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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5

FIRE HYDRANT
AMERICAN Flow Control 4-1/2” American-Darling MARK 73-5 Hydrant

INDEX
4-1/2” AMERICAN - DARLING® MARK 73-5 FIRE HYDRANT

Page
INTRODUCTION AND HISTORY..................................................................................................................................... 1A-2
ORDERING
Dimensions:
Overall Hydrant....................................................................................................................................... 1A-3
Optional Bases........................................................................................................................................1A-4
Operating Nut Sizes................................................................................................................................... 1A-5, 1A-6
Weights................................................................................................................................................................ 1A-7
Friction Loss.........................................................................................................................................................1A-8
Submittal Sheet................................................................................................................................................... 1A-9
INSTALLATION AND TESTING

Installation..........................................................................................................................................................1A-10
Testing.................................................................................................................................................... 1A-11, 1A-12
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

Operation and Maintenance................................................................................................................... 1A-12, 1A-13
Troubleshooting Guide........................................................................................................................... 1A-14, 1A-15
REPAIRS
Parts List..................................................................................................................................... 1A-16, 1A-17, 1A-18
Spare Parts........................................................................................................................................................ 1A-18
Repair Instructions................................................................................................................................. 1A-19, 1A-20
Traffic Damage Repair....................................................................................................................................... 1A-21
Nozzle Replacement..........................................................................................................................................1A-22
Mechanically Attached Nozzles................................................................................................. 1A-23, 1A-24
EXTENDING
Extension Instructions........................................................................................................................................1A-25
SPECFICATIONS........................................................................................................................................................... 1A-26
AMERICAN Flow Control Page 1A-1 4-1/2” American-Darling MARK 73-5 Hydrant
AMERICAN Flow Control
4-1/2” AMERICAN - DARLING® MARK 73-5

FIRE HYDRANT
The 4-1/2” American-Darling MARK 73-5 hydrant incor- Optional UL-FM in Allowable Configurations
porates over 100 years of experience in design, manufacture
and field experience. This means dependable and efficient The 4-1/2” American-Darling MARK 73-5 hy-
operation when needed. drant is UL Listed by UL as meeting their stan-
dard UL 246, latest edition. FM Approvals has
Introduced in 1973, the 4-1/2” American-Darling MARK approved the 4-1/2” American-Darling MARK
73-5 hydrant is rated at 250 psig and is seat tested at 500 73-5. Both UL and FM Approvals require that
psig. The hydrant meets or exceeds all requirements of we consistently manufacture and test our
ANSI/AWWA C502 for dry barrel hydrants. hydrants in compliance with their stringent requirements.
AFC works with these agencies to insure all requirements
The 4-1/2” American-Darling MARK are met and all credentials are maintained.
73-5 hydrant has all the features you
expect from a high quality fire hydrant. The epoxy
primer and polyurethane top coat system on external
surfaces of the upper barrel provide a durable, high-gloss
finish that will continue to look good for years without
repainting. The all bronze seat and bronze drain
ring assure that the 4-1/2” American-Dar-
ling MARK 73-5 hydrant is easily serviced.
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 DIMENSIONS
Depth of Length of
Trench Lower Rod
2’ -0” 21.50”
2’ -6” 27.50”
3’ -0” 33.50”
3” -6” 39.50”
4’ -0” 45.50”
4’ -6” 51.50”
5’ -0” 57.50”
5’ -6” 63.50”
6’ -0” 69.50”
6’ -6” 75.50”
7’ -0” 81.50”
7’ -6” 87.50”
8’ -0” 93.50”
8’ -6” 99.50”
9’ -0” 105.50”
9’ -6” 111.50”
10’ - 0” 117.50”
10’ -6” 123.50”
11’ -0” 129.50”
11’ -6” 135.50”
12’ -0” 141.50”
12’ -6” 147.50”
13’ -0” 153.50”
13’ -6” 159.50”
14’ -0” 165.50”
14’ -6” 171.50”
15’ -0” 177.50”
15’ -6” 183.50”
16’ -0” 189.50”
16’ -6” 195.50”
17’ -0” 201.50”
17’ -6” 207.50”
18’ -0” 213.50”
18’ -6” 219.50”
19’ -0” 225.50”
19’ -6” 231.50”
NOTES:
1. Depth of trench is the nominal distance from ground line to bottom of connecting pipe.
2. Size and shape of nut on operating nut and cap, threading on nozzles and caps, and the direction of opening made to specifications.
3. Cap chains are not furnished unless specified.
4. Working pressure 250 psig, test pressure 500 psig.
5. Hydrant meets or exceeds the ANSI/AWWA C502 standard.
6. Upper barrel can be rotated 360 degrees.
7. UL Listed and Approved by FM Approvals at 250 psig in allowable configurations.
8. Certified to NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 and NSF/ANSI/CAN 372.
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 DIMENSIONS, OPTIONAL BASES
TYTON® is a registered trademark of United States Pipe and Foundry Co., LLC.
ALPHA™ is a trademark of Romac Industries, Inc. (U.S. Patent 8,894,100)
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 OPERATING NUT SIZES
Square “A” Pentagon “B” Hexagon “C” Triangle “D”
NOTES:
1. Operating nut furnished L.H. opening (counterclockwise) or R.H. (clockwise)
2. Cap nuts 1.125 high.
American-Darling
Nut Shape X Y
Nut No.
A-1 .750 .812
A-2 .750 .875
A-3 .812 .875
A-8 .875 .938
A-9 .875 1.000
A-12 .938 1.000
A-13 .938 1.062
Square “A”
A-16 1.000 1.062
A-17 1.062 1.125
A-19 1.125 1.188
A-23 1.188 1.188
A-24 1.188 1.250
A-38 .750 .750
A-41 1.125 1.125
B-2 1.000 1.000
B-3 1.000 1.062
B-5 1.062 1.125
B-11 1.125 1.188
B-12 1.125 1.312
B-13 1.125 1.375
Pentagon “B”
B-18 1.188 1.250
B-23 1.250 1.250
B-24 1.250 1.312
B-26 1.250 1.375
B-27 1.250 1.500
B-31 1.312 1.375
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 OPERATING NUT SIZES
American-Darling
Nut Shape X Y
Nut No.
B-34 1.375 1.438
B-35 1.375 1.500
B-36 1.375 1.750
B-41 1.438 1.500
B-49 1.500 1.562
Pentagon “B” B-50 1.500 1.625
B-54 1.562 1.625
B-69 1.125 1.250
B-74 1.375 1.375
B-75 .812 .875
B-76 1.812 1.875
C-1 1.062 1.125
C-2 1.125 1.188
C-5 1.188 1.188
C-6 1.188 1.250
C-8 1.312 1.375
Hexagon “C”
C-10 1.375 1.438
C-15 1.438 1.500
C-18 1.500 1.500
C-22 1.250 1.312
C-23 1.000 1.000
D-1 1.375 1.375
Triangle “D” D-2 1.375 1.375
D-3 1.750 1.812
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 WEIGHTS
WITH 6 INCH MECHANICAL JOINT BASE AND ACCESSORIES
(GLAND, GASKET AND HARDWARE)
TWO HOSE AND ONE PUMPER NOZZLE

