Emerson Fisher POSI-SEAL A31A User manual

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Fisher™POSI‐SEAL™A31A Cryogenic High
Performance Butterfly Valve
Contents
Introduction 1.................................
Scope of Manual 1.............................
Specifications 2...............................
Description 2.................................
Installation 2..................................
Adjusting the Actuator Travel Stops or Travel 4.....
Valve Orientation 4............................
Preparing for Installation 4......................
Installing Wafer‐Style Valves 6...................
Installing Single‐Flange Valves 8.................
Maintenance 8.................................
Replacing Packing 9...........................
Removing the Valve from the Pipeline 10..........
Removing/Installing the Seal Ring 11.............
NOVEXtSeal Installation 12................
Kel‐F and Kel‐F/aluminum Seal Installation 13..
Anti‐Blowout Protection, Packing,
Valve Shaft(s), Disk, and Bearing
Maintenance 15...........................
Disassembly 16............................
Installing a One‐Piece Shaft 18...............
Installing a Two‐Piece Shaft 19...............
Installing the Gasket Retainer 21.............
Parts Ordering 22...............................
Parts List 22...................................
Figure 1. Fisher A31A Cryogenic Valve with
1035 Actuator
W7451 / IL
Introduction
Scope of Manual
This instruction manual provides installation, maintenance, and parts ordering information for the POSI‐SEAL A31A
Cryogenic high‐performance butterfly valves (see figure 1). The Series C (3‐ through 6‐inch Class 150 & 300 and 8‐inch
Class 150) feature a cast one‐piece extension. The 8‐inch Class 300, and 10‐ through 24‐inch Class 150 & 300 designs
have a two‐piece extension. For information regarding actuators and accessories, refer to separate instruction
manuals.
Do not install, operate, or maintain an A31A Cryogenic valve without being fully trained and qualified in valve,
actuator, and accessory installation, operation, and maintenance. To avoid personal injury or property damage, it is
important to carefully read, understand, and follow all of the contents of this manual, includingall safety cautions and
warnings. If you have any questions about these instructions, contact your Emerson sales office.
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Table 1. Specifications
Available Valve Configurations
JFlangeless, wafer‐style or Jsingle‐flange (lugged)
control valve with a one‐piece extension housing and
either NOVEX seal (standard), Kel‐F seal (optional) or
Kel‐F seal with Aluminum backup V‐ring (optional)
Valve Sizes
J3, J4, J6, J8, J10, J12, J14, J16, J18,
J20, or J24‐inch
End Connection Style
JFlangeless, wafer‐style or Jsingle flange valve
body designed to fit between raised‐face mating
flanges per ASME B16.5 Class 150 or 300
Maximum Inlet Pressure/Temperature(1)
Consistent with ANSI Class J150 and J300
pressure/temperature ratings per ASME B16.34,
except that 38_C (100_F) rating is applicable to
‐254_C (‐425_F). NOVEX seal maximum
pressure/temperature rating is the same as the valve
body. See figure 2 for rating of Kel‐F seal.
Valve Classification
Face‐to‐face dimensions are in compliance with MSS
SP68 and API 609 standards; valve bodies are
designed for installation between ASME B16.5 Class
150 or 300 raised‐face flanges
Materials of Construction
See Bulletin 21.1:Cryogenic‐Rotary
Installed Valve Orientation
See figure 3 for orientation guidelines
Available Actuators
J1035, JBettis Pneumatic or J1051/1052
Disk Rotation
Clockwise to close
1. The pressure/temperature limits in this manual, and any applicable code or standard limitation, should not be exceeded.
Description
The A31A Cryogenic Series C (3‐ through 6‐inch Class 150 & 300 and 8‐inch Class 150) High Performance Butterfly
Valve features either a double D drive shaft to allow direct coupling to the 1035 actuator or keyed shaft (optional). The
A31A Cryogenic is a reliable, high‐performance butterfly valve for cryogenic applications.
The A31A Cryogenic is available in either a flangeless (wafer) or a single‐flange (lugged) valve body style and a variety
of seals.
The standard seal for the A31A Cryogenic valve is the NOVEXtmetal seal which provides tight shutoff, low operating
torques and the ruggedness required for cryogenic service. Kel‐f and Kel‐f/aluminum seals are also available.
Installation
WARNING
Always wear protective gloves, clothing and eyewear when performing any installation operations to avoid injury.
To avoid personal injury or property damage resulting from the sudden release of pressure, do not install the valve
assembly where service conditions could exceed the limits given in this manual or on appropriate nameplates. Use
pressure‐relieving devices as required by government or accepted industry codes and good engineering practices.
Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional measures that must be taken to protect against process
media.
If installing into an existing application, also refer to the WARNING at the beginning of the Maintenance section in this
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CAUTION
Responsibility for the safety of process media and compatibility of valve materials rests solely with the purchaser and
end‐user. When ordered, the valve configuration and construction materials were selected to meet particular pressure,
pressure drop, temperature, and controlled fluid conditions. Because pressure drop and temperature range capabilities
limit some combinations of materials, do not apply any other conditions to the valves without first contacting your
Emerson sales office.
Before installation check the maximum allowable inlet pressures for A31A Cryogenic valves shown in figure 2 and the
Specifications table.
Figure 2. Maximum Pressure/Temperature Ratings
CLASS 150, KEL‐F SEAL CLASS 300, KEL‐F SEAL
C0759‐1 / IL
KEL‐F
A4132‐1 / IL A3715‐2 / IL

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Adjusting the Actuator Travel Stops
WARNING
The edges of a rotating valve disk have a shearing effect that may result in personal injury. To avoid personal injury, keep
clear of the disk edges when rotating the disk.
