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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING MANUAL
Series KNA/F, KNAP/F,
KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F
KNA-S/F, KNAP-S/F
Ball Valve to ASME
with ball/stem unit or Al
and Richter ENVIPACK universal packing,
full port
WARNING
All RICHTER products are designed and manufactured to the
highest standards of workmanship and design and, as of the
printing of this document, they meet all applicable industry
standards.
These valves are available with components of various
materials and should be used only as directed in the product
catalog. Installation and maintenance must be performed by
qualified personnel.
 Do not operate the valves beyond the stated pressure
and temperature ratings!
Misuse, improper installation and improper maintenance may
result in personal injury and/or property damage!
Use only valve components consistent with the performance
requirements and as directed in these instructions.
9520-080-en_USA Revision 15 Edition 07/2016
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-ball and stem
2
3
 Failure to heed these operating instructions may void the
warranty!
 If a valve exhibits any indication of leakage, do not
operate! Isolate the valve and either repair or replace
the valve.
Keep for future use!
This operating manual must be strictly observed before
transport, installation, operation and maintenance etc. in
order to avoid damage to persons or property.
Subject to change without notice.
Reproduction is generally permitted with indication of the
source and as long as the copyright notice is not obscured or
defaced.
Copyright © Richter Chemie-Technik GmbH

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  • Page 1  Failure to heed these operating instructions may void the warranty! All RICHTER products are designed and manufactured to the highest standards of workmanship and design and, as of the  If a valve exhibits any indication of leakage, do not...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 2 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, List of Contents List of Contents ..........2 8 Malfunctions ..........11 Relevant documents ......... 3 9 Maintenance ..........12 1 Technical data ..........3 9.1 Dismantling ball valve with ball/stem unit .. 12 9.1.1 Ball valve with lever ..........
  • Page 3: Relevant Documents

    D-47906 Kempen These tests are not object of the tests at Telephone: +49 (0) 2152 146-0 Richter and have to be arranged by order Fax: +49 (0) 2152 146-190 with Richter (e.g. point 3.3: High Pressure E-Mail: richter-info@idexcorp.com...
  • Page 4: Name Plate And Body Identification

    -ball stem  Rated pressure  Body material Options :  Manufacturer's identification  Richter ENVIPACK double packing  Melt number/Foundry identification for particularly high safety requirements, self-  Cast date adjusting. On request, monitoring and flushing connection. Mounting sleeve for ball/stem ...
  • Page 5: Tightening Torques

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 5 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, Tightening torques Ball/stem unit p in psi All screws greased, tighten in diametrically ≤ 45 max. adm opposite sequence! [inch] [in- [in- [in- [in- [in-lbs] The tightening torques for pipe screws and body lbs] lbs] lbs]...
  • Page 6: Pressure-Temperature-Diagram

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 6 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, Pressure-temperature-diagram When used in the area of application of ASME, the low temperature of ASTM A395 is limited to -20°F (-29°C). When used in the minus temperature range, the regulations applicable in the country in question must be observed.
  • Page 7: Notes On Safety

    Ball valves are on/off valves. diagram be exceeded. Richter ball valves are pressure containing compo- Failure to operate the valves within the operating nents in accordance with the Pressure Equipment parameters voids the warranty! Directive (PED) for the passage and shut-off of fluids.
  • Page 8: Safety Notes For Applications In Potentially Explosive Areas Based On The Directive 2014/34/Eu (Atex)

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 8 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, Safety notes for applications in potentially explosive areas based on the Directive 2014/34/EU (ATEX) The valves are intended for use in a potentially It is recommended to wait 1 hour before removing explosive area and are therefore subject to the the valve from the plant in order to permit the conformity assessment procedure of the directive...
  • Page 9: Safety Note For Valves, Certified To German Clean Air Act (Ta Luft)

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 9 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, Safety note for valves, certified to German Clean Air Act (TA Luft) Certificate / Manufacturer Declaration Validity is  Perform maintenance at regular intervals and dependent on the operating instructions being read check the screw connections relevant to leak- and observed.
  • Page 10: Installation

    The valve must be grounded. These are available as special accessories from the Richter product range. The simplest solution is to use tooth lock washers which are placed under one pipe bolt of each flange.
  • Page 11: Operation

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 11 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, Operation Initial commissioning  If the ball blocks, do not apply force as the ball stem unit/stem may break if the max. adm. torque is exceeded. Normally, the ball valves have been tested for leaks with air or water.
  • Page 12: Maintenance

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 12 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, Maintenance  All repair work is to be performed by qualified Assembly with ball/stem unit personnel using the appropriate tools. Generally recognised practice in mechanical engineering is  Prior to assembly all parts are to be cleaned and to be observed.
  • Page 13: Dismantling Ball Valve With Ball And Stem

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 13 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, Dismantling ball valve with Assembly ball valve with ball ball and stem and stem It is possible with a ball valve with ball and stem to  Prior to assembly all parts are to be cleaned and replace the seat rings and ball without dismantling the plastic-lined components checked for damage.
  • Page 14: Conversion From Lever To Actuator