TRENCH DEPTH WEIGHT (LBS)
3’-0” 315
3’-6” 335
4’-0” 355
4’-6” 375
5’-0” 395
5’-6” 415
6’-0” 435
6’-6” 455
7’-0” 475
7’-6” 495
8’-0” 515
8’-6” 535
9’-0” 555
9”-6” 575
10’-0” 595
Add or deduct 20 lbs for each 6 in. variance in bury depth.

Add for: 6 in. Flanged base - 30 lbs
Deduct for: Two hose nozzles only - 25 lbs
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 FRICTION LOSS CURVE
4-1/2” American-Darling Mark 73-5 Hydrant

Flow vs. Friction Loss
AMERICAN Flow Control®
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 FIRE HYDRANT
SUBMITTAL SHEET
City Specification: _____________________________ Quantity: _________________________________

Direction to Open: Left (C.C.W.) Right (C.W.)
Operating Nut Size: ______________ Shape ___________ American Darling No. (If Known) _______________
Nozzles
Configuration: (Check One) Pumper Nozzle: Hose Nozzle:
Two Hose, One Pumper Storz: 4 in. 5 in.
Two Hose National Std Yes No National Std Yes No
One Pumper Size ___ _______ _____ Size ___ ______ ______ ________
______ Pitch Dia x ______T.P.I. ______ Pitch Dia x ______T.P.I.
______ O. D. ______ O. D.
American-Darling Thread (If Known) American -Darling Thread (If Known)
________ _____ ______ ________ ________ ________ ______ ______
Nozzle Cap Chains: Yes No

Depth of Trench (Groundline to Bottom of Pipe):
Base Connection: (Check One)
4” MJ 6” MJ 8” MJ 6” Class 125 Flange 6” TYTON®
6” Flanged Vertical Entry 6” ALPHA™ 6” ALPHA™ XL 6” ALPHA™ Vertical Entry
Paint Color: ________ ___________ _____________________________________________
UL Listed, FM Approved: Yes No
Other Requirements: (List)
AMERICAN Flow Control

American-Darling & Waterous
A Division of AMERICAN
NOTES:
1. Meets or exceeds requirements of ANSI/AWWA C502, latest revision, with 250 psig rated working pressure.
2. UL Listed and Approved by FM Approvals at 250 psig in allowable configurations.
4. TYTON® is a registered trademark of United States Pipe and Foundry Co., LLC.
5. ALPHA™ is a trademark of Romac Industries, Inc. (U.S. Patent 8,894,100)
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 INSTALLATION
This instruction is issued as a recommendation to the customer for the proper use of the AMERICAN Flow
Control manufactured fire hydrants. AMERICAN recommends you follow the general Inspection and Installation guidelines
outlined in AWWA Manual M17 for Installation, Field Testing, and Maintenance of Fire Hydrants and/or as recommended
below. WARNING: Special care should be taken in the installation, inspection and repair of pressure containing devices
such as valves and hydrants. FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER PRACTICE AND GUIDELINES CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH. High pressure and water hammer, due to rapid opening or closing of a hydrant or valve, can also
cause major damage to the hydrant, valve, water main, fire hose, or other attached equipment.
Receiving Inspection
On receipt, inspect for direction of opening, correct Report any problems to carrier, note on bill of
nozzle threads and operating nuts and shipping damage. lading and have the driver sign your copy.
Installation
1. When hydrants are received, they should be handled 7. Whenever a hydrant is set in soil that is
carefully to avoid breakage and damage. Keep hy- pervious, drainage shall be provided at the base of the
drants closed until they are installed. Protect stored hydrant by placing coarse gravel or crushed stone
hydrants from the elements. mixed with coarse sand, from the bottom of the
2. Before installation of hydrant, clean piping, base trench to at least 6 inches above the drain opening
and drain ring of hydrant of any rocks, sand in the hydrant and to a distance of 1 foot around
and/or foreign material. Check for loose bolts at the elbow.
base, ground line and cover. Tighten if neces- 8. Whenever a hydrant is set in clay or other
sary to 80 ft-lbs. impervious soil, a drainage pit 2 feet in diameter and 3
3. Hydrants shall be located as shown or as directed feet deep shall be excavated below each hydrant
and in a manner to provide complete accessibil- and compactly filled with coarse gravel or crushed
ity, and also in such a manner that the possibility of stone mixed with coarse sand under and around
damage from vehicles or injury to pedestrians will be the elbow of the hydrant and to a level of 6 inches
minimized. Locate hydrants as detailed in AWWA M17 above the drain opening.
and/or in accordance with applicable fire codes, the 9. Where there is a high ground water level or other condi-
requirements of local fire authority, or the applicable tions which prevent the use of hydrants with drains, or
municipal design standard. as specified, “non-draining” hydrants should be used.
4. All hydrants shall stand plumb and shall have their Hydrants of this type are provided with either a
nozzles parallel with or at right angles to the curb, solid seat and/or plugged drains and are marked
with the pumper nozzle facing the curb, except that to pump after use. This is especially important
hydrants having two hose nozzles 90° apart shall be to avoid damage to the hydrant in areas where
set with each nozzle facing the curb at the angle of freezing temperatures are likely. Non-draining
45°. Hydrants shall be set to the established grade, hydrants should be checked upon installation and
with nozzles at least 18 inches above the ground, as during semi-annual inspections to make sure the
shown or as directed by the engineer. hydrant stays dry inside the lower and upper barrel.
5. It is recommended practice to install an auxiliary 10. Restrain hydrant movement with appropriate thrust
or secondary gate valve in the lateral between the blocking or restrained joint to prevent pipe and/or
hydrant and the main to permit inspection or repair joint separation. If a concrete thrust block is installed,
of the hydrant without shutting down mains. The use care should be taken to prevent blocking the hydrant
of AMERICAN Flow Control Series 2500 Resilient drains if they are to remain operable.
Wedge Gate Valves are recommended. 11. When first installed, the hydrant should be operated
6. On traffic hydrants, surrounding soil must be from full closed to full open position and back to make
adequately compacted around the barrel to support sure no obstructions are present.
the lower barrel against transferring the force of a 12. After the line, as well as the hydrant, have been
vehicular impact to the base. If the soil is too sandy hydrostatically tested, the hydrant should be flushed
and will not support the loads, pour a concrete pad and checked for proper drainage, if applicable.
around the barrel at or near the ground line at least
6 inches thick and 36 inches in diameter for barrel
support.
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 TESTING
AMERICAN Flow Control recommends you follow the General Inspection and Installation Guidelines outlined in AWWA
Manual M17 for Installation, Field Testing, and Maintenance of Fire Hydrants and/or as recommended below. ANSI/AWWA
C502 permits dry barrel hydrants with unplugged drain outlets to have an allowable leakage of 5 fluid oz/min (0.25 mL/s)
through the drain valve. Therefore, the hydrant should not be opened at the same time that the water main is tested. The
auxiliary valve should be closed during water main tests (see ANSI/AWWA C600). If it is necessary to test the hydrant and water
main at the same time, the installer may elect to temporarily plug the drain outlets by installing a non-draining seat. WARNING:
Special care should be taken in the installation, inspection and repair of pressure containing devices such as valves
and hydrants. FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER PRACTICE AND GUIDELINES CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH. High pressure and water hammer, due to rapid opening or closing of a hydrant or valve, can also cause major
damage to the hydrant, valve, water main, fire hose, or other attached equipment. After the hydrant is installed and, when
possible, before backfilling (and after pressure testing the water main), the hydrant should be tested as follows:
Pressure Test at Main Pressure

