SOCLA PN10 Ball Check Valve with Flanges Instruction Manual
- June 4, 2024
- SOCLA
Table of Contents
SOCLA PN10 Ball Check Valve with Flanges
Introduction
Before fitting the filter to the installation, make sure that the operating conditions are compatible with the details given on the identification plate, this instruction notice, and the manufacturer’s details ( price list, recommended uses, advisory service). Socla cannot be held responsible for the malfunctioning of the filter nor for damage or injury resulting from failure to respect these details.
European Directives
Our filters subject to directives are the object of statements of conformity available from our sales department.
- Directive 97/23/CE (Equipment under Pressure) Some of our filters conform to Directive 97/23/CE Equipment under Pressure in category 3.3 or I.
Identification Plates
This plate must not be removed from the filter and must be kept legible by the user.
- Fluids Group 1: dangerous fluids (directive 67/548/CEE) /explosive / extremely inflammable /easily inflammable /inflammable / very toxic / toxic / combustive.
- Fluids Group 2: all other fluids (except for water supply, distribution, and evacuation networks).
Test Pressure: 1,5 x PMA
Modifications, errors, and printing mistakes cannot be held responsible for damages incurred. Socla reserves the right to modify products without prior warning. All trademarks of these products are the property of the respective companies.
Spare parts list
The components of the filters are indicated on the technical datasheets. The technical datasheets are available on our internet site http://www.socla.com or from our sales staff.
Transport and storage
Before installation
- The filter must not be removed from its original packaging.
- The filter must be stored inside premises that are clean, dry, and free from UV light.
- On-site, the filter must not be removed from its original packaging and must be protected from the surrounding elements (dust, sand, rain,….)
During handling and installation
Filters that do not have lifting rings must be handled using adequate straps.
These should not be liable to damage coatings on the filter casing. Any filter
which has undergone a considerable impact must be returned to Socla for
checking. A crack that is invisible to the naked eye may in time lead to a
leak into the atmosphere. Avoid bumping coated parts, especially around the
surfaces of the flange.
Installation
General remarks
The installation must take place under the supervision of an authorized person taking into account local safety instructions and advice. The handling of filters must be done by staff trained in all technical aspects of their operation. Before installation, the pipes must be depressurized and purged (empty of fluid) in order to avoid any danger to the operator. The pipework must be correctly aligned so that no extra stress is exerted on the filter casing. The filter is a fragile piece of equipment and must not be used to align or break the flanges of pipework.
Installation position
An arrow on the filter casing indicates the direction of the flow.
Fitting to the pipework
Make sure that:
- the surfaces of the flanges or other threaded connections are clean and undamaged.
- the filter can be easily fitted between the flanges without damaging the surface of the flanges or joints.
Prise apart the flanges with a suitable tool (without damaging the flanges) if the fit is too tight.
Commissioning
Before putting into operation, check that:
- The working conditions are compatible with the details given on the identification plate, this instruction notice, and the manufacturer’s details (technical datasheet, price list catalog, advisory service).
- On a new installation or after maintenance, the circuit must be rinsed with the valve completely open in order to remove solid matter which may damage the internal parts of the filter.
The installation should be put under pressure progressively to avoid damage that might occur to internal components. During a prolonged stoppage, a change in the state of the fluid may result in damage when the installation is brought back into service (solidification….). Establish an adequate procedure program for cleaning the system.
Maintenance
- Maintenance and repair work must be carried out by qualified personnel.
- Manipulate the filter and its components carefully to avoid damage.
Removing the filter from the installation
- The pipe must be depressurized and purged (emptied of its fluid) in order to avoid any danger to the operator.
- If the installation has carried fluids that are dangerous in themselves if in contact with the outside atmosphere (inflammable, corrosive, toxic, explosive..) it must be thoroughly cleaned to eliminate all risks.
- All fluid remaining in the filter must be removed.
- The temperature of the filter must be lower than 35°C to avoid all risks of burning.
- If necessary, perform the operation using suitable protection (clothing, gloves, mask…)
Maintenance of the filter
- All spare parts must be genuine Socla. All the parts in the maintenance kit must be used.
- The list of spare parts is given in the technical datasheets.
- The reference number of the filter and the manufacturer’s serial number indicated on the identification plate must be quoted in any request for spare parts and during any claim or return of parts.
- Using grease is not permitted in a «silicone-free» environment.
- Grease must be compatible with the fluid being carried and the constraints of the installation.