9-20-09

FEATURES
• Reduces maintenance by maintaining a constant oil level
• Protects against lubrication failure
• Controller mechanism fully removable without draining oil
• Easy view convex sight window
• Low to high pressure applications
• Oil inlet allows for piping configurations from any direction
• Oil outlets on either side of housing and in the bottom to allow for
various piping configurations
•Easy access to switch float through 3/8” vent hole in top of housing
for simple testing of switch operation
•Direct mount adapters eliminate equalizing problems and reduce
installation costs
•CSA and ATEX explosion proof certification for hydrogen gas
environments now available on KLCE/KHL/KSHL/KSLL/KES models
• Oil level controllers for synthetic oil applications now available

APPLICATIONS
OPERATING PRINCIPLE FOR OIL LEVEL • Stationary engines
CONTROLLERS • Stationary compressors
• Mechanical lubricators
Kenco oil level controllers are designed to maintain the running oil level in • Pumps
the crankcase of stationary engines, compressors, and mechanical lubricator
boxes. The Kenco oil controller works in conjunction with an overhead oil
supply system which feeds the oil level controller. As the oil is consumed, the
oil controller supplies the required oil. The oil controller controls the amount
of oil in the crankcase by a float controlled valve. The valve opens and closes
as oil is needed in the crankcase to provide a constant oil level.

OPERATING PRINCIPLE FOR OIL LEVEL

SWITCHES

Oil level switches are designed as a safety device for the stationary engine
or compressor. The oil level switch monitors the oil level in the crankcase.
The level within the crankcase directly corresponds with the oil level in the
oil level switch housing. The engine or compressor constantly consumes
the oil from the crankcase. If the oil level in the crankcase drops past the
designated level, the switch will trip and trigger an alarm.

Featured above and on cover: KLCE-9 is an oil level controller with an electric
switch in an explosion proof enclosure with a slotted universal mounting
bracket.

Featured at right: KLCM-9 is an oil level controller with an electric switch in

a Type 4 enclosure with a slotted universal mounting bracket.

Location Courtesy of A.G. Equipment, Tulsa, Oklahoma

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MODEL SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL K512 OIL LEVEL CONTROLLER WITH CASE-TO-GROUND ELECTRIC SWITCH; Optional Switch
ALSO K512-Tb / K512HL / K512hl-tb Test Button

Application of Model K512: Process Connections:

The Kenco K512 utilizes the operating principles of Oil Inlet Connection Size: 1/2” FNPT
both the oil level controller and the electric switch. Oil Outlet Connection Sizes:
The case-to-ground switch and the circuit will    (2) 1/2” FNPT Side Ports
remain open until the oil level drops 1/2” below    (1) 3/4” FNPT Bottom Port
the centerline of sight window.  The K512 is for
non-hazardous locations and locations where space Oil Inlet Data:
is limited. Static Head Pressure Range: 2-12 Feet
No High Pressure Models Available
Application of Model K512-TB:
The Kenco K512-TB is constructed with a switch  Flow Rate Test Results:
contact test button to easily check for proper wiring (Tested at 2’ of Head using Mobil Pegasus
installation and system response to a low oil level 805 40 wt. oil at temperatures shown below)
condition.    20°-30° F: 10.96 GPD
   30°-40° F: 14.14 GPD
Application of Model K512HL:    40°-50° F: 16.76 GPD
The Kenco K512HL is constructed with one
case-to-ground switch contact circuit that remains  Electric Switch Specifications:
open until the oil level is 1/2” above or 1/2” below Switch Trip Point: See Application Notes
the centerline of sight window. Switch Rating: 2 amps, 30 VAC/VDC
Max. Temp: 180° F/82° C
Application of Model K512HL-TB: Electrical Connection Size: 1/2” FNPT
The Kenco K512HL-TB is constructed with a switch Circuitry: Case-To-Ground
contact test button to easily check for proper wiring
installation and system response to a low or high oil
level condition.

Standard Materials of Construction:

Valve Seat: Nitrile (Fluorocarbon also available)
Housing and Valve Orifice Material: Aluminum
Float Material: Closed Cell Polyurethane
Oil Inlet Screen: 20 Mesh Brass Cloth
Sight Window: U.V. Stabilized Transparent Nylon

2-9/16” Long Slots allow

MODEL KLC OIL LEVEL CONTROLLER
for easy height adjustment
Application of Model KLC: Process Connections:
To supply and control the amount of oil in the Oil Inlet Connection Size: 1/2” FNPT
crankcase. Oil Outlet Connection Size: (3) 3/4” FNPT

Standard Materials of Construction: Flow Rate Test Results:

Valve Seat: Nitrile (Fluorocarbon also available) (Standard unit tested at 32°F, SAE 30)
Housing and Valve Orifice Material: Aluminum 2’ Head: 1.45 GPH
Float Material: Closed Cell Polyurethane 4’ Head: 2.46 GPH
Oil Inlet Screen: 20 Mesh Brass Cloth 6’ Head: 3.49 GPH
Sight Window: U.V. Stabilized Transparent Nylon (HPA unit tested at 32°F, SAE 30)
10 psi: 4.09 GPH
Oil Inlet Specifications: (HPB unit tested at 32°F, SAE 30)
Static Head Pressure Range: 2-25 Feet 36 psi: 3.38 GPH
High Pressure Models: 70 psi: 6.92 GPH
HPA: 10-35 psi
HPB: 36-70 psi Also Available:
SYN: Synthetic Oil Applications - Contact Kenco
with Type and Specific Gravity of oil used in
the application.

