Asco 8210 series Installation and operating instructions

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Installation & Maintenance Instructions SERIES
Form No.V5411R4
2-WAY IN ERNAL PILO ED-OPERA ED SOLENOID VALVES 8210
NORMALLY CLOSED OPERA ION
3/4I and 1I NP - BRASS CONS RUC ION
8211
NOTICE: See separate solenoid installation and maintenance
instructions for information on: Wiring, Solenoid Temperature,
Cause of Improper Operation, Coil or Solenoid Replacement.
DESCRIPTION
Series 8210 valves are 2-way normally closed internal
pilot-operated solenoid valves designed for general service. Valves
are made of rugged forged brass. Series 8210 valves are provided
with a general purpose solenoid enclosure.
Series E 8210 and 8211 are the same as Series 8210 except they are
provided with an explosionproof or explosionproof/watertight
solenoid enclosure.
OPER TION
Normally Closed: Valve is closed when solenoid is de-energized;
open when energized.
NOTE: No minimum operating pressure differential required.
Manual Operator (optional feature)
Manual operator allows manual operation when desired or during an
electrical power outage.
SFor 3/4I NPT Valve Construction - To engage manual
operator (open valve), rotate stem clockwise as far as possible.
Valve will now be in the same position as when the solenoid is
energized. To disengage manual operator, rotate stem
counterclockwise as far as possible.
CAU ION: For valve to operate electrically, manual
operator must be fully disengaged (stem rotated fully
counterclockwise).
SFor 1I NPT Valve Construction - To engage manual operator
(open valve), push knobs upward and rotate one quarter turn.
Valve will now be in the same position as when the solenoid is
energized. To disengage manual operator, rotate manual
operator one quarter turn until the manual operator
disengages and returns to its original position.
CAU ION: For valve to operate electrically, manual
operator stem must be fully retracted.
INST LL TION
Check nameplate for correct catalog number, pressure, voltage,
frequency, and service. Never apply incompatible fluids or exceed
pressure rating of the valve. Installation and valve maintenance to be
performed by qualified personnel.
Future Service Considerations
Provision should be made for performing seat leakage, external
leakage, and operational tests on the valve with a nonhazardous,
noncombustible fluid after disassembly and reassembly.
Temperature Limitations
or maximum valve ambient and fluid temperatures, refer to chart
below. Check catalog number prefix and watt rating on nameplate.
Watt
Rating
AC/DC
Catalog
Number
Prefix
Coil
Class
Maximum
Ambient
emp.
Maximum
Fluid
emp.
15.4 None, DF
ForH
1 5
_
F(51 7
_
C)
AC
None,
DF
or HT
F
or
H
1
5_
F(
5
1
.7_
C)
16.1
None, KF,
SF or SC F 1 5_F(51.7_C)
16
.
1
AC HT, KH,
ST or SU H 140_F(60_C)
00
_
F(93
_
C)
0
AC
None, HB
or DP F or H 77_F( 5_C)
00_F(93_C)
0.1
None, KP,
SP or SD F 1 5_F(51.7_C)
0
.
1
AC HB, KB,
SS or SV H 140_F(60_C)
30.6
DC
HT H 77_F( 5_C) 77_F( 5_C)
Positioning
Valve must be mounted with solenoid vertical and upright.
Piping
Connect piping to valve according to markings on valve body. Apply
pipe compound sparingly to male pipe threads only. If applied to
valve threads, the compound may enter the valve and cause
operational difficulty. Avoid pipe strain by properly supporting and
aligning piping. When tightening the pipe, do not use valve or
solenoid as a lever. Locate wrenches applied to valve body or piping
as close as possible to connection point.
CAU ION: o protect the solenoid valve, install a strainer
or filter suitable for the service involved in the inlet side as
close to the valve as possible. Clean periodically depending
on service conditions. See ASCO Series 8600, 8601 and 8602
for strainers.
M INTEN NCE
WARNING: o prevent the possibility of death,
serious injury or property damage, turn off electrical
power, depressurize valve, and vent fluid to a safe area
before servicing the valve.
NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the valve from the pipeline for
repairs.

