
Installation Troubleshooting Maintenance Instructions
Model ZW204
Non-Modulating Float Valve
1 1/4", 1 1/2", 2", 2-1/2", 3", 4", 6", 8" & 10"
to the inlet of the main valve. Port A should be connected to the
main valve cover (or accelerator pilot cover if installing an 8 or
10 inch valve.)
Note: When mounting the oat pilot above the main valve,
verify pressure at the oat pilot is 5 psi or greater to ensure
proper operation.
7. Zurn Wilkins valves are designed to operate in both the verti-
cal and horizontal positions. However, it is recommended that
ZW209 6” and larger, be installation in the horizontal position.
The horizontal positioning of the larger valves avoids premature
wear due to the mass of plunger assemblies as well as allows
for greater accessibility during annual inspections, and mainte-
nance.
START-UP
CAUTION: To prevent personnel injury and damage to
equipment check that downstream venting is adequate pri-
or to start-up and test procedures. If the main valve closes
too fast it may cause surging in upstream piping.
1. Open isolation valves (2) in the pilot system (see ZW204
schematics).
2. Slowly open the upstream shutoff valve only enough to ll
main valve assembly and pilot system. Prior to pressurizing the
valve assembly it is also recommended that a ZPI valve position
indicator be installed to aid in verifying proper valve movement.
3. As the valve is lling with water, it is necessary to bleed the
main valve and pilot system of air. To vent air, partially open or
loosen the highest plugs or ttings in the system. The ZPI valve
position indicator is a great location, as it has a test cock at the
top to vent air pressure. It may be necessary to bleed system
more than once. After removal of air in the system tighten all
loose ttings.
4. If valve is equipped with speed controls (O or L on ZW204
schematic) it is necessary to back out the set screw a minimum
of 3 turns from initial set point.
5. At this point with the upstream shutoff valve partially open,
slowly open the downstream shut off valve. Flow will begin to
occur and pressure should build up in valve and eventually
stabilize.
6. Next it is advisable to ow water through the valve to ensure all
air has escaped from system.
DESCRIPTION
The Zurn Wilkins Model ZW204 Non-Modulating Float Operated
Control Valve is an automatic control valve designed to be fully
open or fully closed in response to the position of the oat. The
oat ball will be placed in a tank where it will be raised or lowered
by the uid level. The valve will be fully open when the uid level is
at a preset low point and will fully close when the uid level is at a
preset high point. If the oat valve is being used to ow water out
of instead of into the reservoir, the oat pilotry can be congured
to have the valve fully open at a preset high point and fully closed
at a preset low point. If desired, switch line from port A to B on
the oat valve and plug port A. The Float Pilot valve is set up for
remote liquid level control as standard. With the VM option, the
oat pilot can be mounted on the valve.
NOTE: Flushing of all pipe lines is to be performed to remove
all debris prior to installing valve.
1. Install a control valve, orice, or other ow restricting device
downstream of the ZW204 if discharge pressure is greater than
20 psi. This will prevent the valve from exceeding maximum
ow, cavitating, or causing other damage to valve or system
from high water velocities.
2. For making adjustments and servicing allow for adequate space
around the valve before installing valve.
3. When installing a ZW204, gate valves installed on both inlet and
outlet are recommended for maintenance allowing for isolation of
valve.
4. Position the main valve in line matching the direction of ow as
indicated on the valve model tag with the proper direction of ow
in the system. Once attached to line, double check all fasteners/
bolts in the pilot system and on main valve are tight and there is
no damage prior to pressurizing system.
NOTE: Pressure in some applications can be very high so be
thorough in checking and inspecting for proper installation
and makeup.
NOTE: Upstream pressure should be at least 10 psi greater
than downstream hydrostatic pressure when valve is
closed.
5. The oat ball and rod assembly must be mounted in the verti-
cal position above the water in a tank or reservoir.
Note: A stilling well is required to surround the oat in
tanks or reservoirs which are subject to waves of any kind.
Verify oat has adequate clearance to move freely in all
oat positions.
6. Go to step 7 if installing a ZW204 with valve mounted pilot.
When installing a ZW204 with remote pilot, route tubing from
the main valve to the oat valve according to the schematic dia-
grams on page 3. Port P on the oat valve should be connected
Installation / Start-up
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