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 14 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, Conversion from lever to  Check the fits of the coupling 804, bracket 510 and actuator 850. actuator  Mount bracket 510 with the opening at right angles to the direction of flow. ...
  • Page 15: Sectional Drawing Ball Valve With Ball/Stem Unit And Lever

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 15 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, 10.2 Sectional drawing ball valve with ball/stem unit and lever 10.2.1 Ball valve with ball/stem unit and lever ½" – 8"/6“ Holes of the flange and housing screws view turned 45° 9520-080-en_USA Revision 15 TM 9549...
  • Page 16: Ball Valve With Ball/Stem Unit And Worm Gear 8

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 16 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, 10.2.2 Ball valve with ball/stem unit and worm gear 8“ 9520-080-en_USA Revision 15 TM 9549 Edition 07/2016...
  • Page 17: Ball Valve With Ball/Stem Unit And Actuator

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 17 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, 10.2.3 Ball valve with ball/stem unit and actuator Holes of the flange- and housing screws view displaced by 45° 9520-080-en_USA Revision 15 TM 9549 Edition 07/2016...
  • Page 18: Ball Valve With Ball, Stem And Lever

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 18 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, 10.2.4 Ball valve with ball, stem and lever Holes of the flange- and housing screws view displaced by 45° 9520-080-en_USA Revision 15 TM 9549 Edition 07/2016...
  • Page 19: Sectional Drawing Ball Valve With Ball, Stem And Actuator

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 19 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, 10.2.5 Sectional drawing ball valve with ball, stem and actuator Holes of the flange- and housing screws view displaced by 45° 9520-080-en_USA Revision 15 TM 9549 Edition 07/2016...
  • Page 20: View And Section Ball Valve With Lever

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 20 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, 10.3 View and section ball valve with lever View Z Section B – B Tighten packing gland follower 503 until spring gland follower 502 is in contact without any gap 10.4 Sections ball valve with actuator Section A –...
  • Page 21: Dimensional Drawing

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 21 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, 10.5 Dimensional drawing 10.5.1 Ball valve with lever ½" – 8"/6“ KNA /F KNA-S/F KNA-D/F ½" ¾" 1" 1½" 2" 3" 4" 6" 8"/6“ 8“ inch 5.12 5.91 10.5 18.0 inch 2.32 2.95...
  • Page 22: Ball Valve With Gear 8

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 22 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, 10.5.2 Ball valve with gear 8“ 9520-080-en_USA Revision 15 TM 9549 Edition 07/2016...
  • Page 23: Ball Valve With Actuator

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 23 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, 10.5.3 Ball valve with actuator Dimensions H3, H4, L1, L2 and L3 vary depending on the actuator manufacturer 9520-080-en_USA Revision 15 TM 9549 Edition 07/2016...
  • Page 24: Flange Connection Dimensions

    Series KNA/F, KNAP/F, KNA-D/F, KNAP-D/F, Page 24 ASME KNA-S, KNAP-S, KNAP/F KNAP-S/F KNAP-D/F ½" ¾" 1" 1½" 2" 3" 4" 6" 8"/6“ 8“ inch 1.97 3.03 3.15 4.65 5.28 7.24 9.33 inch 2.36 2.36 3.15 3.94 inch 5.12 5.91 7.99 9.01 10.5 18.0...
  • Page 26 A Unit of IDX Corporation Herstellererklärung / Manufacturer´s Declaration TA-Luft / German Clean Air Act (TA-Luft) Richter Kugelhahn / Richter Ball Valve Hiermit erklären wir, dass die Kugelhähne der Baureihen Hereby we declare, that the ball valves of the series KN, KNR, KNA, KNAR, KNB, KNBR, KNA-S;...
  • Page 27 A Unit of IDEX Corporation Kempen, 1.03.2016 Declaration by the Manufacturer Functional Safety according to IEC 61508 We declare, that the devices KN, KNR, KNA, KNAR, KNP, KNRP, KNAP, KNARP are suitable for use in a safety related application, if the safety instructions and the fol- lowing parameters are observed: Device Type: Proof Test Interval:...
  • Page 28 Safety Information / Declaration of No Objection Concerning the Contamination of Richter-Pumps, -Valves and Components SCOPE AND PURPOSE Each entrepreneur (operator) carries the responsibility for the health and safety of his employees. This extends also to the personnel, who implements repairs with the operator or with the contractor.
  • Page 29 Fax : End user : A. Details of Richter-product: Failure description: Classification: Article number: Serial number: B. Condition of the Richter-product: Contamination : Was it in operation ? toxic Drained (product/operating supply item) ? caustic All openings hermetically locked! inflammable...
  • Page 30 Waste Management Law (AbfG) and the Water Resources Act (WHG) An inspection/repair of Richter products and parts will only take place, if the attached explanation is filled out correctly and completely by authorized and qualified technical personnel and is available.

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