CAUTION
When using an actuator, the actuator travel stops or the actuator travel (for actuators without adjustable stops) must be
adjusted so that the disk stop in the valve body does not absorb the output of the actuator. Failure to limit actuator travel
as described in the next step can result in damage to the valve shaft or other valve parts.
1. Locate the actuator travel stop that establishes the closed position of the valve disk. When adjusting the travel stop
or travel, make sure that the disk is from 0.03 to 0.76 mm (0.001 to 0.030 inch) away from the internal stop in the
valve body. This adjustment is necessary to be certain that the actuator output torque is fully absorbed by the
actuator travel stop or by the actuator. The internal travel stop in the valve body should not absorb any of the
actuator torque.
2. Before installing the valve/actuator assembly in the process line, cycle the valve several times to be sure the valve
disk returns to the proper position.
Valve Orientation
Note
When the process flow is gas, install the valve with the shaft in the horizontal position.
When the process flow is liquid the valve should be installed at an incline above horizontal of at least 20 degrees, as shown in
figure 3. Inclined installation can enhance valve performance by preventing direct cryogenic liquid contact with the packing.
The A31A Cryogenic valve is designed for installation with the shaft(s) in any orientation around the pipeline:
horizontal, vertical, or at an intermediate angle. However, when installing the valve in cryogenic service, follow the
recommendations below, which are based on application experience:
D Installing the valve with the extension housing or bonnet four to six inches beyond the cold box (see figure 3)
provides space for slight boil‐off of cryogenic liquids.
D When installed with the extension stem inclined 20 degrees above horizontal, the vapor pocket resulting from
cryogenic liquid boil‐off prevents the colder liquid from contacting the stem packing area.
D Recommended installation for optimum seal performance of the NOVEX and Kel‐F seals is reverse flow (into the
back of the disk).
D A flow tag with an arrow is provided for proper installation.
Preparing for Installation
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the valve disk during installation, the valve must be in the fully‐closed position. If the A31A Cryogenic
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valve into the fully closed position. Then, take appropriate steps to ensure that the actuator does not cause the valve to
open during installation.
1. The A31A Cryogenic valve is normally shipped as part of an assembly with an actuator and other accessories. If the
valve and actuator have been purchased separately or if the actuator has been removed for maintenance, properly
mount the actuator and adjust valve/actuator travel and all travel stops before inserting the valve into the line.
Follow the instructions in this manual for Adjusting Travel stops. Also, refer to a separate actuator instruction manual
for detailed actuator mounting and adjustment procedures.
2. If not previously removed, remove the protective end covers from the valve and inspect the valve body to be certain
that it is free of foreign material. Also, be certain that adjacent pipelines are free of any foreign material, such as
pipe scale or welding slag that could damage the valve seating surfaces.
CAUTION
The A31A Cryogenic valve is designed for use with the appropriate piping schedule for the specified ANSI class. Minimum
inside diameters for flanges or pipe mating with valves are shown in tables 2 and 3. Be certain to align the valve accurately
to avoid contact between the disk and the flanges. Improper alignment or insufficient space for disk rotation could result in
damage to the disk.
Additionally, be certain that the valve body and any adjacent pipelines are free of foreign material, such as pipe scale or
welding slag that could damage the valve seating surfaces.
Table 2. Valve Body Data, Class 150
VALVE SIZE, INCHES
SHAFT DIAMETER AT
YOKE BEARING
FACE‐TO‐FACE DIMEN‐
SION(1)
MINIMUM
I.D.(2)
