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The following is a step by step narrated description of the A.R.I. air & vacuum valve installation, operation and maintenance processes. The K-010 air valve is designed for systems that operate within the pressure and temperature framework of the model's specifications table. Please consult A.R.I. for products designed for other hazardous liquids...
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IOM K-010 Disclaimer This document is an Installation, Operation and Maintenance (IOM) manual for A.R.I. Flow Control Accessories Ltd. (A.R.I.) products. The information enclosed herein contains restricted, privileged, proprietary and confidential information, intended only for usage by authorized A.R.I. technicians. If you are not a qualified technician, you must not take any action in reliance upon this document, unless otherwise permitted in writing by A.R.I.
IOM K-010 1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General A.R.I. products always operate as components in a larger system. It is essential for the system designers, installers, operators and maintenance personnel to comply with all the relevant safety standards. Installation, operation or maintenance of the product should be done only by qualified workers, technicians and/or...
IOM K-010 Installation Install the product according to the detailed Installation Instructions provided with it by A.R.I. and according to the description given in this manual. The user should install a manual Isolation Valve under the product's inlet port. In all installation sites, the user should enable good visibility and verify that the work and auxiliary equipment used are done in accordance with the relevant local authorized standards.
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IOM K-010 Before returning to regular operation Re-assemble any protection covers or protection mechanisms removed during service or maintenance operations. Make sure that all the tools, ladders, lifting devices, etc. used during the maintenance procedures are taken away from the product area and stored.
Leak From the Air/ Vacuum Orifice Dirt particles stuck on the orifice seal, Shut the isolating valve, wait a minute, orifice seat, or on the float. and open it again, very fast. If leaking continues, follow steps for: 5.1 Maintenance - K-010 Air/ Vacuum Valve...
IOM K-010 5. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Please note that the periodic maintenance of the air valve is an integral part of the proper pipeline maintenance regime; it should be maintained at least once a year in accordance with the quality and composition of the fluid in the system.
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IOM K-010 6. ASSEMBLY BOM TABLE AND DRAWING No. Part name QTY. Bolt, Nut & Washer Plug Orifice Seal Orifice Seat Float O-Ring Body Cover...
IOM D-020 8. A.R.I. LIMITED WARRANTY A.R.I. Standard International Warranty A.R.I. manufactured products are guaranteed to be free from defect in material and/or workmanship and to perform as advertised when properly installed, used and maintained in accordance with current instructions, written or verbal. Should any item prove defective within the time period set forth for that item(s), but in any case not later than within 5 (five) years of that product having left A.R.I.