Argus Ball Valve EK, FK and HK Operating Manual – BA1000 EN
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5.2 Preparing the Flange and Welded Installation ........................................................... 32
5.3 Installing the Argus Ball Valve via a Flange Connection ........................................... 33
5.4 Installing the Argus Ball Valve via a Welded Connection ......................................... 35
5.5 Installing/Aligning the Actuator .................................................................................... 37
6.1 Safety Messages .............................................................................................................. 38
6.2 Requirements for Commissioning ................................................................................. 39
6.3 Flushing and Pressure Testing of the Piping ................................................................. 39
6.4 Operating the Argus Ball Valve ..................................................................................... 39
7.1 Safety Messages .............................................................................................................. 42
7.2 Required Spare Parts for Maintenance ....................................................................... 43
7.3 Maintenance Schedule ................................................................................................. 43
8.1 Safety Messages .............................................................................................................. 44
8.2 Required Spare Parts for Repair Works ......................................................................... 44
8.3 Troubleshooting Table .................................................................................................... 45
8.4 Retightening the Stuffing Box Screws (if present) and Replacing the Seals ........... 45
8.5 Draining the Argus Ball Valve with the Drain Plug (if present) .................................. 47
8.6 Draining the Argus Ball Valve with the Safety Plug (if present) ................................ 48
8.7 Returning the Argus Ball Valve for Repair .................................................................... 50
9.1 Safety Messages .............................................................................................................. 51
9.2 Decommissioning and Disassembly of the Argus Ball Valve ..................................... 52