Kaysafe Engineering Limited

2nd Floor, 12 Linkfield Corner, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 1BB

Telephone No. 01737 772210
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TEMPORARY STRAINERS

Installation, Operating and

Maintenance Manual
Document Number: IOM/TEMP/001

Issue: 01

Kaysafe Engineering Limited

2nd Floor, 12 Linkfield Corner, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 1BB
Telephone No. 01737 772210
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01737 771200

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Email address:
quality@kaysafe.co.uk

IMPORTANT
All information and recommendations contained in this manual are to the best of our knowledge correct. Since the
conditions of use are beyond our control, users must satisfy themselves that the equipment/products are installed
in process lines that are comparable with the design parameters for which the equipment/products were intended
as defined in the applicable purchase order.
Before installing the equipment it is important that this manual is read and that the relevant precautions stated
within are adhered to.

HEALTH & SAFETY AT WORK ACT

Kaysafe Engineering Limited assume that when the unit is to be installed in a hazardous service or
environment, operators and maintenance personnel will be adequately protected in accordance with the latest
governing legislation, including COSHH regulations.
The equipment has been designed and manufactured to provide safety and prevent risk to health when properly
used for the use intended. Because the manufacturer has no direct control over the method of operation, it is the
responsibility of the user to ensure that the equipment is operated in a safe manner and in accordance with the
procedures contained in this manual.

GENUINE KAYSAFE PARTS AND EQUIPMENT

It is our policy to manufacture our products to the high levels of integrity that is required by current legislation
applicable to the Health & Safety at Work Act. It is therefore imperative that all spare parts used are of genuine
Kaysafe manufacture. Kaysafe Engineering Limited undertakes no responsibility for alternative copies or
imitations without written consent.

PRODUCT WARRANTY
Should any after-delivery problems arise, please contact Kaysafes Customer Complaints office during normal
business hours. 01737 772210 or
e-mail: quality@kaysafe.co.uk

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CHANGE PRODUCT DESIGN AND PROPERTIES WITHOUT NOTICE.

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2nd Floor, 12 Linkfield Corner, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 1BB
Telephone No. 01737 772210
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION
1

TITLE

PAGE

INSTALLATION . 4
1-1 Unpacking
1-2 Installation

4
4

COMMISSIONING 4
2-1 Commissioning ...
2-2 Special Tools ..

4
5

OPERATION .. 5
3-1 Operation
3-2 Safety .
3-3 Training ..

5
5
5

MAINTENANCE 6
4-1 Maintenance
6
4-2 Recommended Cleaning Techniques ......
4-3 Recommended Torque Values 8
4-4 Fault Finding ...
9

5-1

Dimensional Data Sheet ..

LIST OF TABLES
TABLE
4-1
4-2

PAGE
Recommended Torque Values ...
Fault Finding Chart

8
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2nd Floor, 12 Linkfield Corner, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 1BB
Telephone No. 01737 772210
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SECTION 1
1-1

UNPACKING
All Kaysafe Engineering products are tested and inspected during manufacture and prior to shipment.
However, an inspection should be carried out at the time of unpacking to detect any possible damage that
may have occurred during shipment.

1-2

INSTALLATION
Temporary type Strainers are delivered completely assembled for fitting into the pipeline. The following
notes and checklist should be observed prior to installation:a) The strainer must be fitted in line with the flow direction in accordance with
The drawing requirements. If mesh is fitted it must be on inlet flow side.
b) Check adjoining pipework for cleanliness and obstructions.
c) When bolting up the pipeline flanges, ensure that the correct bolting and gaskets are used in
accordance with the size, type and rating of the relevant flange specification.
d) The fitting of a differential pressure gauge is recommended to monitor pressure differentials and to
indicate when the screen should be cleaned. These can be supplied and fitted upon request by
Kaysafe Engineering Ltd.

IMPORTANT NOTES
a) Ensure that the Strainer is in the correct orientation.
b) For flanged units, always tighten the flange bolting in a diagonal sequence gradually up to the torque
specified. Refer to Recommended Torque chart, page 11 of this manual.

SECTION 2
2-1

COMMISSIONING
Ensure that the strainer has been installed in accordance with section 1 of this manual.
For flanged units, check that the flange bolting has been adequately tightened to the correct torque. Refer
to Table 4-1 page 11 of this manual.
Seal off any drain and vent connections and return line process (utilising vents for dispelling air as
appropriate).
The pipline should be pressurised gradually up to approximately 50% of the normal working pressure.
Check flanges for leaks.
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Any detected leaks must be rectified accordingly.

