NIBCO NLH100H 4 in. Ductile Iron Flanged EPDM Locking Lever Handle Butterfly Valve Installation Manual
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INSTALLATION, OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Review Date: 06/14/2016
Original Date: 06/01/2009
Installation and Maintenance Guidelines for
NIBCO
®
Butterfly Valves with Rubber Seats
Commercial Series Valves
Fire Protection Valves
*UL/ULC/FM Listed
LD-1000/2000/7000/8000 Series
LD/WD-2000/3000/5000 Series
LC/WC-2000 Series
175 Bar
GD-6700 Series** 350 psi / 24 Bar CWP, 2-1/2” – 10”
FC/FD-2000 Series
FC/FD-5000 Series
N-200 Series
* * U L Li s te d on ly
F o r a ny t ec h nic al i nq u i r i e s pl ea s e c a l l NI B C O T ec h n i c al Se rv i c es
CAUTION: Only qualified personnel should undertake the procedures outlined in this document. NIBCO
INC., its agents, representatives and employees assumes no liability for the use of these procedures. These procedures are offered as suggestions only.
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I. SHIPMENT & STORAGE
NIBCO butterfly valves are individually boxed thru the 12" size. The 14" through 60" butterfly valves are shipped individually with the faces covered using cardboard or plywood to protect the flange sealing surfaces.
The disc is shipped in the nearly closed position to protect the sealing edge and prevents the liner from taking a temporary set. The stem bushings and disc edge have been coated with a factory-applied lubricant to prolong storage and service life.
Valves may be shipped or stored in any position. Storage should be limited to 10 years indoors with a temperature range of 40º F to 90º F (4°C to 32°C).
II. BUTTERFLY VALVE INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
NIBCO rubber-lined butterfly valves, depending on size and pressure rating, are designed to mate with Class 125/150 flange patterns in conformance to ASME B16.1, ASME B16.5, or
ASME B16.47 (Series A) flanges. Cast iron and steel flat-face flanges can be used with all
NIBCO butterfly valves; however, steel raised-face flanges should not be used with cast grey iron lug-style butterfly valves (NIBCO LC2000 and N200 series).
While flange standards specify flange OD, thickness, bolt size, bolt-circle diameter, and number of bolts, they may not specify flange opening ID. Care must be used when selecting mating components for use with NIBCO lug and wafer style butterfly valves. The internal diameter of flanges, fittings, and pipe must be compatible with the butterfly valve for proper seal-face integrity and disc operation .
When in the open position, the disc extends outward from the valve body. The internal diameter of connecting components must be large enough to allow clearance for the disc to fully open.
The disc clearances specified in Table 1 (below) are in accordance with MSS Standard Practice
SP-67 Butterfly Valves , Table A1 .
NIBCO 2” thru 48” size butterfly valves have an integral rubber face that seals to the attaching flange; therefore, a separate gasket is not necessary and should never be used.
The flange inside diameter must not be too large or it will not mate properly with this integral seal. See Table 1 (below) for minimum and maximum inside diameters of connecting piping/flanges to assure proper seal-face integrity and full operation of NIBCO butterfly valves.
Verify the inside diameter and clearance dimensions of all components connecting directly to a butterfly valve .
NIBCO butterfly valves are bi-directional and may be installed with flow in either direction. These valve can be installed in any horizontal or vertical position. If a choice of stem positions exists, the valve should be installed with the stem in the horizontal position; this will minimize seat wear by distributing the stem and disc weight evenly. Also, if the media is abrasive, the horizontal stem position is highly preferred.
Butterfly valves should be installed a minimum of six (6) pipe diameters, upstream and downstream, from other line components. This is not always practical but it is important to design in as much distance as possible. Interference may occur when valves are installed directly to the outlet flange of a swing check, silent check, or reducing flange. Check valve and butterfly valve combinations are very popular; normally a short spool piece is required between the valves.
When using a valve with gear operator attached, it may be desirable to have the hand wheel positioned to allow easy access, or for use of an optional adjustable sprocket rim (chain wheel) for remote operation. Before valve installation, please review Gear Operator Installation and
Hand Wheel Positioning section of this booklet. These instructions illustrate how to orient the
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gear operator hand wheel position in relation to the valve body and piping system. Pre-planning may save from having to remove a newly installed valve and reinstalling in another orientation.
