Rego A8016DP Operating Instructions

ECII/RegO Products
Operating Instructions for A8016DP
Multipurpose Valve for Filling of Containers
Suitable for use on LP-Gas & Anhydrous Ammonia
Maximum Allowable Pressure 27 bar
Warning: Installation, usage and maintenance of this product must be in compliance with all Engineered
Controls International Inc. instructions as well all requirements and provisions of National, and Local
standards, codes, regulations, and laws.
Inspection and maintenance on a periodic basis is essential. Installation and maintenance should be performed
only by qualified personnel.
Be sure all instructions are read and understood before installation, operation and maintenance. These
instructions must be passed on to the end user of the valve.
Caution: Contact or inhalation of liquid propane, anhydrous ammonia, and their vapors can cause serious
injury and death! NH3 and LP-Gas must be released outdoors in air currents that will ensure dispersion to
prevent exposure to people and livestock. LP-gas must be kept far enough from open flame or other source if
ignition to prevent fire or explosion! LP-Gas is heavier than air and will not disperse or evaporate rapidly if
released in still air!
Installation:
1. Apply a pipe joint compound suitable for LP-Gas
(such as PTFE tape) to the male threads valve.
2. Before connecting to a container, inspect all taper
connections for foreign material. If any is found,
remove it.
3. Insert the valve into the container. Hand tighten.
4. With a suitable wrench turn two to three
wrenching turns beyond hand tight to create a
seal.
5. Follow all local and national codes and standards
for pressure testing and leak checking the
installation.
Operation: The A8016DP valves are designed
specifically for use as a manual filler valve on storage
and applicator containers. This valve incorporates an
integral excess flow valve.
1. Follow your company's established filling
procedures.
2. Wear eye protection.
3. Wear suitable gloves to prevent freeze burns.
4. Remove the protective cap from the ACME
connection. Connect filler hose to the ACME
connection, and turn clockwise until hand tight.
5. Ensure all threads engage smoothly and easily.
Do not hammer or force the valve.
6. Open hose end valve on filler hose first, then
open the A8016DBC valve.
7. When opening the valve, turn the hand-wheel
counterclockwise, and ensure that it is opened
fully (back-seat). Do not partially open the valve.
Observe the valve connections. There should be
no leak. If a leak develops, close the valve and
correct the problem.
8. After the filling process is complete, move the
valve to the fully closed position.
9. To close the valve, turn the hand-wheel
clockwise until it stops. This indicates that the
seat disc has contacted the seat.
10. Relieve pressure at the filler hose connection by
opening the vent valve, when supplied, on the
A8016DP valve. Ensure all pressure is bled prior
to uncoupling valve connections.
11. Uncouple the filler hose. Return the protective
cap.
Maintenance and Inspection:
Periodically check for:
1. Any signs of corrosion due to water, salt,
industrial pollutants, chemicals, and roadway
contaminants.
2. Any physical damage, which would prevent
proper sealing and usage or may cause product
failure under pressure.
3. Leaks in the valve bonnet area, body, and end
connections of the valve.
Keep all equipment clean, and replace damaged
equipment immediately.
Hazards:
•
The valve must be fully closed with the hand
wheel when not in use. The excess flow check
valve is not designed to be the primary seal.
•
Ensure the protective cap is in place when filler
valve is not in use. Do not allow foreign material
to enter the body of the valve.
•
When disconnecting from a filler valve, if the
venting of gas does not stop, foreign material
may be preventing the filler or hose end valve
from closing completely. Do not disconnect from
a filler valve before venting is complete.
•
ACME connections can wear over time and may
prevent a secure connection, inspect the threads
and replace couplings that have worn or damaged
threads.
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