Check any instrumentation where fitted in accordance with manufacturers instructions.
Upon satisfactory completion of all necessary checks, pressurise the strainer gradually up to full working
pressure and flowrate.
Re-check for leaks and rectify accordingly.
2-2

SPECIAL TOOLS
There are no special tools required for this equipment.

SECTION 3
3-1

OPERATION
Temporary Strainers are mechanical devices for removing solids and other contaminants from the
process fluid by means of a perforated plate/mesh screen. They are designed for system start up /
flushing of system and should be removed are start up unless agreed otherwise. If required for
permanent operation they should always be cleaned prior to exceeding the agreed differential pressure.
In general DP should not exceed 0.5 Bar, and cleaned at 0.3 Bar unless agreed otherwise.
Temporary Strainers are simple and have no moving parts, they do not require any operating procedure.

3-2

SAFETY
Kaysafe Engineering Limited assume that when the unit is to be installed or maintenance work is carried
out, particularly in hazardous services or environments, all operators/maintenance staff will be adequately
protected in accordance with the relevant governing legislation and codes of practice.
It is also assumed that the Health & Safety at Work Act is strictly adhered to.

3-3

TRAINING
No special training is required for this type of equipment, however, we recommend that all installation and
maintenance work be carried out by a skilled/qualified competent fitter.

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2nd Floor, 12 Linkfield Corner, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 1BB
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SECTION 4
4-1

MAINTENANCE
The only maintenance required for this type of equipment is to remove and clean the screen periodically,
which will depend largely upon the amount of contaminants in the process fluid. The cleaning interval can
be best determined from the installation of a differential pressure gauge or by operational experience and
scheduled maintenance periods. When removing the screen, the following procedure should be
observed: a) Before attempting any maintenance whatsoever, it is essential that the process line is depressurised
by either a by-pass system or by closing the inlet/outlet valves (if fitted) or by what ever means
necessary to ENSURE THAT THE PRESSURE AND FLOW HAVE BEEN SHUT-OFF AND THAT
THE PIPELINE IS DEPRESSURISED OF ANY INTERNAL PRESSURE OR VACUUM.

CAUTION!

OPENING A CLOSURE CAN BE A HAZARDOUS ACTIVITY. ALL PERSONNEL ENGAGED IN

THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS EQUIPMENT SHOULD READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
b) The strainer should then be vented off within strict safety precautions to reduce hazardous conditions
developing i.e. blow out, flashing etc. and drained of service via the drain connection (if fitted).
c) Slacken the bolting on the spool gradually using a suitable wrench whilst supporting the spool to
prevent over stressing of the flange interface joints. Remove the nuts/washers and retain for reassembly and then remove the cover.
d) The screen should be cleaned in a suitable medium compatible with the process fluid taking care not
to damage the screen during handling, refer page 10 of this manual. DO NOT bang or hammer the
screen as this may cause damage. Where compressed air is available, the contaminant may be
blown off the perforated plate/mesh by applying air to the outside of the strainer for 'In to out'
process flow and inside for 'Out to in' process flow. WHEN USING COMPRESSED AIR ALWAYS
WEAR THE APPROPRIATE SAFETY GLASSES/CLOTHING.
e) Coarse retention screens may be cleaned using a stainless steel wire brush.
f) Always inspect the screen for any damage or wear. Damaged screens should always be rectified or
replaced before re-assembly into the strainer.
g) Fit the screen into the pipeline and secure between flange faces.
h) When the screen in service is ready for cleaning, as indicated by an increased pressure drop across
the strainer, it should be removed and cleaned immediately. The flange gasket should be replaced.
Where conditions permit the bolt threads should be lubricated with a compatible lubricant.
NEVER USE OIL OR GREASE ON STRAINERS HANDLING OXYGEN!
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2nd Floor, 12 Linkfield Corner, Redhill, Surrey, RH1 1BB
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i)

Install the flange nuts/washers and hand-tighten. Ensure that covers fitted with drain connections are
re-fitted in the same orientation as originally fitted. In certain cases this may be shown by markings
on both the branch and cover flanges.

j)

Proceed to tighten the bolting in a diagonal sequence up to 30% of the final torque value; refer to
Table 4-1, page 11 of this manual.