APPROXIMATE WEIGHT
Wafer Single Flange
mm Kilograms
3 16 47.6 71.4 12 16
4 19 54.0 93.7 21 22
6 25 57.2 147.6 24 28
8 25 63.5 196.9 34 40
10 32 71.4 254.0 57 67
12 38 81.0 298.5 74 93
14 30 92 330 87 120
16 32 102 378 133 182
18 38 114 429 170 231
20 44 127 470 210 302
24 57 154 575 326 455
Inches Pounds
3 5/8 1‐7/8 2.81 27 36
4 3/4 2‐1/8 3.69 46 48
6 1 2‐1/4 5.81 53 61
8 1 2‐1/2 7.75 75 89
10 1‐1/4 2‐13/16 10.00 125 148
12 1‐1/2 3‐3/16 11.75 164 206
14 1‐3/16 3‐5/8 13 191 265
16 1‐1/4 4 14‐7/8 294 401
18 1‐1/2 4‐1/2 16‐7/8 374 510
20 1‐3/4 5 18‐1/2 463 665
24 2‐1/4 6‐1/16 22‐5/8 719 1004
1. Face‐to‐face dimensions are in compliance with MSS SP68 and API 609 specifications.
2. Minimum I.D. is the minimum pipe or flange I.D. required for disk swing clearance.

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Table 3. Valve Body Data, Class 300
VALVE SIZE, INCHES
SHAFT DIAMETER AT
YOKE BEARING
FACE‐TO‐FACE DIMEN‐
SION(1)
MINIMUM
I.D.(2)
APPROXIMATE WEIGHT
Wafer Single Flange
mm Kilograms
3 16 47.6 71.4 12 16
4 19 54.0 93.7 21 24
6 25 57.2 146.1 24 28
8 32 73.0 186.2 47 52
10 38 85.3 230.1 80 100
12 44 94.1 281.7 103 135
14 44 117 305 142 249
16 44 133 349 213 325
18 57 149 391 259 434
20 70 159 442 401 582
24 70 181 523 512 863
Inches Pounds
3 5/8 1‐7/8 2.82 27 35
4 3/4 2‐1/8 3.69 46 52
6 1 2‐1/4 5.75 53 61
8 1‐1/4 2‐7/8 7.32 104 115
10 1‐1/2 3‐23/64 9.06 176 220
12 1‐3/4 3‐45/64 11.09 227 298
14 1‐3/4 4‐5/8 12 314 548
16 1‐3/4 5‐1/4 13‐3/4 470 716
18 2‐1/4 5‐7/8 15‐3/8 570 956
20 2‐3/4 6‐1/4 17‐13/32 884 1282
24 2‐3/4 7‐1/8 20‐19/32 1128 1903
1. Face‐to‐face dimensions are in compliance with MSS SP68 and API 609 specifications.
2. Minimum I.D. is the minimum pipe or flange I.D. required for disk swing clearance.
3. Select the appropriate gaskets for the application. Flat sheet, spiral wound, or other gasket types, made to ANSI
B16.5 group or user's standard, can be used on the valves depending on the service conditions of the application.
4. Refer to table 4 for the quantity and size of flange bolts required.
Installing Wafer‐Style Valves
WARNING
The edges of a rotating valve disk have a shearing effect that may result in personal injury. To avoid personal injury, keep
clear of the disk edges when rotating the disk.
1. See figure 3 for recommended valve orientation. See table 4 for flange bolt specifications. Install the lower flange
bolts first to form a cradle for the valve.

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Table 4. Hex Head Screw, Stud Bolt and Cap Screw Data(1)
VALVE SIZE, INCH NUMBER SIZE DIA. INCH & THREAD LENGTH, INCH
Class 150 Class 300 Class 150 Class 300 Class 150 Class 300
Wafer Style with Stud Bolts
3 4 8 5/8‐11 3/4‐10 5‐3/4 6
4 8 8 5/8‐11 3/4‐10 6 6‐1/2
6 8 12 3/4‐10 3/4‐10 6‐1/2 7‐1/2
8 8 12 3/4‐10 7/8‐9 7 9
10 12 16 7/8‐9 1‐8 8 10
12 12 16 7/8‐9 1‐1/8‐8 8‐1/2 11
14 12 16 1-8 1‐1/8-8 9‐1/2 12
16 16 16 1-8 1‐1/4-8 10 13‐1/2
18 16 20 1‐1/8-8 1‐1/4-8 11 13‐3/4
20 20 20 1‐1/8-8 1‐1/4-8 12 14‐1/2
24 20 20 1‐1/4-8 1‐1/2-8 14 16‐1/2
Wafer Style with Cap Screws
14 ‐ ‐ ‐ 8‐ ‐ ‐ 1‐1/8-8 ‐ ‐ ‐ 3‐1/2
16 ‐ ‐ ‐ 8‐ ‐ ‐ 1‐1/4-8 ‐ ‐ ‐ 3‐3/4
18 ‐ ‐ ‐ 8‐ ‐ ‐ 1‐1/4-8 ‐ ‐ ‐ 4
20 ‐ ‐ ‐ 8‐ ‐ ‐ 1‐1/4-8 ‐ ‐ ‐ 4
24 ‐ ‐ ‐ 8‐ ‐ ‐ 1‐1/2-8 ‐ ‐ ‐ 4‐1/2
Single Flange Style with Cap Screws
3 8 16 5/8‐11 3/4‐10 1‐7/8 2
4 16 16 5/8‐11 3/4‐10 2 2‐1/4
6 16 24 3/4‐10 3/4‐10 2 2‐1/2
8 16 24 3/4‐10 7/8‐9 2‐1/4 3
10 24 32 7/8‐9 1‐8 2‐1/2 3
12 24 32 7/8‐9 1‐1/8‐8 2‐3/4 3‐3/8
14 24 40 1-8 1‐1/8‐8 2‐3/4 3‐1/2
16 32 40 1-8 1‐1/4-8 3 3‐3/4
18 32 48 1‐1/8‐8 1‐1/4-8 3‐1/4 4
20 40 48 1‐1/8‐8 1‐1/4-8 3‐1/2 4
24 40 48 1‐1/4-8 1‐1/2-8 3‐1/2 4‐1/2
1. Thread engagement in accordance with ANSI B31.3 “Chemical Plant and Petroleum Refinery Piping”.
2. Properly orient the valve according to the specific application. For optimum performance, install the valve so that
the shaft will be on the high pressure side of the valve at shutoff (reverse flow). Install the valve and the gaskets
between the flanges into the cradle formed by the flange bolts.
3. Install the remaining flange bolts, making sure to center the gaskets on the gasket sealing surfaces of the flange
and valve body.
4. Tighten the flange bolts in an alternating criss‐cross fashion to a torque value of one‐fourth of the final bolting
torque. Repeat this procedure several times increasing the torque value each time by a fourth of the final desired
torque. When the final torque value has been applied, tighten each flange bolt again to allow for gasket
compression.
Note
The optional graphite ribbon packing and metal bearings are composed of all conductive material to electrically bond the shaft to
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5. For more information, refer to the Packing Maintenance section below.
Installing Single‐Flange Valves
WARNING
The edges of a rotating valve disk have a shearing effect that may result in personal injury. To avoid personal injury, keep
clear of the disk edges when rotating the disk.
1. See figure 3 for recommended valve orientation. See table 4 for hex head cap screw specifications.
2. Properly orient the valve according to the specific application. For optimum shutoff, install the valve for reverse
flow.
