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DeZURIK 2—24” (50—600mm) KSL-LA LONG BODY SLURRY KNIFE GATE VALVES D11039 Instruction March 2017...
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Inspection Your KSL-LA knife gate valve has been packaged to provide protection during shipment. Carefully inspect the unit for damage upon arrival and file a claim with the carrier if damage is apparent.
DeZURIK 2—24” KSL-LA LONG BODY SLURRY KNIFE GATE VALVES Table of Contents Description Installation Operation Lubrication Adjustment Drawings Top Seal Replacement Removing the Top Seal Installing the New Top Seal Sleeve Replacement Removing the Sleeves Installing the New Sleeves Storage and Shipping...
2—24” KSL-LA LONG BODY SLURRY KNIFE GATE VALVES Description KSL-LA knife gate valves have ductile iron bodies, stainless steel gates, resilient top seals and resilient matching sleeve sets. The KSL-LA is available in 2—24” (50-600mm) sizes, with a choice of several actuators and accessories. Installation Install the valve between ASME Class 125 or Class 150 pipeline flanges or other flanges that match the valve end connection.
DeZURIK 2—24” KSL-LA LONG BODY SLURRY KNIFE GATE VALVES Installation continued Gravity (Dry) Service Installation As the valve is bi-directional, it can be installed in either direction in a vertical pipeline. Before installation, ensure that the sleeves and gate are free from any grease or liquid type lubricants that might contaminate the media.
DeZURIK 2—24” KSL-LA LONG BODY SLURRY KNIFE GATE VALVES Top Seal Replacement The resilient molded top seal with encapsulated plate is designed to apply even sealing force to the top of the valve. The seal must be replaced if it has been damaged or if it still leaks after it is fully tightened.
DeZURIK 2—24” KSL-LA LONG BODY SLURRY KNIFE GATE VALVES Installing the New Top Seal 1. Apply a liberal amount of approved lubricant (see Table 2: Approved Lubricants) to the inside ribbed surfaces of the top seal (A6). For dry service application, no lubricant can be used.
7. If the actuator is powered, remove lock out or reconnect the power, reversing the measures taken in Sleeve Removal step 3. Storage and Shipping All KSL-LA valves are shipped in the open position. This is also the recommended position for installation and storage. ...
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Equipment or parts manufactured by others but furnished by DeZURIK, Inc. will be repaired or replaced, but only to the extent provided in and honored by the original manufacturers warranty to DeZURIK, Inc., in each case subject to the limitations contained therein.
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