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MODEL SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL KLCE OIL LEVEL CONTROLLER WITH ELECTRIC SWITCH IN EXPLOSION PROOF ENCLOSURE;
ALSO KHL / KSHL / KSLL
Application of Model KLCE: Process Connections:
The Kenco KLCE utilizes the operating principles of Oil Inlet Connection Size: 1/2” FNPT
both the oil level controller and the electric switch. Oil Outlet Connection Size: (3) 3/4” FNPT
Switch trips when oil level drops 3/4” below
centerline of sight window. Oil Inlet Data:
Static Head Pressure Range: 2-25 Feet
Application of Model KHL: High Pressure Models:
The Kenco KHL is constructed with one level switch,
HPA: 10-35 psi
which will alarm at 3/4” above centerline, and will
HPB: 36-70 psi
also alarm at 3/4” below centerline.
Flow Rate Test Results:
Application of Model KSHL: (Standard unit tested at 32°F, SAE 30)
The Kenco KSHL is constructed with 2 independent 2’ Head: 1.45 GPH
switches, one for high level alarm 3/4” above 4’ Head: 2.46 GPH
centerline and another for low level alarm at 3/4” 6’ Head: 3.49 GPH
below centerline. (HPA unit tested at 32°F, SAE 30)
10 psi: 4.09 GPH
Application of Model KSLL:
(HPB unit tested at 32°F, SAE 30)
The Kenco KSLL is constructed with 2 independent
36 psi: 3.38 GPH
switches for low level trip points of 5/8” and 7/8”
70 psi: 6.92 GPH
below centerline.

Standard Materials of Construction: Electric Switch Specifications:

Valve Seat: Nitrile (Fluorocarbon also available) Switch Trip Point: See Application Notes
T-Code T5
Housing and Valve Orifice Material: Aluminum Switch Rating: 15 amp, 125/250/480 VAC
Float Material: Closed Cell Polyurethane 0.5 amp, 125 VDC; 0.25 amp, 250 VDC
Oil Inlet Screen: 20 Mesh Brass Cloth 1/8 hp, 125 VAC; 1/4 hp, 250 VAC Also Available:
Sight Window: U.V. Stabilized Transparent Nylon Max. Temp: 180°F/ 82°C DPDT: Double Pole Double Throw Switch (KLCE/KHL only)
Electrical Connection Size: 1/2” FNPT SYN: Synthetic Oil Applications - Contact Kenco with Type
Circuitry: Single Pole Double Throw and Specific Gravity of oil used in the application.

MODEL KLCM OIL LEVEL CONTROLLER WITH Electric SWITCH IN CSA® TYPE 4 ENCLOSURE
Application of Model KLCM: Flow Rate Test Results:
The Kenco KLCM utilizes the operating principles of (Standard unit tested at 32°F, SAE 30)
both the oil level controller and the electric switch. 2’ Head: 1.45 GPH
Switch trips when oil level drops 3/4” below centerline 4’ Head: 2.46 GPH
of sight window. 6’ Head: 3.49 GPH
(HPA unit tested at 32°F, SAE 30)
Applications: 10 psi: 4.09 GPH
Intrinsically safe applications with an approved safety (HPB unit tested at 32°F, SAE 30)
barrier. 36 psi: 3.38 GPH
70 psi: 6.92 GPH
Standard Materials of Construction:
Valve Seat: Nitrile (Fluorocarbon also available) Electric Switch Specifications:
Housing and Valve Orifice Material: Aluminum Switch Trip Point: See Application Note
Float Material: Closed Cell Polyurethane Switch Rating: 11 amp, 277 VAC
Oil Inlet Screen: 20 Mesh Brass Cloth 0.5 amp, 125 VDC
Sight Window: U.V. Stabilized Transparent Nylon 0.25 amp, 250 VDC
1/3 hp, 125/250 VAC
Process Connections: Max. Temp: 180°F/ 82°C
Oil Inlet Connection Size: 1/2” FNPT Electrical Connection Size: 1/2” FNPT
Oil Outlet Connection Size: (3) 3/4” FNPT Circuitry: Single Pole Double Throw
Oil Inlet Data: Switch Test Button: Standard
Static Head Pressure Range: 2-25 Feet
Also Available:
High Pressure Models: Type 4
SYN: Synthetic Oil Applications - Contact Kenco with
HPA: 10-35 psi
Type and Specific Gravity of oil used in the application.
HPB: 36-70 psi

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MODEL SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL KES ELECTRIC SWITCH IN EXPLOSION PROOF ENCLOSURE;
ALSO KHL-ES / KSHL-ES / KSLL-ES
Application of Model KES: Electric Switch Specifications:
The Kenco KES monitors the oil level in the crankcase Switch Trip Point: See Application Notes
and signals shut down in case of low oil level. Switch Switch Rating: 15 amp, 125/250/480 VAC
trips when oil level drops 3/4” below centerline of sight 0.5 amp, 125 VDC; 0.25 amp, 250 VDC
window. It has no oil level controller function. 1/8 hp, 125 VAC; 1/4 hp, 250 VAC
Max. Temp: 180°F/ 82°C
Application of Model KHL-ES: Electrical Connection Size: 1/2” FNPT
The Kenco KHL-ES is constructed with one level switch, Circuitry: Single Pole Double Throw
which will alarm at 3/4” above centerline, and will also
alarm at 3/4” below centerline. Process Connections:
Oil Outlet Connection Size: (3) 3/4” FNPT
Application of Model KSHL-ES:
The Kenco KSHL-ES is constructed with 2 independent Also Available:
switches, one for high level alarm 3/4” above centerline DPDT: Double Pole Double Throw Switch
and another for low level alarm at 3/4” below centerline. (KES/KHL-ES Only)
SYN: Synthetic Oil Applications - Contact
Application of Model KSLL-ES: Kenco with Type and Specific Gravity of oil
The Kenco KSLL-ES is constructed with 2 independent used in the application.
switches for low level trip points of 5/8“ and 7/8“ below
centerline. T-Code T5

Standard Materials of Construction:

Housing Material: Aluminum
Float Material: Closed Cell Polyurethane
Sight Window: U.V. Stabilized Transparent Nylon

