1100 SERIES

LEVEL EYE®
BULLETIN 1100-SB16-01
SERVICE BULLETIN

VALVES • VESSELS • SYSTEMS • CONTROLS

System drawings shown in this bulletin are for illustration purposes only. Refrigeration systems should only be serviced by a qualified technician. Always
observe proper safety procedures when servicing a refrigeration system. For more information see the latest revision of Phillips Safety Bulletin SGRV.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Pressure Rating: 1000 psig/69 bar

Temperature Rating: -60°F to 250°F

(-51°C to 121°C)

The H.A. Phillips Level Eye is a reliable, industrial type sight

glass; and comes in a large variety of housing styles and viewing
options.
The standard reflex lens indicates the true level of the liquid
present without requiring a second lens. The reflex lens appears
dark in the presence of liquid and clear otherwise as shown in
Figure 1. The reflex lens is ideal for determining the liquid level in
a vessel or column and shows up to 1-1/2” of liquid. An optional
clear lens is available when it is desirable to view into a vessel;
and can be used in pairs by shining a light into the vessel through
one while looking into the other.
The optional standard length frost shield allows clear vision
with refrigerant temperatures down to -20°F/-29°C, and a 1” long-
er frost shield is available for refrigerant temperatures below -20°
F/-29°C.
H.A. Phillips offers a wide variety of Level Eye configurations to
accommodate most refrigerant viewing situations. Some of the
common configurations are summarized in Table 1 and all the
available options are illustrated in Figure 5.

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Standard Reflex Lens Optional Clear Lens LEVEL EYE APPLICATIONS

Shown Without Optional Frost Shield Shown Without Optional Frost Shield

Figure 1: Lens Options and Optical View Length The Level Eye assemblies are suitable for ASME code vessels
such as receivers, intercoolers, suction accumulators, oil separa-
Table 1: Common Level Eye Configuration Information tors, surge drums and oil pots.

Housing Style/Material
Assembly Connection Weight The 1100 Series Level Eyes can also be used in refrigeration col-
Number * Geometry (lbs.) umns or liquid line indicators, and other non-code applications.
1100 Square End 1.5
1100A Square End 2.0 The Level Eye assemblies are suitable for R717 (ammonia), R-22,
R-134a, R-404a, R-410a, R-507a and many other common refrig-
Weld SA36 1100C Saddle Milled 1.5 erants.
1100L Square End 3.0
1100LC Saddle Milled 3.0 GASKET MATERIAL COMPATIBILITY
1100S Square End 1.5
Weld 304SS The standard Neoprene gasket (1103) is compatible with most
1100LS Square End 3.0
1100AT 1-1/2” MPT 2.0 common refrigerants. Buna-N gasket material (1103B) is recom-
Threaded SA36 mended for use with Propane (R-290) and CO2 (R-744); Teflon
1100T 1-1/2” MPT 3.0
gasket material (1103T) is recommended for use with R-22.
Threaded Steel
1100V 2” MPT 1.5
Forging
For more information on gasket material compatibility with refriger-
Threaded 304SS 1100SL 1-1/2” MPT 3.0 ants and refrigerant oils please contact H.A. Phillips & Co.
* See Page 3 for more info on assembly part numbers

