BENDIX RV-1 PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE User manual

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SD-03-3510
DESCRIPTION
The RV-1™pressure reducing valve is used to reduce air
pressure and maintain it at a constant specified pre-set
pressure below that of the supply pressure. The pressure
reducingvalvehasa1/4"deliveryportonthesideanda1/4"
supply port on the bottom. Two 9/32" mounting holes are
cast into the body. A lockwire and seal are optional for a
tamperproof setting.
OPERATION
The pressure setting of the pressure reducing valve is
determinedbythe setting of theadjustingcap, which exerts
a force on the spring on top of the piston. Compressed air
enters the supply port and passes out the delivery port.
Whentheairpressureonthebottomofthepistonovercomes
theforceofthe spring ontopofthepiston, the pistonmoves
upwardandtheinletvalvespringforces the inlet valve onits
seat, closing off the supply of air. As the pressure in the
delivery line drops, the force of the spring above the piston
becomes greater than the air pressure below the piston,
allowingthepistontomovedownward,movingtheinletvalve
off its seat and allowing air to pass out the delivery port.
Ifpressure inthe delivery lineexceeds thepressure setting
of the pressure reducing valve, the force exerted by the air
pressure below the piston will be greater than the spring
force above the piston. The piston will move up from the
exhaust valve, permitting air to pass by the exhaust valve,
throughthehollowpistonandvalveguideandescapethrough
the slot in the adjusting cap. When the force of the spring
above the piston overcomes that of the air pressure below
the piston, the exhaust valve is seated, and the pressure in
the delivery line is the same as the setting of the pressure
reducingvalve.
Note: The RV-1™valve should be used in light duty
applicationswhere thesupplyanddeliverypressureisstable
and constant. A rapid or pulsed supply and/or delivery
pressure is not recommended. Please consult Bendix
Engineeringwith specific applicationrequirements.
OPERATING AND LEAKAGE TESTS
Connect a 120 psi pressure source to the supply port and
connectanaccuratetestgauge to the delivery.Observethe
gauge with the supply pressure applied, this is the delivery
pressure(theinletvalve is closed). Ifthepressuredelivered
is more than ±5 psi from the pressure indicated on the tag
attached to the valve or vehicle manual, the valve can be
readjusted. Momentarily bleed off some of the delivery
pressure. Discontinue bleed off and recheck the delivery
pressure. The delivery pressure should again be within ±5
psi of the pressure indicated on the tag.
Check for leakage at the adjustment cap base with soap
solution. Leakage should not exceed 100 SCCM or a 1"
bubblein5orlessseconds. Excessiveleakagemayindicate
aleaking piston o-ring or inlet/exhaustvalve.
Bendix®RV-1™Pressure Reducing Valve
LOCK WIRE
&SEAL
MOUNTING
HOLES
ADJUSTINGCAP
SUPPLY
PORT
EXHAUST
VENT
VALVE GUIDE
WIRE
INLET &
EXHAUST
VALVE
PISTON
INLETVALVE
SPRING
PRESSURE
REGULATING
SPRING
PISTON
O-RING
CAP
LOCK
NUT
DELIVERY
PORT