MODEL KLCP OIL LEVEL CONTROLLER WITH PNEUMATIC SWITCH

Application of Model KLCP: Flow Rate Test Results:
The Kenco KLCP utilizes the operating principles of both (Standard unit tested at 32°F, SAE 30)
the oil level controller and the pneumatic switch. Switch 2’ Head: 1.45 GPH
opens when oil level drops 3/4” below centerline of sight 4’ Head: 2.46 GPH
window. 6’ Head: 3.49 GPH
(HPA unit tested at 32°F, SAE 30)
Applications: 10 psi: 4.09 GPH
Remote or offshore locations with no electric power (HPB unit tested at 32°F, SAE 30)
36 psi: 3.38 GPH
Standard Materials of Construction: 70 psi: 6.92 GPH
Valve Seat: Nitrile (Fluorocarbon also available)
Housing and Valve Orifice Material: Aluminum Pneumatic Switch Specifications:
Float Material: Closed Cell Polyurethane Switch Trip Point: See Application Note
Oil Inlet Screen: 20 Mesh Brass Cloth Maximum Air Valve Inlet Pressure: 100 psi
Sight Window: U.V. Stabilized Transparent Nylon Max. Temp: 180°F/ 82°C
Air Inlet Connection Size: 1/4” FNPT
Oil Inlet Data: Air Exhaust Connection: 1/4” O.D. Tube X 1/8” MNPT Tube Fitting
Static Head Pressure Range: 2-25 Feet Switch Test Button: Standard
High Pressure Models:
HPA: 10-35 psi Also Available:
HPB: 36-70 psi SYN: Synthetic Oil Applications - Contact Kenco with Type and
Specific Gravity of oil used in the application.
Process Connections:
Oil Inlet Connection Size: 1/2” FNPT Model KPS Pneumatic Oil Level Switch
Oil Outlet Connection Size: (3) 3/4” FNPT Same as model KLCP except with no oil level controller function

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MODEL DIMENSIONS
(Refer to(Refer
Kenco website
to Kenco for models
website for models not shown) not shown)

Model K512 / K512-TB / K512HL / K512HL-TB Oil Level Controller with Case-to-Ground Electric Switch Contact
SWITCH CONDUIT CONNECTION, 1/2" NPT
6 81 "

2 21 " SWITCH TEST BUTTON (OPTIONAL)

5 81 "
VENT PLUG,
3/8" NPT 3 "
416

7 3 13
16 " 4" 8"

29 " KENCO TULSA

2 32 11 "
31 " 2 32
113

MODEL K512
5 32
32 "
9 "
216
OIL LEVEL OIL LEVEL
CASE TO GROUND SWITCH

2 81 " 3 3
activates when oil level drops
~ 1/2" below center of sight

8"
window. See installation
instructions for details.
To test, push Test Button

13
316 "
1 41 "
2 81 "

OIL OUTLET WITH OIL LEVEL 113

32 " 4"
PLUG, 3/4" NPT SIGHT WINDOW
17
8"
OIL INLET
7/16" WIDE MOUNTING OIL OUTLET WITH PLUG, CONNECTION,
SLOT (2 PLACES) 1/2" NPT (2 PLACES) 1/2" NPT

Model KLCE / *KES / KHL / *KHL-ES / KSHL / *KSHL-ES / KSLL / *KSLL-ES Oil Level Controllers with Switch in Explosion Proof Enclosure
*Models KES / KHL-ES / KSHL-ES / KSLL-ES are Electric Oil Level Switches Only and have No Oil Inlet Connection and No Oil Level Controller Function

EXTERNAL 1 21 " SWITCH CONDUIT CONNECTION, SWITCH ENCLOSURE COVER SECUREMENT SETSCREW,
GROUND SCREW 1/2" NPT M4 X 0.7
WITH CUP
WASHER,
6-32UNC
VENT PLUG,
3/8" NPT 1 21 " 9
16 "

G 9 "
116
KENCO TULSA 913
32 "

MODEL:
3 "
316

S/N:
1 "
516

(918-663-4406) www.kenco-eng.com
77 " 4"
32
11 "
7 32 6"
OIL LEVEL OIL LEVEL
3 "
6 32

33
8" OIL INLET
CONNECTION,
113
32 "
1/2" NPT

1 21 " 3 41 "

OIL OUTLET WITH PLUG, OIL LEVEL 9 "

216 6 21 "
3/4" NPT (3 PLACES) SIGHT WINDOW

Model KLCP Oil Level Controller with Pneumatic Oil Level Switch
SWITCH TEST BUTTON 9 "
116 AIR EXHAUST CONNECTION, 1/4" O.D. TUBE X 1/8" NPT FITTING AIR INLET CONNECTION, 1/4" NPT
(NOTE: PORT CAN BE ROTATED) 1 21 " 1 43 "
VENT PLUG,
3/8" NPT 9 9
16 " 16 "

9 "
116
115
16 "
KENCO TULSA
MODEL:

11 " 3 "
316
S/N:

8 32
(918-663-4406) www.kenco-eng.com

615
32 "
4"
11 "
7 32 6"
OIL LEVEL OIL LEVEL
3 "
6 32

33
8" OIL INLET
CONNECTION,
113
32 "
1/2" NPT

1 21 " 3 41 "

OIL OUTLET WITH PLUG, OIL LEVEL 9 "

216 6 21 "
3/4" NPT (3 PLACES) SIGHT WINDOW

Model KLCM Oil Level Controller with Electric Switch in CSA® Type 4 Enclosure

SWITCH 11" SWITCH CONDUIT CONNECTION,

4
TEST BUTTON 1/2" NPT 1 21 "
VENT PLUG,
3/8" NPT 19 "
32 9
16 "

9 "
116 PUSH TO TEST
LEVEL SWITCH
www.kenco-eng.com

KENCO TULSA
MODEL:

3 "
1/3 HP, 125 AND 250 VAC; 0.5 AMP, 125 VDC; 0.25 AMP, 250 VDC

(918-663-4406)
KLCM SWITCH ELECTRICAL RATINGS: 11 AMPS, 277 VAC;

316
S/N:

3 "
416
5 "
816 R

4"
11 "
716
11 "
7 32 TYPE 4 6"
OIL LEVEL 67
8"
OIL LEVEL
3 "
6 32

33
8" OIL INLET
CONNECTION,
113
32 "
1/2" NPT

1 21 " 3 41 "

OIL OUTLET WITH PLUG, OIL LEVEL 9 "

216 6 21 "
3/4" NPT (3 PLACES) SIGHT WINDOW

Note : Dimensions are for reference purposes only and are subject to change at any time without notice.