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
WELDED  In service, do a periodic monthly visual inspection of the
OVER 19/16” glass; and a yearly retainer torque test. Re-torque to the prop-
DIAMETER er level if necessary. Replace glass and both gaskets immedi-
HOLE ately if any discoloration or physical damage is found.
 If refrigerant leakage is found, check torque on retainer; If
torqued to the proper level and still leaking, then replace lens
LEVEL EYE and gaskets.
HOUSING  Do not reuse gaskets; whenever the glass is replaced, re-
place both gaskets**.
2-4” PIPE
WELDED
 When replacing the lens, look for any signs of damage. If the
INTO 2”
new lens is damaged, do not use. If the lens is dropped, do
DIAMETER
SADDLE MILLED not reuse even if there no visual damage.
HOLE
HOUSING  Do not use any type of metal or sharp object to remove ice
from the sight glass. Always use low heat to slowly melt the
Chamfer Made by User Expansion Gap frost.
1-1/2”
Schedule Lens replacement kits and instructions:
80 pipe Please see Table 2 for lens replacement kits and spare parts**.
The two available kits come with the standard Neoprene (1103)
LEVEL EYE gasket, either a standard reflex lens (1101R) or a clear lens
HOUSING (1101R) and a fiber gasket (1104).
Weld Neck (AKA Butt
Weld) Connection Socket Weld Connection 1. Use only qualified and experienced persons to perform pre-
ventative maintenance work.
Neoprene, Buna-N, or Teflon Gasket 2. Read the latest PHILLIPS safety bulletin (available on our
Housing website or upon request) prior to performing any maintenance
and service work.
O-Ring 3. Follow all procedures for pumping out and discharging refrig-
Lens erant as described in the safety bulletin mentioned above and
Frost as required by good practice, local codes, ordinances and
Shield
regulations.
4. DO NOT begin disassembly of any valve or accessory com-
Retainer ponent until its internal pressure is confirmed to be equalized
Fiber Gasket to atmospheric pressure.
Figure 2: Installation Methods and Assembly Order 5. If a frost shield is installed remove it by twisting/pulling it out
by hand. Loosen and remove the 1102SH retainer. Next re-
1. To weld: Housing can be welded into a 2” opening, over a 1- move both gaskets and lens.
9
/16” opening, or treated as a 1-1/2 sch. 80 pipe as shown 6. Install the lens replacement kit** by following the installation
above. Remove the retainer, glass, and gaskets before weld- instructions steps 2 through 5.
ing. Anti spatter or a clean damp cloth applied/inserted over 7. When the time comes, after all installations are complete,
the threads will help protect the threads from weld spatter. evacuate and recharge the system as recommended/required
Weld the housing into place employing good welding practic- per good practice standards, local codes, ordinances, and
es paying special attention to heat input into the work piece regulations.
as an excessive amount of heat input can distort the housing.
2. Once the work piece has cooled, clean the threads with a
**Please order a custom lens replacement kit if using propane
cloth or non-abrasive nylon brush. Install the lens and gaskets (R-290), CO2 (R-744), or R-22: The kits contain the standard
in the order as shown above. Make sure the lens is installed Neoprene gasket (1103) which is compatible with most common
flat against the gaskets and all parts are clean and free of refrigerants. Buna-N gasket material (1103B) is recommended for
debris. Next insert the retainer, by engaging the threads by use with Propane (R-290) and CO2 (R-744); Teflon gasket materi-
hand, being careful to avoid crossing and mutilation of the al (1103T) is recommended for use with R-22. When needing a
threads. If retainer will not thread in properly please read replacement lens kit for a system operating with any of these
about the thread tap on page 4. three refrigerants please order the appropriate gasket, the desired
3. Tighten 1102SH retainer to 40-50 ft-lbs torque for a Neoprene lens, and the 1104 fiber gasket separately.
(1103) or Buna-N (1103B) gasket. For a Teflon gasket
(1103T), torque to 60-70 ft-lbs. See socket tool on page 4. 1103 or 1103B or 1103T
4. Important: Upon pressurizing the system (and before instal-
lation of a frost shield), and periodically thereafter, check for a 1104
proper seal by applying a dish soap/drinking water solution to
the Level Eye; keeping an eye out for any bubbles that may 1106
form from a leak. 1100
Housing 1105/
5. If applicable, insert the frost shield using a light coating of
1105L
Neoprene safe oil on the O-ring; push the frost shield into the 1101 or 1101R
1102SH by hand.
A VERY THIN WIRE (AROUND 27 GAUGE) HELD OVER THE O-RING, AL-
LOWING AIR TO ESCAPE WHILE INSERTING, WILL AID INSTALLATION OF 1102SH
A FROST SHIELD. WITHDRAW THE THIN MATERIAL AFTER INSTALLA-
TION. Figure 3: Lens Replacement Kits (includes parts in dark text)

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LEVEL EYE HOUSINGS AND PARTS
ALL DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES

Table 2: Level Eye Parts and Descriptions

Part Type Part No. Description 1100LH
or
1100H 2” long housing, square end 1100AH
1100LSH
1100AH 3” long housing, square end 1100H
Housings or
Weld 1100CH 2” long housing, saddle milled 1100SH
SA36 1100LH 4” long housing, square end
1100LCH 4” long housing, saddle milled 2.48
Housings 1100SH 2” long housing, square end
Weld 304SS 1100LSH 4” long housing, square end
Housings 1100ATH 3” long housing, 1-1/2” MPT 3
Threaded 1 4
1105L
SA36 1100TH 4” long housing, 1-1/2” MPT 1100LCH

Housing 1100CH
Threaded 1100VH 1-1/2” long housing, 2” MPT
Steel Forging 1105

Housing
Threaded 1100LSTH 4” long housing, 1-1/2” MPT
304SS
3
1101 clear lens, borosilicate glass 4
Lenses 1100TH
1101R reflex lens, borosilicate glass
or
Retainer 1102SH retainer, forged 416SS hex 1100ATH
1100LSTH
1103 ** gasket standard, neoprene **
1100VH
Gaskets ** 1103B ** gasket, Buna-N **
& 1103T ** gasket, Teflon (PTFE) ** 2” MPT 1-1/2” MPT 1-1/2” MPT
O-Rings 1104 gasket, vulcanized fiber
1106 O-ring, Neoprene
Figure 5: Level Eye Housings and Dimensions
frost shield, Lucite, standard
1105
length (1-1/2”)
Frost Shields frost shield, Lucite, extended ASSEMBLY PART NUMBER NOMENCLATURE
1105L length (2-1/2”); use for refriger- *When ordering please specify the assembly configuration num-
ant temps. below -20°F/-29°C.
ber using the assembly configuration number Identifier table be-
includes 1101 clear lens, 1103 neath:
K1100** Neoprene gasket** and 1104 Assembly Configuration Number Examples:
Lens fiber gasket 4” stainless steel Level Eye® (housing part number
Replacement 1100LSH) with reflex lens, extended frost shield and Teflon
Kits includes 1101R reflex lens,
K1100R** 1103 Neoprene gasket** and gasket is: 1100LS-RNXT
1104 fiber gasket
If the exploded assembly (Figure 4; shown with a 1100H
** See GASKET MATERIAL COMPATIBILITY section and custom lens
housing) had a Neoprene gasket (1103), a reflex lens
replacement instructions under the Service and Maintenance section.
(1101R, as pictured) and a standard length frost shield
(1105), then its configuration part number would be:
1100-RN.

