Summary of Contents for APV Flowturn SLSG Series
- Page 1 INSTALLATION, OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SIGHT GLASS SLSG SERIES www.australianpipelinevalve.com.au...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
SIGHT GLASSES - SLSG SERIES I N D E X Introduction Safety Information 1.0 Installation Installation positions Preparation for installation Post-installation procedures 2.0 Handling 3.0 Operation 4.0 Maintenance During Operation Leaking between sight glass body and sight glass cap 5.0 Disassembling Sight Glasses 6.0 Repair Repairing the leak at the body-cap joint &... -
Page 4: Introduction
RESPONSIBILITY FOR SIGHT GLASS APPLICATION The User is responsible for ordering the correct valves. The user is responsible for ensuring APV-Flowturn Valves are selected and installed in conformance with the current pressure rating and design temperature requirements. -
Page 5: Safety Information
This manual provides instructions for storing, general servicing, installation and removal of SLSG Series Sight Glasses. APV and it’s resellers refuse any liability for damage to people, property or plant as well as loss of production and loss of income under any circumstances but especially if caused by: Incorrect installation or utilisation of the valve or if the valve installed is not fit for intended purpose. - Page 6 Disconnect any operating line providing air pressure, control signals or electrical power to actuators. If a gasket seal is disturbed while removing or adjusting gasketed parts, APV recommends installing a new gasket while reassembling. A proper seal is required to ensure optimum operation.
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Page 7: Installation
SIGHT GLASSES - SLSG SERIES 1 . 0 I N S T A L L A T I O N Piping should be properly aligned and supported to reduce mechanical loading on the end connections. 1.1 INSTALLATION POSITIONS Sight valves fitted with flow indicators are uni-directional, the direction of flow will be indicated on the valve body. -
Page 8: Operation
SIGHT GLASSES - SLSG SERIES 6. If the leakage still persists change the bonnet gasket. Proper safety equipment and apparel should be worn when preparing to service the sight glass. 3 . 0 O P E R A T I O N The sight glass operation is automatic and requires no assistance. -
Page 9: Disassembling Sight Glasses
SIGHT GLASSES - SLSG SERIES Personal injury may result from sudden release of any process pressure. APV recommends the use of protective clothing, gloves and eye wear when performing any installation or maintenance. Isolate the sight glass from the system and relieve pressure prior to performing maintenance. -
Page 10: Reassembly
SIGHT GLASSES - SLSG SERIES 7 . 0 R E A S S E M B LY 1. Re-assemble in reverse order of disassembly. 2. Refer Appendix A for bonnet bolt re-tightening procedure and torques. 8 . 0 PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE Sight glasses require virtually no maintenance but ensure during normal functioning the flow indicator is not hammering or slamming. -
Page 11: Pressure Temperature Rating
SIGHT GLASSES - SLSG SERIES malfunction of the hinge pin. Where sight flow indicator travel is not sufficiently smooth, remove hinge pin. Fit a new hinge pin and indicator. 1 1 . 0 P R E S S U R E T E M P E R A T U R E R A T I N G Flange &... -
Page 12: Appendix A - Bolting Torque Sequence
SIGHT GLASSES - SLSG SERIES A P P E N D I X A DIAGRAM 1 Bolting torque sequence: 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5 – 6 – 7 - 8 Example only, number of bolts will vary, apply the same criss cross process, gradually tightening more after each revolution. BOLTING TORQUES Bolt in/lb... -
Page 13: Appendix B - Drawings Slsg Series
SIGHT GLASSES - SLSG SERIES SLSG SERIES - SCREWED ENDS Australian Pipeline Valve - Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual... - Page 14 SIGHT GLASSES - SLSG SERIES SLSG SERIES (15NB ~ 100NB) Australian Pipeline Valve - Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual...
- Page 15 SIGHT GLASSES - SLSG SERIES SLSG SERIES (125NB ~ 150NB) Australian Pipeline Valve - Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual...
- Page 16 SIGHT GLASSES - SLSG SERIES SLSG SERIES (200NB) Australian Pipeline Valve - Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual...
- Page 17 NOTES Australian Pipeline Valve - Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual...
- Page 18 NOTES Australian Pipeline Valve - Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual...
- Page 19 NOTES © Copyright Australian Pipeline Valve 1990 - 2021 Edition Catalogues, photos, brochures and technical publications are the exclusive property of Australian Pipeline Valve. Any unauthorised reproduction in total or in part, shall result in prosecution. Products and data sheets in this publication are subject to change at anytime without notice.
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