3. Position the valve between the flanges. Be sure to leave enough room for the flange gaskets. Install the lower flange
bolts.
4. Select the appropriate gaskets for the application. Flat sheet, spiral wound, or other gasket types, made to the ANSI
B16.5 group standard or user's standard, can be used on the valve depending on the service conditions of the
application. Install the gaskets and align the valve and the gaskets.
5. Install the remaining bolts.
6. Tighten the flange bolts in an alternating criss‐cross fashion to a torque value of one‐fourth of the final bolting
torque. Repeat this procedure several times increasing the torque value each time by a fourth of the final desired
torque. When you get to the final torque value, tighten each flange bolt again to allow for gasket compression.
Note
The optional graphite ribbon packing and metal bearings are composed of all conductive material to electrically bond the shaft to
the valve for hazardous area service, as opposed to the non‐conductive PTFE packing and bearings.
Maintenance
Valve parts are subject to normal wear and must be inspected and replaced as necessary. The frequency of inspection
and replacement depends upon the severity of service conditions.
WARNING
Avoid personal injury from sudden release of process pressure. Before performing any maintenance operations:
D Always wear protective gloves, clothing and eyewear when performing any maintenance operations to avoid personal
injury.
D Disconnect any operating lines providing air pressure, electric power, or a control signal to the actuator. Be sure the
actuator cannot suddenly open or close the valve.
D Use bypass valves or completely shut off the process to isolate the valve from process pressure. Relieve process pressure
on both sides of the valve. Drain the process media from either side of the valve.
D Vent the power actuator loading pressure and relieve any actuator spring precompression.
D Use lock‐out procedures to be sure that the above measures stay in effect while you work on the equipment.
D The valve packing box may contain process fluids that are pressurized even when the valve has been removed from the
pipeline. Process fluids may spray out under pressure when removing the packing hardware or packing rings, or when
loosening the packing box pipe plug.

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D Check with your process or safety engineer for any additional measures that must be taken to protect against process
media.
Figure 3. Properly Installed Cryogenic Valve
16B5084 / DOC
COLD BOX
TRANSITION
4” ‐ 8” MIN
20_MIN
Replacing Packing
The A31A Cryogenic valve is designed so the packing can be replaced without removing the valve from the process
pipeline, provided there is no internal pressure. Packing may be PTFE V‐rings or graphite.
Key numbers for the parts in this section may be found in figures 7 and 8.
CAUTION
Tighten the packing flange only enough to prevent shaft leakage. Excessive tightening will only accelerate wear of the
packing and could produce higher torques on the valve than expected.
Usually, packing leakage can be eliminated by merely tightening the hex nuts (key 15) located above the packing
flange while the valve is in the pipeline. However, if leakage continues, replace the packing.
CAUTION
Never use a wrench or pliers on the valve shaft. A damaged shaft could cut the packing and allow leakage.

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1. Before loosening any parts, isolate the valve from the line pressure, release pressure from both sides of the valve
body, and drain the process media from both sides of the valve.
2. Then, remove the hex nuts (key 18) and lift off the packing follower (key 11). The packing (key 13) is now
accessible. Refer to figure 6 for details of the blowout protection.
3. Use a packing extractor to remove the packing. Insert the corkscrew‐like end of the tool into the first piece of
packing and pull firmly to remove the packing. Repeat this process until all packing has been removed.
Note
For valves equipped with non‐metallic (PTFE composition) bearings, perform the following step to inspect and/or replace the
outboard bearing (key 10).
4. Using a formed hook or probe, carefully remove the packing ring (key 12) and inspect the outboard bearing (key
10) for excessive intrusion or wear. Outboard bearings are only found on the 3‐ through 12‐inch sizes. If necessary,
remove the bearing carefully using needle‐nose pliers and install a new bearing and existing packing ring using the
packing follower (key 11) as a driver.
CAUTION
Be careful when cleaning the packing box. Scratches to the shaft or inside diameter of packing bore might cause leakage.
5. Before installing new packing, clean the packing box.
6. Install new packing (key 13) one ring at a time, using the packing follower (key 11) as a driver. If using split‐ring
packing, stagger the splits in the rings to avoid creating a leak path.
7. Reinstall all parts. Tighten the packing follower nuts (key 18) as needed to stop leakage under operating conditions.
Removing the Valve from the Pipeline
1. Disconnect any operating lines providing air pressure, electric power, or a control signal to the actuator. Be sure the
actuator cannot suddenly open the valve. Vent the power actuator loading pressure.
2. Use bypass valves or completely shut off the process to isolate the valve from process pressure. Relieve process
pressure on both sides of the valve. Drain the process media from either side of the valve.
CAUTION
Damage to the valve disk, piping or pipe flanges can occur if the disk is not closed when the valve is being removed from
the pipeline. If necessary, stroke the actuator to place the disk in the closed position while removing the valve from the
pipeline.
3. Loosen the flange bolting that holds the valve. Make sure the valve cannot slip or twist while loosening and
removing the bolting.
4. Make certain the valve disk is closed and remove the valve from the pipeline. Support the valve properly and move
the valve to an appropriate work area.

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Removing/Installing the Seal Ring
Unless otherwise indicated, key numbers and part names are listed in figures 7 and 8.
Note
For valves large enough to be safely placed on a flat surface without tipping, it is possible to replace the seal ring (key 7) while the
actuator is mounted to the valve and can be accomplished by cycling the valve to 90 degrees open.