k) Check that the mating flange faces are bearing uniformly, and then continue to tighten in a diagonal
sequence gradually until the final torque setting is achieved.
l)

Seal off any drain and vent connections and return line process (utilising vents for dispelling air as
appropriate), check for leaks and rectify accordingly.

m) Damaged or broken screens should always be replaced with the correct Kaysafe replacement
GENERAL NOTES
All gaskets and seals should be inspected upon installation and at regular scheduled maintenance
intervals. If there is any sign of damage or deterioration then they should be replaced.
All bolting should be checked periodically for tightness and re-tightened as necessary. Bolting should also
be kept lubricated to aid maintenance purposes.
Periodic inspections should be made to monitor corrosion and damage to the screen.

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RECOMMENDED TORQUE VALUES.

The values shown below are intended to assist the user of this manual in determining the correct value to
torque standard flange bolting. Due to the many standard flange specifications and bolting diameter, the
responsibility for assessing torque values that are not shown on the table below rest with the user.

TABLE 4-1 Recommended Torque Values

Bolt Material - High strength alloy steel bolting e.g. ASTM A193 B7
Bolt Stress The table below gives torque values required to achieve an average bolt stress equivalent to 50%
of the bolt Yield Stress.
(Care should be taken to select the correct coefficient of friction).

Bolt Size

Min.
Yield
(psi)

Lubrication / (Coefficient of friction )

Moly
(=0.06)

Copper
Nickel
(=0.10)
(=0.11)
Torque required lbf.ft (Nm)

Dry
(=0.20)

mm

In

13

105000

19

(26)

24

(33)

26

(35)

45

(61)

16

105000

52

(71)

79

(107)

85

(115)

146

(198)

19

105000

92

(125)

139

(188)

151

(205)

258

(350)

22

105000

146

(198)

223

(302)

242

(328)

415

(563)

25

105000

219

(297)

333

(451)

362

(491)

620

(841)

28

105000

331

(449)

508

(689)

553

(750)

953

(1292)

105000

459

(622)

710

(963)

773

(1048)

1338

(1814)

105000

616

(835)

959

(1300)

1044

(1415)

1816

(2462)

105000

804

(1090)

1258

(1706)

1372

(1860)

2393

(3245)

105000

1027

(1392)

1614

(2188)

1761

(2388)

3081

(4177)

105000

1288

(1746)

2031

(2754)

2216

(3004)

3888

(5217)

1592

(2158)

2519

(3415)

2751

(3730)

4836

(6557)

50

1 /8
2

105000
105000

1937

(2626)

3074

(4168)

3358

(4553)

5914

(8018)

56

105000

2766

(3750)

4411

(5980)

4822

(6538)

8521

(11553)

62

105000

3805

(5159)

6091

(8258)

6663

(9034)

11806

(16007)

69

95000

4602

(6239)

7392

(10022)

8089

(10967)

14367

(19479)

76

95000

5976

(8102)

9627

(13052)

10540

(14290)

18753

(25425)

32
35
38
41
44
47

/8
/8

1 /8
1
3

1 /8
1
5

1 /8
1
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FAULT FINDING.

TABLE 4-2 FAULT FINDING CHART

FAULT
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Leaking through flange joint Closure bolting loose.
connections.
Closure seal/gasket worn.
Closure seal/gasket joint
fouled with debris or foreign
matter.
Flange faces damaged.
Flanges not bearing uniformly
due to incorrect bolt tightening
sequence.
High pressure loss across Clogged strainer screen.
Strainer.
Process change i.e. increase
in flow-rate, viscosity, dirt
levels etc.
Decreased flow-rate.
Process fault.
Clogged strainer screen.
Pipeline blockage.
Major leak.
High dirt carry-over.
Damaged strainer screen.

CORRECTIVE ACTION
Re-tighten bolting.
Replace seal/gasket.
Clean joint.
Re-machine faces.
Slacken bolting and re-tighten
in correct sequence to
recommended torque.
Clean or replace screen.
Check process parameters
and adjust accordingly to
design data.
Check process.
Clean or replace screen.
Check pipeline.
Rectify leaks.
Replace screen.

SECTION 5
5-1

DIMENSIONAL DATA SHEET

A dimensional data sheet is available upon request. Please contact our Technical Sales
Department - Tel: +44 (0)1737 772210 or e-mail: sales@kaysafe

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