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Model KLCE Parts Kits Model KLCP Parts Kits Model KLCM Parts Kits Model K512 / K512-TB
Parts Kits
Kit 1: All Working Parts Kit Kit 1: All Working Parts Kit Kit 1: All Working Parts Kit
Order #RK-KLCE Order #RK-KLCP Order #RK-KLCM
Consists of: Consists of:
Kit 1: K512 / K512-TB
Consists of:
1-Cover Plate Assembly As Shown Above 1-Cover Plate Assembly As Shown Above 1-Cover Plate Assembly As Shown Above All Working Parts Kit
1-Cover Plate Gasket 1-Cover Plate Gasket 1-Cover Plate Gasket Order #RK-K512
4-Mounting Bolts 4-Mounting Bolts 4-Mounting Bolts Order #RK-K512-TB
1-Vent Plug 1-Vent Plug 1-Vent Plug Consists of:
1-Cover Plate Assembly As Shown Above
Kit 2: Switch Kit Kit 2: Air Valve Kit Kit 2: Switch Kit 1-Cover Plate Gasket
Order #MS-KLCE Order #AV-KLCP Order #MS-KLCM 4-Mounting Screws
Consists of: Consists of: 1-Vent Plug
Consists of:
1-Switch Assembly With Bracket 1-Complete Air Valve Assembly 1-Switch Assembly With Bracket
1-Switch Bracket Isolator 1-Exhaust Ring 2-Switch Assembly Mounting Screws Kit 2: Switch Kit
2-Mounting Screws 1-Exhaust Ring O-Ring Seal 1-Switch Enclosure Gasket
1-Air Exhaust Connector
Order #MS-K512
4-Switch Enclosure Mounting Screws Consists of:
1-Actuator Rod 1-Ground Wire With Ring Terminal
Kit 3: Switch Float Kit 1-Insulator Bushing
1-Setscrew
Order #MF-KLCE Kit 3: Air Valve Float Kit Kit 3: Switch Float Kit 2-Hexagon Nuts
Consists of:
1-Switch Float Assembly With Bracket
Order #AF-KLCP Order #MF-KLCM 1-Ring Terminal
Consists of: Consists of:
2-Mounting Screws
1-Air Valve Float Assembly With Bracket 1-Switch Float Assembly With Bracket Kit 3: Switch Float Kit
1-Switch Push Rod Retainer Wire
2-Mounting Screws 2-Mounting Screws
2-Hexagon Nuts
Order #MF-K512
1-Switch Push Rod Retainer Wire Consists of:
Kit 4: Controller Gasket / Seal Kit
1-Float Assembly With Seal
Order #GS-KLCE Kit 4: Controller Gasket / Seal Kit Kit 4: Controller Gasket / Seal Kit 1-Clevis Pin
Consists of: Order #GS-KLCP Order #GS-KLCM 1-Hitch Pin Clip
1-Cover Plate Gasket Consists of: Consists of:
1-Sight Window O-Ring Seal 1-Cover Plate Gasket 1-Cover Plate Gasket Kit 4A: K512 Gasket / Seal Kit
1-Oil Inlet Float Seal 1-Sight Window O-Ring Seal 1-Sight Window O-Ring Seal
1-Switch Enclosure O-Ring Seal 1-Oil Inlet Float Seal 1-Oil Inlet Float Seal Order #GS-K512
1-Switch Push Rod O-Ring Seal 1-Oil Inlet Housing O-Ring Seal Consists of:
1-Oil Inlet Housing O-Ring Seal
1-Air Valve Internal O-Ring Seal 1-Switch Push Rod O-Ring Seal 1-Cover Plate Gasket Set
Kit 5: Oil Inlet Housing Kit 1-Test Button Push Rod O-Ring Seal 1-Test Button Push Rod O-Ring Seal 1-Sight Window O-Ring Seal
1-Air Valve Exhaust Ring O-Ring Seal 1-Oil Inlet Float Seal
Order #OI-KLCE 1-Switch Enclosure Gasket
Consists of:
1-Oil Inlet Screen Kit 5: Oil Inlet Housing Kit Kit 5: Oil Inlet Housing Kit Kit 4B: K512-TB Gasket / Seal Kit
1-Screen Retainer Ring Order #OI-KLC Order #OI-KLC Order #GS-K512-TB
Consists of: Consists of: Consists of:
1-Oil Inlet Screen 1-Cover Plate Gasket Set
Kit 6: Sight Window Kit 1-Oil Inlet Screen
1-Screen Retainer Ring 1-Screen Retainer Ring 1-Sight Window O-Ring Seal
Order #GL-KLC 1-Oil Inlet Housing 1-Oil Inlet Float Seal
Consists of: 1-Oil Inlet Housing
1-Housing O-Ring Seal 1-Housing O-Ring Seal 1-Test Button O-Ring Seal
1-Sight Window
3-Mounting Screws 3-Mounting Screws
1-Sight Window O-Ring Seal
6-Mounting Screws
3-Lock Washers 3-Lock Washers Kit 5: Oil Inlet Housing Kit
Order #OI-K512
Kit 7: Oil Inlet Float Kit Kit 6: Sight Window Kit Kit 6: Sight Window Kit Consists of:
Order #OF-KLC Order #GL-KLC Order #GL-KLC 1-Oil Inlet Screen
Consists of: 1-Screen Retainer Ring
Order #OF-KLC-HPA Consists of:
1-Sight Window 1-Sight Window
Order #OF-KLC-HPB 1-Sight Window O-Ring Seal Kit 6: Sight Window Kit
1-Sight Window O-Ring Seal
Consists of: 6-Mounting Screws
1-Float Assembly With Seal
6-Mounting Screws Order #GL-K512
1-Float Hinge Bracket Consists of:
2-Mounting Screws
Kit 7: Oil Inlet Float Kit Kit 7: Oil Inlet Float Kit 1-Sight Window
1-Oil Inlet Valve Orifice Order #OF-KLC Order #OF-KLC 1-Sight Window O-Ring Seal
4-Mounting Screws
1-Clevis Pin Order #OF-KLC-HPA Order #OF-KLC-HPA
1-Hitch Pin Clip Order #OF-KLC-HPB Order #OF-KLC-HPB Kit 7: K512-TB Test Button Kit
Consists of: Consists of
1-Float Assembly With Seal 1-Float Assembly With Seal Order #TB-K512
1-Float Hinge Bracket 1-Float Hinge Bracket Consists of:
2-Mounting Screws 2-Mounting Screws 1-Complete Test Button Assembly
1-Oil Inlet Valve Orifice 1-Oil Inlet Valve Orifice
1-Clevis Pin
1-Hitch Pin Clip
1-Clevis Pin Model K512HL and K512HL-TB Kits
1-Hitch Pin Clip Refer to Kenco Website
Kit 8: Test Button Kit Kit 8: Test Button Kit
Order #TB-KLCP Order #TB-KLCM
Consists of: Consists of:
1-Complete Test Button Assembly 1-Complete Test Button Assembly

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Kenco Adapters

CONTROLLER-TO-CRANKCASE MOUNTING ADAPTERS

(Note: " " denotes controller mounting surface.)

