Woodford W34 User Manual

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W34 Yard Hydrant
1. Water leaks from the nozzle when the hydrant is off.
• Check the closing force of the handle. If the handle does not
“snap” closed at the end of the closing stroke, see
Linkage
Adjustment instructions.
• If the hydrant leaks just after installation, the valve seat may be
fouled with debris, such as small rocks. The operating pipe
assembly will have to be removed and the hydrant casing
flushed. See
Operating Pipe Assembly Removal instructions.
• To inspect and/or replace the plunger if it is worn or damaged,
see
Operating Pipe Assembly Removal instructions.
2. Water leaks around the brass stem below the handle linkage when
the hydrant is on.
• The packing nut will occasionally need to be tightened to stop a
packing leak. Tighten the packing nut until snug and the leak
stops. Persistent leaks will require a new packing #10101. See
W34 Packing Replacement instructions.
3. Water leaks from below ground level when the hydrant is on.
• A small leak may be the result of a leak at the drain hole.
Replace the plunger if it is old and worn. See
Operating Pipe
Assembly Removal instructions.
• A large leak may be the result of a hole in the pipe casing
caused by electrolysis corrosion. Some soil conditions can cause
premature failure of the pipe casing near the valve body. Brass
pipe is recommended for these conditions. Contact the factory
for details.
4. Hydrant will not drain when shut off.
• Make sure there are no attachments on the nozzle, such as a
hose or vacuum breaker.
• Improper linkage adjustment (not enough tension) may prevent
the hydrant from draining properly. See
Linkage Adjustment
instructions
• A poor drain field around the valve body or a blocked drain hole
will prevent drainage. See
Yard Hydrant Installation Instructions.
Red Head
Assembly
Handle “Snap”
Packing Nut
Pipe
Valve Body
Drain Hole
Rev 08/10 Form No.TMYH-2.103

Woodford W34 Specifications

General

Brand	Woodford
Model	W34
Category	Lawn and Garden Equipment
Language	English

Summary

W34 Yard Hydrant Troubleshooting

Water Leaks From Nozzle When Hydrant Is Off

Addresses nozzle leaks when the hydrant is off, checking handle closing force and linkage.

Water Leaks Around Brass Stem

Details leaks around the stem below the handle linkage when the hydrant is on, focusing on packing nut.

Water Leaks Below Ground Level

Covers leaks from below ground when the hydrant is on, discussing drain holes and pipe casing corrosion.

Hydrant Will Not Drain When Shut Off

Explains issues preventing proper drainage, including nozzle attachments and linkage tension.

W34 Yard Hydrant Linkage Adjustment

Increase Handle Tension

Instructions to increase handle tension by adjusting the linkage and set screw for proper closing.

Decrease Handle Tension

Instructions to decrease handle tension by adjusting the linkage and set screw for proper closing.

W34 Yard Hydrant Plunger Replacement

Plunger Inspection and Replacement

Procedure for inspecting or replacing the plunger due to debris or wear in the valve body.

W34 Yard Hydrant Packing Replacement

Packing Replacement Procedure

Steps to replace the graphite packing and washer to resolve persistent leaks after tightening the packing nut.