WARNING: FAILURE TO RELIEVE PRESSURE CAN RESULT IN
THE CAP BLOWING OFF, CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH.
1. Remove an outlet nozzle cap and open the hydrant 4. Open the hydrant completely. (Opening the hydrant
valve enough turns to close the drain. Allow the fully before all the air has escaped will compress the
hydrant to fill until water is at the bottom of the outlet air and cause a safety hazard.)
nozzle. 5. Check for leakage at all joints and outlet nozzles.
2. Replace the outlet nozzle cap and leave it loose to 6. If leakage is noted, safely repair or replace the
permit all air to escape. necessary components or the entire hydrant using
3. After all air has escaped, tighten the outlet nozzle the instructions found in this publication.
cap. 7. Repeat the test until results are satisfactory.
Pressure Test at Pressures Above Main Pressure

1. Connect a pressure test pump to one of the hydrant’s 6. Safely pump up to the test pressure but do not
outlet nozzles. exceed the rated working pressure of the hydrant or
2. Open an outlet nozzle cap. Open the hydrant valve a system components.
few turns until the drain is sealed. Allow the hydrant 7. Check for leakage at all joints and outlet nozzles.
to fill until the water level is at the bottom of the outlet 8. Safely repair hydrant, if necessary, using the instruc-
nozzle. tions found in this publication.
3. After all the air has escaped, tighten the outlet nozzle 9. Repeat the test until results are satisfactory.
cap.
10. Relieve test pump pressure and close the hydrant.
4. Open the hydrant completely.
Open the auxiliary valve.
5. Close the auxiliary valve.
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 TESTING
Drainage Test for Dry Barrel Hydrants(Draining -Type)

1. Following the pressure test, close the hydrant 4. f the hydrant fails the drainage test, replace and
main valve with water in the barrel. tighten the nozzle cap, partially open the hydrant (1
2. Carefully remove one outlet nozzle cap and place the or 2-turns) with the outlet nozzle caps on to create a
palm of one hand over the outlet nozzle opening. pressure that will flush and clear the drain assembly.
3. Drainage should be sufficiently rapid to create a If this fails to restore proper drainage, then the drain
noticeable suction. assembly should be removed and inspected. If the
drain assembly is clear, then the problem may be that
the drain outlets are plugged outside the hydrant.
Placing a Hydrant Into Service

1. After testing and backfilling, the hydrant should 3. Clean the hydrant exterior to remove dirt accumu-
be safely flushed and tested to be sure that it is lated during installation. Touch up any areas where
bacteriologically safe before it is put into service. factory coating was damaged during handling or
2. Tighten the outlet nozzle caps so they will not be installation. Use an appropriate top coating or contact
excessively tight, but tight enough to prevent their factory for touch-up coatings.
removal by hand.
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING MARK 73-5 OPERATION, INSPECTION, AND MAINTENANCE

