Emerson KTM Hindle Operation, Installation & Maintenance Instructions

KTM Hindle Ultra-Seal Ball ValVeS
OperatiOn, installatiOn and maintenance instructiOns
Before installation these instructions must be fully read and understood
1 STorage/SelecTion/ProTecTion
Ultra-Seal, free floating ball valves offer
superior sealing downstream and to
atmosphere, in both reduced and full bore
designs.
Storage
When valves are to be stored for some time
before being fitted, storage should be in the
original delivery crates with any waterproof
lining and/or desiccant remaining in place.
Storage should be off the ground in a clean, dry,
indoor area. if storage is for a period exceeding
six months the desiccant bags (if supplied)
should be changed at this interval.
Selection
ensure that the materials of construction
and pressure/temperature limits shown on
the valve identification label, are suitable for
the process fluid and conditions. if in doubt,
contact the factory.
Protection
KtM Hindle ball valves are delivered
with protection according to customer's
specification, or in accordance with the Quality
assurance Manual, to protect the valve seats
and ball from damage. Wrapping and/or covers
should be left in place until immediately before
fitting to the pipe.
2 inSTallaTion
1. remove protective covers from valve faces.
2. ensure that mating flanges and gaskets
are clean and undamaged.
3. Fit the valve into pipework tightening
the flange bolts in a diagonal pattern.
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a. KtM Hindle Ultra-Seal ball valves are bi-
directional as standard and may be fitted in either
direction.
b. installation may be carried out with stem displaced
through any angle permitted by the bolting.
c. For certain services (chlorine etc.) the valves
are designed to be uni-directional, in which case
the valve body will be labeled 'High pressure side'
or 'Flow direction'.
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Warning
For safety reasons, it is important to take the
following precautions before you start work on
the valve:
1. Personnel making any adjustments to
the valves should utilize equipment and
clothing normally used to work with the
process where the valve is installed.
2. The line must be depressurized before
installing the valve.
3. Handling of all valves, operators and
actuators must be carried out by personnel
trained in all aspects of manual and
mechanical handling techniques.
4. Valves on liquid service, which may be
subjected to rapidly increasing temperature
in the closed position, will need a positive
means for relieving excessive cavity pressures.
For further information contact KTM Hindle.
3 rouTine MainTenance and
oPeraTional SPareS
Scope
Standard Ultra-Seal ball valves both manual
and actuated. For special service designs,
typically cryogenic and fugitive emissions see
separate instructions.
routine maintenance
no routine maintenance is required other
than periodic inspection to ensure satisfactory
operation and sealing.
any sign of leakage from the gland packing
should be addressed immediately by tightening
the gland screws gradually and evenly. if no
further adjustment is possible the packing
should be renewed by following the instructions
in paragraph 4.1.
Spare parts
KtM Hindle valves are identified by a figure
number, which is stamped on the identification
plate, located on the valve body flange.
this reference should be quoted in respect of
any after sales queries, spare parts or repair
enquiries/orders.
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Two year operational spares
Soft goods kits only, are recommended for
the first two years of operation, as follows:
• 2 PtFe seat rings
• 1 sleeve seal
• 1 set of gland packing
Our technical sales department on request
will recommend the number of kits required.
Metallic components are not normally replaced
in the initial 2-year period. any damage to
metallic components such as stem or ball may
necessitate replacement.
Consult technical sales department for advice.
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