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Cleaning
All solenoid valves should be cleaned periodically. The time between
cleanings will vary depending on the medium and service conditions.
In general, if the voltage to the coil is correct, sluggish valve operation,
excessive noise or leakage will indicate that cleaning is required. In
the extreme case, faulty valve operation will occur and the valve may
fail to open or close. Clean strainer or filter when cleaning the valve.
Preventive Maintenance
SKeep the medium flowing through the valve as free from dirt and
foreign material as possible.
SWhile in service, the valve should be operated at least once a
month to insure proper opening and closing.
SDepending on the medium and service conditions, periodic
inspection of internal valve parts for damage or excessive wear is
recommended. Thoroughly clean all parts. If parts are worn or
damaged, install a complete ASCO Rebuild Kit.
Causes of Improper Operation
SIncorrect Pressure: Check valve pressure. Pressure to valve must
be within range specified on nameplate.
SExcessive Leakage: Disassemble valve and clean all parts. If parts
are worn or damaged, install a complete ASCO Rebuild Kit.
Valve Disassembly
1. Disassemble valve in an orderly fashion using exploded views
for identification and placement of parts. Refer to igure1 &
2 for AC construction; igure 3 for DC construction.
2. Remove solenoid enclosure. See separate instructions.
3. Unscrew solenoid base sub-assembly. or DC construction, a
special wrench is supplied in ASCO Rebuild Kit. or wrench
only, Order ASCO Wrench Kit No. K168146-001.
4. Remove bonnet screws, valve bonnet, bonnet gasket,
piston/core sub-assembly with core spring and body gasket
from valve body.
5. or normal maintenance, it is not necessary to remove or
disassemble the manual operator unless external leakage is
evident. If required, proceed a as follows:
SFor 3/4I NPT Valve Construction: Unscrew bonnet from valve
body and remove gasket. Remove stem pin, stem and stem gasket.
SFor 1I NPT Valve Construction: Unscrew stuffing box and
remove stuffing box gasket. Remove knob pin using a suitable
punch. Then remove knob, spring and stem from stuffing box.
6. All parts are now accessible for cleaning or replacement. If
parts are worn or damaged, install a complete ASCO Rebuild
Kit.
Valve Reassembly
1. Lubricate all gaskets with DOW CORNINGr 111 Compound
lubricant or an equivalent high-grade silicone grease.
2. Install body gasket in valve body and bonnet gasket in valve
bonnet.
3. Insert piston/core sub-assembly in valve bonnet. To prevent
damage, compress rider rings and piston ring when
preassembling piston/core sub-assembly in valve bonnet. Be
sure there is free movement of the piston/core sub-assembly.
4. When replacing bonnet with piston/core assembly
compressed inside of it, a flat steel rule (or similar flat tool)
may be used to retain the piston/core sub-assembly in the
valve bonnet while bonnet is engaged to the valve body.
5. Torque bonnet screws (4) in a crisscross manner to 110 ±10
in-lbs [12,4 ±1,1 Nm].
6. Replace core spring, for AC construction install wide end of
core spring in core first, closed end protruding from top of core.
or DC construction, install core spring with closed end of core
spring protruding from top of core.
7. Hand thread solenoid base sub-assembly into valve bonnet as
far as possible. Then torque solenoid base sub-assembly to
175 ± 25 in-lbs [19,8 ± 2,8 Nm]. or DC construction, the
solenoid base sub-assembly must be placed inside the housing
before assembling into the valve body. Before doing this, read
separate lubrication instructions in Solenoid Installation &
Maintenance Instructions.
8. or valves provided with a manual operator, reassemble in
reverse order of disassembly. Then torque bonnet or stuffing
box to 75 ± 10 in-lbs [8,5 ± 1,1 Nm].
9. Install solenoid. See separate instructions.
WARNING: o prevent the possibility of death,
serious injury or property damage, check valve for
proper operation before returning to service. Also
perform internal seat and external leakage tests with
a nonhazardous, noncombustible fluid.
10. Restore line pressure and electrical power supply to valve.
11. After maintenance is completed, operate the valve a few times
to be sure of proper operation. A metallic click signifies the
solenoid is operating.
ORDERING INFORM TION
FOR SCO REBUILD KITS
Parts marked with an asterisk (*) in the exploded view are supplied in
Rebuild Kits. When Ordering Rebuild Kits for ASCO valves, order
the Rebuild Kit number stamped on the valve nameplate. If the
number of the kit is not visible, order by indicating the number of kits
required, and the Catalog Number and Serial Number of the valve(s)
for which they are intended.
orque Chart
Part Name orque Value
Inch-Pounds
orque Value
Newton-Meters
Bonnet screws 110 ± 10 1 ,4 ± 1,1
Solenoid base
sub-assembly 175 ± 5 19,8 ± ,8
Bonnet or
Stuffing box 75 ± 10 8,5 ± 1,1

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Indicates Parts Supplied
In ASCO Rebuild Kits
gasket
pin
bonnet
stem gasket
stem
instruction tag
Manual Operator
valve body
solenoid base sub-assembly
valve body
bonnet gasket bonnet screw (4)
piston/core
sub-assembly
body gasket
valve bonnet and lockwasher
core spring
gasket
stem
Manual Operator
valve body
stuffing box
knob pin
knob
spring
valve body
body gasket
solenoid base
bonnet screw (4)
and lockwasher
valve bonnet
core spring
piston/core
sub-assembly
bonnet gasket
sub-assembly
Indicates Parts Supplied
In ASCO Rebuild Kits
(wide end in core first,
Figure 1. Series 8 10 valve without solenoid - 3/4I NPT - AC construction.
Figure 1. Series 8 10 valve without solenoid - 1I NPT - AC construction.
closed end protrudes
from top of core)
(wide end in core first,
closed end protrudes
from top of core)

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solenoid base
valve body
bonnet gasket
Indicates Parts Supplied
In ASCO Rebuild Kits
bonnet screw (4)
piston/core
sub-assembly
body gasket
valve bonnet
and lockwasher
core spring
(closed end protrudes
housing
wrenching flats 1/ I NPT conduit connection
milled flats
for wrenching
sub-assembly
from top of core)
Figure 3. Series 8 11/EF8 10 valve without solenoid - 3/4I NPT - DC construction.
Special wrench supplied
For wrench kit only
order No. K168146-001
in ASCO Rebuild Kit.