Flowserve Worcester 13 Series User manual

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These instructions must be read prior to installing, operating, and
maintaining this equipment.
Worcester 13 / 14 Series
Installation
Operation
Maintenance
Small three-piece multiway ball valves
WCENIM0002-01
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CONTENTS
1General Information................................................................................................................ 2
1.1 Scope of manual......................................................................................................................................... 2
1.2 Disclaimer...................................................................................................................................................... 2
2Health and Safety.................................................................................................................... 3
3Product Information................................................................................................................. 4
3.1 Certification .................................................................................................................................................. 4
3.2 Design ............................................................................................................................................................ 5
4Storage ..................................................................................................................................... 5
5Installation................................................................................................................................ 6
5.1 Preparation ................................................................................................................................................... 6
5.2 Installation ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
6Operation................................................................................................................................. 7
6.1 Use .................................................................................................................................................................. 7
6.2 Manual operation ....................................................................................................................................... 7
6.3 Remote operation....................................................................................................................................... 7
7Maintenance ........................................................................................................................... 8
7.1 General.......................................................................................................................................................... 8
7.2 In-line leakage ............................................................................................................................................. 8
7.3 Stem leakage ............................................................................................................................................... 8
7.4 Body/Connector leakage ......................................................................................................................... 8
8Repair Kits................................................................................................................................. 8
9Refurbishment .......................................................................................................................... 9
9.1 Disassembly................................................................................................................................................... 9
9.2 Reassembly................................................................................................................................................... 9
10 Technical Data....................................................................................................................... 11
10.1 Gland nut torque....................................................................................................................................... 11
10.2 Stem assembly torque .............................................................................................................................. 11
10.3 Connector bolt torque ............................................................................................................................. 11
10.4 Torque data................................................................................................................................................ 11
11 Valve Exploded View Diagram ............................................................................................ 12
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1General Information
These instructions must be read prior to installing, operating, and maintaining
this equipment.
These instructions must be read prior to installing, operating, using, or maintaining the
equipment in any region worldwide. The equipment must not be put into service until all of
the safe operating conditions noted in the instructions have been met. Failure to comply with
the information provided in the User Instructions is considered to be misuse. Personal injury,
product damage, delay in operation, or product failure caused by misuse are not covered
by the Flowserve warranty.
1.1 Scope of manual
These instructions must be kept close to the product’s operating location or directly
with the product.
These instructions must be read prior to installing, operating, using, or maintaining the
equipment in any region worldwide. The equipment must not be put into service until
all of the safe operating conditions noted in the instructions have been met. Failure
to comply with the information provided in the User Instructions is considered to be
misuse. Personal injury, product damage, delay in operation, or product failure
caused by misuse are not covered by the Flowserve warranty.
This document covers the Worcester 13 / 14 series:
Pressure rating –Variable
Size range –DN 15 –50, NPS ½ - 2
1.2 Disclaimer
Information in this User Instruction is believed to be complete and reliable. In spite of
all Flowserve’s efforts to provide comprehensive information and instructions, sound
engineering and safety practices should always be used. Please consult with a
qualified engineer.
Flowserve manufactures products to applicable International Quality Management
System Standards as certified and audited by external Quality Assurance
organizations. Genuine parts and accessories have been designed, tested, and
incorporated into the products to help ensure continued product quality and
performance in use. As Flowserve cannot test parts and accessories sourced from
other vendors the incorrect incorporation of such parts and accessories may
adversely affect the performance and safety features of the product. The failure to
properly select, install, or use authorized Flowserve parts and accessories is
considered to be misuse. Damage or failure caused by misuse is not covered by
Flowserve’s warranty. In addition, any modification of Flowserve products or removal
of original components may impair the safety of these products in use.
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2Health and Safety
The product/system must not be operated beyond the parameters specified for the
application. If there is any doubt as to the suitability of the product/system for the
application intended, contact Flowserve for advice, quoting the serial number.
When installing, operating or maintaining valves:
a) Complete a risk assessment and eliminate or reduce hazards to an acceptable
level.
b) Work in accordance with safe systems of work.
c) Observe all site health and safety rules.
d) Wear all the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE).
e) Never remove or maintain a valve or joint unless the line has been fully de-
pressurised, drained, and where necessary, purged of toxic / explosive /
flammable media. Always operate the valve to the open position to ensure that
no trapped pressure exists within the cavity.
f) Never handle valves that have been used on harmful substances unless they
have been completely decontaminated and certified safe to handle.
g) Never use a valve on an application which exceeds its prescribed operating
parameters. Refer to Flowserve Flow Control technical sales for performance
curves for further information.
h) Never modify or alter valves unless the manufacturer has been consulted or
recommends such changes.
i) Wrenches are only designed to operate the valves and must not be used to
carry them as it may result in operator injury or damage to the valve stem and
sealing.