Operation
AMERICAN Flow Control recommends you follow the general Inspection and Installation guidelines outlined in AWWA
Manual M17 for Installation, Field testing, and Maintenance of Fire Hydrants and/or as recommended below. The thrust bearing
hydrant requires a minimum of torque to operate. WARNING: Special care should be taken in the installation, inspection
and repair of pressure containing devices such as valves and hydrants. FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER PRACTICE
AND GUIDELINES CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. High pressure and water hammer, due to rapid
opening or closing of a hydrant or valve, can also cause major damage to the hydrant, valve, water main, fire hose,
or other attached equipment. It is possible to damage the hydrant by forcing it beyond its limits of travel with excess torque;
therefore:
1. Check direction of opening as marked on the hydrant or other debris between the valve seal and seat.
cover. 4. To close, turn the operating nut until the valve
2. Make sure hydant is in closed position. Slowly re- stops the flow. It is not necessary to close this
move nozzle cap to relieve any built up pressure. style of hydrant with great force. Once the flow
WARNING: FAILURE TO RELIEVE PRESSURE has stopped, turn the operating nut in the opening
CAN RESULT IN THE CAP BLOWING OFF, direction about 1/4 turn to take the strain off the operat-
CAUSING INJURY OR DEATH. ing parts of the hydrant. If the hydrant does not shut off
3. To open, turn the operating nut until the main valve completely, do not attempt to force the hydrant to
is fully open and the travel stop nut limits further close. Debris and small stones may be trapped in
opening. Do not force the hydrant in the open- the valve seat and may be preventing the hydrant
ing direction beyond fully-open as indicated by from closing. Partially open and close the hydrant
sudden resistance to turning. If water does not several times to help dislodge the debris. If this does
flow when the hydrant is open, it is probably due to not work, safely remove the hydrant operating rod
a closed valve upstream from the hydrant. Always assembly, remove the debris and repair as de-
open the hydrant completely, never only partially. A tailed in subsequent sections of this manual.
hydrant that is partially open will allow pressurized
flow through the drain valve, which may wash away
the soil from the area surrounding the base, or the
partially open main valve may trap small stones
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Inspection
1. It is recommended that hydrants be inspected twice e. Verifying the hydrant drains properly.
per year to ensure their satisfactory operation. After f. Cycling the hydrant from full open to full close.
each use (especially in cold weather) hydrants should g. Ensuring hydrant is properly lubricated at operating
be specifically inspected for drainage.
mechanism and nozzle cap threads.
2. Routine inspection should cover the points outlined
in AWWA Manual M17 and include (but not be limited
to) the following points: 3. At time of inspection, flush the hydrant to remove any
a. External inspection of paint, caps, chains, etc. foreign material from the hydrant and the lateral. If
necessary, flush the drains by filling the hydrant and
b. Checking traffic type hydrants for damage to the
then cycling open the main valve two times to force
breakaway feature.
water out of the drains under pressure. If the hydrant
c. Using a listening device to check the main valve is non-draining type, pump water out after flushing.
for leakage.
d. Statically testing the hydrant to look for leakage at
gaskets, caps, O-rings and drains.
Maintenance
AMERICAN Flow Control strongly recommends that you follow routine maintenance on fire hydrants as outlined in
AWWA Manual M17 for Installation, Field Testing, and Maintenance of Fire Hydrants. The ease of operation and the
frequency of repair depends on the condition of the water system and the maintenance given. Dirt, gravel and other
foreign material in the hydrant may prevent it from closing or draining properly, which may result in damage to the
hydrant main valve. Under most operating conditions AMERICAN Flow Control recommends semi-annual lubrication
and inspection of fire hydrants.
Note: Where grease is specified, use an AMERICAN Flow Control recommended food grade grease.
1. Twice per year, open the hydrant completely 3. If it is necessary to add lubricant, turn operating nut
and flush for several minutes. Open and close valve back from tight closed position until it turns freely,
to make sure it works properly, and check for leaks. then remove pipe plug in top of operating nut and
2. Remove a cap and verify that the hydrant is draining add food grade grease into operating nut. DO NOT
properly. After the main valve is closed, the water OVER PRESSURE LUBRICANT OR OVERFILL
in the hydrant should drain rapidly. If it does not, the HYDRANT WITH LUBRICANT. FAILURE TO
drain ports may be clogged. To clear drain ports, install FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT
nozzle cap, and tighten until water tight, then open IN HARD OPERATION OF THE HYDRANT. SHOULD
hydrant two or three turns for several minutes. This HARD OPERATION OCCUR REFER TO “TROUBLE
will leave drain port partially open and permit water SHOOTING GUIDE” DETAILED IN THIS MANUAL.
pressure to wash out the obstruction. If this method Lubricant in easy to squeeze tubes are available from
is unsuccessful, remove the operating rod assembly AMERICAN Flow Control. Contact your authorized
and clean the drain mechanism. If neither of above distributor for purchase.
methods permits water to drain, it indicates that 4. Remove all nozzle caps, clean rust or corrosion from
the drainage area around the hydrant base should threads of nozzles and caps, and replace cap
be rebuilt. gaskets if necessary. Apply a light coat of grease to
nozzle threads before replacing cap.
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
WARNING: Special care should be taken in the installation, inspection and repair of pressure containing
devices such as valves and hydrants. FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER PRACTICE AND GUIDELINES CAN RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. High pressure and water hammer, due to rapid opening or closing of a hydrant or
