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3.531.5275.200 Issue 3 - 2015 RJ check valves Installation and Maintenance Instructions The PED Directive 97/23/EC is repealed and replaced by the new PED Directive 2014/68/EU with effect from 19 July 2016. 1. General safety information 2. General product information 3.
Group 2 of the above mentioned Pressure Equipment Directive. The products’ use on other fluids within Group 2 may be possible but, if this is contemplated, Spirax Sarco should be contacted to confirm the suitability of the product for the application being considered.
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Tools and consumables Before starting work ensure that you have suitable tools and/or consumables available. Use only genuine Spirax Sarco replacement parts. 1.10 Protective clothing Consider whether you and/or others in the vicinity require any protective clothing to protect against the hazards of, for example, chemicals, high/low temperature, radiation, noise, falling objects and dangers to eyes and face.
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Customers and stockists are reminded that under EC Health, Safety and Environment Law, when returning products to Spirax Sarco they must provide information on any hazards and the precautions to be taken due to contamination residues or mechanical damage which may present a health, safety or environmental risk.
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Steam Mains - Do’s and Dont’s: Prevention of tensile stressing Pipe misalignment: Installing products or re-assembling after maintenance: Do not over tighten. Flange bolts should be gradually tightened across Use correct torque figures. diameters to ensure even load and alignment. 3.531.5275.200...
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Thermal expansion: Examples showing the use of expansion bellows. It is highly recommended that expert advise is sought from the bellows manufacturer. Guides Axial movement Fixing point Short distance Axial movement Guides Guides Small lateral Large movement Limit rods lateral movement Medium Fixing point...
The spindle seal is graphite ring type. Valves RJ216Z are lift check valves with in line connections. The construction is with flanged connections. Valves RJ205Z and RJ205N are lift check valves with in line connections. The construction is with threaded gas female connections.
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All the valves upon receipt must be examined to check they have not suffered injuries during the transport. Detection of possible problems must be promptly communicated to Spirax Sarco. Likewise it is necessary to verify the compatibility between the plant features in which will be instal- led the valves and the specifications of the supplied product.
4. Installation Note: before actioning any installing operation observe the ‘General safety information’ in Section 1. General rules Unpack the valve and remove protective covers from the joints, taking care that any dust or dirt can not enter into the valve. Subsequently, visually verify that the appliance is intact and haven’t suffered damages due to transport and storage;...
• For RJ216Z check valves, loosen the fixing screws between body and cap alternatively and with a crossing procedure. Pay attention to the thrust of the plug internal spring. Verify integrity and good conditions of the inside valve body.
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