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VALVE ADJUSTMENT
IftheRV-1™valvedoesnotdeliverasdescribed,andleakage
is minimal, the valve can be readjusted as follows.
1. Removelockwire(ifused).
2. Loosen the cap lock nut while holding the adjusting cap
stationary.
3. Turn the adjusting cap clockwise to increase pressure,
counter clockwise to reduce pressure.
4. Thelocknutshouldbetightenedafterreadjustment,while
holding the adjustment cap stationary.
5. Recheck the delivery pressure as described.
6. Reattach the lockwire and replace the seal if used.
If the RV-1™valve does not function as described or if
excessive leakage occurs, it is recommended that it be
repaired/replacedwithgenuine Bendix parts.
PREVENTIVEMAINTENANCE
Important: Review the Bendix Warranty Policy before
performinganyintrusivemaintenanceprocedures.Awarranty
maybevoided if intrusivemaintenanceis performed during
thewarrantyperiod.
No two vehicles operate under identical conditions, as a
result, maintenance intervals may vary. Experience is a
valuableguideindeterminingthebestmaintenance interval
forairbrake systemcomponents.At aminimum,the RV-1™
valveshouldbe inspected every 6monthsor1500operating
hours, whichever comes first, for proper operation. Should
the RV-1™valve not meet the elements of the operational
testsnotedinthisdocument,furtherinvestigationandservice
ofthevalvemay be required.
WARNING! PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW
THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO AVOID
PERSONAL INJURYOR DEATH:
When working on or around a vehicle, the following
general precautions should be observed at all times.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply the
parking brakes, and always block the wheels.
Always wear safety glasses.
2. Stop the engine and remove ignition key when
working under or around the vehicle. When
working in the engine compartment, the engine
should be shut off and the ignition key should be
removed. Where circumstances require that the
engine bein operation, EXTREMECAUTIONshould
be used to prevent personal injury resulting from
contact with moving, rotating, leaking, heated or
electrically charged components.
3. Do not attempt to install, remove, disassemble or
assemble a component until you have read and
thoroughly understand the recommended
procedures. Useonly the proper tools and observe
all precautions pertaining to use of those tools.
4. If the work is being performed on the vehicle’s air
brake system, or any auxiliary pressurized air
systems,make certain to drain theairpressurefrom
all reservoirs before beginning ANY work on the
vehicle. If the vehicle is equipped with an AD-IS®
air dryer system or a dryer reservoir module, be
sure to drain the purge reservoir.
5. Following the vehicle manufacturer’s
recommendedprocedures,deactivatetheelectrical
system in a manner that safely removes all
electrical power from the vehicle.
6. Never exceed manufacturer’s recommended
pressures.
7. Never connect or disconnect a hose or line
containing pressure; it may whip. Never remove a
component or plug unless you are certain all
system pressure has been depleted.
8. Use only genuine Bendix®replacement parts,
components and kits. Replacement hardware,
tubing, hose, fittings, etc. must be of equivalent
size, type and strength as original equipment and
be designed specifically for such applications and
systems.
9. Components with stripped threads or damaged
parts should be replaced rather than repaired. Do
not attempt repairs requiring machining or welding
unless specifically stated and approved by the
vehicle and component manufacturer.
10. Prior to returning the vehicle to service, make
certain all components and systems are restored
to their proper operating condition.
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
REMOVAL
1. Blockandholdthevehiclebymeans otherthanairbrakes.
2. Draintheservice and isolatedreservoirs.
3. Disconnecttheairlinesfromthepressurereducingvalve.
4. Loosenthevalvemounting bolts and remove thevalve.
INSTALLATION
1. Check and clean air lines to valve.
2. Mount the valve securely with bolts and lockwashers.
3. Reconnect the lines to the valve.

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VALVEDISASSEMBLY
1. Loosen lock nut, hold the adjusting cap stationary and
removelockwireif used.
2. Remove the adjusting cap and lock nut.
3. Removethepressureregulating spring.
4. Removethe piston assembly and o-ring.
5. Using needle-nose pliers grab the end of the inlet valve
springandrotateittodislodgetheinletandexhaustvalve
springfromgroove of supply port.Removethespringand
inlet/exhaustvalve.
CLEANING AND INSPECTION
Wash all metal and plastic parts in mineral spirits. Rubber
parts should be wiped clean. Inspect all parts for wear or
deterioration. Check springs for cracks, corrosion or
distortion. Inspect all rubber parts and replace if they show
signs of cracks, wear, deterioration, or are swollen. Ensure
that the valve guide wire is fully inserted into rubber inlet/
exhaustvalve.
ASSEMBLY
Beforeassemblingthevalve,lubricatethepiston,o-ringand
body bores with Bendix barium base grease part number
246671.
1. Replace the lock nut on body.
2. Install the o-ring in body bore.
3. Insert the piston into valve body and place the spring
inside the piston.
4. Replace the adjusting cap.
5. Carefully insert the inlet/exhaust valve guide into small
opening in piston.
6. Usingneedle-nosepliers,grab end of inlet/exhaust valve
spring and twist the end into the groove of valve body.
Assureproper centeringofinlet/exhaustvalveandspring.
7. Adjust and test valve as outlined in “Operating and
Leakage Tests” section.

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