Installation & Operation Manual
Proven Quality since 1892
ECON ball valves Fig. 7422, 7442, 7522, 7542, 7622, 7642, 7722, 7742
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Rev.4
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Content
1. ERIKS operating companies
2. Product description
3. Requirements for maintenance staff
4. Transport and storage
5. Function
6. Application
7. Installation
8. Maintenance
9. Service and repair
10. Troubleshooting
11. Removal
1. ERIKS operating companies
ECON ball valves are being delivered by several ERIKS operating companies on a worldwide
basis. In this manual these will be referred to as ‘ERIKS’, the individual terms of delivery of the
ERIKS operating company having executed the order are applicable.
2. Product description
The ECON ball valves are designed according the information in our latest catalogue or see our
website
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and should be used in accordance with the applicable pressure-
temperature rating as stated on this website. Ball valves are provided with marking, according to
EN 19. The marking makes the identification of the valve easier and contains:
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size (inch)
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pressure rating class
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body material marking
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ECON logo
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heat numbers
3. Requirements for maintenance staff
The staff assigned to do assembly, operating and maintenance tasks should be qualified to carry
out such jobs and in any circumstance, ensure personal safety
4. Transport and storage
During transport and storage the valves should be protected against external forces, influence and
destruction of the painting layer as well. The purpose of the painting layer is to protect the valve
against rust, during transport and storage. The valves should be stored in an unpolluted space
and should also be protected against all atmospheric circumstances. There should be taken care
of the temperature and humidity in the room, in order to prevent condensate formation.
5. Function
ECON ball valves are designed to stop the flow of a medium. The valve is closed by turning the
lever clockwise; please don’t use tools to increase the torque on the lever.
6. Application
The ECON ball valves are used for industrial systems gasses and liquids. The valves are
designed for standard operating conditions. For the use of extreme conditions e.g. aggressive or
abrasive media, it is recommended to mention this at the ordering stage, to verify whether the
valve is suitable. The installation designer is responsible for the valve selection, suitable for the
working conditions. The valves are unsuitable, without written permission of an ERIKS company,
to apply for hazardous media as referred into Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008..
