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The document discusses the Air Maintenance Device (AMD), which regulates a continuous supply of pressurized air or nitrogen in industrial plants. It includes components such as pressure regulators, check valves, and safety features to ensure proper operation and safety. The document also outlines the working principle and steps for resetting the device after service.

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The document discusses the Air Maintenance Device (AMD), which regulates a continuous supply of pressurized air or nitrogen in industrial plants. It includes components such as pressure regulators, check valves, and safety features to ensure proper operation and safety. The document also outlines the working principle and steps for resetting the device after service.

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The supply of air or nitrogen enters the air maintenance device through the ball valve of pressure supply [1] that
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return it to the closed position, allowing only restricted air flow to the system through the fixed restriction orifice [4]  Instrumentation Tools

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3. Open the Bypass valve enough to slowly pressurize the complete system.  Temperature Measurement

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