Girard Products sMart Vent User manual

9/26/17
sMart Vent™
Owner’s Manual
GS09086 to GS10007 (GEN. 1)
GS07980 to GS08060 (GEN. 2)
The sMart Vent™protects intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) against excessive
pressure and vacuum buildup. Engineered for low maintenance and easy cleaning, this
vent offers superior protection for metal IBCs. Additional features include manual
venting that can be achieved with a press of the hand.
Patent Number 8, 561, 637

QF-830-009 –sMart Vent™
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Girard Equipment, Inc. | GS09086 to GS10007 (GEN. 1)
GS07980 to GS08060 (GEN. 2)
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Table of Contents
Technical Data............................................................................................3
Exploded View of Product..................................................................... 4-8
Safety...........................................................................................................8
General Safety Information................................................................................9
Product Storage.................................................................................................9
Product Handling ...............................................................................................9
Disposal Requirements......................................................................................9
Installation Instructions.......................................................................... 10
Operation Instructions............................................................................ 10
Maintenance Instructions.................................................................. 10-16
Test Instructions ..................................................................................... 17
Troubleshooting & Repair ...................................................................... 17
Replacement Parts.................................................................................. 18
Warranty................................................................................................... 19
Contact Information................................................................................ 19

QF-830-009 –sMart Vent™
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GS07980 to GS08060 (GEN. 2)
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Technical Data
1) Patent Number 8, 561, 637
2) All pressure bearing components are constructed of corrosion resistant 316
stainless steel.
3) Standard Tef-O-Sil (Teflon® encapsulated O-Ring) seals are compatible with all
ladings for packing groups 1 & 2.
4) Relieves pressure at 3.5, 5, or 10 PSIG.
5) Relieves vacuum at 1 or 2”Hg.
6) This product can be adapted to any application that requires low pressure
venting with a 2” male BSP or NPT connection.
7) Design features tamper-evident seal tabs.

QF-830-009 –sMart Vent™
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Girard Equipment, Inc. | GS09086 to GS10007 (GEN. 1)
GS07980 to GS08060 (GEN. 2)
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Exploded View of Product
sMart Vent™5 PSIG Generation 1 Pressure/Vacuum Relief Vent
GS10005 GS10007

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GS07980 to GS08060 (GEN. 2)
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Exploded View of Product
sMart Vent™5 PSIG Generation 1 Vacuum Only Relief Vent
GS10004

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Exploded View of Product
sMart Vent™5 PSIG Generation 1 Pressure Only Relief Vent
GS10006

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GS07980 to GS08060 (GEN. 2)
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Exploded View of Product
sMart Vent™5 PSIG Generation 2 Pressure/Vacuum Relief Vent
GS07982 GS07985

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Girard Equipment, Inc. | GS09086 to GS10007 (GEN. 1)
GS07980 to GS08060 (GEN. 2)
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Exploded View of Product
sMart Vent™5 PSIG Generation 2 Pressure Only Relief Vent
GS07983 GS07984

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GS07980 to GS08060 (GEN. 2)
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Safety
General Safety Information
WARNING: This device is under pressure that could cause injury. Do not
attempt to disassemble this device unless you have been properly trained
by a Girard Equipment representative. Follow all installation, maintenance, and
repair instructions set forth in this manual to avoid injury.
Product Storage
-Temperature Range: -40°F to 250°F
-Humidity Range: N/A
-Altitude Range: N/A
Store device upright and in its original container to maintain a dust-free environment.
We recommend that stored valves be retested every six months. The initial test date
will be listed on the valve certificate.
Product Handling
Follow OSHA practices for lifting.
Disposal Requirements
Due to spring pressure, authorized personnel must disassemble the device before
disposal. Use caution when disassembling the device. If authorized personnel are not
present, please contact Girard Equipment.
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QF-830-009 –sMart Vent™
Revision Level A
Girard Equipment, Inc. | GS09086 to GS10007 (GEN. 1)
GS07980 to GS08060 (GEN. 2)
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Installation Instructions
1) Remove valve from packaging.
2) Align the valve with the tank mount.
3) Use Girard Equipment’s GT60002 3-in-1 combination IBC spanner wrench to
screw the sMart Vent™to its port.
Operation Instructions
Push sMart Vent™ cover to manually vent pressure. This safety relief valve opens and
reseats automatically.
Maintenance Instructions
Warning: This device is under pressure that could cause injury. Do not
attempt to disassemble this device unless you have been properly
trained by a Girard Equipment representative. Follow all installation,
maintenance, and repair instructions set forth in this manual to avoid injury.
O-Ring and Gasket Maintenance
All soft goods should be replaced during regular maintenance and requalification, or if
device fails an in-service STD (Start to Discharge) pressure test.
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