j) Use appropriate lifting methods and equipment when installing, maintaining and
removing the product. Ensure that the valve is correctly supported in its operating
location.
k) The valve must be installed in a system design to prevent excessive forces on the
flanges and connectors.
l) Consult Flowserve Flow Control technical sales before equipment is installed in
areas subject to seismic activity or extreme climates.
m) The valve should be protected by other devices to prevent over-pressurisation,
e.g. increased pressure caused by external fire.
n) It is the end user’s responsibility to ensure compatibility of the media with the
materials of construction of the product. The integrity of the valve may be
affected by the effects of corrosion and erosion.
o) If the processes or environments that the valve is used in are likely to cause
temperatures (high or low) that may cause injury to personnel if touched,
adequate protection must be fitted on the valve.
p) If the valve is to be used for unstable gas applications, ensure that the
operational parameters as indicated on the product identification plate cannot
be exceeded.
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3Product Information
3.1 Certification
This product is compliant with the following EU regulations:
a) Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) 2014/68/EU: If the ID plate carries the CE
mark, PED number ‘2014/68/EU’, and the notified body identity number ‘0086’,
the product complies with the PED. If these numbers are not present, the product
is classified under Sound Engineering Practice (SEP) and may only be used within
the limitations defined in tables 6, 7, 8 and 9 of the PED.
b) Explosive Atmospheres (ATEX) 2014/34/EU: If the ID plate carries the CE mark,
ATEX number ‘2014/34/EU’, the explosion protection symbol, and ATEX codes
identifying the equipment, the product complies with the ATEX directive.
Figure 1 Valve ID plate markings (DN 32 and above)
Figure 2 Valve ID plate markings (DN 25 and below)
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Table 1 ATEX marking definitions
II
Equipment group
2
Equipment category
G
Gas zone suitability (zones 1 & 2)
D
Dust zone suitability (zones 1 & 2)
c
Type of protection (constructional safety) (as per BS EN ISO
80079-37)
X
Special temperature reference. Surface temperature: As per
BS EN ISO 80079-36, the temperature class or maximum
surface temperature cannot be marked on the product as it
is dependent on the operating conditions. However, the
maximum/minimum allowable operating temperatures for
the product are marked on the identification plate.
3.2 Design
a) End flanges: The end flange design of this product has been verified by either
2017 ASME BPVC Section VIII Division 1 –Calculation Method, by finite element
analysis in accordance with 2017 BPVC Section VIII Division 2 –Alternative Rules,
or by experimental testing as defined in BS EN 12516-3 –Experimental Method.
b) Bolting: End flanges have been verified by the methods stated above, using bolt
design stress valves based on those for ASTM A193 B8 Class 2 for stainless steel
valves and ASTM A320 L7 for carbon steel valves as defined in ASME BPVC
Section II Part D.
c) Gaskets: Spiral wound gaskets in accordance with BS EN 1514 for PN rated
flanges and ASME B16.20 for Class rated flanges. These have gasket factors and
design stresses of 2.50 and 69 MPa respectively for carbon steel gaskets, and 3.00
and 69 MPa respectively for stainless steel gaskets as defined in 2017 ASME BPVC
Section VIII Division 1. If gaskets with higher gasket factors and design stresses are
used, please consult Flowserve Flow Control technical sales.
d) Lethal Service: In accordance with ASME BPVC Section VIII Division 1, a casting
quality factor of 1.0 is allowable for all products. Those intended for ‘lethal
service’ must have had non-destructive examination carried out in accordance
with Appendix 7 of ASME BPVC Section VIII Division 1. Refer to Flowserve Flow
Control technical sales for more information.
4Storage
a) All valves are despatched in the open position and it is recommended that they
are left in this position during storage.
b) All protective packaging should remain in this position until the valve is to be
installed.
c) Valves should be stored in a clean, dry environment.
d) Carbon steel valves are phosphate and coated with a de-watering oil. This
coating is non-toxic and is quite safe on edible or potable products.
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5Installation
5.1 Preparation
a) The working area should be clean and clear of any debris that would
contaminate the valve.
b) When despatched, valves contain a mineral oil which aids the bedding in of the
valve. This may be removed if found unsuitable. Special variants may contain
other lubricants or be dry built.
c) Some valves contain a silica gel pack inside the ball cavity to absorb humidity
during storage. These must be removed before installation along with all other
protective packaging.
d) The gland nut locking clip must be retained at all times. During installation, if the
locking clip is not in place, the gland nut must be adjusted to the correct torque
and a new locking clip must be fitted.
e) Significant problems can arise with any valve installed in an unclean pipeline.