638
" 1"
42 3"
94
0.1793" (REF.) 5 1" 5 " (REF.)
8 31 " 3"
8 2 8
212
"

OIL LEVEL
3" 21 "
4

3"
44
13/32" (TYP.)
WIDE SLOT 71 Ø11 " (4 PLACES) 7 " (2 PLACES)
Ø16
2" 32
(8 PLACES)
TYPE 24
For Ariel (2/4 Throw) JGE, JGH, JGK, and JGT Compressors
13
R64 " 21
8"
(16 PLACES) (TYP .)
1
1 8"

CL SYM. 311 "

16
11 " 3"
8 14
CLEARANCE HOLE
FOR 1/2" PIPE
21 " 21 "
16 16 11
16 "
TYPE 9 15
8"
Universal Mounting Bracket for Any Engine
5 " (REF.)
216
OIL LEVEL LUBRICATOR
CONTROLLER HOUSING OIL LEVEL
HOUSING CONTROLLER 1/4"-20UNC
HOUSING SET SCREW
5"
8
OIL LEVEL OIL LEVEL

25 " 3/4"-16UNF
16 OIL LEVEL
STRAIGHT THREAD L SYM.
C 23 7
8 " 38 "
X 1/4" FNPT
FITTING

3/4" INTERNAL TOOTH

SEAL WASHER LOCK WASHER
TYPE 11
For Mechanical Lubricator TYPE 12
(Drill 25/32"Ø holes in lubricator housing to mount) For 1/2" Pipe

43 " (REF.) 1"

8 2
3"
11 4 318 "
7"
11.5°
3"
24 9 3"
316 " 8
15 (REF.)
4 "
16

3"
10 4
C
L C
L C
L DOOR
613 " (REF.) 11
16
5" 4"
88 OIL LEVEL

5" 3"

11 ALIGNMENT
16 " TABS
OIL LEVEL
15 " (2 PLACES) O-RING SEAL
Ø
25
8 " 31 " 3" 32 GROOVE
ADAPTER CENTERLINE 44
(REF.) 2
TYPE 27
Waukesha VHP Engines
(Supplied with all mounting hardware/seals)
9/16"Ø MOUNTING HOLE
(3 PLACES)
TYPE 17
TYPE 14 Similar to type 27 except for use with old Waukesha engines
Cooper Superior Compressor (Formerly White) having inspection door with (1) mounting bolt

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Controller-To-Crankcase Mounting ADAPTERs
NUMBER Description
-1 Clark MA & CFA
-2 Clark HMB & TMP
-3 Clark RA, HRA, HBA, HCA, HLA & TLA
-4* Ingersoll-Rand SVG & KVS
-5 Ingersoll-Rand KVG
-6 Cooper-Bessemer GMW
-7 Cooper-Bessemer GMV
-8 Cooper-Bessemer GMX
-9* Universal Mounting Adapter
-9MS* KLCE type housing with four 3/8”-16UNC integral mounting studs for use with -9 universal mounting adapter or any mounting configuration
which incorporates the stud pattern (Note: This option does not include the universal mounting adapter)

-10* Slotted Adapter for Universal Mounting

-11 Mechanical Lubricator Mounting
-12* Post Mount For 1/2” Pipe
-14 Cooper Superior Compressor (Formerly White)
-15 Ingersoll-Rand XVG & PVG
-16 Cooper-Bessemer BMV & 275 (Available with varied oil level)
-17 Waukesha VHP Engines F2895, F3251, F5108, L5790 and L7042 (Replaces Inspection Door with Single Bolt Mounting Arrangement)
-18 Waukesha VHP Engines F2895, F3251, F5108, L5790 and L7042 (Same as -17 except with Integral Kenco 1618 Low Flow Meter)
-19 Ingersoll-Rand Rotary
-21 Cooper-Bessemer 2400 Series 6
-24 Ariel JGE (2/4 Throw), JGH (2/4 Throw), JGK (2/4 Throw) and JGT (2/4 Throw) Compressors
-25 Ariel JGU (2/4/6 Throw), JGZ (2/4/6 Throw), KBB (4/6 Throw) and KBV (4/6 Throw) Compressors
-27 Waukesha VHP Engines F2895, F3251, F5108, L5790 & L7042 (Replaces Inspection Door with Two Bolt Mounting Arrangement)
-37 Waukesha P9390 Engine (Replaces Inspection Door)
-38 Waukesha P9390 Engine (Same as -37 except with Integral Kenco 1618 Low Flow Meter)
-39 Waukesha P9390 Engine (Same as -37 except with Integral Kenco 14308 Low Flow Meter)
-40 Waukesha VHP Engines F2895, F3251, F5108, L5790 and L7042 (Same as -17 except with Integral Kenco 14308 Low Flow Meter)
-48A Ariel JGB (4/6 Throw), JGC (2 Throw), JGD (2 Throw) and JGV (4/6 Throw) Compressors
-48B Ariel JGC (4/6 Throw) and JGD (4/6 Throw) Compressors with Standard Shaft Rotation and a Single Chain Drive
Ariel JGC (6 Throw) and JGD (6 Throw) Compressors with Reverse Shaft Rotation and a Dual Chain Drive
-48C Ariel JGC (4/6 Throw) and JGD (4/6 Throw) Compressors with Reverse Shaft Rotation and a Single Chain Drive
Ariel JGC (6 Throw) and JGD (6 Throw) Compressors with Standard Shaft Rotation and a Dual Chain Drive
-991 Dresser-Rand HOS (4/6 Throw) Compressors
-C33/34* Caterpillar C3300/3400 Engines

