• If any modification work is performed on the product by the owner, Dixon shall no longer be considered the manufacturer of the device. In such cases, all components must be subjected to a new certification process for any applicable certifications that the equipment holds.
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Safety Owner Must Ensure... • The product is used only as authorized. • The product is used only when it is in fault-free, fully functional condition and the safety equipment is regularly checked to ensure that it is fully functional. •...
Care of Stainless Steel The stainless steel components in Dixon Sanitary equipment are machined, welded, and assembled by skilled craftsmen using manufacturing methods that preserve the corrosion-resistant quality of the stainless steel. Retention of corrosion-resistant qualities under processing conditions requires regular attention to the precautions listed below. Examples of corrosion that can result from improper care are included below.
Technical Specifications Materials of Construction Technical Data • Product contact components (body & disc): 316L stainless steel • Non-product contact components: 304 stainless steel Sealing Materials • Product contact seals: EPDM, FKM, Silicone - NOTE: 6" valve only available with EPDM & Silicone, 8" only available with EPDM. EPDM and Silicone is USP VI rubber on valve sizes 1/2"...
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1106 1106 Equipment Serial Tags All Dixon butterfly valves with pneumatic or electric at the factory in Pewaukee, WI are supplied with a valve tag as standard. The tag ® includes the part number, serial number, and date of assembly. Fig. A below is an example of the tag provided.
The following should be performed upon receiving the product and prior to installation and use of the product. It is important that all the following processes and procedures are carefully followed and adhered to. Dixon is not responsible for any damage that occurs ®...
Installation and Start Up Function Testing • Check visually to ensure that the equipment is not leaking. • Any defective seal that could have been damaged during disassembly or assembly must be replaced. • Check all equipment components for any signs of damage and replace damaged components. •...
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Pneumatic Connections Air Requirements (In accordance with DIN/ISO 8573.1) Minimum air supply pressure to actuator 80 PSI (5.5 bar) Maximum supply pressure to actuator 100 PSI (6.9 bar) Air connection hose type 1/4" (6mm) flexible poly tubing Air fitting type 1/8"G swivel elbow Class 3 quality.
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Manual Handle Operation Operating Steps - Pull Handle Step 1: Pull handle toward yourself to unlock the handle from its current position. Step 2: Rotate the handle to the desired position. Step 3: Release the handle rod from step 1 and ensure that the handle plunger locks into one of the four holes machined on the handle hub.
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Cleaning IMPORTANT: Before operating the equipment during formal production, please follow the guidelines listed below to ensure that your equipment is clean and ready for service. • Ensure that equipment is installed in a proper orientation to allow the equipment to be cleaned and drained properly. •...
General Maintenance To ensure proper operation of your Dixon® equipment, proper maintenance must be performed at regular intervals. To prevent damage, check all fitting connections and screw connections for any loosening of the connections during equipment operation. Maintain adequate spare parts stock for all replacement components on the piece of equipment. Please refer to the repair kits section of the manual for complete component part numbers and kit part numbers.
General Maintenance Inspection Inspection of the components listed below should be done during regular servicing intervals. Before removing the equipment from the process line, please do the following: • Clean the process line completely to remove any product that may be harmful if contacting a person. •...
Please follow the instructions contained in this manual carefully and be sure to follow any safety warnings contained herein. If any questions should arise during the assembly or disassembly process that are not addressed in this manual, please feel free to contact Dixon Sanitary division at 800.789.1718. Assembly - Manual Valve Handles 1.
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Assembly - Vertical Canister Actuator For spring return actuators, turn the valve disc to the desired fail position. Press the position indicator (item 4) onto the coupler (item 5) so that the bottom of the indicator is flush with the bottom of the coupler.
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Assembly - BT-series Control Top (Burkert 8691) Remove the air fitting (item 21) from the top of the actuator. Do not discard the air fitting. DO NOT remove while under pressure. Remove the two hex head screws (item 16) and set aside - these will not be used again.
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Assembly - MT-Series Control Top (Burkert 8681) Remove the air fitting (item 21) from the top of the actuator. Do not discard the air fitting. DO NOT remove while under pressure. Remove the two hex head bolts (item 16) and set aside - these will not be used again.
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Disassembly - Manual Valves 1. Remove the bolt or set screw from the handle of the valve. 2. Remove the handle from the valve. 3. Remove the body bolts and nuts (item 1 & 7) from the valve body. 4. Separate the two valve bodies (item 2) from one another. 5.
® damage and improper operation, use only genuine replacement parts and kits offered by Dixon to maintain the integrity of the equipment. Make sure the parts are properly matched to their series, model, serial number, and revision level of the equipment.
Bill of Materials - Valves with Manual Handles Part Number Item Spare Description Material Part 1/2" 3/4" 1" 1-1/2" 2" body bolt M6x1x30 M8x1.25x30 18-8 body half B5107-HSG50 B5107-HSG75 B5107-HSG10 B5107-HSG15 B5107-HSG20 316L valve seat see repair kits disc B5107-DSC5010 B5107-DSC15 B5107-DSC20 316L lower bushing *...
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M8x1.25 Nylock 18-8 valve B5107_250_ B5107_300_ B5107_400_ indicator XB51-P-N Polyethylene 6" & 8" valves can only be coupler XB51-CPB-NB actuated using Dixon RP-BA ® actuator bolt M8x1.25x12 18-8 or RP-BS-series rack and pinion actuators actuator B5107-B300-400 bracket spring return VC1SR...
