TM 10-4610-237-12
2.1 GATE VALVES.
Figure 2-1. 2-Inch and 4-Inch Gate Valves
2.1.1 Handwheel (2-Inch Gate Valve). Handwheels on the 2-inch gate valves are used to open or close the valve.
Turning the handwheel all the way to the right closes the valve; to the left opens the valve. The 2-inch gate valves are
used in the 125 gpm pump, 2-inch hose, and hose nozzle connection kits to control and direct the flow of water.
2.1.2 Handwheel (4-Itich Gate Valve). Handwheels on the 4-inch gate valves are used to open or close the valve.
Turning the handwheel all the way to the right closes the valve; to the left opens the valve. The 4-inch gate valves are
supplied as part of the dual tee and gate valve assemblies. The valves are used in the single tank connection kit to
control and direct the flow of water.
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