CONTROLLER-TO-CRANKCASE MOUNTING ADAPTERS SPECIFICALLY FOR MODEL K512 CONTROLLERS

-9U* Universal Mounting Adapter
-A Arrow C46, C66, C106 and C245
-AJAX Ajax, Lufkin Made Before 1-1-63, Superior and Other Crosshead Type Engines, and Tri-Plex Pumps With 1/2” Drains
-FM Fairbanks Morse ZC, 118, 208, 346, 503, and 739
-L-795 Arrow L-795
-ML For Side Mounting on Mechanical Lubricator when there is No Extra Pump Pocket
-SML Mounts on the end of the McCord Mechanical Lubricator next to the Filler Cap
-W* Witte B,C & F28, F32 & F42

-W98* Witte 98 with Oil Gauge Bolted to Engine

* Indirect mounted controllers/switches require an equalizing line for proper operation.
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FIRE SAFE VALVES™ U.S. Patent # 3,817,353

OPERATING PRINCIPLE
The Fire Safe Oil Control System provides two spring-loaded, thermally actuated
valves. In the event of a fire, valves automatically close, stopping the flow of oil
from the crankcase of the engine and the reserve oil supply for the controller.
Because the Oil Level Controller will melt during a fire, this prevents the addition
of oil from the crankcase and the controller’s reserve oil supply to the fire.

BENEFITS
• Lower insurance rates
C
• Protection in case of fire to equipment e
• Protection of personnel D B
• Protection of environment
• Prevents oil supply from feeding a fire

SPECIFICATIONS
Valve Body – Zinc Plated Carbon Steel
G
Thermal Fuse Melting Temp. – 360°F
Spring – Stainless Steel
Valve Plunger – Carbon Steel
Seal Material – Fluorocarbon
Connection Size: 1/2” FNPT or 3/4” FNPT (other sizes available) H
F

TYPICAL INSTALLATION A
Inlet Side:
Install the Model 50-KFS as close to the controller inlet (or Kenco
Low Flow Meter) as possible.

Outlet Side: DIMENSIONS

Install the Model 75-KFS as close to the engine crankcase as possible.
MODEL 50-KFS: MODEL 75-KFS:
A – 1/2” A – 3/4”
*Note: Flow through valve is bidirectional. B – 5/8” B – 3/4”
C – 1-1/4” C – 1-1/2”
D – 1-9/16” D – 1-3/4”
E – 3-1/8” E – 3-1/2”
F – 3/4” F – 7/8”
G – 3-7/8” G – 4-3/8”
H –1-5/16” H –1-9/16”

In case of a fire, stops

oil from flowing from oil
reserve supply.
OUTLET SIDE:
In case of a fire, stops
back flow of oil from
crank case.

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COntroller Designations
Model Description
KLC Oil Level Controller (No Switch Function)
KLCE Oil Level Controller with S.P.D.T. Electric Switch in Explosion Proof Enclosure
KLCE-DPDT Oil Level Controller with D.P.D.T. Electric Switch in Explosion Proof Enclosure
KES S.P.D.T. Electric Switch in Explosion Proof Enclosure (No Oil Controller Function)
KES-DPDT D.P.D.T. Electric Switch in Explosion Proof Enclosure (No Oil Controller Function)
KHL Oil Level Controller with S.P.D.T. Electric Switch in Explosion Proof Enclosure for Single High Level and Low Level Alarm
KHL-DPDT Oil Level Controller with D.P.D.T. Electric Switch in Explosion Proof Enclosure for Single High Level and Low Level Alarm
KHL-ES S.P.D.T. Electric Switch in Explosion Proof Enclosure for Single High Level and Low Level Alarm (No Oil Controller Function)
KHL-ES-DPDT D.P.D.T. Electric Switch in Explosion Proof Enclosure for Single High Level and Low Level Alarm (No Oil Controller Function)
KSHL Oil Level Controller with Two S.P.D.T. Electric Switches in Explosion Proof Enclosure for Separate High Level and Low Level Alarms
KSHL-ES Two S.P.D.T. Electric Switches in Explosion Proof Enclosure for Separate High Level and Low Level Alarms (No Oil Controller Function)
KSLL Oil Level Controller with Two S.P.D.T. Electric Switches in Explosion Proof Enclosure for Two Separate Low Level Alarms
KSLL-ES Two S.P.D.T. Electric Switches in Explosion Proof Enclosure for Two Separate Low Level Alarms (No Oil Controller Function)
KLCM Oil Level Controller with S.P.D.T. Electric Switch in CSA Type 4 Enclosure
KLCP Oil Level Controller with Pneumatic Switch
KPS Pneumatic Switch (No Oil Controller Function)
K512 Oil Level Controller with Case-To-Ground Switch Contact
K512-TB Oil Level Controller with Case-To-Ground Switch Contact and Switch Contact Test Button
K512HL Oil Level Controller with Case-To-Ground Switch Contact for Single High Level and Low Level Alarm
K512HL-TB Oil Level Controller with Case-To-Ground Switch Contact for Single High Level and Low Level Alarm and Switch Contact Test Button

ORDERING SYSTEM
KLCE 9 HPA FS V K

Model

Mounting Adapters
(Leave Blank for No Mounting Adapter)
See Page 9 for Options

Inlet Oil Pressure

(Leave Blank for Static Head Pressure or Models with No Oil Controller Function)
HPA (10-35 PSIG) - N/A on K512 Models or Models with No Oil Controller Function
HPB (36-70 PSIG) - N/A on K512 Models or Models with No Oil Controller Function

Fire Safe Valves

(Leave Blank for No Fire Safe Valves)
FS

Seal Option
(Leave Blank for Standard Buna Seals)
V Fluorocarbon Seals

Hose Kit Option

(Leave Blank for No Hose Kit)
K Hose Kit - 6’ of 3/4” I.D. hose, (2) 1/2” NPT hose barbs, (2) 3/4” NPT hose barbs, and (4) hose clamps

Synthetic Oil Option

Contact Kenco with the Type and Specific Gravity of synthetic oil being used in the application

Example Order Designation:

