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PINCH VALVES
ASSEMBLY AND
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MAIN INSTRUCTIONS
FOR USE AND
MAINTENANCE

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  • Page 1 PINCH VALVES ASSEMBLY AND MAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 2 All the products described in this catalogue are manufactured according to TOREX S.p.A. Quality System procedures. ISO 9001-2015, guarantees that the entire produc- product quality standard. This publication cancels and replaces any previous edition and revision.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    04.24 INDEX TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION ........................1 1.1 Scope of the Manual .........................1 1.2 Symbols ............................2 1.3 Glossary and terminology .........................3 ................4 1.5 Request for assistance ........................4 1.6 Warranty ............................4 1.7 Exclusion of responsibility .........................5 2.0 INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY ....................6 2.1 General safety prescriptions ......................6 2.2 Safety prescriptions for transport and handling .................6...
  • Page 4 04.24 INDEX TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 7.0 INFORMATION REGARDING MAINTENANCE ..................24 7.1 Cleaning the valve ...........................24 8.0 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS .........................25 8.1 Safety recommendations for replacement ..................25 8.2 Assembling/disassembling the pinch valve ..................26 8.3 Returning the valve .........................32 8.4 Dismantling and disposal ........................32 9.0 INFORMATION REGARDING FAULTS ....................33 9.1 Trouble-shooting ..........................33 9.2 Check-list in case of fault ........................34...

  • Page 5: General Information

    The Manual, which is an integral part of the valve concerned, must be preserved throughout the life of the valve in a known easily accessible place, available for consultation whenever required. If the Manual is lost, damaged or becomes illegible, contact AIRMATIC for a copy specifying the serial number of the valve.

  • Page 6: Symbols

    04.24 1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 1.2 Symbols To highlight certain parts of the text, for purposes of safety, or to indicate important information, certain symbols are used, the meaning of which is described below. It is important to comply with and scrupulously follow the information highlighted by the symbols. Danger - Warning safety of persons.

  • Page 7: Glossary And Terminology

    04.24 1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 1.3 Glossary and terminology Operator: person appropriately trained and authorized by the Production Manager for setting up the valve concerned and carrying out routine maintenance. Installer: organization with specialized technicians and appropriate equipment for carrying out risk-free instal- lation and extraordinary maintenance.

  • Page 8: Request For Assistance

    A) Manufacturer’s name and address B) Machine model C) Max. operation pressure D) Max. closing pressure F) Serial number 1.5 Request for assistance For all technical assistance, contact AIRMATIC's service network. which could be useful for identifying the problem. 1.6 Warranty 4 of 35...

  • Page 9: Exclusion Of Responsibility

    04.24 1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 1.7 Exclusion of responsibility valid at the time of purchase. The Manufacturer shall not accept responsibility for safety of persons or objects and operation failure of the valve if the loading/unloading operations from trucks, transport, positioning at the site, use, repairs, mainte- nance etc.

  • Page 10: Information Regarding Safety

    04.24 2.0 INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 2.1 General safety prescriptions regarding safety. regulations and incorrect or improper use of tools and equipment. adequate preventive measures. The personnel trained for and authorized for the operations has to have the psychological/physical operations assigned to them.

  • Page 11: Safety Prescriptions For Installation

    04.24 2.0 INFORMATION REGARDING SAFETY TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 2.3 Safety prescriptions for installation ized persons. 2.4 Safety prescriptions for use and operation from those designed. accident prevention standards. It is strictly forbidden placing any improper load on the valve. 7 of 35...

  • Page 12: Safety Prescriptions For Maintenance And Replacement Of Components

    Issue: A1 2.5 Safety prescriptions for maintenance and replacement of components Danger - Warning accidentally. plan provided by AIRMATIC. Good maintenance apart from preserving the functional features and essential safety features over performance. ability and interchangeability have been undoubtedly established.

