Emerson KTM VIRGO N Series Installation, Operation And Maintenance Instructions

Emerson KTM VIRGO N Series Installation, Operation And Maintenance Instructions

Trunnion mounted ball valves

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KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES
INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Before installation these instructions must be fully read and understood

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Scope .............................................................. 1
2. Receipt, handling and storage...................... 1
3. Installation ..................................................... 3
4. Operation ....................................................... 4
5. Gear operator instructions ........................... 5
8. Possible misuse of ball valve ....................... 7
9. Trouble shooting ........................................... 8
10. Ordering spares............................................. 8
11. Disassembly and re-assembly ..................... 9
12. Body cavity relief operation ........................ 21
fasteners and plugs .................................... 22
compliant valve ............................................ 23
17. Warranty ...................................................... 24

1 SCOPE

This manual is provided to ensure proper
installation, operation and maintenance for
KTM Virgo Series N Soft Seated Trunnion
Mounted Side Entry Ball Valves manufactured
and supplied by Emerson.
WARNING
Always use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
when carrying out above activities.
Emerson.com/FinalControl

2 RECEIPT, HANDLING AND STORAGE

• Identify the valve contained in the box using
the packing list fixed on the box.
• While loading and unloading the box, check
for handling instructions/symbols marked
on the box and handle the box accordingly.
Ensure lifting of valve box in upright position
using fork lift as shown in Figure 1. Do not
drag the box.
• Before removing the valve from the box,
ensure valve is not fastened/fixed inside the
box with wooden battens and bolts which are
provided to prevent the valve from toppling or
moving inside the box during transportation.
• Remove the valve from the box using proper
D-Shackle or lifting hooks and straps. These
must be sized depending upon the weight
that must be lifted at lifting points (lifting
lugs) provided on valve as shown in Figure 2.
Do not use chains or hooks in contact with
the machined or painted surfaces.
© 2018 Emerson. All Rights Reserved.
FIGURE 1
Typical box and lifting position
Forklift lifting forks
near bottom support
FIGURE 2
Lift
Swing
VCIOM-10876-EN 20/10
Top support
Bottom
support
Lift

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Swing KTM Virgo Series N Soft Seated Trunnion Mounted Side Entry Ball Valves manufactured and supplied by Emerson. WARNING Always use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when carrying out above activities. Emerson.com/FinalControl VCIOM-10876-EN 20/10 © 2018 Emerson. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 2 KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS • If lifting lugs are not provided on the valve, • After removing from box, always store the hold the valve with lifting strap around neck valve under roof and in a dry and clean area and gently lift it as shown in Figure 3.
  • Page 3: Installation

    Position service conditions do not exceed the limits loads. Hence Emerson recommends to give the stand aligning its holes with valve flange supports to the pipeline appropriately and given on name plate / tag plate of valve.
  • Page 4: Operation

    KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Installation of valve in vertical pipeline 4 OPERATION • Do not apply extra force using inappropriate • Place the valve with end flange resting on extensions to levers and handwheel like pipes ‘soft’...
  • Page 5: Gear Operator Instructions

    Assembly with bracket and coupling 5.1 Assembly of gear operator with bracket CAUTION and coupling If the valve has been supplied by Emerson with Position indicator • It is recommended that the valve should the gear operator assembled on the valve - be kept in upright position (stem vertical).
  • Page 6: Emergency Sealant Injection System

    KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 6 EMERGENCY SEALANT INJECTION SYSTEM Sealant injection fitting - Type A (standard supply) Typically provided on DN 150 (NPS 6) and larger See Figure 16 valves Seat sealant injection •...
  • Page 7: Preventive / Periodic Maintenance

    Not using lock open/close feature. Ensure to use this provision (as applicable) based on process requirement. Improper long term storage. For long term storage and preservation of valves at site refer Emerson procedure QAC/KM-028. Contact Factory. Damage to valve fittings during handling.
  • Page 8: Troubleshooting

    KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 9 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible cause Remedy Leakage across closed valve 1. Damaged ball surface. 1. Refurbish or replace the ball. 2. Damaged seats / seat seals. 2. Refurbish or replace seats. Replace seat seals.
  • Page 9: Disassembly And Re-Assembly

    KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 11 DISASSEMBLY AND RE-ASSEMBLY 11.1 Warnings For removal of valve from pipeline, disassembly, Sections re-assembly • Pay attention to prevent personal injury or 11.1 Warnings 11.2 Notes equipment damage from sudden release of Series N trunnion mounted ball process pressure or uncontrolled movement...
  • Page 10 KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 11.2 Notes • It is recommended to use original spares. • Ensure clean environment during • Graphite gaskets shall be replaced. disassembly and re-assembly of valve. • Elastomer and plastomer seals can be re- •...
  • Page 11 KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 11.3 Series N trunnion mounted ball valve 11.3.2 Re-assembly procedure with gland 1. Ensure all parts are clean prior to assembly Construction: Two-piece of the valve. 2. Pay attention to references marked during Type: External trunnion Refer section 11.3.3 for exploded view and disassembly.
  • Page 12 KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 11.3.3 Exploded view Series N trunnion mounted ball valve with gland Construction: Two-piece Type: External trunnion PARTLIST Item No. Part name Item No. Part name Body Cap screw (key-stem) Adapter Drain plug Ball...
  • Page 13 KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 11.4 Series N trunnion mounted ball valve 11.4.2 Re-assembly procedure with gland 1. Ensure all parts are clean prior to assembly Construction: Two-piece of the valve. 2. Pay attention to references marked during Type: Support plate Refer Section 11.4.3 for exploded view and disassembly.
  • Page 14 KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 11.4.3 Exploded view Series N trunnion mounted ball valve with gland Construction: Two-piece Type: Support plate PARTLIST Item No. Part name Item No. Part name Body Cap screw (key-stem) Adapter Drain plug for all sizes.
  • Page 15 KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 11.5 Series N trunnion mounted ball valve - 11.5.2 Re-assembly procedure without gland 1. Ensure all parts are clean prior to assembly Construction: Two-piece of the valve. 2.
  • Page 16 KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 11.5.3 Exploded view Series N trunnion mounted ball valve - without gland Construction: Two-piece Type: External trunnion PARTLIST Item No. Part name Item No. Part name Body Adapter Cap screw (key-stem) Ball...
  • Page 17 KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 11.6 Series N trunnion mounted ball valve - 11.6.2 Re-assembly procedure without gland 1. Ensure all parts are clean prior to assembly Construction: Two-piece of the valve. 2.
  • Page 18 KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 11.6.3 Exploded view Series N trunnion mounted ball valve without gland Construction: Two-piece Type: Support plate PARTLIST Item No. Part name Item No. Part name Body Adapter Cap screw (key-stem) Ball Drain plug for all sizes.
  • Page 19 KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 11.7 Series N trunnion mounted ball valve 11.7.2 Re-assembly procedure without gland 1. Ensure all parts are clean prior to assembly Construction: Two-piece or three-piece of the valve. Type: Support plate 2.
  • Page 20 KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 11.7.3 Exploded view Series N trunnion mounted ball valve without gland Construction: Three-piece Type: Support plate PARTLIST Item No. Part name Item No. Part name Body Adapter Cap screw (key-stem) Ball Drain plug / vent plug...
  • Page 21: Body Cavity Relief Operation

    KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 12 BODY CAVITY RELIEF OPERATION 13 GLAND PACKING ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE Single piston effect (SPE) - self relieving seats 1. In case of packing contain braided graphite, it When seats are under pressure in pipeline, shall be placed at bottom and top.
  • Page 22: Recommended Tightening Torques For Fasteners And Plugs

    KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 14 RECOMMENDED TIGHTENING TORQUES FOR FASTENERS AND PLUGS NOTES 1. Ensure that all the nuts/bolts are tightened to the torque values as specified in below Tables. 2. Torque values for carbon and low alloy steel material are for dry and non-lubricated fasteners.
  • Page 23: Service Of Valves With Api Monogram

    KTM VIRGO SERIES N TRUNNION MOUNTED BALL VALVES INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FOR IMPERIAL SERIES (Nm) Non-coated bolts / nuts Coated bolts / nuts Low resistance bolt / High resistance bolt / Low resistance bolt / High resistance bolt / stud material stud material stud material grade...
  • Page 24: Warranty

    © 2019, 2020 Emerson Electric Co. All rights reserved 08/20. KTM is a mark owned by one of the companies in the Emerson Automation Solutions business unit of Emerson Electric Co. The Emerson logo is a trademark and service mark of Emerson Electric Co. All other marks are the property of their prospective owners.

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