KLCE-9-HPA-FS-V-K is an Oil Level Controller with S.P.D.T. Electric Switch in Explosion Proof Enclosure, a Universal Mounting Adapter, a High Pressure Inlet
Valve rated for 10-35 PSIG, Fire Safe Valves, Fluorocarbon Seals, and a Hose Kit.
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IN-LUBRICATOR OIL LEVEL CONTROLLER
with Safety Switch

MODEL K507L
APPLICATION
The standard valve seat material
is Nitrile, but may be ordered as Series 507 Oil Level Controllers are designed for use in
Fluorocarbon for other types of Lincoln, Premier, and Mega Lubricators.
lubrication. A 1/2” FNPT oil inlet
connection and 1/2” FNPT conduit
connection is standard. An optional OPERATING PRINCIPLE
conduit connection wire sealing cap
Series 507 Oil Level Controllers automatically monitor and
is available for applications with
control the amount of oil in the lubricator housing. This
no conduit. The switch is case-to-
keeps all of the working parts including the pump plungers
ground and the circuit will remain
submerged in oil to reduce wear and corrosion. When the
open until the oil supply from the
level falls below the operational requirement, the low level
outside source is empty.
safety switch will be activated.

FEATURES
MODEL 507K
• V alve design eliminates lubricator box
The standard valve seat material overfill due to contaminates in the oil
is a chrome steel ball check. Seal • Controls oil level in lubricator
materials are Cork Neoprene • Low level safety switch protects against engine and
and Nitrile. A 1/2” FNPT oil inlet pump repairs due to lubrication failure
connection is standard. The switch • Non-mercury switch will not react to vibration
is case-to-ground and the circuit will
remain open until the oil supply from
the outside source is empty.

MODEL 507M
The standard valve seat
material is Nitrile, but may be
ordered as Fluorocarbon for other
types of lubrication. A 1/2” FNPT
oil inlet connection and 1/2” FNPT
conduit connection is standard. The
switch is S.P.D.T. and can be wired
normally open or normally closed.

Model K507L Shown Mounted

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 MODEL K507L MODEL 507K MODEL 507M

K507L 507K 507M

Materials of Construction: Materials of Construction: Materials of Construction:
• Controller Housing: Aluminum • Controller Housing: Aluminum • Controller Housing: Aluminum
• Valve Seat: Nitrile • Valve Seat: Chrome Steel • Valve Seat: Nitrile
• Optional Valve Seat: Fluorocarbon • Valve Orifice: Aluminum • Optional Valve Seat: Fluorocarbon
• Valve Orifice: Aluminum • Float: Closed Cell Polyurethane • Valve Orifice: Aluminum
• Float: Closed Cell Polyurethane • Oil Inlet Screen: 60 Mesh Brass • Float: Closed Cell Polyurethane
• Oil Inlet Screen: 20 Mesh Brass • Oil Inlet Screen: 20 Mesh Brass

Specifications: Specifications:
• Switch Trip Point: 3/4” drop in oil level Specifications:
• S witch Trip Point: 3/4” drop in oil level 
• Switch Rating: 2 amps, 30 VAC or VDC • Switch Trip Point: 3/4” drop in oil level
• S witch Rating: 2 amps, 30 VAC or VDC
• Switch Circuitry: Case-To-Ground • Switch Rating: 5 amps, 250 VAC
• S witch Circuitry: Case-To-Ground
• E
 lectrical Connection: 18 AWG x 36” • Switch Circuitry: SPDT 
• E lectrical Connection: 1/2” FNPT conduit connection
with 18 AWG x 36” long wire lead. long wire lead •E  lectrical Connection: 1/2”FNPT conduit
•M
 aximum Temperature: 211° F connection with 22 AWG x 18” long wire leads.
• M aximum Temperature: 211° F
•O
 il Inlet Connection: 1/2” FNPT  • Wire Color Code:
• O il Inlet Connection: 1/2” FNPT
• Oil Inlet Pressure: 2’ to 5’ head of oil Red:
 Normally Closed
• O il Inlet Pressure using Standard Orifice: 1’ to 14’
head of oil Blue: Normally Open 
BRASS NUT
• F low Rate using Standard Orifice tested at 32° F, SAE BRASS NUT
ZINC PLATED White: Common
NITRILE SEAL
ZINCCARBON
PLATED STEEL • Maximum Temperature: 221° F
30 oil, 2’ head: 1.1413 gallons per hour NITRILE SEAL COMPRESSION
CARBON STEEL
• O il Inlet Pressure using Optional High Pressure WASHER • Oil Inlet Connection: 1/2” FNPT
COMPRESSION
Orifice: 5 psig to 60 psig WASHER •O  il Inlet Pressure using Standard
1/2" NPT
• F low Rate using Optional High Pressure Orifice tested PVC BODY
1/2" NPT
Orifice: 1’ to 14’ head of oil
at 32° F, SAE 30 oil, 5 psig: 0.6425 gallons per hour PVC BODY • F
 low Rate using Standard
Orifice tested at 32° F, SAE
Ordering Information: 30 oil, 2’ head: 1.1413 gallons per hour
• A
 dd suffix “-HP” to model number to designate • O
 il Inlet Pressure using Optional High Pressure
K507L Optional Part: Orifice: 5 psig to 60 psig
optional “High Pressure” orifice.
• 1/2” NPT Conduit Connection • F
 low Rate using Optional High Pressure Orifice tested
• A
 dd suffix “-V” to model number to designate
Wire Sealing Cap at 32°F, SAE 30 oil, 5 psig: 0.6425 gallons per hour
optional “Fluorocarbon” valve seat.
(Kenco Part Number 51006)
• O
 ptional Conduit Connection Wire Sealing Cap
(shown at right) to be ordered as a separate line item. Ordering Information:
• Add
 suffix “-HP” to model number to designate
optional “High Pressure” orifice.
• Add suffix “-V” to model number to designate
optional “Fluorocarbon” valve seat and seals.

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KENCO NO-FLOW SAFETY SWITCH
APPLICATION
The Kenco NO-FLOW SWITCH (“NFS”) is designed to protect the engine and compressor cylinder(s) against lubrication failure.

