Val-Matic 801SSBW User manual

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Manual No.
WSSAV-OM1-1
Wastewater Surge Suppression
Combination Air Valve
Operation, Maintenance and
Installation Manual
INTRODUCTION............................................2
RECEIVING AND STORAGE ........................2
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION...................2
INSTALLATION.............................................3
VALVE CONSTRUCTION..............................3
MAINTENANCE.............................................4
TROUBLESHOOTING...................................5
DISASSEMBLY .............................................5
REASSEMBLY ..............................................5
PARTS AND SERVICE..................................6
WARRANTY ..................................................6
VAL-MATIC
®
VALVE AND MANUFACTURING CORP.
905 Riverside Dr. ●Elmhurst, IL 60126
Phone [phone] ●Fax [phone]
www.valmatic.com

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CAUTION
This valve is not intended for flammable liquids
service.
WASTEWATER SURGE SUPPRESSION AIR VALVE
OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND INSTALLATION
INTRODUCTION
This manual will provide you with the information to
properly install and maintain the valve to ensure a
long service life. The Wastewater Surge
Suppression Air Valve has been designed with
stainless steel trim to give years of trouble-free
operation but regular maintenance is recommended
for valves subject to fluids containing suspended
solids or greases/oils. The valve is typically mounted
at the high points in a piping system to automatically
remove pockets of air as they accumulate. The valve
can also be used to slowly release air in tanks and
pump casings.
The valve is a float-operated, resilient-seated valve
designed to handle waste fluids. The valve may be
equipped with backwash accessories for severe
service. The Size, Maximum Working Pressure and
Model 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.
Handle all valves carefully without dropping. Valves
should remain boxed, clean and dry until installed to
prevent weather related damage. For long-term
storage greater than six months, the valve must
remain in the box and stored indoors. Do not
expose valve to sunlight or ozone for any extended
period.
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION
The Wastewater Surge Suppression Air Valve is
designed to automatically remove air pockets at the
high points in a piping system. The valve, as
shipped, is a normally open valve and will vent air
through the top opening. As fluid enters the valve,
the float will rise, closing the plug. As air
accumulates in the piping system and enters the
valve, the float drops allowing the small venting
orifice to open. In the case of rapid air exhaust, the
regulated exhaust device on the outlet closes and
restricts the outflow of the air.
FIGURE 1. WASTEWATER SURGE
SUPPRESSION AIR VALVE
When air enters the valve, it is released through the
large-diameter seat and the outlet on the top of the
valve. When fluid enters the valve, the float lifts the
plug, which seals off the seat. The orifice button
also seals against the small orifice drilled through
the center of the plug. The float has a skirt to assist
in closure and reduce leakage. As air or gas
accumulates in the valve, the float will drop and pull
the button away from the plug. This will allow
pressurized air to be vented through the plug.
Additional ports are provided for flushing, testing and
draining purposes.

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CAUTION
Install valve with "INLET" port down or
leakage will occur.
ITEM DESCRIPTION MATERIAL
1 Body Cast Iron
2 Cover Cast Iron
3 Baffle Cast Iron
4 Seat* Buna-N
5 Float* Stainless Steel
6 Gasket* Non-Asbestos
7 Cover Bolt Alloy Steel
8 Retaining Screw* Stainless Steel
10 Float Arm* Stainless Steel
11 Orifice Button* SS and Buna-N
12 Pivot Pin* Stainless Steel
13 Retaining Ring* Stainless Steel
14 Pipe Plug Steel
16 Plug Stainless Steel
17 Float Retainer* Stainless Steel
18 Lock Nut* Stainless Steel
20 Guide Shaft* Stainless Steel
28 Pipe Plug Malleable Iron
33 Clevis* Stainless Steel
34 Lock Washer* Stainless Steel
35 Guide Shaft Retainer* Stainless Steel
36 Pipe Plug Steel
*RECOMMENDED REPAIR PART KIT
INSTALLATION
The installation of the valve is important for its
proper operation. Valves should be installed at the
system high points in the vertical position with the
inlet down. For pipeline service, a vault with freeze
protection, adequate screened venting, and
drainage should be provided. During closure, some
fluid discharge will occur so vent lines should extend
to an open drain area in plant service. A shut-off
valve should be installed below the valve in the
event servicing is required.
VALVE CONSTRUCTION
The standard Wastewater Surge Suppression
Combination Air Valve consists of an air valve and a
regulated exhaust device piped on the outlet. See
the specific Materials List submitted for the order if
other than standard cast iron construction. The
general detail of construction for the air valve is
illustrated in Figure 2 and listed in Table 1.
TABLE 1. AIR VALVE LIST OF PARTS
FIGURE 2. 1”-4” WASTEWATER COMBINATION
AIR VALVE
The general detail of construction for the regulated
exhaust device is illustrated in Figures 3 and 4 and
listed in Tables 2 and 3.
FIGURE 3. 1”-2” REG. EXH. DEVICE

