5.1.5 REASSEMBLING THE VDCI-MC ACUATOR ASSEMBLY 6 VDCI-MC PARTS 6.1 PARTS FOR THE VDCI-MC PFA BREAKAWAY ACTUATOR SUB-ASSEMBLY: (seal kits page 30) To fit or remove [29] and [30], refer to the maintenance notice IT-TDFX-187 for box ACS.
MAINTENANCE NOTICE 1 CHANGE MANAGEMENT For VDCI-MC-PFA DN63-80 actuators. Use of pin 7142193(2) with cam 7142205(1) for all actuators from 01/05 to 04/05. From 05/05 use of pin 7142220(1) with cam 7142222(1). CHANGES INDEX DATE PAGE(S) INITIALS New version. May 2005 T.
MAINTENANCE NOTICE 2 SAFETY IMPORTANT INFORMATION Always read the maintenance notice before manipulating the valve Failure to observe these instructions can result in serious bodily injury or loss of life. DANGER ! This can also result in less serious injuries or damage to the equipment. CAUTION Electricity can result in serious bodily injury or loss of life.
IMPORTANT: This operation must be performed using a special tool ensuring that the necessary precautions are taken. (IMPORTANT: stressed spring) CAUTION NOTE: After carrying out any maintenance work on DEFINOX products it is essential that you check the correct function of the equipment concerned: tightness, pressure, etc… NOTE ! IMPORTANT: In the lower section of the valve, NEVER BLOCK or RESTRICT the flow from the LEAKAGE CHAMBER.
MAINTENANCE NOTICE 4 DISASSEMBLING THE VALVE Before starting the disassembly procedure, if the valve is fitted with a signalling box it may be necessary to detach the signalling unit from the actuator. DISMANTLING THE SIGNALLING BOX Dismantling without disconnection IMPORTANT: Before starting any work on the box, it is important to ensure that the air supply is closed and that the circuit is purged.
MAINTENANCE NOTICE BODY AND ISOLATION • Supply air to the main pneumatic actuator to relieve the upper clamp collar of the shear force from the spring. • If a signalling box is installed on the valve, use the box’s air circuit to manoeuvre the valve into an open position.
MAINTENANCE NOTICE DISASSEMBLING THE VDCI-MC PFA BREAKAWAY ACTUATOR: (to change the seals if required) • Disassemble the fastening screws [33] from the cover [32]. • Remove the breakaway piston [56] from the cover. • Remove the torque seals [31] [28] [35] [36].
MAINTENANCE NOTICE DISASSEMBLING LOWER PLUGS VDCI-MC MIXPROOF VALVES • Using a plug valve wrench [A] on the lower plug side [43], [51], or [86] and the holding wrench [B] on the plates on the actuator shaft side [1], unscrew the lower plug sub- assembly of the pneumatic actuator [53].
MAINTENANCE NOTICE DISASSEMBLING UPPER PLUG VDCI-MC PFA SP SP-C and PMO-C MIXPROOF VALVES • Unscrew the indexing screw [68]. • Unscrew the two fastening screws [60]. • Remove the clamp collar [61] from the lantern [11]. • Next, remove the upper plug [37] or [44].
MAINTENANCE NOTICE DISASSEMBLING THE MAIN PNEUMATIC ACTUATOR • Disassemble the air pipes [16] and [17] from the upper plug supply. • Position the actuator sub-assembly [53] on the press (see diagram below). • Ensure that the course of the press is adjusted to dimensions [A] and [B]. •...
MAINTENANCE NOTICE DISASSEMBLING THE LANTERN SUB-ASSEMBLY • Hold the clamp pin [10] with a drift punch [B] and the drift punch guide [C] held in a vice. • Unscrew the breakaway piston nut [7] using a plug valve wrench [A]. •...
MAINTENANCE NOTICE DISASSEMBLING THE SHAFT/PISTON SUB-ASSEMBLY • Release the set screw [4] on the nut [3]. • Unscrew the main piston [5] screw [3] using a plug valve wrench [A] and the holding wrench [B]. • Release the main piston [5] screw [3] and remove the valve actuator shaft [A]. SHAFT/PISTON DISASSEMBLY TOOLS Diameter DN 38 - 150...
5 REASSEMBLING VDCI-MC MIXPROOF VALVES REPLACING FAULTY COMPONENTS OR SEALS ON THE PLUGS 5.1.1 REPLACING PFA SEALS ON VDCI-MC PFA PLUGS IMPORTANT: It is essential that you disassemble the lower plug before replacing the PFA seal located on the upper plug.
MAINTENANCE NOTICE 5.1.2 REPLACING SEALS ON VDCI-MC SP SP-C & PMO-C PLUGS IMPORTANT: It is essential that you disassemble the lower plug before replacing the seals located on the upper plug. CAUTION • Before replacing faulty seals (see list of seals and kits at the end of the notice) grease the seals with a suitable lubricant.
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MAINTENANCE NOTICE • Assembling external seals [48bis] for harsh operating conditions. 48bis IT-TDFX-164 Number 15 Page 16/35 February 2013...
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MAINTENANCE NOTICE • Before replacing faulty seals on the lower plug (see list of seals and kits at the end of the notice). • Grease the seal [50] (with Molykote111 type grease). • Grease (type Molokyte111) the bridge [51] or [77] on the bearing surface of the seal [49] (to aid installation of the seal).
MAINTENANCE NOTICE 5.1.3 REASSEMBLING THE VDCI-MC SHAFT/PISTON ASSEMBLY • Remove the torque seals [24] [22] (if a replacement is required, see parts reference at the end of and grease the seals with grease (of the type 4025 H1 by QUINPLEX). this notice) •...
MAINTENANCE NOTICE 5.1.4 REASSEMBLING THE VDCI-MC LANTERN ASSEMBLY • Remove the torque seals [24] [22] (if a replacement is required, see parts reference at the end of and grease the seals with grease (of the type 4025 H1 by QUINPLEX). this notice) •...
MAINTENANCE NOTICE 5.1.5 REASSEMBLING THE VDCI-MC ACUATOR ASSEMBLY • Tighten the guides [A] and [B] on the shaft [1] (see table and diagram below). • Position the spring [26] on the body [2], reassemble the shaft/piston assembly on the spring [26], position in the spring assembly [23] and thread the lantern assembly on the guide [A] (see diagram below).
MAINTENANCE NOTICE 6 VDCI-MC PARTS PARTS FOR THE VDCI-MC PFA BREAKAWAY ACTUATOR SUB-ASSEMBLY: (seal kits page 30) To fit or remove [29] and [30], refer to the maintenance notice IT-TDFX-187 for box ACS. IT-TDFX-164 Number 15 Page 21/35 February 2013...
MAINTENANCE NOTICE PARTS FOR THE VDCI-MC ACTUATOR: (seal kits page 31) • Use reference 7142193* instead of 7142220* for the no. 1 shafts mounted on the PFA DN63-85 actuators marked with numbers 100 – 400. 25 24 IT-TDFX-164 Number 15 Page 22/35 February 2013...
MAINTENANCE NOTICE PARTS FOR PLUG SUB-ASSEMBLY VDCI-MC SP: (seal kits page 32) • Parts same for VDCI-SP excluding lower plug [51] which is replaced by [77]. IT-TDFX-164 Number 15 Page 24/35 February 2013...
MAINTENANCE NOTICE PARTS FOR DECTECTION OPTION PLUG OPEN VDCI-MC • Assembly with ACS linear sensor box. • Assembly with sealing system. IT-TDFX-164 Number 15 Page 27/35 February 2013...
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