
FLOW-TEK SERIES 19 SEGMENTED BALL VALVE
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
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5.0
GENERAL INFORMATION
5.1
Use
The following instructions are designed to assist in the unpacking,
installation, operation, and maintenance as required for Bray
segmented ball control valves.
Product users and maintenance personnel should thoroughly
review this manual prior to installing, operating, or performing
any maintenance.
In most cases, Bray valves, actuators, and accessories are
designed for specific applications (e.g. with regard to medium,
pressure and temperature). For this reason, they should not
be used in other applications without first contacting the
manufacturer.
WARNING
Before installing the equipment, confirm that it is suitable for the
intended service. The identification tags describe the maximum
allowable service conditions for this product. Be sure that the
installation is protected by appropriate pressure control and
safety devices to ensure that acceptable limits are not exceeded.
5.2
Operation
Operation of the valve is done by turning the stem a quarter-turn
(90 degree turn). Clockwise to close, counter-clockwise to open.
CAUTION
Valves with actuators should be checked for actuator/valve
alignment. Misalignment will result in high operational torque,
and cause damage to valve stem and seals.
5.3
Applicability
The following instructions are applicable to the maintenance
and installation of Bray segmented ball control valves. These
instructions cannot claim to cover all details of all possible
product variations, nor can they provide information for every
possible example of installation, operation, or maintenance.
This means that the instructions normally include only the
directions to be followed by qualified personal using the product
for its defined purpose. If there are any uncertainties in this
respect, particularly in the event of missing product related
information, clarification must be obtained via the appropriate
Bray sales office.