1. After removing the valve from the pipeline, remove the manual or power actuator. Manually rotate the drive shaft
(key 4) counterclockwise until the disk has moved a full 180 degrees away from the closed position.
2. Lay the valve flat on a work bench in a secure position with the retaining ring (key 2) and retaining ring screws (key
19) facing up. Properly secure the valve on a suitable worktable so it can not slip, twist, or fall during maintenance.
Remove all retaining ring screws.
3. Remove the retaining ring by placing a socket head retaining ring screw from the retaining ring in each of the two
retaining ring jacking screw holes. Slowly turn the screws until the retaining ring has been lifted from the valve
body. Remove the retaining ring to expose the seal ring in the T‐slot area of the valve body.
Note
The A31A Cryogenic valve is available with different seal designs and components. See figure 4 to identify the specific seal design.
CAUTION
To avoid possible leakage, be careful not to damage the gasket sealing surface, the seal ring, or the T‐slot area in the valve
body while performing the next two steps.
4. Remove and discard the retaining ring gasket (key 16). Be careful to not scratch the gasket seating surface.
5. Insert a regular screw driver or other similar tool under the top edge of the seal ring (key 7), and gently pry it out of
the T‐slot area in the valve body. Take care not to damage the seal ring or T‐slot area of the valve body. After the
seal ring has been removed, clean the T‐slot area, retaining ring, and, if required, polish the disk thoroughly with
fine steel wool or other appropriate material.

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Figure 4. Available Seal Configurations
KEL‐F / ALUM SEAL
16B5083 / DOC
BODY
GRAPHITE
GASKET
RETAINING
RING
SEAL
RING
VALVE DISK
HIGH PRESSURE
AT SHUTOFF
BODY
GRAPHITE
GASKET
RETAINING
RING
SEAL
RING
VALVE DISK
HIGH PRESSURE
AT SHUTOFF
BODY
GRAPHITE
GASKET
RETAINING
RING
SEAL
RING
VALVE DISK
HIGH PRESSURE
AT SHUTOFF
NOVEX SEAL KEL‐F SEAL
NOVEX Seal Installation
Unless otherwise indicated, key numbers and part names are listed in figures 7 and 8. Seal installation is shown in
figure 5.
A maintenance kit with installation tools is available through your Emerson sales office.
1. Locate the replacement seal ring (key 7) and note the shape of the ring. The ring is wider across one edge diameter
and narrower across the other edge diameter. Also, note the wide groove around the outside circumference.
Before installing the seal ring into the valve body, place the backup ring, if applicable, (key 8) into the wide, outer
groove of the seal ring.
2. Install the seal ring and backup ring assembly in the valve body. The wider outside diameter of the seal ring goes
into the T‐slot area of the valve body as shown in figure 5. Start the edge with the wider diameter into the T‐slot of
the valve body.
CAUTION
Use extreme care to avoid damaging the gasket while punching one initial screw hole through the gasket for alignment in
the following step.

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3. Once the seal ring and backup ring have been fully installed into the valve body T‐slot, the retaining ring gasket can
be installed. This gasket is a thin graphite material. Use extreme care to avoid damaging the gasket while punching
one initial screw hole through the gasket for alignment.
4. Install the retaining ring, and align the screw holes in the retaining ring with the holes in the valve body. Install the
first retaining ring screw through the punched hole in the retaining ring gasket. Install the other retaining ring
screws by pushing them through the graphite gasket and threading them into the valve body.
5. Tighten the retaining ring screws just enough to eliminate any movement of the retaining ring. Do not over‐tighten
the retaining ring screws.
WARNING
Avoid personal injury or property damage caused by the impact of a falling or tipping valve. Support large valves during
maintenance.
6. To complete this step, stand the valve up. Support the valve securely using methods appropriate for the valve size.
If a vise or other clamps are being used, make certain the flange gasket sealing area of the valve body is not
damaged.
7. Manually rotate the drive shaft (key 4) to turn the disk clockwise to meet the seal ring.
8. Place a piece of rubber, or other soft material, between the disk and internal travel stop to protect the disk. With a
rubber mallet, tap the disk until it contacts the internal travel stop. When the disk makes contact with the stop,
manually rotate the disk counterclockwise back out of the seal ring to a 90‐degree open position.
9. The final seating of the retaining ring screws can now be done. For the screw torque values, refer to table 5.
10. Repeat steps 8 and 9 two more times.
Note
When attaching the actuator to the valve, make sure the valve disk is not in contact with the internal travel stop. The valve disk
should be positioned from 0.03 to 0.76 mm (0.001 to 0.030 inch) away from the internal stop in the valve body.
CAUTION
When using an actuator, the actuator travel stops or the actuator travel (for actuators without adjustable stops) must be
adjusted so that the disk stop in the valve body does not absorb the output of the actuator. Failure to limit actuator travel
as described in the next step can result in damage to the valve shaft or other valve parts.
11. Use an appropriate tool (such as a feeler gauge) and position the disk from 0.03 to 0.76 mm (0.001 to 0.030 inch)
away from the internal stop in the valve body.
This adjustment is necessary to be certain that the actuator output torque is fully absorbed by the actuator travel
stop or by the actuator. The internal travel stop in the valve body should not absorb any of the actuator torque.
Kel‐F and Kel‐F/Aluminum Seal Installation
Unless otherwise indicated, key numbers and part names are listed in figures 7 and 8.
A maintenance kit with installation tools is available through your Emerson sales office.

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1. Locate the replacement seal ring (key 7) and note the shape of the ring. The ring is wider across one edge diameter
and narrower across the other edge diameter. Also, note the wide groove around the outside circumference. If an
aluminum backup ring (key 8) is provided, fit this over the back of the seal ring (matching seal and backup ring
angles) prior to installation in the valve.
