SPX FLS15 User manual

1Form No. 1000853
Rev. 4 October 8, 2018
© 2018 SPX FLOW, Inc.
SPX Hydraulic Technologies
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Rockford, IL 61109-3699 USA
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HYDRAULIC SPREADERS
FLS15
FLS15-ST
Operating instruction - Parts List for:

2Form No. 1000853
Rev. 4 October 8, 2018
© 2018 SPX FLOW, Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUBJECT PAGE
SAFETY DEFINITIONS 3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3
• Spreader 4
GENERAL INFORMATION 4
BENEFITS 5
APPLICATIONS 5
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5
• Flange opening 5
• Flange closing 5
RECOMMENDATION 6
IMPORTANT 6
WARNING 6
CAUTION 7
WEDGE USE 7
DIMENSIONS / SPECIFICATIONS 8
DISASSEMBLY / MAINTENANCE / SERVICE 9
PARTS LIST 10
SERVICE KITS 11
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 12

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SAFETY DEFINITIONS
The safety signal word designates the degree or level of hazard seriousness.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
CAUTION: Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.
IMPORTANT: Important is used when action or lack of action can cause equipment failure, either immediate or
over a long period of time
WARNING: To prevent personal injury:
Read Instruction Manual before operation. For the latest revision of the instruction sheet please visit
the “Resources” page on our Website.
IMPORTANT: For instructions specific to the various system components refer to the related individual
instruction sheet.
IMPORTANT: The following procedures must be performed by qualified, trained personnel who are familiar
with this equipment. Operators must read and understand all safety precautions and operating instructions
included with equipment. If the operator cannot read these instructions, operating instructions and safety
precautions must be read and discussed in the operator’s native language.
• These products are designed for general use in normal environments. These products are not designed
for lifting and moving people, agri-food machinery, certain types of mobile machinery, or in special work
environments such as: explosive, flammable, or corrosive. Only the user can decide the suitability of this
product in these conditions or extreme environments. Power Team will supply information necessary to
help make these decisions. Consult your nearest Power Team facility.
Safety glasses must be worn at all times by the operator and anyone within sight of
the unit. Additional personal protection equipment may include: face shield, goggles, gloves, apron, hard
hat, safety shoes, and hearing protection. Check for local safety requirements and obey all safety rules and
regulations in force at the job site.
• The owner of this tool must ensure that safety-related decals are installed, maintained, and replaced if they
become hard to read.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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SPREADER
DANGER: To prevent serious personal injury or death:
Do not exceed rated capacities of the spreader. Excess pressure may result in personal injury. Maximum
operating pressure is 700 bar (10,000 psi).
• Avoid off-center loads that could damage the spreader and/or cause loss of the load.
• Read and understand all safety and warning decals and instructions for devices attached.
• Inspect each Spreader and coupler before each shift or usage to prevent unsafe conditions from
developing.
• Do not use the Spreader if damaged, altered or in poor condition.
• Do not use the Spreader with bent or damaged couplers or damaged port threads.
• Avoid pinch points or crush points that can be created by the load or parts of the Spreader.
To help prevent personal injury, do not allow personnel to go under or work on a load before it is
properly cribbed or blocked. All personnel must be clear of the load before lowering.
• Never use extreme heat to disassemble a hydraulic Spreader or cylinder. Metal fatigue and/or seal damage
will result and can lead to unsafe operating conditions.
IMPORTANT:
• Keep the Spreader clean at all times.
• When the Spreader is not in use, keep the shoes fully retracted.
• Use an approved, high-grade pipe thread sealant to seal all hydraulic connections. Teflon tape can be used
if only one layer of tape is used and it is applied carefully (two threads back) to prevent the tape from being
pinched by the coupler and broken off inside the pipe end. Any loose pieces of tape could travel through
the system and obstruct the flow of fluid or cause jamming of precision-fit parts.
• Always use protective covers on disconnected quick couplers.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (CONT.)
GENERAL INFORMATION
• The SPX Hydraulic Spreader is a hydraulically operated tool.
• The spreader uses the integrated wedge concept.
• It is used to spread flanges in order to create space for cleaning and repairing flange surfaces and gasket
replacement.
• The spreader is actuated by a single acting cylinder.
• The spreader must be powered by an SPX hand pump.