valve, can also cause major damage to the hydrant, valve, water main, fire hose, or other attached equipment.
Problem Solution
1. Operating nut turns freely but hydrant does not open. 1. Inspect rod coupling for breakage and ensure rod pin is
properly installed.
2. Hydrant will not shut off or ground around hydrant is 2. Close hydrant and remove nozzle cap. Check with
highly saturated. listening device to determine if water is passing by main
valve. If it is determined that the main valve is leaking,
try the following:
a. Flush hydrant in fully open position (watch to see
if rocks or other foreign objects flush out of the
barrel).
b. After flushing for several minutes, shut off the
hydrant. Watch for several minutes to see if flow
stops. Place hand over open hose nozzle; suction
should be felt, indicating hydrant is no longer leak-
ing and drains are working properly.
c. If flushing does not solve the problem, it would
indicate that something is trapped or has cut the
main valve rubber. Safely follow the seat removal
instructions to replace the valve. Check threads on
bronze seat to be sure that it is not damaged. If
threads appear worn or bent, replace the bronze
seat.
d. If replacing the valve does not stop the leakage,
bolting at the hydrant shoe may be loose or the
base gasket is damaged. The hydrant must be
excavated to make the repair.
3. External leakage is noticed around the operating nut. 3. This indicates that O-rings are cut or missing. Replace
o-rings as referenced in the disassembly and repair
instructions.
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem Solution
4. Operating nut is extremely hard to turn. 4. Try to turn the operating nut. If the nut turns, carefully
turn the nut back from a tight closed position until it turns
freely. Remove the pipe plug in the top of the operating
nut. If necessary, add food grade grease to the operat-
ing nut. DO NOT OVERPRESSURE THE LUBRICANT
OR OVERFILL THE HYDRANT WITH LUBRICANT.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE DIRECTIONS MAY
RESULT IN HARD OPERATION OF THE HYDRANT.
ALWAYS FULLY OPEN AND CLOSE THE HYDRANT
AFTER LUBRICATING. Replace the pipe plug taking
care to replace the thread sealant. The hydrant should
cycle freely. If this does not solve the problem, remove
the operating nut. Verify the hydrant has not been over
lubricated and inspect the threads of the operating nut
and upper rod. Inspect the ball bearing to ensure it is
lubricated and is undamaged. Replace and/or lubricate
the ball bearing if necessary. If this does not solve the
problem, remove the hydrant seat and flush thoroughly,
then reassemble.
Note: Where grease is specified, use an AMERICAN
Flow Control recommended food grade grease.
5. Water is dripping around nozzles. 5. Close hydrant and remove nozzle cap. Replace cap
gasket. Check the nozzle to be sure it is properly
installed.
6. Hydrant will not drain properly. 6. Check to be sure the water table has not risen too high
to allow for drainage. Flush hydrant to be sure drains are
clear. Open hydrant slowly several turns while
leaving caps firmly in place to ensure hydrant drains are
clear. Close hydrant and repeat this procedure. Do this
slowly several times. If problem is not corrected,
excavate the hydrant to see if concrete or other
materials have blocked the drain outlets.
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 PARTS LIST
Part No. Qty. Description Material
73-1 1 Operating Nut Bronze
73-2-1 2 Cover O-ring Buna N
73-2-2 2 Housing O-ring Buna N
73-4-4 1 Thrust Washer Nylatron
73-5-3 1 Pipe Plug Stainless Steel
73-7-7 1 Weather Cover Gray Iron
73-9 1 Housing Cover Gray Iron
73-11-2 4 Housing Cover Cap Screw Plated Steel
73-13 1 Housing Cover Gasket Fiber
73-14 1 Housing Gasket Composition Rubber
73-15 1 Housing Ductile Iron
73-16 6 Housing Bolt and Nut Plated Steel
73-18-60 1 Upper Barrel Ductile Iron
73-19-SR 1 Lower Barrel Ductile Iron
73-20-60 2 Hose Nozzle Bronze
73-20-61 2 Hose Nozzle O-ring Seal Buna N
73-20-62 2 Hose Nozzle Retainer Ductile Iron
73-20-63 2 Hose Nozzle Retainer Washer Teflon
73-21 2 Hose Cap See Note 8
73-22 2 Hose Cap Gasket Rubber
73-23-1 1 Per Nozzle Hose Cap Chain Steel
73-23-2 1 Per Nozzle S Hook Steel
73-23-18 1 Per Nozzle Pumper Cap Chain Steel
73-25-60 1 or 0 Pumper Nozzle Bronze
73-25-61 1 Per Nozzle Pumper Nozzle O-ring Seal Buna N
73-25-62 1 Per Nozzle Pumper Nozzle Retainer Ductile Iron
73-25-63 1 Per Nozzle Pumper Nozzle Retainer Washer Teflon
73-26 1 Per Nozzle Pumper Cap See Note 8
73-27 1 Per Nozzle Pumper Cap Gasket Rubber
73-29-13 1 Barrel Flange Ductile Iron
73-29-13B 1 Base Flange Ductile Iron
73-29-14 2 Snap Ring Stainless Steel
73-29-30 1 Rod Coupling Epoxy Coated Gray Iron
73-29-31 2 Rod Coupling Pin and Clip Pin Stainless Steel
73-29-45 1 Breakable Flange Gray Iron
73-30-03 1 Spring Stainless Steel
73-30-04 1 Spring Plate Stainless Steel
73-30-06 1 Travel Stop Nut Bronze
73-30-07 1 Spring Plate Pin Stainless Sreel
73-30-11 1 Upper Rod Steel
73-30-12 1 Lower Rod Steel
73-31 1 Drain Lever Bronze
73-35-02 1 Hydrant Seat Bronze
73-36-1 2 Hydrant Seat O-ring Buna N
73-37 1 Drain Ring Bronze
73-38 2 Drain Ring Gasket Composition Rubber
73-38-1 1 Barrel Gasket Composition Rubber
73-39 8 Base Bolt and Nut Stainless Steel
Part No. Qty. Description Material
73-39-9 8 Barrel Bolt and Nut Plated Steel
73-40 1 Valve Top Ductile Iron
73-40-1* 2 Valve Top Facing Polyethylene
73-40-2* 4 Facing Screws Steel
73-40-4 1 Valve Top Clevis and Clip Pin Stainless Steel
73-41 1 Hydrant Valve EPDM Rubber
73-42 1 Valve Bottom Ductile Iron
73-46-2 1 Flanged Base Ductile Iron
73-46-2A 1 Vertical Entry Base Ductile Iron
73-46-5 1 Mechanical Joint Base Ductile Iron
73-46-PE 1 Mechanical Joint Plain End Base Ductile Iron
73-46-TY 1 TYTON® Base Ductile Iron
73-46-6AA 1 ALPHA™ Restraint Joint Base Ductile Iron
73-46-6AX 1 ALPHA™ XL Restraint Joint Base Ductile Iron
73-144 1 Weather Shield Rubber
73-145 1 Rod Sleeve Bronze
73-146 2 Sleeve O-ring Buna N
73-36-1 2 Hydrant Seat O-ring Buna N
* parts use in MK73 & MK73-1 only
Notes MARK 73, 73-1, 73-2 & 73-5 VALVE COMPARISON
1. Size and shape of nut on operating nut and cap, threading on noz-
zles and caps, and the direction of opening made to specifications.
2. Cap chains are not furnished unless specified.
3. Working pressure 250 psig. Factory test pressure 500 psig.
4. Hydrant meets or exceeds the ANSI/AWWA C502 standard.

