
ShearStream SB FCD VLENIM4152-01 07.09
Before installing the valve, ensure that
, that the pipe ends between which
the valve is to be installed are parallel and are correctly
aligned, and that the distance between the pipe ends
corresponds to the valve length, including gaskets.
valve could not be used for forcing together or aligning
as this will cause loads on the valve
and pipe which may lead to diffi cult damages during
Wrong installation Correct installation
nsure that the pipe ends align and have the correct distance
valves can be installed in any position
However, we recommend the direction of fl ow which
is shown by an arrow on the valve body. The sealing
performance of the valve is limited if the fl ow is in the
We also recommend that the valve is mounted with
the stem pointing vertically upwards when the valve is
installed in a horizontal run of pipe.
The pipes should be supported on each side of the
, in order to relieve the valve of loads and avoid
Locate the valve so that it will be easily accessible
inspection and service, particularly if the valve is equipped
with a pneumatic actuator and valve positioner.
Gaskets with sizes according to ANSI B16.5, Table E1
Figure E2, SS 359 or DIN 2690 are recommended.
Before starting up, fl ush the pipework - with all valves
in the open position - so that any impurities that may
damage the sealing surfaces of the valve and impede its
operation will be fl ushed away.
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