Nibco NIP-2AW series User Manual

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INSTALLATION, OPERATION, and MAINTENANCE GUIDE
NIBCO Wall Mount Indicator Posts
Series NIP-2AW
• NIBCO Series NIP-2AW Wall Mount Indicator Posts are designed and manufactured to:
• Operate non-rising stem (NRS) post indicator valves (PIV) located through building walls
• Operate multi-turn post indicator valves (PIV) with an operating range from 10 to 50 turns
• Visually indicate if the valve is in the OPEN or SHUT position
• Provide a means to lock the valve into a desired position
(usually OPEN)
NIBCO Indicator Posts are listed by Underwriters
Laboratories Inc. (UL), Underwriters Laboratories Inc. for use
in Canada (C-UL), and approved by Factory Mutual Research
Corp. (FM).
It is important to follow the instructions below to assure
proper installation and safe trouble-free operation. Failure
to follow these instructions may result in reduced product
performance and may cause loss of manufacturer’s warranty.
1. Application
1.1 NIBCO Indicator Posts are primarily used with multi-turn non-rising stem (NRS) post indicator valves (PIV) controlling water
supplies to sprinkler, deluge, water spray, foam, and standpipe systems used in fire protection service.
1.2 NIBCO Indicator Posts are designed for outdoor service and are coated with electrostatically applied fusion bonded epoxy
resin to resist corrosion.
1.3 NIBCO Indicator Post view targets are adjustable to accommodate valves of various sizes.
1.4 NIBCO Indicator Posts are shipped for use with “left-hand” (counter-clockwise) opening valves.
1.5 NIBCO Indicator Posts are designed to allow the attachment of a Control Valve Supervisory Switch for electronic monitoring
of the OPEN valve position. Simply follow the instructions provided with the Supervisory Switch for proper installation and
operation.
1.6 NIBCO Wall Indicator Posts are designed to attach directly to the exterior of the building wall; four ¾” holes on a 10½”
diameter bolt circle.
1.7 Indicator Posts should be inspected on a regular basis.
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PATENT #US 9,541,218

Nibco NIP-2AW series Specifications

General

Brand	Nibco
Model	NIP-2AW series
Category	Control Unit
Language	English

Summary

Installation of Wall Mount Style Indicator Post

3.1 Fully Open Valve

Ensure the gate valve is in the fully OPEN position before attaching the Indicator Post.

3.2 Remove Operating Rod Assembly

3.3 Measure and Cut Operating Rod

Insert rod through wall, mark 12½" from exterior, cut, and file sharp edges.

3.4 Reinstall Shortened Operating Rod

3.5 Engage Rod and Align Post

Insert rod through wall, engage coupling on valve nut, align post for view windows, and mark mounting holes.

3.6 Drill Mounting Holes

3.7 Secure Post Assembly

Reinstall post assembly, ensure coupling engages valve nut, and secure to wall with four bolts.

OPEN and SHUT Target Adjustment

4.2 Remove Cap Securing Hardware

4.4 Target Plate Positioning

Position OPEN Plate (8) above SHUT Plate (9) for 'left-hand' (counter-clockwise) opening valves.

4.5 Position and Secure OPEN Target Plates

Place OPEN Target Plates (8) in full upward position and tighten Screws (37a).

4.6 Determine Valve Turns

4.7 Select Distance Between Targets

4.8 Position SHUT Target Plates

Measure and position SHUT Target Plates (9) at dimension 'X' from OPEN Target Plates (8).

4.9 Secure SHUT Target Plates

Positioning of Targets in View Window

6.1 Align OPEN Target Plate

Rotate Operating Stem (5) to position OPEN Target Plate (8) 6½” from Cap (2) lip.

6.2 Verify Full OPEN Position

6.3 Reinstall Cap and Target Assembly

6.4 Reinstall Cap Securing Hardware

6.5 Center OPEN Target Plate

Ensure the OPEN Target Plate (8) is centered within both sides of the view window.

Operation

7.1 Valve Operation

Open valve counter-clockwise, shut valve clockwise using Handwheel (15).

7.2 Visual Status Check

7.3 Post-Installation Cycling

Cycle valve to shut and open positions, visually inspecting target plate centering.

7.4 Securing Valve Position

Maintenance

8.1 Annual Lubrication