5. Upper barrel can be rotated 360°.
6. UL Listed and Approved by FM Approvals at 250 psig in allowable
configurations.
8. National Standard and other common cap configurations are con-
structed of ductile iron. Other offerings may be constructed of gray
cast iron.
9. Nominal turns to open is 17 1/2.
10. TYTON® is a registered trademark of United States Pipe and
Foundry Co., LLC.
11. ALPHA™ is a trademark of Romac Industries, Inc. (U.S. Patent
8,894,100)
ALPHA restraint joints will accommodate the following pipe types and sizes: Spare Parts
ALPHA
• Ductile iron per AWWA C151 Spare parts are readily available. The following pars may be considered for inventory:
• PVC per ASTM D1785 (Schedule 40 and 80) O-ring for housing, O-ring for housing cover, O-ring for nozzles, barrel flange
• PVC per ASTM D2241 (SDR 21) gasket, base flange gasket, main valve seat gasket or O-ring, hydrant valve
• PVC per AWWA C900 and cap gaskets.
• HDPE per AWWA C906 (SDR 9, 11, 13.5, and 17)
ALPHA XL Traffic model hydrants also include traffic repair kits.
• Gray iron (Class A, B, C, and D)
ALPHA XL OD Range
Nominal Size (in) ALPHA OD Range (in)
(in)
6 6.60 - 7.00 6.90 - 7.10
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
Disassembling the Hydrant
Directions for Removing Internal Parts of

