PED - Operating and Safety Instructions
Conservations Vents
WHESSOE
Storage / protection / selection
Storage
When valves are to be stored for some time
before being fitted, storage should be in the
original delivery crate with any waterproof
lining and/or desiccant remaining in place.
Storage should be off the ground in a clean,
dry indoor area. If the storage is for a period
exceeding six months the desiccant bags (if
supplied) should be changed at this interval.
Protection
Valves are delivered with protection according
to customers specification, or with the Quality
Assurance Manual, to protect the valve seats
and closure member from damage. Wrapping
and/or covers should be left in place until
immediately before fitting to the pipe.
Selection
Ensure the valves materials of construction
and pressure/temperature limits shown on the
identification plate are suitable for the process
fluid and conditions. If in doubt contact the
manufacturer.
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Before installation these instructions must be fully read
and understood
Safety precaution definitions
Caution
Damage to equipment may result if this precaution is disregarded. Please see individual product
type for detailed installation instructions before proceeding.
Warning
Direct injury to personnel or damage to equipment may result if this precaution is not followed
Note
This manual is issued for guidance only and does not effect our standard terms and conditions and
our Product Limited Warranty, all of which are available upon request
Maintenance
Relief valve must be isolated from tank pressure before servicing. All gases must be blocked and
pressure safely vented. Wear appropriate gloves and /or breathing apparatus if hazardous vapors
are present.
Installation
WARNING
Read this first safety precautions
Read & understand this instruction manual before installing, operating or performing
maintenance on Whessoe pressure/vacuum relief valve. Follow all precautions and warnings
noted herein when installing, operating or performing maintenance on this equipment.
1. Whessoe valves are NOT bi-directional and are therefore required to be installed in cohesion
with the direction of the flow. See individual product type for detailed installation instructions.
2. Remove protective covers from valve and end faces and any protection applied to the valve
stem (if applicable).
3. Valves are only suitable for fitting to horizontal or vertical pipelines
4. For flanged valves ensure mating flanges and gaskets are clean and undamaged.
5. Should there be any possibility of abrasive particles (weld, slag, sand etc) within the piping
system this could damage the valves seating areas. The system will need to be flushed clean.
6. Ensure mating pipe flanges are aligned correctly, bolting should be easily inserted through
mating flange holes.
Tighten the flange bolts in a diagonal pattern.
Operation & routine maintenance
!! Read all warning labels fitted to the valve before operation or maintenance !!
Scope
These instructions relate to manual and spring loaded valves. For individual product designs see
separate instructions.
Operation
See individual operating instructions
Routine Maintenance
Exposed, threaded, operating stems should have grease applied at regular intervals. Where other
routine maintenance is required, other than periodic inspection to ensure satisfactory operation
and sealing, please see individual product type. Any sign of leakage from the flange joint should be
addressed immediately by depressurising the valve and tightening the flange bolts gradually and
evenly. If no further adjustment is possible or hazardous leakage is suspected, the valve will require
a complete overhaul. This should be carried out after depressurisation and in accordance with the
relevant Whessoe Maintenance instruction*. Only Whessoe spares should be used.
Spare Parts
When spare parts are required, the customer should quote the valve size, serial number, the item
number and the material of the parts required. The valve size and serial number can be obtained
from the identification label. The item number and description can be obtained from the General
Arrangement drawing. Care should be taken to quote the correct material, as materials quoted are
for non-hazardous conditions.
* WEVDR-0008, -0009, -0011, -0016, -0020.
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