Chore-Time 52410-6 User manual

Introduction
The Chore-Time Water Regulator is designed to regulate water
pressure for Chore-Time Layer and Brood Grow Nipple
Watering Systems. There is a model for manual adjustment of
the regulator and one for PDS™ controller adjustment.
Installation Guidelines
Each water pressure regulator is capable of suppling one tier
(twolines)upto600’[182.8 m]. Systemsover600’[182.8m]
require two regulators per tier (one per line).
In Modular Manure Belt Brood Grow installations using air
drying tubes; two regulators per tier must be used no matter
what the cage row length. The air tube prevents water line
connection from one side of the cage row to the other.
The regulator assemblies should be mounted on one side of the
cage row. This location should be easily reachable from the
aisle for adjustment purposes and should not interfere with
other equipment (DBS system, manure belts, egg belts, belt
take ups, feeding system etc.). The regulator assemblies
should also be located so they are protected from damage.
Installation of the regulator assemblies should not be
attempted until the location of all other equipment is
established.
Theheight of the standtube/airbreathersmustalso be takeninto
consideration when positioning the regulator assemblies. It is
important to be able to maintain this height so the full
operating range of the regulator can be utilized.
It is important to install the regulator in a way that will allow the
assembly to be turned off the nipple pipe line. If removal is
necessary the stand tube/air breather will need to be removed
before turning the regulator off the nipple pipe line.
It is recommended to install the regulator assembly equal to or
slightly higher than the nipple water line. Installing the
regulator with this recommendation will aid in removal of
unwanted air in the system.
Single regulator installations (feeding two lines per tier) should
be plumbed so the output from the regulator flows through the
same number of restrictions (ells) to feed both lines. The same
number of restrictions will assure equal volume of water to
both lines. Equal volume of water is especially important in
brood grow installations so the flush times (from one line to
another) are close to the same.
In layer systems the connection between the regulator and the water supply inlet is made with a 3/4" [1.91 cm]
flexible hose assembly. This hose connects between the regulator and the water supply. The hose and connectors
must be of high quality and rated for the incoming water pressure.
In brood grow systems use the provided 5/8" x 36" [1.59 x 91.4 cm] regulator inlet supply hose. This hose connects
between the regulator and the water supply.
Under 600 Ft (182.9 M)
One Regulator Per Tier
Cage Row
Over 600 Ft (182.9 M)
Two Regulators Per Tier
Cage Row
WATER SUPPLY INLET
WATER SUPPLY INLET
Modular manure Belt (MMB)
One Regulator Per Tier
Cage Row
WATER SUPPLY INLET
Additional ells will be needed for routing
around and thru the manure belt framing.
8141 Ell 3/4" PVC SXS
8141 Ell 3/4" PVC SXS
8083 3/4" PVC Pipe
Supply Hose
Supply Hose
8083 3/4" PVC Pipe
Supply Hose
7558 Ell SxT
(Top or
Bottom Tier)
7558 Ell SxT
(Top or
Bottom Tier)
7558 Ell SxT
(Top or
Bottom Tier)
7538 Tee
SxSxT
7538 Tee
SxSxT
7538 Tee
SxSxT
7187 Hose
Clamp
50401 Hose
Adapter
7543 Nylon
Adapter
7543 Nylon
Adapter
7187 Hose
Clamp
50401 Hose
Adapter
7187 Hose
Clamp
50401 Hose
Adapter
7543 Nylon
Adapter
7538 Tee 3/4" PVC SXSXS
Figure 1. Layout Guidelines
Watering Regulator for Cage Systems
Manual Adjustment Part Number 52410-6
PDS™ Adjustment Part Number 52410-7
Chore-Time Poultry Production Systems, a Division of CTB, Inc.
P.O. Box 2000 • Milford, Indiana 46542-2000 • U.S.A.
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
E-Mail: [e-mail] • Internet: www.choretimepoultry.com MW1642DJune 2010

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Dome Air Riser Installation
Layer and brood grow systems require one (1) dome air riser for every four (4) regulators installed per supply line.
Install the dome air riser between the high pressure water supply and regulator closest to the high pressure water
supply.
Multiple dome air risers if required: Install the second dome air riser close to the middle of the cage bank.
High Pressure Supply
To Regulators
High Pressure Supply
Can Be mounted Vertically or Horizontally
7719 Dome Air Riser
8061 Tee S x S x T
Figure 2. Dome Air Riser Installation Guidelines

