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KITZ CORPORATION OF ENGINEERING EUROPE, S.A. OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DEPARTMENT Date: 1999-01-25 FIG. F-14A NPS ½”-6” Doc.NºIM/F14A/E Page 1 of 13 F14A 2002-12-05 D.Sampietro J.Muñoz General revision. Added figures Date Rev. Created Approved Notes...
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KITZ CORPORATION OF ENGINEERING EUROPE, S.A. OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DEPARTMENT Date: 1999-01-25 FIG. F-14A NPS ½”-6” Doc.NºIM/F14A/E Page 2 of 13 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION HANDLING OF VALVES ASSEMBLY TO THE PIPING OPERATION MAINTENANCE AND PERIODICAL INSPECTION DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES...
In order to help achieve trouble-free operation of the valves, we provide the information contained herein for optimal operation and conservation of the FIG. F14A ball valves. This operation manual covers only manually operated ball valves NPS ½” to 6”, in Class A150, A300 or A600.For valves actuated electrically, pneumatically or...
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KITZ CORPORATION OF ENGINEERING EUROPE, S.A. OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DEPARTMENT Date: 1999-01-25 FIG. F-14A NPS ½”-6” Doc.NºIM/F14A/E Page 4 of 13 • Once the dust caps are removed, carefully clean the inlets and outlets of both fittings and valves, so that all flange faces are free from any dirt or grime which would inhibit proper sealing.
KITZ CORPORATION OF ENGINEERING EUROPE, S.A. OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DEPARTMENT Date: 1999-01-25 FIG. F-14A NPS ½”-6” Doc.NºIM/F14A/E Page 5 of 13 • When the valves are frequently operated for long periods under high temperature and/or pressure. • When the valves are subjected to frequent temperature changes, especially if the valve seats are working very near the maximum values indicated in the pressure-temperature ratings.
KITZ CORPORATION OF ENGINEERING EUROPE, S.A. OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DEPARTMENT Date: 1999-01-25 FIG. F-14A NPS ½”-6” Doc.NºIM/F14A/E Page 6 of 13 To ensure that the bolts are perfectly tightened Of wear on the shaft and sphere and corrosion of the body or...
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KITZ CORPORATION OF ENGINEERING EUROPE, S.A. OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DEPARTMENT Date: 1999-01-25 FIG. F-14A NPS ½”-6” Doc.NºIM/F14A/E Page 7 of 13 • Remove the sphere (21) from inside the body, taking care not to bump or scratch it. The sphere surface must be kept in optimal condition for proper operation of the valve.
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KITZ CORPORATION OF ENGINEERING EUROPE, S.A. OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DEPARTMENT Date: 1999-01-25 FIG. F-14A NPS ½”-6” Doc.NºIM/F14A/E Page 8 of 13 • Insert the seats (22) in their respective locations in the body and the end connector. Remember that the seats are not reversible, that is, that they are intended for placement in one direction only.
KITZ CORPORATION OF ENGINEERING EUROPE, S.A. OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DEPARTMENT Date: 1999-01-25 FIG. F-14A NPS ½”-6” Doc.NºIM/F14A/E Page 9 of 13 • Place the body gasket (24) in the body recess. Fit the end connection (04), lining up the flange holes of the body and end connection. Make sure that the marks made before disassembly of the valve line up properly.
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KITZ CORPORATION OF ENGINEERING EUROPE, S.A. OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DEPARTMENT Date: 1999-01-25 FIG. F-14A NPS ½”-6” Doc.NºIM/F14A/E Page 10 of 13 Fig. 1 Parts list Fig.2 BOLTING TORQUE TABLE (ITEM 17)
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KITZ CORPORATION OF ENGINEERING EUROPE, S.A. OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DEPARTMENT Date: 1999-01-25 FIG. F-14A NPS ½”-6” Doc.NºIM/F14A/E Page 11 of 13 Values in Nm CARBON STEEL STAINLESS STEEL A2-70 DIN A2-80 DIN METRIC ASTM A193 ASTM A193 267/11...
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KITZ CORPORATION OF ENGINEERING EUROPE, S.A. OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DEPARTMENT Date: 1999-01-25 FIG. F-14A NPS ½”-6” Doc.NºIM/F14A/E Page 12 of 13 Fig. 3 BREAK TORQUE TABLE Values in Nm DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE Port Ø ½” ¾” 1” 1-1/2” 2”...
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KITZ CORPORATION OF ENGINEERING EUROPE, S.A. OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DEPARTMENT Date: 1999-01-25 FIG. F-14ANPS ”-6” Doc.NºIM/F14A/E Page 13 of 13 KITZ CORPORATION PRESSURE TEST TABLE ACCORDING RATING TIME OF EUROPE S.A. (seconds) N.D. PORT HIDROSTATIC PRESSURE FOR BODY AND SEATS...
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