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BENEFITS
• Corrosion protected for offshore market by means of nickel plating.
• Easy to change wearing parts and easy to maintain.
• Quick adjustment to various tasks due to interchangeable shoes (serrated, stepped).
APPLICATIONS
Wedge spreaders can be used for: pipe and flange repair, removing of elbows, removing of couplers,
gasket and metal seals replacement, maintenance/replacement of valve and control equipment, general
spreading applications in the oil and gas industry, and general repair and maintenance.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FLANGE OPENING
• After loosening/removing flange bolts insert wedge spreader(s) at least up to the gripping surfaces of the
spreader shoes and gradually apply pressure via the pump. Maximum operating pressure is 700 bar
(10,000 psi). Visually check that flanges are seperating accordingly. At end of tool stroke insert stepped
block before gradually reducing pressure on the wedge spreader.
• Repeat previous steps until you reach maximum flange opening possible with inserted stepped block
(see fig. 2).
FLANGE CLOSING
• In order to close a flange you have to insert the spreader at ±80% stroke of tool. Take over the load from
the stepped block onto the spreader before removing said stepped block one step back. Gradually reduce
pressure to let the load be taken by the next smaller step of the stepped block.
• Repeat previous steps until you reach full flange closing. Replace and tighten flange bollts.

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RECOMMENDATION
• It is recommended that two spreaders be used in tandem.
• Single spreader use is possible but depends on the job at hand.
• Tandem use will give an even spread to the joint.
• The spreaders should be set at 180° apart (see fig.1).
• The spreader needs to be inserted at least as far as the gripping surface to prevent wedge from slipping
out.
• The spreader can be used throughout the whole of the shoes’ gripping surfaces.
fig. 1 fig. 2
IMPORTANT
• Make sure the tool is in fully retracted closed position before
inserting the flange spreader in between the flange faces in
order to fully engage the flange spreader shoes.
• At the beginning of the spread operation check the correct
full engagement of the flange spreader shoes and the grip
between the tool and the flange faces.
• The stepped block shall be inserted into the joint after the tool
has reached full advanced open position.
• After positioning the stepped block, working pressure should
be lowered gradually in order to set the load onto the stepped
block.
• Always ensure that the tool has even and thorough contact
with the work piece.
SB15
STEPPED BLOCK
WARNING
Never place fingers in a joint held by activated wedge unless a stepped block is also located within the
joint.

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CAUTION
• An optional spreader handle is available. SPX recommends the use of this handle to minimize the
possibility of operators’ fingers being caught within a joint during the extend or retract process.
• Never hammer or force spreader to create or access a gap.
• Don’t operate the equipment without lubricating the internal interface between the wedge and the shoes.
WEDGE USE
• It is recommended that two spreaders be used in tandem position. (See fig.1)
• This will give an even spread to the joint.
• Two hydraulic spreaders can easy be used simultaneously when used in combination with an SPX hand
pump, split-flow manifold and hydraulic hoses.
fig. 1

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DIMENSIONS / SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL
NUMBERS
MAX.
SPREADING FORCE
MIN. REQUIRED
ACCESS GAP TYPE WEIGHT
MAXIMUM
OPERATING
PRESSURE
FLS15 &
FLS15ST
[33,000 Pounds]
15 Metric Tons
[.197 Inches]
5mm
Wedge [7 pounds]
3.2 kg
700 bar
(10,000 psi)
2.48in
63mm
2.35in
60mm
8.93in
227mm
.19in
5mm
1.50in
38mm
9.90in
252mm
.57in
15mm
1.87in
48mm
8.94in
227mm
2.35in
60mm
2.48in
63mm
.19in
5mm
.50in
13mm
.82in
21mm
1.13in
29mm
1.45in
37mm
9.90in
252mm
.58in
15mm
.89in
23mm
1.21in
31mm
1.52in
39mm
1.84in
47mm
5.91in
150mm
.79in
20mm
1.18in
30mm
2.36in
60mm
.55in
14mm
.87in
22mm
1.18in
30mm
1.50in
38mm
1.81in
46mm
FLS15 SPREADER FLS15-ST SPREADER
FULLY CLOSED FULLY OPEN FULLY OPEN FULLY CLOSED
SB15 STEPPED BLOCK
SB15 STEPPED BLOCK
FULLY
OPEN
FULLY
OPEN
FULLY
CLOSED
FLS15 SPREADER FLS15-ST SPREADER
FULLY
CLOSED

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DISASSEMBLY / MAINTENANCE / SERVICE
• Regularly inspect all components to detect any problem requiring service or maintenance.
• To prolong the life of your SPX equipment, follow points below:
1. Clean and grease contact surfaces shown below with high pressure quality grease.
2. Ensure smooth rotation of link plate joints and keep them lightly greased.
3. Keep general tool condition clean.
• (Upper Left Picture) – Unscrew the indicated screws
about 4 mm (.2 inches) to “unlock” the shoes. Work the
shoes loose from the residual grease to open them.
• (Lower Right Picture) – Clean the indicated surfaces
with a degreasing agent. Then, re-grease the same
with quality, high-pressure grease. Close the shoes and
torque (tighten) the screws to 34 Nm (25 ft. lbs.).
Both Sides
of Wedge
* Both Slots of
Wedge
Inside of Both
Shoes
Inside of Both
Shoes
* Other slot is on
opposing side of
wedge.

