Val-Matic 100S User manual

Manual No.
A/VV-OM1-4
½"-3" Air/Vacuum Valve
Models 100S to 103S
Operation, Maintenance and
Installation Manual
INTRODUCTION............................................ 1
RECEIVING AND STORAGE......................... 1
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION................... 1
INSTALLATION.............................................. 2
VALVE CONSTRUCTION .............................. 2
MAINTENANCE ............................................. 2
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................... 3
DISASSEMBLY .............................................. 3
REASSEMBLY ............................................... 3
PARTS & SERVICE ....................................... 4
WARRANTY................................................... 4
VAL-MATIC
®
VALVE AND MANUFACTURING CORP.
905 Riverside Dr. ●Elmhurst, IL 60126
Phone [phone] ●Fax [phone]
www.valmatic.com

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INTRODUCTION
The Air/Vacuum Valve has been designed with
stainless steel trim to give years of trouble-free
operation. This manual will provide you with the
information to properly install and maintain the
valve to ensure a long service life. The
Air/Vacuum valve is designed to exhaust large
quantities of air upon system start-up and allow
air to re-enter the line upon system shut down.
Note: While Air/Vacuum Valves will exhaust
large quantities of air upon start-up, they will not
continuously release air during system
operation. For that function, an Air Release
Valve is required.
Also, this valve is not intended for fluids
containing suspended solids such as
wastewater. For waste-water and other high
turbidity applications, use Val-Matic Series 300A
Sewage Air/Vacuum Valves.
The valve is a float-operated, resilient-seated
valve designed to handle clean fluids. The Size,
Maximum Working Pressure, and Series No. are
stamped on the nameplate for reference.
Note: Low Durometer seats are available for low
pressure applications.
RECEIVING AND STORAGE
Inspect valves upon receipt for damage in
shipment. Unload all valves carefully to the
ground without dropping.
Valves should remain crated, clean and dry until
installed to prevent weather related damage.
For long term storage greater than six months,
the rubber surfaces of the seat should be coated
with a thin film of FDA approved grease. Do not
expose seat to sunlight or ozone for any
extended period.
FIGURE 1. ½"-3" AIR/VACUUM VALVE
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION
The Air/Vacuum Valve is designed to exhaust
large quantities of air upon system start-up and
allow air to re-enter the line upon system shut-
down or line break. As water enters the valve
during start-up, the float will rise, closing the
outlet port. The valve will remain closed until
system pressure drops to near zero pressure. It
will open during shut-down to perform a dual
purpose. First, it eliminates the possibility of a
vacuum forming and a potential pipeline
collapse. Second it allows rapid drainage of the
line when system maintenance is required.
CAUTION
This valve is not intended for fuel service
or fluids containing suspended solids.
VAL-MATIC'S ½"-3" AIR/VACUUM VALVE
OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION

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DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION (Cont'd)
The only moving parts in the valve are the float
and the float guide. The float guide assures that
the float enters the seat at the optimum angle
and assures that the float will not make contact
with any surface other than the resilient seat
thus assuring long maintenance free life.
INSTALLATION
The installation of the valve is important for its
proper operation. Valves must be installed at
the system high points in the vertical position
with the inlet down. A vault with adequate
venting and drainage should be provided. A full-
ported shut-off valve should be installed below
each valve in the event servicing is required.
VALVE CONSTRUCTION
The Air/Vacuum Valve body and cover are cast
iron. All internal components are stainless steel
with the exception of the valve seat which is
resilient. The float (5) and float guide (20) are
the only moving parts assuring long life with
minimal maintenance. The general details of
construction are illustrated in Figure 2. The
body (1) is threaded for connection to the
pipeline. The seat (4) is retained in the cast
cover (2). The seat (4) is retained by a baffle
(3).
FIGURE 2. ½"-3" AIR/VACUUM VALVE
Table 1. ½”-3” Air/Vacuum Valve Parts List
Item Description Material
1 Body Cast Iron
2 Cover Cast Iron
3 Baffle Ductile Iron
4 Seat* Buna-N
5 Float* Stainless Steel
6 Gasket* Non-Asbestos
7 Cover Bolt Alloy Steel
8 Retaining Screw* Stainless Steel
9 Guide Bushing* Stainless Steel
14 Pipe Plug Iron
20 Guide Shaft* Stainless Steel
* Recommended Spare Part
MAINTENANCE
The Air/Vacuum Valve requires no scheduled
lubrication or maintenance.
INSPECTION: Periodic inspection for leakage
can be performed. A manual drain valve can be
installed in the lower drain plug to perform this
operation as shown in Figure 3.
FIGURE 3. INSPECTION PIPING

