INSTALLATION, OPERATION and
MAINTENANCE
Figure 922 Air Release Valves
INTRODUCTION
This manual will provide the information to
properly install, operate and maintain the valve
to ensure a long service life. The Air Release
Valve is ruggedly constructed to provide years of
trouble-free
operation
with
minimal
maintenance.
These Air Release Valves are not intended for
use with fluids containing suspended solids such
as wastewater and sewage. The GA Industries
Figure 925, 927 or 929 Air Release Valves are
recommended for such applications.
CAUTION
The valve is NOT recommended for use with
toxic fluids, fuels or fluids containing hazardous
gases
CAUTION
The valve will not function if used at a pressure
higher than the maximum working pressure
indicated on the nameplate.
The Shop Order (SO) Number, Figure Number,
size and pressure rating are stamped on a
nameplate attached to the valve. Please refer to
the SO number when ordering parts.
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION
The Air Release Valve is designed to
automatically vent air that has accumulated
within the valve. These valves are usually
installed at high points in the system where air
tends to collect. The valve as shipped is
”normally open” and will vent air through its
orifice at the top of the valve. The float rises
when water enters the valve and closes the
orifice. Air from the system accumulates in the
valve forcing the water level down until the float
drops and opens the venting orifice. As air is
released the water level rises lifting the float and
re-closing the valve.
This sequence occurs as often as necessary to
release air that has collected in the valve.
RECEIVING AND STORAGE
Inspect the valve upon receipt for damage
during shipment. Carefully unload all valves to
the ground without dropping.
The valves should remain in a clean, dry and
weather protected area until installed. For long
term storage (greater than 6 months) the rubber
surfaces of the seat should be coated with a
non-toxic lubricant such as "SuperLube" made
by Synco Chemical. Do not expose the rubber
parts to sunlight or ozone.
INSTALLATION
The Figure 922 is standard with NPT screwed
connections. An optional flange pipeline
connection is available on special order.
Consult the drawings of record to verify the
configuration supplied and installed.
The valve must be installed in an upright vertical
orientation, normally at a high point in the
system.
If installed outdoors, below ground in a vault or
in an unheated area, adequate freeze protection
must be provided. Some discharge of water
may occur during operation so the valve outlet
should be piped to an adequate drain.
An isolating valve should be installed between
the valve and the pipeline or system to facilitate
maintenance.
Carefully screw threaded end valves onto pipe
nipple using compatible thread sealant. Tighten
valve using wrench flats. DO NOT OVER-
TIGHTEN.
Flat-faced flanged valves should be mated with
flat-faced flanges and full-face gaskets. If ring
gaskets are used the bolt material shall be
ASTM A307 Grade B (or equivalent). Higher
strength bolting should only be used with full-
face gaskets.
