 4.20
27 6 BA122D “O” Ring 2.50
37 1 LAH292D Valve Assembly, Release 165.00
40 2 BA122G “O” Ring 2.10
41 1 LAG292D Valve Assembly, Displacement 191.00
45 1 BA122F “O” Ring 5.00
1 LGG236A Nameplate, Hydraulic 7.50
1 617C002-02 “O” Ring Kit, Hydraulic 41.10
1 617A003-02 Overhaul Kit, Hydraulic (see note 1)
PARTS IN THE SECTION BELOW ARE USED IN
HYDRAULIC SERVICE UNITS. THESE UNITS CAN BE
RECOGNIZED BY THE INCLUSION OF THE LETTER “H”
IN THE MODEL DESIGNATION.
47 1 LKK236 Oxygen Warning Label 2.40
58 1 LK227A Pipe Extension Assembly 252.00
59 3 LD227B Bushing 36.40
60 3 LN141A Adapter 35.30
61 6 LD186A Collar 12.50
62 6 LD117A Nut, Adapter 34.70
64 1 LJ227A Lower Connection, Pipe Assembly
83 1 LM141A Adapter 75.90
PARTS IN THE SECTION BELOW ARE USED IN OXYGEN
(DISTILLED WATER) SERVICE UNITS WHICH ARE
IDENTIFIED BY THE INCLUSION OF THE LETTER “O” IN
THE MODEL DESIGNATION.
*Piston and bushing can only be replaced as a complete assembly, the
part number for this assembly is for:
1305DH– part no. 617B001-01 List Price $155.04
1305DH – part no. 617B001-02 List Price $163.83
1Overhaul kit includes all O-rings required to overhaul pump as
well as piston and bushing assembly.

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INDIVIDUAL WEIGHTS
Part Pressure Range
Number Units Low High
LF199D psig 1 5
LPF462 psig 2 10
LAZ199D psig 5 25
LAZ199 psig 10 50
LAZ199A psig 20 100
LAZ199B psig 40 200
LAZ199C psig 100 500
PSI WEIGHT SETS
Weight Set Number of Weights
with by High Pressure Value
Part Carrying 25 50 100 200 500
Number Case psi psi psi psi psi
LBH199C 1000 psi 1 3 2 3 –
LBH199B 2000 psi 1 3 2 3 2
LBH199A 3000 psi 1 3 2 3 4
LBH199* 5000 psi 1 3 2 3 8
LBH199D 5000 to – – – – 10
10000 psi
*For complete 10,000 psi weight set, order both part no. LBH199 and LBH199D.
AVAILABLE WEIGHTS & WEIGHT SETS

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All specifications are subject to change without notice.
All sales subject to standard terms and conditions.
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