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ITEM DESCRIPTION MATERIAL
1 Body Cast Iron
2 Seat Bronze
3 Disc Bronze
5 Stem Brass
6 Seat Ret. Screw Brass
*RECOMMENDED REPAIR PART KIT
(Entire Device)
ITEM DESCRIPTION MATERIAL
1 Body Cast Iron
2 Seat* Bronze
3 Disc* Bronze
5 Bushing* Bronze
6 Ret. Screw* Stainless Steel
7 Retaining Nut* Brass
*RECOMMENDED REPAIR PART KIT
TABLE 2. 1”-2” REG. EXH. DEVICE PARTS
FIGURE 4. 3”-4” REGULATED EXHAUST
DEVICE
TABLE 3. 3”-4”” REG. EXH. DEVICE PARTS
Option Backwash Assembly
Refer to the Figure 5 for the correct piping
arrangement. Please note the each kit contains
extra fittings such as reducer bushings that may not
be needed for your valve. The fittings should be
installed with a standard pipe compound such as
Oatey White Thread Sealant (supplied) or sealing
tape. The quick disconnect fittings (Air King
Universal Couplings) are designed for easy push
and turn connections to a clean water source.
Backwash Accessory Kits
Type Inlet Backwash Kit Valve Models
Comb.
Air
Valve
1” SPK-301ABW 801SSBW
2” SPK-301ABW 802SSBW
3” SPK-303ABW 803SSBW
4” SPK-804BW 804SSBW
FIGURE 5. TYP. BACKWASH ARANGEMENT
MAINTENANCE
The Wastewater Combination Air Valve should be
scheduled for regular inspection and/or backwash
on a quarterly basis. Based on experience in severe
service, a more frequent backwash regimen may be
desirable to minimize leakage.

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WARNING
Wear safety glasses to look into the valve outlet
after installation. Released fluid can cause
injury.
WARNING
The valve must be drained before removing the
cover or pressure may be released causing
injury.
Inspection: Periodic inspection to verify operation
can be performed. The valve should not leak fluid at
any connection or through the outlet. If there is
leakage through the outlet, perform a backwash
procedure on the valve. Also check to see that air is
being released by cracking open the lower drain
valve (B). If a large amount of air is released from
the drain valve, then the main valve may be clogged
and a backwash procedure should be performed.
Lubrication: The Wastewater Combination Air
Valve is a self-contained automatic valve and does
not require any lubrication to enhance its operation.
Tools: No special tools are needed to maintain or
repair the valve. The valve can be equipped with
backwash valves and hoses for ease of
backwashing.
Backwash Procedure: In order to properly
backwash the valve, a 1" clean water supply of at
least 30 psi is needed. This supply should be
connected to the rubber hose with quick disconnect
couplings as provided with the wastewater valve and
shown in Figure 5.
1. Pipe valve B to a drain prior to backwashing.
2. Close inlet valve A.
3. Open drain valve B.
4. Connect water supply to C/D and supply water
for 3 minutes to flush seat and mechanism area.
5. Additional washing of seat area can be
accomplished by placing the water supply over
the discharge into the Outlet port.
6. Close valves D and B.
7. Slowly open valve A to place back in service.
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 or
tape.
Leakage at Cover: Tighten bolts per Table 4,
replace gasket.
Valve Leaks when Closed: Backwash valve to
remove debris. Disassemble and inspect seat,
orifice button, and float. NOTE: Many floats
contain sand for weight but if water is detected,
replace float.
Valve not Venting Air: Check that operating
pressure does not exceed Working Pressure on
nameplate. Backwash or clean valve.
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. No special tools are required.
1. See Figure 3. Close inlet shut-off valve (A).
Open drain valve (B) or remove drain plug. See
Figure 5. Unscrew the Regulated Exhaust
Device from the top of the valve. Remove the
cover bolts (7) on the top cover of the air valve as
shown in Figure 2.
2. Pry cover (2) loose with sharp chisel or
screwdriver and lift off valve body. The float will
be connected to the cover.
3. Remove the retainer screws (28) and inspect the
seat (4) and button (11) for cracks in the rubber
or wear in the sealing surfaces.
4. Remove the plug (16) from the baffle (3). The
small orifice through the plug should be clean.
The plug shaft and bushing (9) ID should be
polished clean with 4x0 steel wool or 320 grit
polishing compound.
5. Turn guide bushing (9) to remove it from the
baffle. Remove the retainer rings (13) to
disassemble the float arm assembly.
6. Clean and inspect parts. Note: If floats contain
water, replace. Replace worn parts as
necessary.
REASSEMBLY
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. Refer to Figure 2.
1. Apply Loctite 680 thread sealant to guide bushing
threads (9) and thread bushing into baffle (3).

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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 manufactured, sold or intended for
personal, family or household purposes.
2. Lay seat (4), plug (16), and baffle (3) over
inverted cover and fasten with screws (28) with
maximum torque of 10 ft-lbs. Do not over tighten.
3. Assemble float (5) with Loctite 680 on the
threaded connections of float retainer (17) and
guide shaft retainer (35).
4. Insert pivot pins (12) through float arm (10) and
fasten with retainer rings (13). Thread in orifice
button (11) and secure with lockwasher (34) and
lock nut (18). Adjust orifice button so that when
float is seated against the plug, the button is
centered.
5. Lay cover gasket (6) over body flange and secure
with lubricated bolts (7) to the torque shown in
Table 2.
6. Place valve back in service. Refer to the
installation instructions on page 2. Slowly open
inlet isolation valve A as shown in Figure 5.
Model Number Bolt Size Torque (ft-lbs)
801SS, 7/16” 30
802SS, 803SS,
804SS 1/2” 45
TABLE 4. VALVE COVER BOLT TORQUES
PARTS AND SERVICE
Parts and service are available from your local
representative or the factory. Make note of the valve
Model No and Working Pressure 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