  • Page 13: Technical Information

    04.24 3.0 TECHNICAL INFORMATION TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 3.1 General description of the valve In the open position, the internal cross-section is identical to the diameter of the pipe connected, which pre- vents loss of pressure or turbulence during the passage of the material. 3.2 Main components CONFIGURATION: A COSTRUZIONE:...
  • Page 14 04.24 3.0 TECHNICAL INFORMATION TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 1 Range - Order code SLEEVE 0 Natural Rubber (Standard) 1 White Food Grade Natural Rubber Aluminium flange and bushings Aluminium flange and hardened bushings Aluminium flange and SS 304 bushings Flange (US standards) and aluminium bushings Aluminium threaded bushing SS304 threaded bushing Hardened threaded bushing...
  • Page 15 04.24 3.0 TECHNICAL INFORMATION TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 3.2.2 Accessories: Control Unit VMX The control unit VMX allows: - drive the opening / closing of the VM valve - adjust the control pressure - detect the presence of the control pressure on the valve Technical data and codes Control unit Operation...

  • Page 16: Operating Principle

    3.4 Improper use not permitted The standard VM Pinch Valves have NOT been designed to operate in hazardous conditions or with hazardous materials. If these conditions are met, it is compulsory to inform AIRMATIC. The materials considered being hazardous are the following:...
  • Page 17 04.24 3.0 TECHNICAL INFORMATION TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 Operating temperature Operating pressure Pi max. 3.5 bar max. 6 bar Differential from 2 bar to a 2.5 bar pressure 3.6.1 Air consumption VM PINCH VALVES - AIR CONSUMPTION CLOSING PRESSURE (bar) SIZE VM013 0.03 0.04...

  • Page 18: Environmental Operating Limits

    04.24 3.0 TECHNICAL INFORMATION TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 3.7 Environmental operating limits 0..+3.5 bar -10°C +80°C Tamb. -10°C +40°C max.6 bar Important The closing pressure Pc must not exceed 6 bar. CLOSING PRESSURE PC SLEEVE SIZE Pc (bar) Pc max (bar) Standard 13-200 Operating pressure Pi + 2.5...

  • Page 19: Overall Dimensions

    04.24 3.0 TECHNICAL INFORMATION TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 3.8 Overall dimensions CONFIGURATION: A CONFIGURATION: B CONFIGURATION: C COSTRUZIONE: A COSTRUZIONE: B COSTRUZIONE: C TYPE VM013 1/8" 1/2" VM020 1/8" 3/4" VM025 1/8" 1" VM032 1/8" 1+1/4" VM040 M 16 1/8" 1+1/2" VM050 M 16 1/4"...

  • Page 20: Safety And Information Signs

    04.24 3.0 TECHNICAL INFORMATION TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 3.9 Safety and information signs Danger - Warning their original position. 16 of 35...

  • Page 21: Information Regarding Handling And Transport

    04.24 4.0 INFORMATION REGARDING HANDLING AND TRANSPORT TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 Danger - Warning safety and the safety of others. load to be handled. TYPE OF PACKAGING: VM Pinch Valves are packed separately in cardboard boxes. Depending on the quan- PACKAGING: SIZE DIMENSIONS VM013...

  • Page 22: Reception Of Goods

    04.24 4.0 INFORMATION REGARDING HANDLING AND TRANSPORT TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 REMOVING THE PACKAGING: make sure the packaging is intact and shows no signs of damage. The un- packing operations require simply the removal of the shrink-wrap (if envisaged). DISPOSING OF THE PACKAGING: the installer is liable for the proper disposal of the packaging according to the legislation in force.

  • Page 23: Installation And Fixing

    04.24 5.0 INSTALLATION AND FIXING TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 5.1 Safety prescriptions for installation Danger - Warning persons involved in the operations and to those nearby. Important Install the machine so as to ensure it is protected from the direct action of atmospheric agents. The specialist technician, authorized by the installer or owner, must assess whether the area has been pre- pared correctly and whether the necessary installation equipment is available.
  • Page 24 04.24 5.0 INSTALLATION AND FIXING TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 Important tightening. 20 of 35...

  • Page 25: Electro-Pneumatic Connections

    04.24 5.0 INSTALLATION AND FIXING TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 5.3 Electro-pneumatic connections Danger - Warning Before carrying out the operation, read the general safety requirements and the shipping and handling Caution equipment. 5.3 Electrical connection of the control unit VMX ITEM DESCRIPTION Pressure gauge Pressure regulator...
  • Page 26 04.24 5.0 INSTALLATION AND FIXING TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 5.3.2 Pneumatic connections MECHANICAL The VM Pinch Valve must be provided with an air supply for the closing of the sleeve. CONTROL UNIT VMX Make sure to prearrange the compressed air supply from the mains line to the VMX control unit and from the latter to the VM pinch valve.