OPERATING PRINCIPLE
The Kenco “NFS” mounts in line between the lubricator and cylinder. On start up, the first stroke of the lubricator automatically
opens the “NFS” switch contact. The contact is opened and closed by the precision-fit plunger inside the “NFS” body. Lubrica-
tor oil flows through the body with the rate of flow controlled by the amount of oil that passes between the precision-fit plunger
and the bore inside the body. If the lubricator stops pumping, the precision-fit plunger will drift back against the switch contact
and stop the engine. The time interval between lubrication failure and shut down can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the
compression on the precision-fit plunger spring.

The “NFS” is available with an overpressure rupture assembly which will instantaneously bleed off and stop the engine in the
event the lube line check valve plugs. 

SPECIFICATIONs
Switch Contact Electrical Rating: 2 amps, 30 VAC or VDC
Switch Contact Circuitry: Case-To-Ground 
Flow Rates Required to Open Switch Contact:
• 6 drops per minute or more when using standard plunger spring

• Between 3 and 6 drops per minute when using optional light plunger spring “L” (See ordering note below)

Maximum Recommended Working Pressures:

• NFS-3, NFS-4, NFS-5, NFS-30: 2,000 psig
• NFS-6, NFS-11: 8,600 psig

• NFS-7, NFS-9, NFS-25: 1,750 psig (Consult factory for other available rupture pressure settings)

MODELS AVAILABLE
NFS-3 Non-explosion proof switch design; no mounting bracket
NFS-4 Non-explosion proof switch design; mounting bracket for Ajax
NFS-5 Non-explosion proof switch design; mounting bracket for large Ajax (3 switches on one bracket)
NFS-6 Explosion proof switch design; no mounting bracket
NFS-7 Non-explosion proof switch design; no mounting bracket; overpressure rupture assembly
NFS-9 Non-explosion proof switch design; mounting bracket for Ajax; overpressure rupture assembly
NFS-11 Explosion proof switch design; no mounting bracket; no inlet or outlet tubing connectors
NFS-25 Explosion proof switch design; no mounting bracket; overpressure rupture assembly
NFS-30 Non-Explosion proof switch design; no mounting bracket; 90° inlet and outlet tubing connectors
Ordering Note: Add “L” to end of model number for light spring option.

TECHNICAL DRAWING - MODEL NFS-6

• Dimensions are for reference purposes only and are subject to change at any time without notice.
• Visit the Kenco website at “www.kenco-eng.com” for drawings of other standard models available.

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KENCO PROXIMITY SWITCH FOR MECHANICAL
LUBRICATOR DIVIDER VALVES
APPLICATION
The Kenco Proximity Switch provides a switch signal used to detect the absence of flow in a continuously operating
compressor lubrication system by monitoring cyclic movement of the divider valve piston.

OPERATING PRINCIPLE
The Kenco Proximity Switch assembly’s operative components are a reed switch and a magnet that
sense the movement of the divider valve piston when it is cycling. It is installed in place of the piston
end plug in the divider valve block. When installed, the switch magnet rests against the divider valve
piston. The magnet is housed in the switch body parallel to the reed switch. Each time the divider valve
pulses with a lubrication cycle, the piston moves the magnet, opening and closing the contacts of the
reed switch. The switch contact may be used to complete a circuit to an external unit such as a PLC,
an auxiliary counter, indicator or other type of control.

SPECIFICATIONS
• CSA NRTL/C Certified for Class I, Groups A, B, C, and D; Class II, Groups E, F, and G;
Class III, Enclosure Type 4
• Switch Circuitry: S.P.S.T. (Normally Open)
• Maximum Switch Current: 0.5 Amps AC/DC
• Maximum Switch Voltage: 200 Volts AC/DC
• Maximum Switch Power: 10 Watts DC
• Maximum Temperature: 221° F
NRT L/C

MODELS AVAILABLE NTRL/C

• 25654-DR = Proximity Switch for Dropsa divider valves
• 25654-ML = Proximity Switch for Modular Lube (Lincoln) divider valves
• 25654-T1 = Proximity Switch with metal gasket seal for Trabon (1994 or earlier) divider valves
• 25654-T2 = Proximity Switch with O-ring seal for Trabon (1995 and later) divider valves

TECHNICAL DRAWING - MODEL 25654-T2

• Dimensions are for reference purposes only and are subject to change at any time without notice.
• Visit the Kenco website at “www.kenco-eng.com” for drawings of other standard models available.

FLUOROCARBON O-RING SEAL

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Kenco Low Flow Meter
Models 1618 and 14308
Application
The Kenco Low Flow Meter provides an accurate record of the amount of lubricating oil required to
maintain a constant oil level in the crankcase of an engine or compressor. This meter has been used
in gas and oil transmission services for many years.

OPERATING PRINCIPLE
The Kenco Low Flow Meter is a positive displacement double action, single piston meter.
The piston strokes and actuates a mechanical counter that registers the amount of oil flowing
through the meter. Each piston stroke equals and registers 0.01 gallon of flow. There are two
models available. The model 1618 with a mechanical counter only and the model 14308

FLOW RATE (GALLONS PER DAY)

with a mechanical counter and a reed switch. The 14308 reed switch is actuated by a magnet
mounted onto the surface of the piston. The switch closes every other piston stroke thus completing
a circuit every 0.02 gallon. The mechanical counter is immersed in oil assuring maximum wear resis-
tance from vibration. The meter is installed in line between a Kenco oil storage tank and a Kenco oil
level controller. The orientation of the meter does not matter as long as all the air is purged out.

COMMON SPECIFICATIONS FOR MODELS 1618 AND 14308

• Flow Rate Range: 0.05 to 5 gallons per hour
• Working Pressure Range: 4.6 to 50 psig
• Mechanical Counter Range: 9999.99 gallons
• Mechanical Counter Resolution: 0.01 gallon

SWITCH SPECIFICATIONS FOR MODEL 14308 ONLY

• Type: Hermetically Sealed Reed
• Circuitry: S.P.S.T. Normally Open
• Contact Resolution: 0.02 gallon
• Maximum Voltage: 100 VDC; 140 VAC
• Maximum Current: 0.25 Amps DC; 0.18 Amps AC
• Maximum Power: 7 Watts

TECHNICAL DRAWING
• Switch conduit connection and 22 AWG
switch leads are applicable to model 14308 only.
• D
 imensions are for reference purposes only
and are subject to change at any time
without notice.

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