Ensure that the pipeline has been flushed clean of dirt, weld spatter etc. before
installation.
f) Graphite seals should be handled with care due to their delicate nature.
g) If transit seals are fitted inside the valve, these must be discarded and replaced
with the spare body seals supplied.
5.2 Installation
a) It is recommended that the valves are in the open position during fitting.
b) Screwed end valves:
Do not dismantle these valves to install. Ensure that the pipeline and valve
threads are clean. Apply a suitable thread sealant to the pipe threads
and screw into the valve being careful not to over-tighten tapered
threads. Do not use the valve wrench or stem as a lever to tighten the
valve onto the pipe thread.
c) Weld end valves:
Fully assembled weld end valves (butt and socket), must only be tack-
welded into position, as the full weld heat will damage the seats and seals.
After tack welding, remove the body assembly as per section 9.1.
Complete the welding procedure after protecting the connector end
faces from weld spatter.
When cool, clean the valve connector end faces and then fit the new
body seals (supplied) into the body. Reassemble the valve as per section
9.2.
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6Operation
The product/system must not be operated beyond the parameters specified for the
application. If there is any doubt as to the suitability of the product/system for the application
intended, contact Flowserve for advice, quoting the serial number.
6.1 Use
Worcester valves provide bubble-tight shut off when used in accordance with
Worcester published pressure / temperature charts.
Metal seats fitted downstream provide shut off to FCI 70-2 1998, Class VI.
It is not good practice to leave a soft-seated ball valve in the partially open position
as this will damage the seats and reduce valve life. Flow control ball valves, which
contain seats for this purpose, are available from Flowserve Flow Control.
Media which may solidify, crystallise, or polymerise, should not be allowed to stand in
the ball cavity, as this is detrimental to valve performance and life.
6.2 Manual operation
a) The basic type of wrench on DN 15 –50 (NPS ½ - 2) valves is made of sheet steel
with an integral stop. Larger sizes of valves have a cast wrench head and a
tubular handle secured to the stem by a wrench bolt.
b) 13 series: This 3-port valve provides flow from either of the two opposing
ports to a common outlet. Media is switched from one inlet port to the
other by quarter turn operation.
c) 14 series: This is the same as the 13 series but uses a half turn operation. The
mid position allowed for full isolation.
d) When operating the valve, avoid excessive loads on the wrench.
6.3 Remote operation
a) Where automation of valves is required, Flowserve Flow Control can supply
pneumatic and electric actuators to cover a wide range of operating torques.
b) Operation will be in accordance with installation, operation, and maintenance
instructions for the relevant actuator.
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7Maintenance
7.1 General
Whilst Worcester valves are trouble free and maintenance is rarely needed the
following checks will help extend life further and reduce downtime:
a) Every 25 000 cycles or three months, check for signs of leakage (section 7.2, 7.3,
7.4) and that all fasteners (including gland nut) are tightened to their correct
torque value (see section 10)
b) The valve should not be left standing without operation for more than one
month. After this period, the valve should be operated through three full cycles.
c) The valve should not be left in a partially opened position as this may cause
damage to the seat and reduce its life.
7.2 In-line leakage
Any leakage when the valve is fully closed will be due to damage to the body,
insert, seat or ball sealing surfaces. It will be necessary to disassemble and repair the
valve (see section 9).
7.3 Stem leakage
Remove the wrench (see section 9) or the actuator (see appropriate IOM), followed
by the gland nut locking clip, and tighten the gland nut to the correct torque (see
section 10.1). If leakage persists, it may be necessary to replace gland packings and
thrust seals (see section 9).
7.4 Body/Connector leakage
Ensure that the body bolting is tightened to the correct torque (see section 10.3). If
leakage persists, remove the valve from line and replace the body seal and also
establish whether the seal faces of the body and connector have been damaged.
8Repair Kits
a) Repair kits are available for all Worcester valves. Details of their contents are
found in the instruction sheet supplied with the kit.
b) If other parts are required, it is usually recommended that the complete valve is
replaced. Parts from different sized/rated valves must not be interchanged.
c) Only Worcester authorised spare parts should be used. This includes basic
components such as fasteners. Flowserve Flow Control accepts no responsibility if
the valve is altered in any way without consent.
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9Refurbishment
Refer to the health and safety (see section 2) before starting any refurbishment work.
Never remove or perform maintenance on a valve or flange joint unless the line has
been fully depressurised, drained and where necessary, purged of toxic, explosive,
or flammable media.