1103/1103B/1103T assembly Configuration number Identifier

1100 -R NX T
1104 Housing Style (less ‘H’)
See assembly parts table above
1106 Please note that you do not list
the ‘H’ that is part of the housing
part number.
1100 Series
Housing 1105/ LENS
1105L (Blank) = Clear Lens
R = Reflex Lens
1101/1101R
FROST SHIELD
(Blank) = No Frost Shield
1102SH N = Standard Length (1-1/2”)
NX = Extended Length (2-1/2”)
Figure 4: Level Eye Exploded Assembly View GASKET MATERIAL
(Blank) = Standard Neoprene
B = Buna-N
T = PTFE

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LEVEL EYE TOOLS
Housing Thread Tap and Blanking Plug: Retainer Socket Tool:
ead Do not need
g thr 304 SS material
h o usin e as
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Han ype is th his tap frost shield
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Phi ork fo r
to use Backing prevents
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Tool! tool from slipping
past retainer
Normal Reflex lens Fits All Three!
Metal Blanking Plug Socket designed to
fit Phillips, R/S, and
ug fits Hansen retainers!
Blanking pl , and
/S
Phillips, R t glass
Hansen sighgs! Phillips’ recommended torque values
housin
½” drive permanently marked right on the tool!
The back-side of the tool has a slightly larger socket for use with retainers that
Part No. Description do not fit the main side (for example, this could be due to teeth marks in retainer
Level Eye Tap Level Eye Thread Tap (for sale only) from previously using a pipe wrench to tighten). This back-side can also be used
more easily if your insulation runs all the way up to the lip of the retainer.
Level Eye Tap -
Level Eye Thread Tap (for lease only)
Leased Part No. Description
1101B Level Eye Glass Blanking Plug, Plated Steel Level Eye sight glass retainer socket tool; 304
SS material; 1/2” drive socket; for use with
LevelEyeTool
Instructions for using tap to chase housing threads: Phillips, Hansen, and R/S’s bulls eye style
sight glasses.
If the retainer threads (male threads) are damaged please re-
place the existing retainer with a new 1102SH retainer. If your Instructions for setting torque wrench
existing retainer is an
Due to the additional length of the
older style retainer, has
socket tool, the true amount of
slots in the face of the
torque that you apply to the retain-
retainer (see image be-
er may be more that what you are
neath), you can use our
reading/have your torque wrench θ
newer style retainer to L wrench
set to. This will be dependent on the
replace the older style
angle of the wrench relative to the tool (θ)
retainer (current design is
backwards compatible). Old Style Retainer New Style Retainer as well as the length of your wrench (Lwrench). Center of
Whenever the tool is held perpendicular torque

If the housing threads (female threads) are stripped out, with to the socket (θ = 90°) , then the amount wrench
handle
insufficient thread material for the reforming process, or if the of torque applied will be true. If you cannot
thread contact area is insufficient (due to a severely warped hous- hold the wrench perpendicular to the tool
ing resultant from excess heat input during the welding process) then use the beneath graph to determine a correction factor to
then do not attempt to reuse the housing! If this is the case please account for the additional amount of torque being applied.
contact Phillips to discuss your options.
Example: To tighten a retainer to a true value of 45 ft-lbs, with
1. Prior to using the tap to chase your female housing threads, θ = 0° & Lwrench = 1 ft., we should set our torque wrench to click at
first clean the existing threads by removing any dirt, rust 36.5 ft-lbs: (0.81 correction multiplier times 45 ft-lbs = 36.5 ft-lbs)
scale, grease or other contaminants to the best of your ability.
A small bristle brush and refrigerant oil can assist in this pro-
cess.
2. Apply a generous amount of refrigerant oil to the housing
threads and to the tap.
3. Hold the tap in line with the hole and carefully insert the
thread chaser into the hole. It is designed to have undersized
tap heads that enable it to start in the hole with much accura-
cy. Initially hand tighten the thread chaser whenever possible.
4. Use an adjustable wrench (needs to open up to about 1.35”)
to turn the thread chaser clockwise through the hole a little bit
at a time. Counter rotate the thread chaser to lift grime and
debris off the surface. Pull out and clean tap with a rag or
brush. Repeat steps one through four until threads are com-
pletely chased.

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