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EVT-Pro

Technical Manual

Version 1.0
Release date: 1-May-2012

Rev - 1.0 / Page 1 / 10/10/2012

The Next Generation Valve Testing Device for Pressure Relief Valves

Summary of Contents for EVT-Pro

Page 1: ...1 May 2012 ec ronic Valve GE Energy The Next Generation Valve Testing Device for Pressure and Safety ReUef Valves imagination at work Consolidated EVT Pro Rev 1 0 Page 1 10 10 2012 The Next Generatio...

Page 2: ...con will take the reader to the first page of the Table of Contents The Back Arrow will take the reader back one page The Forward Arrow will take the reader to the next page The Chart icon is found on...

Page 3: ...anges related to the test fixture Modifications to any software which will alter any setting critical to the accurate testing of the pressure relief valve Modifications to any seat areas of the EVT PR...

Page 4: ...n Responsibilities IN SITU PRV TESTING TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION Overview Explanation of graph Mathematics of In Situ PRV Testing EVT Pro Physics Influence of PRV Geometry on Accuracy Influence of Process...

Page 5: ...ith Electronics Hardware Assembly Hydraulic Electronic Cable Assembly Laptop Computer Explanation of Functional Effective Valve Seat Area Functional Effective Seat Areas Using the EVT Pro Software How...

Page 6: ...Graph Settings Category Settings Unit Settings Back up database settings Report Generator Miscellaneous Settings Calibration Requirements of EVT Pro EVT Pro Calibration Requirements EVT Pro Troublesh...

Page 7: ...NTENTS Page 4 ValvKeep IMPORT Valvkeep EXPORT Quick Reference Guide Flowchart Part Number Listing EVT Pro Marketing Presentation EVT Pro Fact Sheet EVT Pro Contacts at General Electric Rev 1 0 Page 7...

Page 8: ...AUTHORIZED USE AND RESPONSIBILITIES Rev 1 0 Page 8 10 10 2012...

Page 9: ...raining Department Prior to initial operation read this technical manual carefully Ensure all technicians operating the EVT Pro understand the functions and controls the hardware assembly and the comp...

Page 10: ...el when using the EVT Pro Thoroughly inspect the EVT Pro periodically during operation to ensure safe operation and accurate test results The EVT Pro system contains two batteries The average battery...

Page 11: ...drawings the minimum overhead clearance is 18 inches If an overhead obstruction is present check if the valve can be tested using the reduced height bracket kit Use caution when testing pressure relie...

Page 12: ...In Situ PRV Testing Technical Description Rev 1 0 Page 12 10 10 2012...

Page 13: ...esting hydraulic force is applied to the PRV spindle fractionally lifting the disc off the seat An installed force transducer records the hydraulic force necessary to lift the disc from the seat The E...

Page 14: ...1 GE Title or job number 9 18 2012 In Situ PRV Testing Technical Description Explanation of Graph Rev 1 0 Page 14 10 10 2012...

Page 15: ...Mathematics of In Situ PRV Testing Rev 1 0 Page 15 10 10 2012...

Page 16: ...y to accurately determine PRV set pressure during in situ testing relies on three known factors Hydraulic force generated by test equipment Inlet pressure resulting from process pressure Effective sea...

Page 17: ...Influence of PRV Geometry on Accuracy Rev 1 0 Page 17 10 10 2012...

Page 18: ...effective seat area of the PRV As indicated in Fig 2 the effective area is somewhere between the inner and outer diameter of the seat In order to accurately measure set pressure it is extremely import...

Page 19: ...test facility and are delivered with a certificate of calibration The accuracy of the force transducers is higher than 0 1 F S To maintain this high level of accuracy GE Energy Consolidated requires t...

Page 20: ...EVT Pro Parts Lists Drawings Bracket Tool Case Load Cell Sensor case Rev 1 0 Page 20 10 10 2012...

Page 21: ...of high grade aircraft aluminum low profile height is offered as an option Lift sensor Crossbrace Mounting Pin 2 Warning do not polish the inset bushing polish the mast instead Universal Locking Ring...

Page 22: ...l back on the male connector Cable is coated in heat RESISTANT neoprene It can withstand TEMPORARY Less than 5 seconds contact with surfaces up to 400 degrees F Male end goes to the pump Always connec...

Page 23: ...Number USB connection to Laptop Pump Adjustment NEVER adjust this It is set and sealed by the manufacturer Pump Restriction Adjustment EVT Pump Bleeding Procedure To clear an air bubble in the cable...

Page 24: ...ter FRONT BACK Rev 1 0 Page 24 10 10 2012 Main Power On Off P3 Wireless Toggle on off P1 GETAC Menu Mouse Pad Left Click Mouse Right Click Mouse Laptop Serial Speaker Connection Microphone input DB 15...

Page 25: ...e date 1 Sept 2012 EVT Pro GETAC Ruggedized Laptop Computer Left Side Right Side Rev 1 0 Page 25 10 10 2012 Lithium Ion Battery Hard Drive HDD Charger Connection USB Port 2 Modem Connection CAT 5 Conn...

Page 26: ...edized Laptop Computer Tablet Mode Rev 1 0 Page 26 10 10 2012 Virtual Keyboard Icon Virtual Keyboard in Tablet Mode The GETAC Laptop can be used as a Tablet Use in this manner is a personal preference...

Page 27: ...EVT Pro Software Program Rev 1 0 Page 27 10 10 2012...

