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DeZURIK
VPB V-Port Ball Valves
D10324
Page 14
February 2016
Troubleshooting
Condition
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
Packing leaks.
Packing is loose.
Adjust packing gland.
Packing is worn.
Replace packing.
Valve leaks when fully closed.
Seat is worn.
Replace seat.
Valve leaks when fully closed,
and ball is galled.
Ball is worn or galled.
Replace ball and seat.
Valve body leaks from body
joint.
Pipeline flange bolting is loose.
Tighten pipeline flange bolts or
studs.
Gasket is worn.
Replace gasket(s).
Opening/closing torque is
excessive.
Bearings, shafts, ball, and/or
seat are worn.
Replace worn part(s).