Kelvion KBloc Operating Instructions Manual page 101

Fault
Leaks visible from the
outside
Internal leak
Leaks between K°Bloc
connection and pipe-
work
K°Bloc – Fully welded plate heat exchangers - English Version 2.2 - 01.2016
Cause
Excessive load from pipe-
work
Defective metal compo-
nents
Defective metal compo-
nents
Excessive load of K°Bloc
connection from pipework
Incorrect position of
connection gasket
Dirty gasket
Defective gasket
Flange connection is not
sufficiently tightened
Troubleshooting
Remedy
Reduce connecting loads to
permitted values. Check if
metal components are
damaged and contact your
Sales Office if required.
If a defective gasket can be
excluded, contact your Sales
Office.
If a defective gasket can be
excluded, contact your Sales
Office.
Reduce connecting loads to
permitted values.
Slacken off connections and
correct gasket seat
Slacken off K°Bloc connec-
tion and clean the gasket.
Slacken off K°Bloc connec-
tion and replace the gasket.
Check gasket and retighten
connection evenly if required
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