Page 28: ...Power Up Screen Rev 1 0 Page 28 10 10 2012 Click Here to Open the Computer and go to the Desktop...

Page 29: ...29 10 10 2012 Adobe Reader need to print EVT Pro Reports Dresser Remote Support Click here to obtain a help desk code when connected to the internet EVT Pro Program Icon Click on this to open the EVT...

Page 30: ...and this pop up box appears When the laptop is connected to the internet a code will appear here E mail the code to the EVT Help Desk via the Training Department and they will contact the vendor Leave...

Page 31: ...ge 31 10 10 2012 1 Main Menu 2 Edit Database 3 Customer 4 Plants 5 Pressure Relief Valves 6 Valve Selection 6a Add Valve F1 6d Delete F8 6c Modify F3 6b Copy F2 6e Import From VK Required information...

Page 32: ...HE TEST GOOD Note 3 Yes 8 Click Next Test to Store the Test and Proceed to Next Test or Complete Certificate Next Test Complete Certificate 9 Complete Certificate No Click Start Over Test to Re Do the...

Page 33: ...s in the Laptop s Test Database Click This Button to View or Print Certificates Click This Button to enter the Options Menu Where all the Program Settings Can be Selected Click This Button to Enter Va...

Page 34: ...1 0 Page 34 10 10 2012 Step 1 Click this button to add or modify customers Step 2 Select this button to add or modify plants for a specific customer Step 3 Select this button to add or modify valves...

Page 35: ...information Only the customer name is required A Customer logo if added will appear here Select Here to add a customer logo from a file You will be asked to pinpoint the file location Creates a New Cu...

Page 36: ...Software Plants 1 Rev 1 0 Page 36 10 10 2012 List of customers will appear here Use the up down arrows or cursor to highlight a customer Once a customer has been highlighted click here to select that...

Page 37: ...ill appear here Enter Plant name here Free form text space so notes can be added such as first right after railroad tracks etc Click here to add a new plant Click here to copy plant data to a new plan...

Page 38: ...are Pressure Relief Valves 1 Rev 1 0 Page 38 10 10 2012 The Customer you selected will appear here If multiple locations exist for a customer select the desired location then click Select to go to the...

Page 39: ...cusor to highlight the desired valve or to add a valve click Add Valve F1 Search function to locate valves in the customer plant database Click here to add a PRV to the customer plant database Click...

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Page 41: ...cedures How to Import EVT Pro How to Import Valves Manual Export EVT to ValvKeep Manual Import ValvKeep to EVT Videos Must have active Internet connection EVT Pro Export for ValvKeep EVT Pro Import of...

Page 42: ...EVT Pro Software Start Test Rev 1 0 Page 42 10 10 2012 To enter the portion of the software menus which pertain to testing a valve click here...

Page 43: ...0 Page 43 10 10 2012 Select the desired customer plant and valve by pressing the Esc key to move between the customer plant and pressure relief valve boxes move the highlighted option up and down the...

Page 44: ...e Graphical representation of the selected cylinder s usage A rule of thumb is to select the cylinder with the most green showing This method will ensure the greatest accuracy The EVT Pro uses kilo ne...

Page 45: ...t missed Always verify that the battery status is showing an actual amount of charge If the red not connected is displayed check the pump battery Data is not recorded if the pump battery is drained or...

Page 46: ...cation Reseat Pressure click to display a representational best guess of the reseat pressure Actual reseat pressure cannot be measured without putting the valve into full lift Click here to store the...

Page 47: ...ight the desired customer and location Search by valve serial number List of saved valve test reports for the customer plant selected Allows a preview of the selected test report Sends the selected te...

Page 48: ...EVT Pro Software Options Page 1 Rev 1 0 Page 48 10 10 2012 The Options settings are password protected The password is 2204...

Page 49: ...his is the format for the valve test certificates Any changes will be applied to all non saved test reports The only option the operator may wish to use under this heading is toggle reseat pressure on...

Page 50: ...ge 1 of the EVT Pro Test Report Global Template Click here to view and edit Page 2 of the EVT Pro Test Report Global Template NOTE Changes made to the EVT Pro Test Report Global Template will be refle...

Page 51: ...pdf format To enable editing right click in the desired field to highlight Each field has two data boxes one is white and one is grey The white field is the Data label the grey is the actual data Whe...

Page 52: ...ted GTC logos can be added if in pdf format Each field has two data boxes one is white and one is grey The white field is the Data label the grey is the actual data When editing fields both the white...

Page 53: ...is greyed out for GE Energy valves Select area units Enter expected set pressure Enter the process or line pressure Force Overload Always use 10 so that the calculations will mirror the actual testing...

Page 54: ...ose of quality should be calibrated annually to certify results This is typical language used by any certifying body for ISO or other quality group such as NB or ASME As such it is recommended that th...

Page 55: ...EVT Pro Help Desk Rev 1 0 Page 55 10 10 2012 EVT Pro Help Desk Contact Information EVT Pro Training Information...

Page 56: ...EVT Pro Ordering and Marketing Documents Rev 1 0 Page 56 10 10 2012 EVT Pro Ordering Information EVT Pro Marketing Information EVT Pro Fact Sheet...

Page 57: ...ERATE THE EVT PRO IF SAFETY IS QUESTIONABLE GE Energy Consolidated is not responsible for damage or personal injury caused by failure to follow the instructions contained in this manual poor maintenan...

Page 58: ...THE END Rev 1 0 Page 58 10 10 2012...

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