9.1 Disassembly
a) Set the valve in open position (wrench / stem flats in line with the pipeline) to
prevent the ball protruding out of the body and fouling on the body
connectors when the body is removed.
b) The body connectors must be pulled apart slightly to prevent scoring of the
machined faces. The fire-safe valves, the connectors must be pulled apart
even further to allow clearance for the body seal spigot.
c) Extract all the body bolts and slide the body completely from the two body
connectors. Take care not to damage the connector sealing faces.
d) Remove and discard the seats and body seals.
e) Close the valve and using a soft drift, tap out the ball.
f) To dismantle the stem assembly, remove:
Wrench assembly (if fitted)
Gland nut locking clip
Gland nut
Belleville washers
Gland
g) Remove the stem through the body. For DN 15 valves, remove the gland
packing and align the stem wrench flats across the valves to facilitate stem
removal. The gland packing and thrust seal can now be removed, taking
care not to damage the sealing faces.
h) All components not replaced by parts in the repair kit should be thoroughly
cleaned and stored in a clean, secure area.
i) All sealing faces on the body, insert and ball must be checked for corrosion,
erosion and scratches. If damage is found or there is any reason to believe
that a part is damaged, replace the part.
j) Valve parts should be cleaned using a suitable degreasing agent. Hard
deposits can be removed using stainless steel wire wool. Care should be
taken to avoid damaging sealing faces.
9.2 Reassembly
a) Ensure that the repair kit and/or spare parts are suitable for the valve being
refurbished.
b) Cleanliness is essential for long valve life. The seats may be lightly lubricated with
a light oil to aid bedding in. Ensure that the lubricant is compatible with the
pipeline media, and the pressure and temperature of the application.
c) Fit a new thrust seal on the stem (see section 11) and insert the stem through the
valve body from inside the valve cavity. Tweezers may make it easier to do so on
DN 15 valves.
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d) Fit the new gland packings into the body recess and the gland and the new
Belleville washers (with their outer edges touching) on the stem.
e) While preventing the stem from turning, tighten the gland nut to the correct
torque (see section 10.1). Operate the stem several times and re-adjust the gland
nut to the specified figure. Over-tightening of the gland nut will reduce the life of
the stem assembly.
f) Fit the locking clip correctly as shown in Figure 3.
Figure 3 Fitting the locking clip
g) Fit the wrench assembly (if required).
h) Turn the stem to the valve closed position and slide the ball into the body,
locating on the stem bottom drive. Turn the stem to the valve open position to
prevent the ball from falling out.
i) Fit the new seats and body seals.
j) Clean the sealing faces of the body connectors before refitting. On AF variants,
refit the location rings. The body connectors must be pulled apart to place the
body back into position without damaging the seats, seals, and sealing faces.
k) Centralise the body, replace the body bolts and tighten diagonally and evenly
to the correct torque (see section 10.3).
l) Replace the four lower body / connector bolts and tighten as above.
m) If practical, leak tightness and operating torque should be checked prior to
refitting the valve in line.
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10 Technical Data
10.1 Gland nut torque
The torque to be applied to the gland nut to ensure the correct amount of stem
sealing.
10.2 Stem assembly torque
The torque required to operate the assembled stem before the ball and seats are
fitted to the valve.
10.3 Connector bolt torque
The torque required to give a metal-to-metal contact between the body and the
inner surface of the body connectors.
10.4 Torque data
Table 2 Torque Data
Size
(Reduced
Bore)
Size
(Full
Bore)
Gland nut
–graphite
build (Nm)
Gland
nut –PTFE
build
(Nm)
Stem
assembly
(Nm)
Connector
bolts (Nm)
Connector
cap
screws
(Nm)
DN 20
DN 15
5 –7
6 –9
3 –5
13 –15
25 –29
DN 25
DN 20
6 –10
8 –12
4 –6
24 –28
27 –31
DN 40
DN 32
8 –12
13 –18
6 –8
33 –37
35 –39
DN 50
DN 40
8 –12
13 –18
6 –8
38 –42
49 –53
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11 Valve Exploded View Diagram
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A Division of Flowserve GB Ltd.
Burrell Road
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RH16 4HR
United Kingdom
Telephone: [phone]
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products. When properly selected, this Flowserve product is designed to perform its intended function
safely during its useful life. However, the purchaser or user of Flowserve products should be aware that
Flowserve product might be used in numerous application under a wide variety of industrial service
conditions. Although Flowserve can (and often does) provide general guidelines, it cannot provide
specific data and warnings for all possible applications. The purchaser/user should read and
understand the User Instructions: Installation Operation Maintenance included with the product, and
train its employees and contractors in the safe use of Flowserve products in connection with its
application
While the information and specifications contained in this literature are believed to be accurate, they
are supplied for informative purpose only and should not be considered certified or as a guaranteed
of satisfactory results by reliance thereon. Nothing contained herein is to be construed as a warranty
or guarantee, express or implied, regarding any matter with respect to the product. Because Flowserve
is continually improving and upgrading its product design, the specifications, dimensions and
information contained herein are subject to change without notice. Should any question arise
concerning these provisions, the purchaser/user should contact Flowserve Corporation at any one of
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