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accordance with its designated use as described in section 2
“General” of this manual. The limits stated in the technical
literature must not be exceeded under any circumstances.
4 Transport and storage
The valves are delivered ready for operation, the obturator is
in
“closed” position and the line connection ports are closed
with suitable material (caps, plugs, covers).
4.1 Transport
Suitable precautions shall be taken to prevent damage
during transport
The valves must never be suspended by the
hand wheel or by the actuator, if any
For transporting large valves, ropes shall be attached to the
yoke arms or to the covers flange.
Valves with actuators shall be transported by means of ropes
attached to the connection ports and yoke arms, taking into
account the centre of gravity.
Use the lifting lugs provided
For the valve weights refer to the relevant manufacturer
product literature (type series booklet-->section 5.2, order
confirmation).
After delivery and prior to installation, check the valve for
potential damage acquired in transit.
4.2 Storage
Storage / interim storage of the valves must ensure that even
after a prolonged period of storage the valves function is not
impaired. The following requirements must be met:
-
Storage is performed with valve in the closed position (to
protect the seat / disc contact faces against damage)
-
Measure are taken to protect the valves against dirt,
humidity, frost and corrosion (e.g.by using foils or caps,
indoor storage)
5 Description / Related documents
5.1 Marking
The valves are marked in accordance with the Pressure
Equipment Directive 97/23/EC and the pertinent standards
on valve types/design, as well as TRD 110 (German Steam
Boiler Regulations) and TRB 801 No.45 (German Pressure
Vessel Regulations)
Marking includes as a minimum:
-
Manufacturer
-
Year of construction
-
Type or order No.
-
DN
-
PN or max. permissible pressure / temperature
-
Material
The CE marking on the valve means it is in conformity with
the European Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/34/EU
PN
DN
≤25
32
40
50
65
80
100
125
＞
150
10
N.A.
CE
16
25
40
5.2 Drawing / product literature
Caution
