5.
Threaded Ends
a. Check specification of threads on mating pipe.
b. Apply joint compound to the male end of joint only.
c. Use suitable sealing material.
d. Use wrench and apply force on the hexagon end of the valve only. Apply force to
other area of valve may seriously damage the valve.
e. Following installation, carry out leak and operating tests.
6. Install the Strainer in such a way that extensive stresses in any direction on the Strainer
are avoided.
7. Y-Strainers have no provision to accept gauges. Pressure gauges near the Strainer inlet
& outlet are required to determine differential pressure across the Strainer and cleaning
frequency.
8. Pressure gauges are essential for the safe operation of the Strainer and should be
installed using standard piping practices.
9. Always do leak test to the system before using.
Maintenance
1.
Removal of screen:
a. Check the piping system is completely depressurize and drained.
b. Remove the drain plug on the end cap.
c. Disassemble the coupling and end cap. Be prepared to support the screen when
removing the gasket and end cap.
d. Rinse the screen to remove any debris that has accumulated.
2.
Screen installation:
a. Align the angled end of the screen for proper insertion into the strainer body.
b. Insert the screen into the strainer body.
c. Install the end cap and the coupling.
User’s note:
1.
End-users have the responsibility to check the wall thickness in regular intervals due to
wear/ tear/ corrosion of the fluid in order to ensure the wall thickness is not below the
minimum safety thickness allowed in the standard.
2.
The most important thing is to keep off the injury to the personal and the damage to the
equipment.