Removing Internal Parts 4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING MARK 73-5
Hydrants
One person with hand tools and a lightweight seat 1. Shut off water line leading to hydrant making sure
wrench can quickly remove all the working parts, the hydrant is not under pressure. FAILURE TO
including hydrant valve, drain lever and hydrant seat. FOLLOW PROPER PRACTICE AND GUIDELINES
To repair, it is not necessary to excavate American- CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Darling hydrants; merely remove the internal parts.
2. Partially open hydrant valve to relieve trapped
pressure.
3. Standing to the side of the hydrant and away from the
direction of the hydrant cap(s), loosen one fo the hose
caps to relieve any pressure that may be present in
the hydrant barrel. Close hydrant valve. From full open
to full close takes approximately 17 1/2 turns.
4. Remove hydrant weather cover (73-7-7) with
weather shield by removing two bolts and nuts (73-16).
5. Remove the four housing cover cap screws (73-11-2)
on housing cover (73-9).
6. Unscrew and remove operating nut (73-1) from upper
hydrant rod (73-30-11) together with housing cover
(73-9) and thrust washer (73-4-4).
7. Use top of seat wrench (Part 73-147) to unscrew and
remove travel stop nut (73-30-06).
8. Remove remaining housing bolts (73-16) then lift
out housing (73-15). Inspect O-rings and replace if
necessary. Special care must be taken to avoid
damaging O-rings (73-2-2).
9. Place seat wrench over upper hydrant rod (73-30-
11) and turn to the left (counterclockwise) to unscrew
bronze hydrant seat (73-35-02) and lift out hydrant
rod with completely assembled internal working parts
attached, including hydrant seat, hydrant valve, drain
lever and seat O-rings. Care should be taken never to
lean over a hydrant during disassembly.
NOTE: When a supply of gaskets and O-rings

are available, always install new ones when
reassembling the hydrant. Clean dirt from O- ring
grooves.
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
Reassembling the Hydrant
1. Thread the valve assembly (parts 73-40, 73-41, 73-

42) to the lower hydrant rod. Tighten valve bottom (73-
42) to 145 ft-lbs. of torque. Advance slot in the valve
top (73-40) to next pin location. On Mark 73 hydrants
manufactured prior to 2002 when the hydrant valve is
replaced, use a locking compound to secure the valve
ball assembly. On Mark 73 hydrants manufactured af-
ter 2002, pin the valve ball assembly in place with the
clevis and clip pin (73-40-4).
2. Grease the seat O-rings (73-36-1) and lower the parts

through the hydrant barrel.
3. When the assembly has made contact with the drain
ring (73-37), push the assembly straight down. To avoid
cross threading, turn the seat wrench counterclockwise
until an ajar is felt. This ajar indicates that the thread
starts are properly aligned.
4. Turn the seat wrench clockwise approximately seven
turns until it is tight. Pull upward on the rod to ensure it
is securely fastened to the drain ring (73-37). Replace
the housing gasket (73-14).
5. Grease the threads on the upper hydrant rod (73-30-11)
and the O-rings (73-2-2) in the housing.
6. Slip the housing (73-15) over the rod. Note: Special
care should be taken to avoid damaging housing O-
rings. Bolt up housing using four housing bolts and
nuts (73-16) and tighten to approximately 60 ft-lbs.
7. Thread the travel stop nut (73-30-06) onto the
upper rod until contact is made with the brass rod
sleeve. Tighten the travel stop nut to approximately 30
ft-lbs. Do not overtighten.
8. Put the cover gasket (73-13) in place and then thread
the bronze operating nut (73-1) onto the rod.
9. Tighten the operating nut with the operating wrench
and put the cover cap screws (73-11-2) in place. Then
replace the weather cover (73-7-7) and bolt it Note: Where grease is specified, use an AMERICAN
up to approximately 60 ft-lbs of torque using the Flow Control recommended food grade grease.
two remaining housing bolts and nuts (73-16).
10. Carefully pressurize the hydrant and check for visual
leaks.
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 TRAFFIC DAMAGE REPAIR
Should a hydrant be struck by a vehicle such that the upper barrel is seperated/broken from the lower barrel, the
following procedure should be followed to reassemble the hydrant and make it operational. (A traffic damage repair kit for
the specific 4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING MARK 73 hydrant is required to perform this procedure.)
1. Although it is possible to repair break features of 9. Lift the upper barrel assembly and position it over the
the hydrant under pressure, the extent of a traffic lower barrel while aligning the hydrant rod coupling on
impact may be unknown. It is considered safe practice the upper hydrant rod with the lower hydrant rod such
to close the auxilliary valve ahead of the hydrant, or that the hole in the coupling aligns with the half hole
use another means to cut off flow and pressure to the on the lower hydrant rod. Slide the coupling over the
hydrant. lower valve rod and insert coupling pin and clip pin.
2. Inspect the upper barrel (73-18-60) to determine if Lift upper barrel assembly to ensure upper and lower
any of the components are fractured. Traffic impact rods are connected to coupling.
usually results in a fractured traffic flange (73-29-45), 10. Turn operating nut in the closing direction which will
broken or bent flange bolts (73-39-9), a fractured lower the upper barrel onto the lower barrel. Rotate
rod coupling (73-29-30) and damage to the gasket the hydrant to position the hose and pumper nozzles
between the upper and lower barrels (73-38-1). in the desired orientation to the curb. Be careful to
Should cracking or fracture of any component occur, position the barrel gasket (73-38-1) to achieve full
it should be replaced. coverage of the end faces of the upper and lower
3. The operating nut (73-1) should be rotated to verify barrels. Install new traffic flanges (73-29-45). (Note:
that it turns smoothly and easily and that the hydrant While lowering the upper section onto the lower
rod is centered in the barrel. (Should there be any section, a pinch point exists. Keep fingers clear.)
binding or difficulty in turning the operating nut, the 11. After nuts have been started on all bolts, tighten the
upper barrel should be disassembled and inspected flange bolts in an alternating pattern to a torque value
for damaged parts.) of between 55 and 60 ft-lbs.
4. Remove the broken coupling (73-29-30) and verify 12. Once the hydrant has been reassembled, it is
that the upper valve rod (73-30-11) is not bent or essential that it be operated to determine that it is fully
damaged. functional via the following procedure.
5. Inspect the lower barrel (73-19-SR) and clean any dirt 13. Open the auxiliary or secondary gate valve in the
or debris from the gasket seating surface. lateral to allow water pressure to the hydrant.
6. Inspect the lower barrel flange (73-29-13) to 14. The hose and pumper caps should be tightened and
determine that it will receive the new bolts contained the operating nut turned in the open direction. After
in the traffic damage repair kit. cracking the valve seat open, the operating nut should
7. Turn the operating nut while holding the rod rotate freely without binding.
to place the hydrant in the full open posi-
tion; this will extend the upper hydrant rod
and ease the replacement of the rod coupling (73-29-
Traffic Damage Repair Kit Parts
30). Remove the broken rod coupling segment from
the lower valve rod and verify that the rod end will 73-29-31 2 Rod Coupling and Clip Pin
receive the new coupling. 73-29-30 1 Breakable Rod Coupling
8. Orient the new rod coupling such that the end with 73-29-45 2 Traffic Flange
the word “TOP” is placed on the upper hydrant rod 73-38-1 1 Barrel Gasket
such that the hole in the coupling aligns with the half
hole on the hydrant rod. Lock coupling in place with 73-39-9 8 Barrel Bolts and Nuts
stainless steel coupling pin (73-29-31) and clip pin.
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73 AMLOK NOZZLE REPLACEMENT
(FOR HYDRANTS BUILT PRIOR TO 2006)
Amlok Nozzle Replacement

