Spirax Sarco BSA3-BD User manual

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1. Safety information
2. General product information
3. Installation
4. Commissioning
5. Operation
6. Maintenance and spare parts
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BSA3-BD and BSA6-BD
Bellows Sealed Stop Valves
Installation and Maintenance Instructions
IM- P184-19
CTLS Issue 4
DN300 shown

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Safe operation of these products can only be guaranteed if they are properly installed, commissioned,
used and maintained by qualified personnel (see Section 1.11) in compliance with the operating
instructions. General installation and safety instructions for pipeline and plant construction, as
well as the proper use of tools and safety equipment must also be complied with.
1.1 Intended use
Referring to the Installation and Maintenance Instructions, name-plate and Technical Information
Sheet, check that the product is suitable for the intended use/application.
The products listed below comply with the requirements of the EU Pressure Equipment Directive
/ UK Pressure Equipment (Safety) Regulations and each carries the mark when so required.
The products fall within the following Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) categories:
Product Group 1
Gases
Group 2
Gases
Group 1
Liquids
Group 2
Liquids
BSA3-BD
PN16
DN200 212SEP
DN250 - DN300 322SEP
DN350 - DN400 3321
PN25
DN200 322SEP
DN250 3221
DN300 - DN400 3321
PN40
DN200 322SEP
DN250 3221
DN300 - DN400 3321
BSA6-DB
DN125 212SEP
DN150 - DN200 212SEP
DN125 212SEP
DN150 - DN200 212SEP
1. Safety information

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i) The product has been specifically designed for use on steam, compressed air, water/condensate
which are in Group 2 of the above mentioned Pressure Equipment Directive.
ii) A number of products are supplied for the intention of the end user (or agent thereof) modifying
the flange configuration from that supplied. It is the responsibility of the organisation carrying
out the modification to do so in accordance with the internationally recognised flange standards
and to ensure that the design rating and operation of the product are not compromised. Spirax Sarco
will not be held responsible for any unapproved modification or consequential liability resulting
in failure to observe these requirements.
iii) Determine the correct installation situation and direction of fluid flow.
iv) Spirax Sarco products are not intended to withstand external stresses that may be induced by
any system to which they are fitted. It is the responsibility of the installer to consider these
stresses and take adequate precautions to minimise them.
v) Remove protection covers from all connections and protective film from all name-plates, where
appropriate, before installation on steam or other high temperature applications.
1.2 Access
Ensure safe access and if necessary a safe working platform (suitably guarded) before attempting
to work on the product. Arrange suitable lifting gear if required.
1.3 Lighting
Ensure adequate lighting, particularly where detailed or intricate work is required.
1.4 Hazardous liquids or gases in the pipeline
Consider what is in the pipeline or what may have been in the pipeline at some previous time.
Consider: flammable materials, substances hazardous to health, extremes of temperature.
1.5 Hazardous environment around the product
Consider: explosion risk areas, lack of oxygen (e.g. tanks, pits), dangerous gases, extremes of
temperature, hot surfaces, fire hazard (e.g. during welding), excessive noise, moving machinery.
1.6 The system
Consider the effect on the complete system of the work proposed. Will any proposed action (e.g. closing
isolation valves, electrical isolation) put any other part of the system or any personnel at risk?
Dangers might include isolation of vents or protective devices or the rendering ineffective of
controls or alarms. Ensure isolation valves are turned on and off in a gradual way to avoid system
shocks.
1.7 Pressure systems
Ensure that any pressure is isolated and safely vented to atmospheric pressure. Consider double
isolation (double block and bleed) and the locking or labelling of closed valves. Do not assume
that the system has depressurised even when the pressure gauge indicates zero.
1.8 Temperature
Allow time for temperature to normalise after isolation to avoid the danger of burns.

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1.9 Tools and consumables
Before starting work ensure that you have suitable tools and/or consumables available. Use only
genuine Spirax Sarco replacement parts.
1.10 Protective clothing
Consider whether you and/or others in the vicinity require any protective clothing to protect against
the hazards of, for example, chemicals, high/low temperature, radiation, noise, falling objects, and
dangers to eyes and face.
1.11 Permits to work
All work must be carried out or be supervised by a suitably competent person.
Installation and operating personnel should be trained in the correct use of the product according
to the Installation and Maintenance Instructions.
Where a formal 'permit to work' system is in force it must be complied with. Where there is no such
system, it is recommended that a responsible person should know what work is going on and,
where necessary, arrange to have an assistant whose primary responsibility is safety.
Post 'warning notices' if necessary.
1.12 Handling
Manual handling of large and/or heavy products may present a risk of injury. Lifting, pushing,
pulling, carrying or supporting a load by bodily force can cause injury particularly to the back.
You are advised to assess the risks taking into account the task, the individual, the load and the
working environment and use the appropriate handling method depending on the circumstances
of the work being done.
1.13 Residual hazards
In normal use the external surface of the product may be very hot. If used at the maximum permitted
operating conditions the surface temperature of some poducts may reach temperatures in excess
of 425 °C (797 °F).
Many products are not self-draining. Take due care when dismantling or removing the product from
an installation (refer to 'Maintenance instructions').
1.14 Freezing
Provision must be made to protect products which are not self-draining against frost damage in
environments where they may be exposed to temperatures below freezing point.
1.15 Safety information - Product specific
See the relevant Sections in the attached Installation and Maintenance Instructions for specific
details relating to these products.
Warning
The body/bonnet collar gaskets contain a thin stainless steel support ring which may cause physical
injury if they are not handled and disposed of carefully.
Care must be taken when opening and closing the handwheel to prevent any possible injury to the
hands from the locking screw.

