VAT 24436-GE01 Assembly instructions

Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions
Series 244, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
Series 245, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland
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Vacuum Angle valve (Series 244)
Vacuum Inline valve (Series 245)
●with manual actuator
This manual is valid for the valve ordering number(s):
24436-QA/QH/QE/GE/01
24438-QA/QH/QE/GE/01
24536-QA/QH/QE/GE/01
24538-QA/QH/QE/GE/01
The fabrication number is indicated on each product as per the label
below (or similar):
made in Switzerland
Fabrication No.:
patented
. .
24
.
..
–
.. . .
–
. .. . /. . . .
A
–
. . .. . .
Fabrication number
Explanation of symbols:
Read declaration carefully before you start any other
action!
Keep body parts and objects away from the valve
opening!
Attention! Hot surfaces; do not touch!
Product is in conformity with EC guidelines,
if applicable!
Loaded springs and/or air cushions are potential
hazards!
Disconnect electrical power and compressed air
lines. Do not touch parts under voltage!
Wear gloves!

Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions
Series 244, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
Series 245, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland
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Read these «Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions» and the enclosed «General
Safety Instructions» carefully before you start any other action!
Imprint:
VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland
Manufacturer
Website
www.vatvalve.com
Phone
[phone]
Fax
[phone]
Email
[e-mail]
Publisher VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland
Editor VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland
Print VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland
Copyright © VAT Vakuumventile AG 2008
No part of these Instructions may be reproduced in any way (photocopies, microfilms or any
other reproduction processes) nor may it be manipulated with electronic systems, duplicated or
distributed without written permission from VAT. Offenders are liable to pay damages.
The original VAT firmware and updated state of the art versions of the VAT firmware are
intended for use with VAT products. The VAT firmware contains a limited, time unlimited user
license. The VAT firmware may not be used for purposes other than those intended nor is it
permitted to make copies of the VAT firmware. In particular, it is strictly forbidden to give
copies of the VAT firmware to other people.
The use of trade names, brand names, trademarks, etc. in these Instructions does not entitle
third parties to consider these names to be unprotected and to use them freely. This is in
accordance with the meaning of the laws and acts covering brand names and trademarks.

Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions
Series 244, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
Series 245, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland
Tel [phone] Fax [phone] [e-mail] www.vatvalve.com 265903EC
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Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions
Series 244, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
Series 245, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland
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Contents:
1Use of product .......................................................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Technical data for standard valve...................................................................................................................... 5
2Installation................................................................................................................................................................. 5
2.1 Unpacking.......................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Installation into the system................................................................................................................................. 6
3Operation.................................................................................................................................................................. 6
3.1 Normal operation................................................................................................................................................ 6
3.2 Operation under increased temperature............................................................................................................ 6
4Maintenance & repairs.............................................................................................................................................. 7
4.1 Replacement of vacuum seals........................................................................................................................... 8
4.1.1 Dismantling of "actuator/plate assembly"................................................................................................. 8
4.1.2 Replacement of plate seal ....................................................................................................................... 8
4.1.3 Installation of "actuator/gate assembly"................................................................................................... 8
5Drawing..................................................................................................................................................................... 9
6Spare parts ............................................................................................................................................................. 10
7Warranty................................................................................................................................................................. 10

Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions
Series 244, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
Series 245, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland
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1 Use of product
Use product for clean and dry indoor vacuum applications under the conditions indicated in chapter «Technical data» only!
Other applications are only allowed with the written permission of VAT.
1.1 Technical data for standard valve
Leak rate 1 x 10-9 mbar l / s
Pressure range when valve is open 1 x 10-7 mbar to 4 bar (abs)
Conductance in high vacuum DN 63: 160 l s-1
DN 80: 200 l s-1
Differential pressure on the plate in opening / closing direction DN63 ≤5 bar, DN80 ≤4 bar
Differential pressure at opening ≤1 bar in either direction
Admissible temperature: valve body, actuator and handwheel 0°C to 120°C
Technical data for valve with specific options according to «product data sheet».
Product data sheet on request.
2 Installation
2.1 Unpacking
Before unpacking the valve, make sure that the packaging is in impeccable condition and the valve has not suffered
damage.
Note! The plastic packing material and/or protective covers may only be removed immediately before the valve is
mounted into the system. Unprotected sealing surfaces must be treated with care and kept clean.

Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions
Series 244, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
Series 245, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland
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2.2 Installation into the system
DN (nom. I.D.)
Axial tensile or
compressive force
«FA»
Bending moment
«M»
mm inch N lbf Nm
lbf .ft
63 2
1/2200 45 18 13
80 3 225 50 22 16
A combination of both forces «FA» and «M» is prohibited. Please contact VAT.
3 Operation
3.1 Normal operation
The valve is fully open when the green marking on the spindle is visible.
3.2 Operation under increased temperature
See «1.1 Technical data»
If you need any further information, please contact one of our service centers. You can find the addresses on our website:
http://www.vat.ch

Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions
Series 244, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
Series 245, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland
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4 Maintenance & repairs
Under clean operating conditions, the valve does not require any maintenance during the specified cycle life.
Contamination from the process may influence the function and requires more frequent maintenance.
Before carrying out any maintenance or repairs, please contact VAT. It has to be individually decided whether the
maintenance/repair can be performed by the customer or has to be carried out by VAT. The fabrication number on the
valve
made in Switzerland
Fabrication No.: patented . .
. . . . . – . . . . – . . . . / . . . .
A
– . . . . . .
Fabrication number
has always to be specified.
All supplies (e. g. compressed air, electrical power) must be disconnected for removal/installation of the valve from/into
the system and for maintenance work.
Keep fingers and objects away from the valve opening!
Products returned to VAT must be free of harmful substances such as e.g. toxical, caustic or microbiological ones. If
products are radioactively contaminated, fill in the VAT form «Contamination and Radiation Report» and send it with the
product. The form is available at VAT. The maximum values indicated in the form must not be exceeded.

Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions
Series 244, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
Series 245, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland
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4.1 Replacement of vacuum seals
The item numbers in brackets refer to the drawing on page 9
4.1.1 Dismantling of "actuator/plate assembly"
•Untighten and remove 4 screws (60) uniformly and crosswise
•Carefully withdraw "actuator/plate assembly" from valve body
•Remove bonnet seal (O-ring, 62) from groove
4.1.2 Replacement of plate seal
•Pick O-ring (61) with a needle and pull it out of groove
Attention: Do not damage the sealing surface!
•Check condition of sealing surface and clean it with alcohol
•Put new O-ring (61) on gate groove and press it into groove, in crosswise order, at 4 locations
•Press whole O-ring uniformly into groove
4.1.3 Installation of "actuator/gate assembly"
•Check condition of sealing surfaces at bonnet and valve seat and clean sealing surfaces with alcohol
•Put bonnet seal (O-ring, 62) into groove
•Carefully insert "actuator/gate assembly". Do not cant!
•Tighten 4 screws (60) uniformly and crosswise in 2 to 3 steps
•Perform function and leak test

Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions
Series 244, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
Series 245, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland
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5 Drawing
(Drawing shows the angle valve version. Inline version has a different body.)

Installation, Operating & Maintenance Instructions
Series 244, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
Series 245, DN 63 - 80 (I.D.21/2" - 3")
VAT Vakuumventile AG, CH-9469 Haag, Switzerland
Tel [phone] Fax [phone] [e-mail] www.vatvalve.com 265903EC
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6 Spare parts
Please specify the fabrication number of the valve (see yellow label on valve) when ordering spare parts. This is
to ensure that the appropriate spare parts are supplied.
Extras
Item Description
1 Body
15/1 Feedthrough end piece
15/2 Plate
15/3 Shaft feedthrough O-Ring
26 Manual actuator complete
30 Handle
61 Plate seal (O-ring)
62 Bonnet seal (O-ring)
61/62 Seal kit vacuum
VAT vacuum grease 12g
Loctite 222 10ml / 50ml / 250ml
7 Warranty
Each product sold by VAT Vakuumventile AG (VAT) is warranted to be free from the manufacturing defects that adversely
affect the normal functioning thereof during the warranty period stated in VAT's «Terms of Sale» immediately following
delivery thereof by VAT, provided that the same is properly operated under conditions of normal use and that regular,
periodic maintenance and service is performed or replacements made, in accordance with the instructions provided by
VAT. The foregoing warranty shall not apply to any product or component that has been repaired or altered by anyone
other than an authorized VAT representative or that has been subject to improper installation or abuse, misuse,
negligence or accident. VAT shall not be liable for any damage, loss, or expense, whether consequential, special,
incidental, direct or otherwise, caused by, arising out of or connected with the manufacture, delivery (including any delay
in or failure to deliver), packaging, storage or use of any product sold or delivered by VAT shall fail to conform to the
foregoing warranty or to the description thereof contained herein, the purchaser thereof, as its exclusive remedy, shall
upon prompt notice to VAT of any such defect or failure and upon the return of the product, part or component in question
to VAT at its factory, with transportation charges prepaid, and upon VAT's inspection confirming the existence of any
defect inconsistent with said warranty or any such failure, be entitled to have such defect or failure cured at VAT's factory
and at no charge therefor, by replacement or repair of said product, as VAT may elect. VAT MAKES NO WARRANTY OR
REPRESENTATION OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, (INCLUDING NO WARRANTY OR MERCHANTABILITY),
EXCEPT FOR THE FOREGOING WARRANTY AND THE WARRANTY THAT EACH PRODUCT SHALL CONFORM TO
THE DESCRIPTION THEREOF CONTAINED HEREIN, and no warranty shall be implied by law.
Furthermore, the «Terms of sale» at the back of the price list are applicable.