18. Use a large pipe wrench on the nozzle flange to
remove the nozzle from the base (Figure 25).
ATTENTION!
The nozzle is normally removed for
routine maintenance and service.
19. Remove the Nozzle from the Valve Base as
suggested in Figure 25, or by using a Hex wrench
or a pipe wrench on the flange as indicated in
Figure 26.
20. The Main valve is ready for cleaning, inspection
and refurbishing.
21. Discard all O-Rings, guide rings, and seals.
C. Cleaning
1. Clean parts to remove all rust, burrs, scale, organic
matter, and loose particles. Parts are to be free of
any oil or grease except for lubrication as specified
in this instruction.
2. Cleaning agents used shall be such that effective
cleaning is assured without injuring the surface
finishes or material properties of the part.
3. Acceptable cleaning agents include demineralized
water, nonphosphate detergent, acetone, and
isopropyl alcohol. Parts must be blown dry or
wiped dry after cleaning.
4. If you are using
cleaning solvents,
take precautions to
protect yourself from
potential danger from
breathing fumes,
chemical burns, or
explosion. See the
solvent’s Material
Safety Data Sheet
for safe handling
recommendations
and equipment.
5. Do not “sand blast”
internal parts as
it can reduce the
dimensions of the
parts.
Base
Nozzle
3 Jaw Chuck
Chuck Stand
8' (2.4 m)-10' (3 m)
Long Rod or
Heavy Pipe
Figure 25: Loosening the Nozzle from the Base
Base
Nozzle
Pipe Wrench
View From Top
View From Side
Figure 26: Removing the Nozzle from the Base
Follow
recommendations
for safe handling in
the solvent's Material
Safety Data Sheet
and observe safe
practices for any
cleaning method
XIII. Disassembly of the 2900 POSRV (Contd.)
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