Wilkins Water Control Products

Solenoid Control Valve Troubleshooting

 
Symptom Probable Cause Remedy
Main valve fails to close Too low pressure differential across valve (Need 5 psid min under flowing conditions) Restrict valve opening with X102A flow limiting assembly. (Contact Factory)
Closed isolation valves in pilot system, or in main line Open valves
Diaphragm damaged Replace diaphragm
Mechanical obstruction Remove obstruction
Object lodged in valve. Worn disc. Replace disc. Remove object.
Badly scored seat. Replace seat.
CAN needle valve closed Open this speed control to allow pressure to cover.
Lack of cover chamber pressure Check upstream pressure, tubing, needle valves for restriction.
Main valve fails to open Closed isolation valves in pilot system, or in main line Open valves
Insufficient line pressure Check pressure
Diaphragm assembly inoperative Clean & polish stem. Replace any defective or damaged parts.
Main valve vibrates when closing Air in cover Bleed all air from valve cover.

Click below for installation and maintenance sheets:

ZW106 Installation and Maintenance sheet 4" and smaller
ZW106 Installation and Maintenance sheet 6" and larger