Table 5. Torque Values for Fasteners
FASTENER NOMINAL SIZE RETAINING RING SCREWS GASKET RETAINING BOLTS
NSm InSlbs NSm InSlbs
#10 4.6 41 4.0 35
1/4 11 100 9.2 81
5/16 25 220 19 167
3/8 45 400 33 295
NSm ftSlbs NSm ftSlbs
7/16 72 53 53 39
1/2 112 83 80 59
9/16 161 119 117 86
5/8 225 166 161 119
3/4 401 296 286 210
7/8 651 480 447 330
1 976 720 651 480
1‐1/8 1356 1000 837 617
Note: These values are based upon standard materials, S66286/Inconel screws and ASTM A193GRB6 bolts. For other special fastener materials, please contact your Emerson sales office.
2. Install the seal ring, and if applicable back‐up ring, in the valve body by first placing the wider outside diameter of
the seal ring into the T‐slot area of the valve body as shown in figure 5.
Figure 5. Typical Seal Installation
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LARGEST OUTSIDE
DIAMETER (KEY 7)
3. Once the seal ring has been fully installed into the valve body T‐slot, the retaining ring gasket can be installed. This
gasket is a thin graphite material. Use extreme care to avoid damaging the gasket while punching one initial screw
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4. Install the retaining ring, and align the screw holes in the retaining ring with the holes in the valve body. Install the
first retaining ring screw through the punched hole in the retaining ring gasket. Install the other retaining ring
screws by pushing them through the graphite gasket and threading them into the valve body.
5. Tighten the retaining ring screws just enough to eliminate any movement of the retaining ring. Do not over‐tighten
the retaining ring screws.
WARNING
Avoid personal injury or property damage caused by the impact of a falling or tipping valve. Support large valves during
maintenance.
6. To complete this step, stand the valve up. Support the valve securely using methods appropriate for the valve size.
If a vise or other clamps are being used, make certain the flange gasket sealing area of the valve body is not
damaged.
7. Manually rotate the drive shaft (key 4) to turn the disk clockwise to meet the seal ring.
8. Place a piece of rubber, or other soft material, between the disk and internal travel stop to protect the disk. With a
rubber mallet, tap the disk until it contacts the internal travel stop. When the disk makes contact with the stop,
manually rotate the disk counterclockwise back out of the seal ring to a 90‐degree open position.
9. The final seating of the retaining ring screws can now be done. For the screw torque values, refer to table 5.
10. Repeat steps 7 and 8 two more times.
Note
When attaching the actuator to the valve, make sure the valve disk is not in contact with the internal travel stop. The valve disk
should be positioned from 0.03 to 0.76 mm (0.001 to 0.030 inch) away from the internal stop in the valve body.
CAUTION
When using an actuator, the actuator travel stops or the actuator travel (for actuators without adjustable stops) must be
adjusted so that the disk stop in the valve body does not absorb the output of the actuator. Failure to limit actuator travel
as described in the next step can result in damage to the valve shaft or other valve parts.
11. Use an appropriate tool (such as a feeler gauge) and position the disk from 0.03 to 0.76 mm (0.001 to 0.030 inch)
away from the internal stop in the valve body.
This adjustment is necessary to be certain that the actuator output torque is fully absorbed by the actuator travel stop
or by the actuator. The internal travel stop in the valve body should not absorb any of the actuator torque.
Anti‐Blowout Protection, Packing, Valve Shaft(s), Disk, and Bearing
Maintenance
Note
The 10‐ through 24‐inch Class 150 valves and 8‐ through 24‐inch Class 300 valves have a two‐piece shaft. The shaft with the
double D or keyed end is called the drive shaft.
The 3‐ through 8‐inch Class 150 valves and 3 through 6‐inch Class 300 valves have a one‐piece shaft.

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Figure 6. Anti‐Blowout Protection Detail
PACKING
FLANGE
ANTI‐BLOWOUT
FLANGE
SHAFT SHOULDER
SHAFT
HEX
NUT
STUD
PACKING
FOLLOWER
HEX
NUT
TYPICAL PTFE
V‐RING
PACKING
A7090 / IL
SHAFT
STUD
HEX NUT
PACKING
FOLLOWER
V‐RING PACKING
OUT'BD BEARING
PACKING
RING
ANTI‐BLOWOUT
SHAFT
SHOULDER
3‐ THROUGH 12‐INCH SIZES 14‐ THROUGH 24‐INCH SIZES
16B5082 / DOC
Disassembly
WARNING
The edges of a rotating valve disk (key 3) have a shearing effect that might result in personal injury. To avoid personal
injury, keep clear of the disk edges when rotating the disk.
CAUTION
When removing the actuator from the valve, do not use a hammer or similar tool to drive the lever off the valve shaft.
Driving the lever or actuator off the valve shaft could damage the valve internal parts.
If necessary, use a wheel puller to remove the lever or actuator from the valve shaft. It is okay to tap the wheel puller screw
lightly to loosen the lever or actuator, but hitting the screw with excessive force could also damage internal valve parts.
Never use a wrench or pliers on the drive shaft. A damaged shaft could cut the packing and allow leakage.
Unless otherwise indicated, key numbers and part names are listed in figures 7 and 8.
1. Remove the actuator and valve, as an assembly, from the pipeline, and then remove the actuator from the valve.
Note
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2. Secure the valve in an upright position. Rotate the disk (key 3) 180 degrees counterclockwise from the fully closed
position by manually turning the drive shaft.