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Bill of Materials - Control Head and Mounting Bracket Item # Part Type Description Part # Spare Part Burkert 8691 top, 24 VDC, single acting, G1/8" air ports, BT-PS-24S-M12 contact free switches, Nema 4x, M12 8pin Burkert 8691 top, 24 VDC, double acting, G1/8" air ports, BT-PS-24D-M12 contact free switches, Nema 4X, M12 8pin Burkert 8691 top, 24 VDC, AS-I, single acting, G1/8"...
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Bill of Materials - Control Head and Mounting Bracket Item # Part Type Description Part # Spare Part Burkert 8681 top, 120VAC, 1 solenoid, cable gland MT-1B-N3 connections control head Burkert 8681 top, 120VAC, 2 solenoid, cable gland MT-2B-N3 connection adapter and top nitrile rubber O-ring (2.65mmx37.5mm) VC1-BA-OR3...
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Bill of Materials - External Proximity Sensors Quick Disconnect Style Sensor Hard Wired Style Sensor Item # Part Type Description Part # Spare Part M12 right angle female to pigtail, 4-pole, IP69K, FDA M12F-4P-69K-2M compliant, 6.5 ft long quick disconnect M12 right angle female to pigtail, 4-pole, IP69K, FDA M12F-4P-69K-3M cable...
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Bill of Materials - VC1-series Vertical Canister Actuator Item # Part Type Part # Material Spare Part retaining clip VC1-17 air filter VC-NR-AF actuator body VC1-1 body needle bearing VC1-8 see VC1-RK1 thrust bearing VC1-10 see VC1-RK1 drive O-ring VC1-11 EPDM see VC1-RK1 actuator drive...
Dimensions - Valve with Canister Actuator EXTERNAL PROXIMITY POSITION DETECTION BURKERT BURKERT CONTROL TOP CONTROL TOP (BT-Series) (MT-Series) NOTE: See Proximity, BT-Series, and MT-Series EPRG's for more information. Dimensions Valve Size A (in) B (in) C (in) D (in) E (in) F (in) G (in) H (in)
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Dimensions - Valve with Manual Handles Shown with Infinite Handle Shown with Trigger Handle Shown with Pull Handle Dimensions Valve Size A (in) B (in) C (in) D (in) E (in) 1/2" 3.5" 3.1" 4.9" 5.9" 4.6" 3/4" 3.5" 3.1" 4.9"...
B5107-Series Butterfly Valve - Part Number Key Seat Connection Connection Control Unit/ Finish B5107-Series Butterfly Valve Series Size * Actuation Material Feedback Options Part Number Key Example: B5107E050CC-A__ B5107 Series Code B5107 B5107 Seat Material Code EPDM Silicone EPDM/PTFE FKM/PTFE Silicone/PTFE Size Code...
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B5107-Series Butterfly Valve - Part Number Key B5107-Series Butterfly Valve Seat Connection Connection Control Unit/ Finish Series Size * Actuation Material Feedback Options Part Number Key Example: B5107E050CC-A__ B5107 Air to Air Linear Pneumatic Vertical Canister Air to Air Pneumatic Rack & Pinion SS Normally Closed Pneumatic Rack &...
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B5107-Series Part Number Key Seat Connection Connection Control Unit/ Finish B5107-Series Butterfly Valve Series Size * Actuation Material Feedback Options Part Number Key Example: B5107E050CC-A__ B5107 10-30 VDC 12mm External Prox, NPN, Open, (Qty 1), flying leads 10-30VDC 12mm External Prox, PNP, Open/Close, (Qty 2), M12 Quick Disconnect 10-30 VDC 12mm External Prox,...
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B5107-Series Butterfly Valve - Part Number Key Seat Connection Connection Control Unit/ Finish B5107-Series Butterfly Valve Series Size * Actuation Part Number Key Material Feedback Options Example: B5107E050CC-A__ B5107 Rotary Electropneumatic Positioner 4-20mA input, no Feedback Rotary Electropneumatic Positioner 4-20mA input, (2) SPDT Mech. Switches for Feedback Rotary Electropneumatic Positioner 4-20mA input, 4-20mA for Feedback...
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B5107-Series Butterfly Valve - Part Number Key Seat Connection Connection Control Unit/ Finish B5107-Series Butterfly Valve Series Size * Actuation Material Feedback Options Part Number Key Example: B5107E050CC-A__ B5107 Single Coil Solenoid, 24VDC + Option 20 Limit Switch+ Pre-wired Single Coil Solenoid, 24VAC + Option 19 Limit Switch+ Pre-wired Single Coil Solenoid, 24VAC + Option 20 Limit Switch+ Pre-wired...
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Suggested Action Valve seal is sticking to the Lubricate with food grade grease. disc and jamming. Excessive pressure on line. Check line for proper support and correct as necessary. Valve is not opening smoothly Confirm the supply pressure to the actuator is adequate. Actuator is not operating properly.
DIXON VALVE AND COUPLING COMPANY, LLC (herein called "Dixon") warrants the products described herein and manufactured by Dixon to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment by Dixon under normal use and service.
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