Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 2 List of Contents 6.10 Signal transmitter (Option) ....... 11 List of Contents 6.11 Design for highly permeating media (Option) ............... 12 Relevant documents 6.12 Shortened or no lifting lever (Option) ..12 1 Technical data 6.13 Travel stop (Option) ........
Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 4 Body identification: Pipe screws, flanges to ISO/DIN, drilled to ASME Class 150 shell bears following information accordance with DIN EN 19 and AD 2000, A4: Flange nom. Screws Torque Torque diameter nominal diameter [mm] [inch] [ASME] [Nm] [in-lbs]...
Intended use The operational reliability of the valve supplied is only guaranteed if it is used properly in accordance with Richter safety valves of the series KSE/F and KSE- Section 2.1 of this operating manual. C/F are pressure-maintaining components with safety...
The valves may be used in a potentially The bellows are not offered in a conductive explosive area. version, i.e. the restrictions under point 1. apply. It is imperative to observe the individual points of Richter optionally offers conductive metallic bellows for the series HV.
Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 7 Safety note for valves, certified to Clean Air Act (TA Luft) On request, this valve can be supplied compliant with In particular, servicing must be conducted at regular the German Clean Air Code. intervals, and the bolted connections relevant for tightness must be inspected and retightened if Certificate / Manufacturer Declaration Validity is necessary.
Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 8 Storage Pre-printed forms are enclosed with the installation and operating manual. If the valve is not installed immediately after delivery, Safety precautions and decontamination measures it must be put into proper storage. are to be mentioned. It should be stored in a in a dry, vibration-free and well ventilated room at as constant a temperature as Disposal...
Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 9 Installation The installation conditions to the AD 2000 Code 6.2.1 Admissible back pressure A2 (on pressure vessels) and TRD721 are to be observed. They are major preconditions for the The outlet line must never be smaller than the safe operation of the valve.
Changes in length of the pipes due to temperature These are available as special accessories from the are to be allowed for, e.g. through the installation Richter product range. of expansion joints. Remove the flange covers. Direction of flow and...
Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 11 Blocking screw (option) 6.10 Signal transmitter (Option) During the pressure test of the plant the safety valve On request, an signal transmitter is available for cannot discharge through the blocking remote monitoring. screw. Glue in stem extension 805 (e.g. Loctite 638) and This blocking screw may only be used for secure with a hex.
Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 12 Design signal transmitter for blocking screw 6.12 Shortened or no lifting lever (Option) In order to exclude unauthorised activation, the lifting lever 238 can be shortened; a lever is supplied loose. See Fig. 13. the valve can be without a lifting lever; the locking Fig.
Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 13 Operation Initial commissioning Improper operation and their consequences Normally, the valves have been tested for leaks with air or water. Normally, the valves have been tested for leaks with air or water. Unless otherwise agreed, there could be residual amounts of water in the flow section of the valve;...
Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 14 Malfunctions If, after tightening the screws, tightness still cannot Safety valve is leaking be restored, either the plastic lining or the bellows Is there foreign matter between the seat and plug? is damaged. Is there any wear or damage to the seat or plug? The cause of cracked bellows could have been, for Have the nuts at the inlet nozzle been unevenly example, an inadmissibly high back pressure...
Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 15 Screw connections Have the valve lead-sealed. The data specified in the test certificates are to be To prevent leaks, a regular check of the connection observed. screws should be made in line with the operating requirements.
Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 16 9.6.2 Dismantling of the seat 9.6.5 Installation of the thrust ring Remove bonnet 513 from the body 100. Make sure that the O-ring 400/1 is positioned See Section 9.6.1. completely inside the groove of the pressure ring 124 so that it is not damaged when the thrust ring is Dismantle inlet nozzle 122 from the body 100 and inserted into the thrust flange 117.
Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 17 Undo hex. nuts at the end of the spindle and also remove spacer sleeve. Undo adjusting screw 538 and screw it out of the spring bonnet 513. The pressure spring 952/1 is only partially relieved in this situation. In order to completely relieve the spring, the two nuts per threaded rod are evenly turned upwards until the spring bonnet is loose.
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Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 18 Completely mount the lower valve section (body, Undo adjusting screw 538 (turn out of the spring seat, inlet nozzle). The pressure ring 124 is placed bonnet 513) until the distance between the upper on the sealing strip of the body. edge of the insert sleeve and the edge of the stem See Fig.
Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 19 Lowering the bellows onto the seat Tests For this purpose screw the adjusting screw 538 into the spring bonnet 513 until the spacer can be Following the assembly of the valve, the lift and the freely moved.
Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 23 10.4 Views View X View X DN 100/150 Detail Y upper spring plate View W DN 100/150 Detail Z lower spring plate 9530-050-en Revision 04 TM 7489 Edition 03/2009...
Series KSE/F, KSE-C/F Page 24 10.5 Dimensional drawing KSE/F, KSE-C/F Inlet Outlet Nominal diameter 25/50 50/80 80/100 100/150 All dimensions in mm 9530-050-en Revision 04 TM 7489 Edition 03/2009...
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Verwendung, sofern vorher nicht ausdrücklich die schriftliche Zustimmung des Herstellers vorliegt. This declaration will lose its validity if a structural alternation, non original spare parts from Richter or non-defined employment is made, unless the express written approval of the manufacturer is available previously.
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Safety Information / Declaration of No Objection Concerning the Contamination of Richter-Pumps, -Valves and Components SCOPE AND PURPOSE Each entrepreneur (operator) carries the responsibility for the health and safety of his employees. This extends also to the personnel, who implements repairs with the operator or with the contractor.
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A. Details of Richter-product: Failure description: Classification: Article number: Equipment: Serial number: Application tool: Application process: B. Condition of the Richter-product: Contamination : Was it in operation ? toxic Drained (product/operating supply item) ? caustic All openings hermetically locked! inflammable...
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Waste Management Law (AbfG) and the Water Resources Act (WHG) An inspection/repair of Richter products and parts will only take place, if the attached explanation is filled out correctly and completely by authorized and qualified technical personnel and is available.
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