3. Remove the Anti‐Blowout Protection (refer to figure 6). Remove the hex nuts and pull out the packing follower.
Note
Class 150 and 300 3‐ through 24‐inch valve sizes have a bearing stop pressed into the bearing bore of the valve body below the
extension housing.
Do not attempt to remove the bearing stop. If the bearing stop needs replacement, contact your Emerson sales office for more
information.
4. Remove the packing from around the drive shaft.
Note
Different valves require slightly different procedures because different valve sizes/ pressure classes have different methods of
connecting the disk and shaft(s). To identify the proper procedures, refer to the list below.
D Class 150, 3‐ through 8‐inch sizes: One‐piece shaft with 1 taper key.
D Class 150, 10‐ and 12‐inch sizes: Two‐piece shaft. 1 taper key in the drive shaft; 1 disk pin in the follower shaft.
D Class 300, 3‐ through 6‐inch sizes: One‐piece shaft with 1 taper key.
D Class 300, 8‐ and 10‐inch sizes: Two‐piece shaft. 1 taper key in the drive shaft; 1 disk pin in the follower shaft.
D Class 300, 12‐inch size: Two‐piece shaft with 2 tangential pins in the drive shaft; 1 disk pin in the follower shaft.
D Class 150 and 300, 14‐ through 24‐inch sizes: Two‐piece shaft with 2 tangential pins in the drive shaft; 1 disk pin in the
follower shaft.
5. Proceed as appropriate, using the following instructions.
For valves with taper key(s), locate the taper key(s) (key 6) which runs through the drive shaft boss on the back of the
valve disk. Using a pin punch on the smaller end of the key, drive it out of the disk and shaft. Driving a taper key in the
wrong direction will tighten it.
Note
Certain valve sizes may have a taper key that is arc spot welded in place. To remove the key, use a punch on the smaller end of the
taper key and drive it out of the disk and shaft, breaking the weld.
For valves with tangential pins and/or disk pins, locate the tangential pins (key 6) in the drive shaft (key 4) and the disk
pin (key 6) in the follower shaft (key 5).
a. If a maintenance kit is available, use the pin extractor to remove the disk pins. Select the correct size pin extractor
tip with screws of proper thread size to match the thread size in the disk pins. If a maintenance kit is not
available, see steps c and d below.
b. Screw the pin extractor tip into the pin as far as possible. With an upward, straight sliding motion, pull out the
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c. Use a threaded rod with an appropriate spacer and nut as an extractor tool. If using a threaded rod, choose a rod
with threads that fit the inside thread of the pins. The rod should extend several inches above the disk when it is
screwed into a pin.
d. After screwing the rod into the pin, slide the spacer over the rod and pin. Thread the nut onto the rod and tighten
it. As the nut is tightened, the nut will drive the spacer against the disk. The increasing force will draw the pin
from the disk.
6. Valves with a two‐piece shaft have a gasket retainer and gasket (keys 14 and 15) on the follower shaft side of the
valve. Remove the hex head bolts and lockwashers (keys 21 and 20) from the gasket retainer and remove the gasket
retainer and gasket to expose the end of the follower shaft.
7. Support the valve disk properly, and remove the follower shaft. Pull the follower shaft from the valve body. Use a
shaft extractor screwed into the puller hole in the end of the follower shaft.
8. Support the valve disk properly, and remove the drive shaft. Pull out the drive shaft (key 4) by hand‐pulling or by
using a shaft extractor screwed into the end of the shaft. Keep the packing box ring (key 12) which will come out
with the drive shaft.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the disk, seal ring, and T‐slot area, do not force the disk past the seal or T‐slot area. Remove the disk
from the opposite side of the valve body.
9. After removing the shaft(s), remove the disk and the thrust bearings (key 28). Do not force the disk past the seal
ring or T‐slot area.
10. Remove the journal bearings (key 9). Using a suitable punch or puller, drive or pull the journal bearing(s) into the
valve body bore from the drive shaft bearing bore. Do not attempt to remove the bearing stop. Remove the journal
bearing from the follower shaft bearing bore. Also, remove the outboard bearing from the extension housing (if
applicable).
11. Inspect the valve body bore, bearings, bearing bores and packing box for damage.
Installing a One‐Piece Shaft
Unless otherwise indicated, key numbers and part names are listed in figures 7 and 8.
1. Secure the valve in an upright position. Allow for easy access to the valve body bore. Allow for easy access to the
drive shaft bearing bore.
2. Inspect all parts removed from the valve for wear or damage. Replace any worn or damaged parts. Clean the valve
body and all parts to be installed with an appropriate solvent or degreaser.
CAUTION
Premature valve failure and loss of process control may result if bearings are improperly installed or are damaged during
installation.
3. Using caution to prevent damage to the bearing, insert one journal bearing (key 9) from the valve body bore into
the drive shaft bearing bore until it hits the bearing stop. When properly installed, a portion of the journal bearing
will extend into the valve body bore.
4. Insert one journal bearing from the valve body bore into the shaft bearing bore opposite the journal bearing
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5. Insert the outboard journal bearing (key 10) into the bore on top of the extension housing.
6. Install the valve disk by placing the disk into the valve body bore so the curved side of the disk passes through the
end of the valve body that does not contain the T‐slot. Align the shaft bore in the disk with the bearing bores.