  • Page 27: Information Regarding Use

    04.24 6.0 INFORMATION REGARDING USE TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 6.1 Production Start-up Danger - Warning Before starting the valve up, the operator in charge has to ensure all safety devices are enabled and that the operation conditions are met. that connections to external mains were realized according to the following indications: 1) Read completely the INSTALLATION, USE AND OPERATION manual.

  • Page 28: Tor.vm.--.M.a1.0424.En Issue: A1

    04.24 7.0 INFORMATION REGARDING MAINTENANCE TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 Danger - Warning Before carrying out any maintenance activity, activate all the safety devices to ensure the safety of the persons involved in the operations and those nearby. Set the equipment concerned in safety condi- tion.

  • Page 29: Replacement Of Parts

    04.24 8.0 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 8.1 Safety recommendations for replacement Danger - Warning Before carrying out any operation, provide suitable safety measures and use the appropriate equip- Caution ranty that covers the machines provided. 25 of 35...

  • Page 30: Assembling/Disassembling The Pinch Valve

    04.24 8.0 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 8.2 Assembling/disassembling the pinch valves ing-ring and sleeve. 2) Fit the sleeve inside the valve body. In case it doesn't slip in easily, grease the inner side of the body with sili- cone grease.
  • Page 31 04.24 8.0 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 3) Place a shim below the sleeve. 4) Make sure the sleeve stays inside the valve body. 5) Place the sealing ring in the related seat of the bushing. 27 of 35...
  • Page 32 04.24 8.0 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 to damage the sealing ring. 7) Lubricate the outer side of the bushing using only sili- cone grease. in uniformly. 28 of 35...
  • Page 33 04.24 8.0 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 9) Use two centring pins (long screws) so that the holes in with the valve body. For larger valve sizes it is recommended to use a press or mechanical device to ease insertion. 29 of 35...
  • Page 34 04.24 8.0 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 holes; be reminded to replace the two long screws as centring pins with suitable fastening screws. 12) Repeat the steps 7, 8, 9, 10 11 for the opposite side of the valve. 13) Now the valve is completely assembled.
  • Page 35 04.24 8.0 REPLACEMENT OF PARTS TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 2) Using two tools side by side, remove the bushing from the sleeve, taking care not to damage it. 31 of 35...

  • Page 36: Returning The Valve

    Dismantling of the valve must be entrusted to personnel specialized in these activities and equipped with ad- equate skills. Dismantle the components of the valve concerned; if necessary contact AIRMATIC for further informa-tion. The components dismantled have to be separated on the basis of the nature of the materials of which they With reference to the WEEE Directives, electrical and electronic components, marked with a special symbol, erned by the laws concerning the matter.

  • Page 37: Information Regarding Faults

    04.24 9.0 INFORMATION REGARDING FAULTS TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 9.1 Trouble-shooting Minor problems can be solved without consulting a specialist. The following Table contains a list of the most common problems, the possible causes and possible remedies. Service Department. Danger - Warning PROBLEM SOLUTION Make sure the plant line is fed pressure...

  • Page 38: Check-List In Case Of Fault

    “Trouble-shooting” please contact the plant technician/installer/or AIRMATIC. If technical assistance is required, in addition to the valve data, the plant technician/installer or AIRMATIC will also need information concerning the plant in which the valve is installed, its installation and its working, Obviously many of the checking operations which are requested have already been performed in the various steps during installation, testing and start-up of the valve concerned.

  • Page 39: Aattachments

    04.24 A ATTACHMENTS TOR.VM.--.M.A1.0424.EN Issue: A1 A1 ATEX applicability Considerations on the Application of the ATEX Directive to the VM Series Pinch Valves R.E.S.S expressed by the Directive 2014/34/CE (based on the comparison with the harmonized standards), TOREX S.p.A. has found that the only ignition source potentially present in the internal (or process) zone of the valve is the electrostatic charge that the passage of the powdery material can cause.

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