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14
9
8
15
2
10
4
5
3
11
16
18
17
6
12
13
1
(ITEMS 17 AND 18 ARE
OPTIONAL, NOT INCLUDED
IN BASIC SPREADER)
**
*
* - STANDARD SHOE IN THE FLS15 SPREADER
** - STANDARD SHOE IN THE FLS15-ST SPREADER
ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY.
1 2008071 MAIN BODY 1
22008072
PISTON ROD 1
3 2008077
WEDGE 1
4 2008074
O-RING, NBR, 31x2,5 90-SHORE 1
52008076
GUIDE RING, 16,0x19,1x4,0 POM 1
62008075
CYLINDER, 36MM BORE 1
72008081
SCREW, M8 x16, CLASS 10.9, ROUND HEAD, T40, ZINC PLATED. 6
82008078
LINK PLATE 4
9 2008079
JOINT SPACER 8
10 2008073 BACKUP RING, 31,20x36,00x2,00mm 1
11 2008082 SHOE, SERRATED, FLS15 2
12 25600-1 COUPLER, HYD 3/8" NPTF F 1
13 9800 CPLR, HYD, DUST CAP, RUBBER 1
14 2008080 SCREW, M8 x12, CLASS 10.9, ROUND HEAD, T40, ZINC PLATED. 2
15 2008084 SPRING, COMPRESSION, 242,43N 2,5x81,5 1
16 2008083 SHOE, STEPPED, FLS15 2
17 2008410 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 1
18 SB15 STEPPING BLOCK, ALUMINIUM 1
PARTS LIST
(ITEMS 17 AND 18 ARE
OPTIONAL, NOT INCLUDED
IN BASIC SPREADER)
* - STANDARD SHOE IN THE FLS15 SPREADER
** - STANDARD SHOE IN THE FLS15-ST SPREADER
ITEM NO. PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION QTY
1 2008071 MAIN BODY 1
2 2008072 PISTON ROD 1
3 2008077 WEDGE 1
4 2008074 O-RING, NBR, 31X2,5 90-SHORE 1
5 2008076 GUIDE RING, 16,0X19, 1X4,0 POM 1
6 2008075 CYLINDER, 36MM BORE 1
7 2008081 SCREW, M8 X 16, CLASS 10.9, ROUND HEAD, T40, ZINC PLATED. 6
8 2008078 LINK PLATE 4
9 2008079 JOINT SPACER 8
10 2008073 BACKUP RING, 31,20X36,00X2,00mm 1
11 2008082 SHOE SERRATED, FLS15 2
12 25600-1 COUPLER, HYD 3/8" NPTF F 1
13 9800 CPLR, HYD, DUST CAP, RUBBER 1
14 2008080 SCREW, M8 X 12, CLASS 10.9 , ROUND HEAD, T40, ZINC PLATED. 2
5 2008084 SPRING, COMPRESSION, 242, 43N 2,5X81,5 1
16 2008083 SHOE, STEPPED, FLS15 2
17 2008410 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 1
18 SB15 STEPPING BLOCK, ALUMINIUM 1

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SERVICE KITS
KIT NUMBER KIT NAME CONTAINS PARTS QTY. DESCRIPTION
3000708 SEAL KIT • 2008073
• 2008074
• 2008076
1
1
1
BACKUP RING
O-RING
GUIDE RING
3000709 JAW KIT,
STEPPED
• 2008083 2 STEPPED SHOE
3000710 WEAR PARTS
KIT, SERRATED
• 2008078
• 2008079
• 2008082
4
8
2
LINK PLATE
JOINT SPACER
SERRATED SHOE
3000711 WEAR PARTS
KIT, STEPPED
• 2008078
• 2008079
• 2008083
4
8
2
LINK PLATE
JOINT SPACER
STEPPED SHOE

12 Form No. 1000853
Rev. 4 October 8, 2018
© 2018 SPX FLOW, Inc.
SPX Hydraulic Technologies
5885 11th Street
Rockford, IL 61109-3699
United States of America
SPX Hydraulic Technologies
Christophe Bouvet
Andreas J. Klemm
Albert Thijsstraat 12
Eygelshoven
The Netherlands
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility that our Flange Spreader Model:
FLS15, FLS15-ST
to which this declaration relates are in conformity with the following:
EN, EN-ISO, ISO standards Title
Per the provisions of the Machinery Safety Directive 2006/42 EC
EN_ISO 12100:2011 Safety of machinery, basic concepts, general principles for
design, risk assessment & risk reduction
EN 4413:2010 Hydraulic Fluid Power –general rules and safety
requirements for systems & their components
We, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified conforms to the above
European Communities Directive(s) and Standard(s).
Eygelshoven April 12, 2013
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Christophe Bouvet, Managing Director Andreas J. Klemm, Appl.Engineering Manager
Form No 10_____
Rev 1 Jan 2, 2013