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Installation Instructions for Model GL-53 Water Gage Illuminators for
Tubular Glass Gages or Prismatic Gages
1. General Information
Model GL-53 Water Gage Illuminators are designed to improve the vision of
the water level, for plant personnel. If a tubular glass or prismatic type water
gage is installed in an area with adequate lighting, a gage illuminator may not
be required. However, if the water gage is to be viewed from a distance
greater than 25 feet, or in poorly lit areas, then a gage illuminator is
recommended.
2. Installation
Model GL-53 illuminators are designed with a ½” female NPT electrical conduit
connection. These illuminators should be installed vertically with the conduit
connection located at the bottom. A flexible power cord can be temporarily
installed on the unit, and used to test the unit. This will enable the installer to
optimize the illuminator location, with respect to the gage. CAUTION: when
testing the position of the unit, the housing will become very hot when
powered. Then, a permanent power connection can be installed. Normally,
the illuminator will be installed parallel to the gage and off to the left or right
side, to prevent obstructing the operator’s view of the water gage.
If the illuminator is to be installed with a prismatic type water gage, one
illuminator can be used for up to two sections of size 9 glass or approximately
27 inches of water gage viewing.
This illuminator can be installed outdoors.
3. Maintenance
There is no maintenance required, other than the occasional needto service
the lamp. For additional instructions, see form E178-A. As an option to extend
lamp life, we suggest an illuminator timer: model TPS-120 (for 120 VAC
supply) or TPS-240 (for 240 supply). An illuminator timer provides up to 3
minutes of operation time, by depressing a pushbutton. This results in
extended lamp life, reduced power consumption and maintenance. Consult C-
R or your local representative for additional details.
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