WARNING: POTENTIAL HYDRANT CAP HAZARD. FAILURE TO RELIEVE PRESSURE CAN RESULT IN THE CAP
BLOWING OFF, CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Make sure the auxiliary gate valve in the lateral between the
main and the hydrant is closed and that the hydrant is not charged with pressure when removing caps.
Step 1 Step 4
Remove the nozzle cap. Remove the 5/16 in. internal set Insert the new nozzle into the hydrant barrel with the
screw (73-24-4 or 73-24-5) with a 5/32 in. hex head allen tapped lug at the 7:30 position. Push the nozzle home
wrench. Unscrew the 5/16 in. external slotted screw (73- and rotate counterclockwise until the nozzle stops.
24-3) out of the lug on the nozzle.
Step 5
Step 2
Insert the 5/16 in, slotted nozzle set screw (73-24-3)
Use a universal spanner wrench or AMERICAN Flow into the tapped lug on the nozzle. Tighten the set screw
Control nozzle wrench to rotate nozzle 1/8 turn clockwise. into the slot on the hydrant barrel to remove any play in
The nozzle can now be pulled from the hydrant barrel. the nozzle. The top of the set screw should be flush with
the surface of the nozzle lug.
Step 3
Step 6
Remove O-ring gasket from the nozzle boss. Insert new
O-ring and lubricate with food grade grease. Place the Start internal set screw (73-24-4) or (73-24-5) into the
nozzle spacer O-ring (73-20-5) or (73-25-5) on the nozzle threaded hole inside the nozzle. Apply Loctite Thread
directly behind the nozzle collar. Place a small amount of Sealant #545 or equivalent to the external threads of
lubricant on the plain end of the new nozzle. the set screw. Continue to turn the set screw into the
threaded hole with a 5/32 in. hex head allen wrench
Note: Where grease is specified, use an AMERICAN until it stops. DO NOT TIGHTEN. Replace the nozzle
Flow Control recommended food grade grease. cap and hydrostatically test the hydrant.
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 NOZZLE REPLACEMENT
MECHANICALLY ATTACHED PUMPER NOZZLE
(FOR HYDRANTS BUILT BEGINNING IN 2006)
Removal
1. Remove cap. 3. Rotate nozzle counterclockwise until the four
2. Place wrench on the retainer so it engages the lugs on the nozzle disengage the recesses in the
rounded protrusions and unthread from nozzle. nozzle section socket which will allow the nozzle to
Note: Removal of the 4 in. and 5 in. Storz hydrant be removed.
nozzle requires the use of the hinged pumper
nozzle retainer wrench (AMERICAN Flow Control
Part No. 82766).
Installation
1. Thread retainer onto the retainer threads of the 6. Place the nozzle wrench on the retainer so it en-
pumper nozzle. gages the rounded protrusions. Tighten the retain-
2. Place washer over nozzle starting from the end with er to between 200 – 250 ft-lbs.
the four lugs and into the chamfer recess in the Note: Installation of the 5” Storz hydrant nozzle
retainer. requires the use of the hinged pumper nozzle
3. Grease O-ring and place it over nozzle starting retainer wrench (AMERICAN Flow Control Part
from the end with the four lugs and against the No. 82766).
washer. Insert the nozzle/retainer/washer/O-ring 7. Clean rust or corrosion from cap threads and re-
subassembly into the socket in the nozzle section. place cap gasket if necessary. Apply a light coat
Rotate the subassembly clockwise until it stops of grease to the nozzle threads and install the cap.
with the four lugs on the nozzle fully engaged in the 8. Cap all nozzles and open the hydrant valve, check
anti-rotation recesses in the socket. If it cannot be the area around the repaired nozzle for leaks.
rotated, turn the retainer in a direction to allow the NOTE: Where grease is specified, use an
nozzle to be inserted further into the socket so the AMERICAN Flow Control recommended food
subassembly rotates clockwise against the stops. grade grease.
4. Hand tighten the retainer to press O-ring against
the face of the socket. Mechanically Attached Pumper Nozzle
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 NOZZLE REPLACEMENT
MECHANICALLY ATTACHED 2-1/2” HOSE NOZZLE
(FOR HYDRANTS BUILT BEGINNING IN 2006)
Removal
1. Remove cap. 3. Rotate nozzle counterclockwise until the two
2. Place wrench on the retainer so it engages the lugs on the nozzle disengage the recesses in
rounded protrusions and unthread from nozzle. the nozzle section socket, which will allow the
nozzle to be removed.
Installation
1. Thread retainer onto the retainer threads of the hose If it cannot be rotated, turn the retainer in a direction to
nozzle. NOTE: In cases where hose nozzle threads allow the nozzle to be inserted further into the socket so
having a larger diameter than the retainer, the retain- the subassembly rotates clockwise against the stops.
er will need to be assembled from the lug side only. 5. Hand tighten the retainer to press O-ring against the
2. Place washer over nozzle starting from the end with the face of the socket.
two lugs and into the chamfer recess in the retainer. 6. Place the nozzle wrench on the retainer so it engages
3. Grease O-ring and place it over nozzle starting from the rounded protrusions. Tighten the retainer to be-
the end with the two lugs and against the washer. tween 100 – 150 ft-lbs.
4. Insert the nozzle /retainer/washer/O-ring subassembly 7. Clean rust or corrosion from cap threads and
into the socket in the nozzle section. Rotate the subas- replace cap gasket if necessary. Apply a light coat of
sembly clockwise until it stops with the lugs on the nozzle grease to the nozzle threads and install the cap.
fully engaged in the anti-rotation recesses in the socket. NOTE: Where grease is specified, use an
AMERICAN Flow Control recommended food
Mechanically Attached Hose Nozzle grade grease.
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5 EXTENSION INSTRUCTIONS
Procedure
The 4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING MARK 73-5 1. Close hydrant valve. It is considered safe practice to close
hydrant is extended at the barrel flange above the the auxiliary valve ahead of the hydrant, or use anoth-
ground line, eliminating the need for excavation. er means to cut off flow and pressure to the hydrant.
Parts Required for Hydrant Extension Always standing to the side of the hydrant and away
from the direction of the hydrant caps, loosen one of the
73-19X-SR 1 Extension Barrel* hose caps to relieve any pressure that may be present in
73-29-13 2 Unbreakable Flanges the hydrant barrel. WARNING: FAILURE TO RELIEVE
PRESSURE CAN RESULT IN THE CAP BLOWING
73-29-14 2 Snap Rings
OFF, CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
73-29-31 2 Rod Coupling Pins
2. Remove existing barrel bolts and nuts (73-39-9).
73-29-40 1 Unbreakable Rod Coupling
3. Remove existing traffic barrel flange halves (73-29-45).
73-30-15 1 Extension Rod
4. Raise upper barrel (73-18-60) from lower barrel (73-
73-38-1 2 Barrel Gaskets
19-SR) by turning operating nut (73-1) in the opening
73-39-9 8 Barrel Bolts and Nuts direction and lifting the upper barrel at the same time to
prevent the hydrant valve from opening.
*Extension barrels and rods are available in increments of 6 in.,
starting at 6 in. long. 5. Raise the upper barrel until there is sufficient separation
from the lower barrel to permit removing of the lower rod
coupling pin (73-29-31) and clip pin. Block upper barrel
in this position to ensure protection while removing
the coupling pins.
6. Safely remove lower rod coupling pin and clip pin. Lift
and remove upper barrel assembly. Use proper lifting
techniques to avoid injury.
7. Assemble new unbreakable rod coupling (73-29-40)
to one end of the new extension rod (73-30-15) in
position as shown. Insert a new coupling pin (73-29-31)
and clip pin. Assemble other end of new unbreakable rod
coupling to existing lower rod (73-30-12) using a new
coupling pin (73-29-31) and clip pin.
8. Remove old gasket and place new barrel gasket (73-38-
1) on lower barrel.
9. Place assembly on lower barrel making sure gasket and
hydrant barrel inside diameters are aligned.
10. Assemble new barrel bolts and nuts (73-39-9). Torque in
an alternating pattern to 80 ft-lbs.
11. Place new barrel gasket (73-38-1) on extension barrel.
Lift upper assembly and attach existing breakable rod
coupling (73-29-30) to new extension rod (73-30-15).
Use proper lifting techniques to avoid injury.
12. Block the upper barrel assembly as in Step 5 and
insert a new coupling pin (73-29-31) and clip pin in the
existing breakable rod coupling (73-29-30).
13. Lower upper barrel assembly to the extension
barrel by turning operating nut in the closing direction,
making sure gasket remains centered. Lift barrel flange
and assemble breakable flange halves by using existing
barrel bolts and nuts (73-39-9). Torque in an
NOTE: The use of extension lengths made by more than one alternating pattern to 55-60 ft-lbs. Important: Make sure
extension kit is not recommended. When combined extension kit and gap between barrel flange (73-29-45) and new barrel
existing trench depth exceeds 9 ft, replace existing lower rod with flange (73-29-13) is equal around circumference of
appropriate length lower rod instead of using rod extension. When flanges.
combined length exceeds 12 ft rod guides are recommended for lower
rod. 14. Safely shell test hydrant for joint tightness.
4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK-73-5 SPECIFICATIONS
Fire hydrants shall meet or exceed ANSI/AWWA C502, latest revision. Rated working pressure shall be
250 psig, test pressure shall be 500 psig and hydrants shall include the following specific design criteria:
● The main valve closure shall be of the compression type.
● Traffic feature must be designed for easy 360rotation of nozzle section during field installation.
● The main valve opening shall not be less than 4-1/2 in. and be designed so that removal of all working parts
can be accomplished without excavating.
● The hydrant valve shall be constructed of EPDM rubber and have a vertical taper of 20° or less.
● The bronze seat shall be threaded into an all bronze drain ring.
● The draining system of the hydrant shall be bronze and positively activated by the main operating rod. Hydrant
drains shall close completely after no more than three turns of the operating nut. There shall be a minimum
of two internal ports and four outlets to the exterior of the hydrant. Drain shutoff to be direct compression
closure. Sliding drains are not permitted.
Hydrant barrels shall be made of ductile iron. Nozzles shall be retained by collars. Threaded-in nozzles and
nozzles using set screws, are not allowed.
● Hydrant upper barrel shall be factory coated with Electrodeposition (E-coat) epoxy primer and catalyzed two
part polyurethane top coating. Base shall be coated with fusion bonded epoxy. All bolting below grade shall be
304 stainless steel.
● Friction loss not to exceed 3.5 psig at 1000 gpm through 4-1/2 in. pumper nozzle.
● Hydrants shall be equal to the 4-1/2” American-Darling MARK-73-5 by AMERICAN Flow Control fire hydrant.
AMERICAN Flow Control Waterous Company
P.O. Box 2727 125 Hardman Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35202-2727 South St. Paul, MN 55075-2421
Phone: 800-326-8051 Phone: 888-266-3686
Fax: 800-610-3569 Fax: 800-601-2809
Email: afcsales@american-usa.com Email: afcsales@american-usa.com
WWW.AMERICAN-USA.COM
Product literature may become outdated. AMERICAN is not responsible for out-of-date information, errors or omissions.
Product diagrams are illustrative only. Please contact AMERICAN for the most current product information.
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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

4-1/2” AMERICAN-DARLING® MARK 73-5

AMERICAN Flow Control 4-1/2” American-Darling MARK 73-5 Hydrant

INSTALLATION AND TESTING

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

4-1/2” AMERICAN - DARLING® MARK 73-5

ALPHA™ is a trademark of Romac Industries, Inc. (U.S. Patent 8,894,100)

Square “A” Pentagon “B” Hexagon “C” Triangle “D”

TWO HOSE AND ONE PUMPER NOZZLE

Add or deduct 20 lbs for each 6 in. variance in bury depth.

4-1/2” American-Darling Mark 73-5 Hydrant

City Specification: _____________________________ Quantity: _________________________________

Nozzle Cap Chains: Yes No

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Pressure Test at Main Pressure

Pressure Test at Pressures Above Main Pressure

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Placing a Hydrant Into Service

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4. Hydrant meets or exceeds the ANSI/AWWA C502 standard.

Directions for Removing Internal Parts of

NOTE: When a supply of gaskets and O-rings

1. Thread the valve assembly (parts 73-40, 73-41, 73-

2. Grease the seat O-rings (73-36-1) and lower the parts

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