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1.16 Disposal
Unless otherwise stated in the Installation and Maintenance Instructions, this product is recyclable
and no ecological hazard is anticipated with its disposal providing due care is taken.
Please visit the Spirax Sarco product compliance web pages
https://www.spiraxsarco.com/product-compliance
for up to date information on any substances of concern that may be contained within this product.
Where no additional information is provided on the Spirax Sarco product compliance web page,
this product may be safely recycled and/or disposed providing due care is taken. Always check
your local recycling and disposal regulations.
1.17 Returning products
Customers and stockists are reminded that under EC Health, Safety and Environment Law, when
returning products to Spirax Sarco they must provide information on any hazards and the precautions
to be taken due to contamination residues or mechanical damage which may present a health,
safety or environmental risk. This information must be provided in writing including Health and
Safety data sheets relating to any substances identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous.

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2.1 General description
A range of sealed, in-line stop valves having tri-ply bellows as standard throughout the range. These valves
have been designed for use on steam, gas, liquid, thermal oils, condensate and water systems.
The BSA3-BD is fitted with a flat, balanced pressure plug as standard.
The BSA3-BD and BSA6-BD are fitted with a flat, balanced pressure plug as standard.
Certification
The BSA3-BD and BSA6-BD body and bonnet are available with certification to EN 10204 3.1.
Note: All certification/inspection requirements must be stated at the time of order placement.
Note: For further technical information regarding this product range see TI-P184-18.
2.2 Sizes and pipe connections
BSA3-BD: DN200, DN250, DN300, DN350 and DN400 Flanged EN 1092 PN16, PN25 and PN40
BSA6-BD: DN125, DN150 and DN200 Flanged EN 1092 PN16 and PN25
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Pressure/temperature limits - EN 12516-1
The product must not be
used in this region or
beyond the parameter of
the PMA or TMA of the
relative end connection.
A - B - B PN40
A - C - C PN25
A - D - D PN16
Temperature °C
Pressure bar g
0
0
100
200
300
400
10 20 30 40
A D
D
C
C
B
B
Steam saturation
curve
Fig. 1
DN200 and DN250 BSA3-BD
bellows sealed stop valves
Fig. 2
DN300 to DN400 BSA3-BD
bellows sealed stop valves
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A - B - B PN40
Body design condition PN40
PMA Maximum allowable pressure 39 bar g @ 0 °C
TMA Maximum allowable temperature 400 °C @ 21.1 bar g
Minimum allowable temperature -10 °C
PMO Maximum operating pressure for saturated steam service 26.8 bar g
TMO Maximum operating temperature 400 °C @ 21.1 bar g
Minimum operating temperature -10 °C
Minimum operating pressure 0 bar g
Maximum differential pressure is limited to the PMO
Designed for a maximum cold hydraulic test pressure of: 60 bar g
A - C - C PN25
Body design condition PN25
PMA Maximum allowable pressure 24.4 bar g @ 0 °C
TMA Maximum allowable temperature 400 °C @ 13.2 bar g
Minimum allowable temperature -10 °C
PMO Maximum operating pressure for saturated steam service 17.5 bar g
TMO Maximum operating temperature 400 °C @ 13.2 bar g
Minimum operating temperature -10 °C
Minimum operating pressure 0 bar g
Maximum differential pressure is limited to the PMO
Designed for a maximum cold hydraulic test pressure of: 37.5 bar g
A - D - D PN16
Body design condition PN16
PMA Maximum allowable pressure 15.6 bar g @ 0 °C
TMA Maximum allowable temperature 400 °C @ 8.4 bar g
Minimum allowable temperature -10 °C
PMO Maximum operating pressure for saturated steam service 11.6 bar g
TMO Maximum operating temperature 400 °C @ 8.4 bar g
Minimum operating temperature -10 °C
Minimum operating pressure 0 bar g
Maximum differential pressure is limited to the PMO
Designed for a maximum cold hydraulic test pressure of: 24 bar g

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Pressure/temperature limits - EN 12516-1
350
250
150
50
-10
400
300
200
100
0
0 5 10 15 20 25
A
B
Steam saturation curve
Temperature °C
C
CB
Pressure bar g
The product must
not be used in this
region or beyond the
parameter of the PMA
or TMA of the relative
end connection.
A - B - B PN25
A - C - C PN16
2.4 BSA6-BD
Fig. 3
DN125 to DN200 BSA6-BD
bellows sealed stop valves