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Regulator Assembly
•Do not overtighten fittings when assembling threaded connections!
•Do not allow glue to enter the 3/4" threaded inlet!
•Apply thread sealant tape or thread sealing compound to all threaded connections (except hose
threads) before installation.
Use only thread sealant tape or compound approved for ABS plastic on the
regulator’s fittings.
Failure to do so could result in damage to the regulator and will void the warranty.
Line Connection Components Installation
1.Install Male PVC Adapter into the 3/4" threaded outlet.
2.Glue 1.44" threaded PCV pipe to the 3/4" slip by
thread PVC elbow. Allow time for the glue to set
before installing to the 3/4" female threaded inlet.
3.Install glued assembly to the 3/4" female threaded
inlet. Be sure the elbow is properly oriented for
connection to the water supply.
Note: The 3/4" Male adapter may be installed directly into
the 3/4" threaded inlet when PVC elbow is not required.
4.Install nylon 3/4" hose adapter to 3/4" slip by thread
PVC elbow.
Stand Tube Installation
1.Place one (1) o-ring against the shoulder of the stand tube
outlet. Lubricate the o-ring with water or soapy water.
DO NOT USE PETROLEUM BASED
LUBRICANTS!
2.Push the stand tube assembly over the lubricated o-ring
until it hits the top of the regulator. Make sure the o-ring
is properly positioned.
3.Locate clamp below the o-ring and tighten. Make sure the
stand tube is secure but to not overtighten the clamp.
Water Supply Connection
After the regulator assembly is attached to the nipple line connect the regulator assembly to the water supply.
See Figure 1. for installation layout guidelines.
•Brood grow systems use a
5/8" [1.59 cm] flexible
hose assembly to connect
to the nylon 3/4" hose
adapter.
•Layer systems use a 3/4"
[1.91 cm] flexible hose
assembly to connect to the
nylon 3/4" hose adapter.
Recommendedincomingwater
pressure to the regulator
assembly: 30 to 35 psi max
[207 to 241 kPa max].
Apply Thread Sealant
or Teflon Tape
Glue Together BEFORE
Installing to Regulator
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Male PVC
Adapter
1.44" Threaded
PVC Pipe
3/4" S x T
PVC Elbow
3/4" Hose
Adapter
3/4" Threaded
Outlet
3/4" Threaded
Inlet
Figure 3.Line Connection Components
Place o-ring
as shown Install tube clamp
below o-ring
Figure 4. Stand tube installation
1.44" Threaded
PVC Pipe
3/4" S x T
PVC Elbow
3/4" Hose
Adapter
5/8" Brood Grow
Supply Hose
3/4" Layer
Supply Hose
3/4" Female
Fitting
Hose
Clamp
To Regulator
Inlet
To Water
Supply
(3/4" Threaded Connection)
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Figure 5. Water Supply Connection

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Regulator Operation
Recommended incoming water pressure to
the regulator assembly: 30 to 35 psi max
[207 to 241 kPa max].
Adjust water column by turning the knob on
the bottom of the regulator, see Figure 6.
STOP turning the
adjustment knob as soon as
resistance is noticed or damage will
occur.
Water column adjustment knob for PDS™
regulators is used to set a default water
column. This default will be the operating
water column in the event of an air pressure
loss to the PDS system.
Set the default water column with consideration of the bird age. Lower default water column should be used for
young birds so the nipple valves do not become hard to operate.
PDS Controllers CAN NOT adjust the operating water column below the set default water column.
Functional Modes:
There are three (3) selectable modes for operating the water regulator (OFF, REGULATE, and FLUSH). These
modes are selected by using the individual regulate and flush control knobs.
•PDS™ controlled regulators are to operate in the REGULATE mode.
•Flushing the system does not require turning off the regulate control knob.
DO NOT FLUSH DRINKER LINES WITH PDS™ CONTROL unless drinker lines are
pressurized with water! Product damage may occur if this caution is not followed.
•When flushing the system make sure the outlet line is clear of restrictions. Excessive back pressure can
damage the regulator.
Setting Functional Modes:
1.Rotate the control knob to free the latch.
2.Pull up on the control knob. Control knobs: UP position is ON and DOWN position is OFF.
3.Always lock the control knob into position by rotating knobs
into the shown positions, see Figure 8.
Water Column
Adjustment
FLUSH
Control Knob
REGULATE
Control Knob
Water Outlet
Water Inlet
Figure 6. Water Regulator
FLUSHOFF REGULATE
Figure 7. Functional Mode Settings
Figure 8. Control Knob Locked Position

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Parts List
*Items must be ordered separately.
**Item available in bulk lengths 47820-50 (50 Ft), 47820-100 (100 Ft), 47820-200 (200 Ft)
Manual Adjust
52410-6 PDS™ Adjust 52410-7 Manual Adjust 52410-6 PDS™ Adjust 52410-7
Item Description Part No Part No Item Description Part No Part No
1 #6 X 5/8" Screw 52025 52025 17 C-Clip 52028 52028
2 Bottom Housing 51558 52089 18 Mode Selection Knob 51560 51560
3 Adjustment Knob 51564 51564 19 Rigid Stand Tube Assy 52532-7 52532-7
4 Spring Support Plate 51563 51563 20 Hose Clamp 49529 49529
5 Spring 52031 52031 21 O-Ring 48325 48325
6 5/16-18 SS Nut 46764 46764 22 Blue Ball 37142 37142
7 Diaphragm Support 51562 51562 23 Breather Cap Assy 45703 45703
8 Diaphragm 51565 51565 24 3/4 x 1 7/16" PVC Pipe 7531-5 7531-5
9 Trigger 51561 51561 25 3/4 SxT PVC Ell 7558 7558
10 Male PVC Adapter 9229 9229 *26 3/4" Female Fitting 50401 50401
11 Top Housing 52088 52088 *27 Hose Clamp 7187 7187
12 Seat 52027 52027 28 3/4" Hose Adapter 7543 7543
13 Ball 52026 52026 *29 5/8 x 36" Supply Hose 50800-2 50800-2
14 Valve Body Gasket 51566 51566 30 1/4" PDS Tube Conn. --- 50820
15 Valve Body 51559 51559 31 O-Ring --- 52030
16 O-Ring 52029 52029 **32 3/4" ID Supply Hose 47820-0 47820-0
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PDS™
REGULATOR
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Brood Grow System
Layer System
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MADE TO WORK.
BUILT TO LAST.®
Contact your nearby Chore-Time distributor or representative for additional parts and information.
CTB Inc.
P.O. Box 2000 • Milford, Indiana 46542-2000 • U.S.A.
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail] • Internet: www.choretimepoultry.com
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