TM 10-4610-242-13
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GATE VALVES.
Figure 2-1. 2-Inch and 4-Inch Gate Valves.
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 left opens the valve. The 2-inch gate valves are used in the 2inch hose , hose nozzle, and bag
filler connection kits to control and direct the flow of water.
Handwheel (4-inch 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 left opens the valve. The 4-inch gate valves are supplied with quick disconnect couplings for
direct connection to the water system and as part of the tee and gate valve assemblies. The valves are used in the 350
gpm pump connection kits and dual tank connection kits to control and direct the flow of water.
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