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MAINTENANCE (Cont'd)
1. Close the inlet shut-off valve.
2. Open the drain valve to allow the fluid in the
valve to drain. It may be necessary to apply
a downward force on the float to unseat the
valve.
3. Close the drain valve.
4. Slowly open the inlet shut-off valve to fill the
valve with water. Observe the seating action
and verify that the valve closes without
leakage.
5. If leakage occurs, the valve should be
removed and inspected for wear or possible
damage from foreign matter.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Several problems and solutions are presented
below to assist you in troubleshooting the valve
assembly in an efficient manner.
• Leakage at Bottom Connection: Tighten valve
threaded connection. If leak persists, remove
valve and seal threads with Teflon sealant.
• Leakage at Cover: Tighten bolts, replace
gasket.
• Valve Leaks when Closed: Inspect seat for
damage and replace.
DISASSEMBLY
The valve can be disassembled without
removing it from the pipeline. Or for
convenience, the valve can be removed from the
line. All work on the valve should be performed
by a skilled mechanic with proper tools.
1. Close inlet shut-off valve. Open drain valve
or remove drain plug. Remove the cover
bolts (7) on the top cover.
2. Pry cover (2) loose and lift off valve body.
3. Remove retainer bolts (8) and inspect seat
for cracks in rubber or wear in sealing
surface.
4. Turn guide bushing (9) to remove it from the
cast baffle (3).
5. Clean and inspect parts. Replace worn parts
as necessary.
RE-ASSEMBLY
All parts must be cleaned and gasket surfaces
should be cleaned with a stiff wire brush in the
direction of the serrations or machine marks.
Worn parts, gaskets and seals should be
replaced during reassembly.
1. Apply Loctite to guide bushing threads (9)
and thread bushing into baffle (3). Insert float
shaft into float (5).
2. Lay seat (4) over inverted cover with flat
surface directed toward cover.
3. Install float assembly and baffle over seat
and secure with retaining bolts (8) at 10 ft-
lbs.
4. Lay cover gasket (6) and cover (2) over bolt
holes in body (1).
5. Insert lubricated bolts (7) and tighten to the
torques listed in Table 2.
Table 2. Valve Cover Bolt Torques
Size Torque (ft-lbs)
5/16” 10
3/8” 24
1/2” 59
5/8” 117
WARNING
The line must be drained before removing
the cover or pressure may be released
causin
g
bodil
y
harm.

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PARTS AND SERVICE
Parts and service are available from your local
representative or the factory. Make note of the
valve Size, Series No, and Serial No. located on
the valve nameplate and contact:
Val-Matic Valve and Mfg. Corp.
905 Riverside Drive
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.valmatic.com
A sales representative will quote prices for parts
or arrange for service as needed.
VAL-MATIC
®
VALVE AND MANUFACTURING CORP.
905 Riverside Dr. ●Elmhurst, IL 60126
Phone [phone] ●Fax [phone]
www.valmatic.com
LIMITED WARRANTY
All products are warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of
shipment, subject to the limitations below.
If the purchaser believes a product is defective, the purchaser shall: (a) Notify the manufacturer, state the alleged defect
and request permission to return the product; (b) if permission is given, return the product with transportation prepaid. If
the product is accepted for return and found to be defective, the manufacturer will, at his discretion, either repair or replace
the product, f.o.b. factory, within 60 days of receipt, or refund the purchase price. Other than to repair, replace or refund
as described above, purchaser agrees that manufacturer shall not be liable for any loss, costs, expenses or damages of
any kind arising out of the product, its use, installation or replacement, labeling, instructions, information or technical data
of any kind, description of product use, sample or model, warnings or lack of any of the foregoing. NO OTHER
WARRANTIES, WRITTEN OR ORAL, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND MERCHANTABILITY, ARE MADE OR AUTHORIZED. NO AFFIRMATION OF FACT,
PROMISE, DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT OF USE OR SAMPLE OR MODEL SHALL CREATE ANY WARRANTY FROM
MANUFACTURER, UNLESS SIGNED BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE MANUFACTURER. These products are not
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sold or intended for
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famil
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or household
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