7. Insert the drive shaft end opposite the double D or keyed end into the valve body through the packing box. Push the
shaft through the bearing stop. Taking care not to dislodge the journal bearing, push the shaft through the journal
bearing and the valve disk and into the bore on the opposite side of the valve body.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the taper key, tangential pins, disk pins, valve disk, or shaft(s) resulting from the application of
excessive force, use appropriate care when driving the key or pins into the disk hub and shaft(s). Use the right tool. Do not
use excessive force.
8. Be sure the taper key disk shaft joint is free of oil or grease. If necessary, remove any excess welding material from
the taper key.
9. Align the taper key hole in the shaft with the holes in the shaft boss on the disk. Insert the taper key. Use a flat‐end
punch to drive the taper key until solid contact is felt. Measure the depth of the taper key head for a reference
during the following steps.
a. Drive the taper key in farther as follows:
Valve Size, Inches Minimum Depth to Drive Taper key
After Initial Solid Contact, mm (Inches)
ANSI Class 150 and 300, size 3, 4, 6‐inch valves,
and 8‐inch ANSI Class 150 valves 5 (0.188)
b. The disk, shaft, and taper key assembly must be inspected to verify that the taper key spans the entire shaft flat
width. If so, this procedure is complete. If not, the taper key must be driven in farther until this condition is
satisfied. However, do not exceed the following depth limits:
Valve Size, Inches Maximum Allowable Depth to Drive Taper key
After Initial Solid Contact, mm (Inches)
3, and 4‐inch ANSI Class 150/300 7 (0.281)
6‐inch ANSI Class 300, and 8‐inch ANSI Class 150 8 (0.312)
10. After driving the taper key in place, arc spot weld the head of the taper key to the disk. For valve sizes 3‐, 4‐, and
6‐inch, use an arc spot weld bead of 1/8‐inch diameter. For valve sizes 8‐, 10‐, and 12‐inch sizes, use an arc spot
weld bead of 3/16‐inch diameter.
11. Install the packing as described in the Packing Replacement section.
Installing a Two‐Piece Shaft
Unless otherwise indicated, key numbers and part names are listed in figures 7 and 8.
1. Secure the valve in an upright position. Allow for easy access to the valve body bore. Allow for easy access to the
drive shaft bearing bore and the follower shaft bearing bore.
2. Inspect all parts removed from the valve for wear or damage. Replace any worn or damaged parts. Clean the valve
body and all parts to be installed with an appropriate solvent or degreaser.
CAUTION
Premature valve failure and loss of process control may result if bearings are improperly installed or are damaged during
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3. Using caution to prevent damage to the bearings, insert the required number of journal bearings (key 9) from the
valve body bore into the drive shaft bearing bore. When properly installed, one end of the journal bearing(s) will be
flush with the interior end of the extension housing, the other end of the journal bearing(s) will be flush with the
valve body bore.
The drive shaft thrust bearing (key 28) will be installed in step 6.
4. Insert one journal bearing from the valve body bore into the follower shaft bearing bore so it is flush with the valve
body bore.
5. Insert the outboard journal bearing (key 10) into the bore on top of the extension housing.
6. Insert the drive shaft into the valve body through the extension housing . Push the drive shaft through the journal
bearing(s). Hold the drive shaft thrust bearing (key 28) in the valve body bore against the opening of the drive shaft
bearing bore. Push the drive shaft through the bearing bore just enough to hold the thrust bearing.
7. Insert the follower shaft through the bore in the valve body uncovered by removal of the gasket retainer. Hold the
follower shaft thrust bearing (key 28) in the valve body bore against the opening of the follower shaft bearing bore.
Push the follower shaft through the bearing bore just enough to hold the thrust bearing.
8. Install the valve disk. Place the flat side of the disk on a flat surface. Then, move the valve body from its upright
position and suspend the valve body over the disk so the seal ring/T‐slot area is facing up. Align the shaft bores
through the disk with the drive shaft and follower shaft bores. Lower the valve body over the disk using caution not
to dislodge or damage the thrust bearings placed on the ends of the shafts.
9. With the valve disk properly positioned in the valve body, push the drive shaft and follower shaft the rest of the way
through the thrust bearings and into the shaft bores in the valve disk.
10. Align the holes in the shafts with the holes in the disk.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the taper key, tangential pins, disk pins, valve disk, or shaft(s) resulting from the application of
excessive force, use appropriate care when driving the key or pins into the disk hub and shaft(s). Use the correct tool, and
do not use excessive force.
11. Before installing the taper key, be sure the taper key disk shaft joint is free of oil or grease. If necessary, remove any
excess welding material from the taper key.
12. Install the appropriate taper key, tangential pins, and disk pins. Install the taper key by aligning the taper key hole in
the shaft with the holes in the shaft boss on the disk. Insert the taper key. Use a pin punch to drive the taper key
until solid contact is felt. Measure the depth of the taper key head for a reference during the following steps.
a. Drive the taper key in farther as follows:
Valve Size, Inches Minimum Depth to Drive Taper key
After Initial Solid Contact, mm (Inches)
8‐inch ANSI Class 300, 10‐ and 12‐inch ANSI Class
150, and 10‐inch ANSI Class 300 valves 6 (0.219)
b. The disk, shaft, and taper key assembly must be inspected to verify that the taper key spans the entire shaft flat
width. If so, this procedure is complete. If not, the taper key must be driven in farther until this condition is
satisfied. However, do not exceed the following depth limits:
Valve Size, Inches Maximum Allowable Depth to Drive Taper key
After Initial Solid Contact, mm (Inches)
8‐inch ANSI Class 300, and
10‐ and 12‐inch ANSI Class 150 10 (0.375)
10‐inch ANSI Class 300 11 (0.406)