TABLE 1
Piping/Flange Inside Diameter Requirements - Flange, Lug, & Wafer BFVs Only
Valve
Series
Valve Size
2”
2½”
3”
4”
5”
6”
8”
LD/WD/LC/WC
1000/2000/3000/5000 Series
Minimum
Pipe/Flange
ID for Disc
Clearance
2.00
2.37
2.67
3.69
4.76
5.84
8.01
Maximum
Pipe/Flange
ID for
Proper Seal
2.49
2.86
3.43
4.55
5.62
6.62
8.62
LD7000/8000 Series
Minimum
Pipe/Flange
ID for Disc
Clearance
1.31
1.89
2.64
Maximum
Pipe/Flange
ID for
Proper Seal
2.43
3.06
3.65
3.67 4.75
4.44 5.54
5.96
7.85
6.84
8.89
1.38
1.95
2.66
3.67
4.48
5.96
7.85
N200 Series
Minimum
Pipe/Flange
ID for Disc
Clearance
10”
12”
14”
16”
18”
20”
24”
28”
30”
32”
36”
42”
48”
54”
60”
10.00
11.99
13.02
15.20
17.09
18.90
23.05
—
29.06
—
33.59
39.83
44.85
—
—
10.80
13.12
14.01
16.30
18.31
20.08
24.71
—
30.29
—
35.78
42.77
48.27
—
—
9.73
11.71
13.02
15.20
17.16
19.10
23.04
27.10
29.08
30.91
33.60
39.87
44.86
50.67
54.93
10.70
12.74
15.50
17.90
19.67
21.05
25.57
29.31
31.28
33.93
36.77
44.96
51.57
54.25
60.25
9.76
11.72
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—
—
—
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—
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III. GEAR OPERATOR INSTALLATION AND HANDWHEEL POSITIONING
Maximum
Pipe/Flange
ID for
Proper Seal
2.24
2.74
3.33
4.55
5.50
6.66
8.61
10.75
12.79
—
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—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
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TABLE 2
Tools Required
Fire Protection
(UL/FM)
2” – 8” 9/16” Hex Wrench and 1/8” Hex Allen Wrench
10” – 12” 3/4” Hex Wrench and 1/8” Hex Allen Wrench
All Sizes
2” – 8”
10” – 14”
5/16” Socket Wrench for Stamped Flag
9/16” Hex Wrench
3/4” Hex Wrench Commercial
16” – 18” 1-1/8” Hex Wrench
1. Install hand wheel (1) onto gear operator shaft and secure with pin (2). (If not already attached)
See Figure 1.
2. Turn the hand wheel (1) clockwise until in full SHUT position.
3. Remove 2 screws holding pointer cover plate to center of gear operator to expose bore. Retain pointer cover plate and screws for reinstallation later.
4. Assure valve is in full SHUT position, turn valve stem (5) to close disc if necessary.
5. Assure mounting base of gear operator (3) and the valve top flange (6) are both clean and dry.
6. Determine desired hand wheel position in reference to the piping system and compare with Fig.
2. There are 2 mounting positions for the gear operator onto the valve and the valve can be mounted in either direction into the piping system. This will allow hand wheel to be positioned in any of the 4 quadrants as shown in Fig. 2. Note that all Fire Protection and 10” and 12” size commercial valves allow for hand wheel positioning in quadrants 1 and 2 only.
7a. Gear operators with adapter bushing:
Insert adapter bushing (4) into gear operator (3) bore aligning bushing key with desired keyway. Keyway selection will determine hand wheel orientation position. (Note that Fire
Protection model adapter bushings differ from illustration and only have 1 keyway position).
Align adapter bushing (4) bore with valve stem (5) and slide gear operator assembly onto valve stem (5) until seated with valve top flange.
7b. Gear operators without adapter bushing:
Align gear operator (3) bore with valve stem (5) and align with desired keyway. Keyway selection will determine hand wheel orientation position.
Slide gear operator assembly onto the valve stem (5) until seated with valve top flange.
8. Tightly secure gear operator (3) to valve top flange (6) using supplied* fasteners (7 & 8).
9. Reinstall pointer cover plate onto gear operator removed in Step 3 above. Arrow should be aligned to indicate SHUT position.
10. Install flag and secure with Allen Screw. (Fire Protection gear operators only).
11. Rotate hand wheel from SHUT to Full OPEN positions several times to assure proper orientation.
See Stop Adjustment Procedure Section of this instruction booklet if stop alignment adjustment is necessary.
12. Proceed with valve installation into piping system.
* A minimum of two fasteners is required, installed in opposite diagonal corners.
NOTES:
For Fire Protection gear operators, it is critical to use only the key supplied with gear operator in order to conform to UL, FM and ULC specifications.
Connection of gear operator to valve stem varies depending on gear operator model, size and style. The adapter bushing and key may be different from Figure 1 illustration shown.
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Always position the connecting pipe flanges accurately in the line, allowing sufficient space between the flanges for the valve. Make sure the pipe flange faces are clean of any foreign material such as scale, metal shavings or welding slag. Valves should be installed with the disc in the closed position to prevent damage to sealing surfaces.
NOTE: Fully open and fully shut any butterfly valve before attempting to install it into a system, to ensure and confirm the valve is operational across its travel range and seating properly in the opened and shut positions.
1. Carefully insert the valve between the pipe flanges. Do not apply any lubricants to the seat faces as this may damage them.
2. Line up, center and secure the valve between flanges using desired bolts or studs as listed in Table
4. Do not tighten bolts at this time.
3. Carefully open the valve to assure free unobstructed disc movement. Disc interference may result when valves are installed in pipelines having smaller than normal inside diameters, such as heavy wall pipe, plastic-lined pipe, as-cast flanges, or reducing flanges. Interference can also occur when connecting directly to a swing check or silent check. Suitable corrective measures must be taken to remove these obstructions, such as taper boring the pipe or installing a spacer or spool piece.
4. After proper operation is verified, tighten the bolts to the minimum recommended bolt torques listed in Table 3, below, using a cross-over pattern as shown in Figure 3. NOTE: When installing any cartridge liner butterfly valve, i.e. N200 valves or LD 1000/2000 valves NPS 14” and larger, between two flanges, it is critical that the cartridge liner be evenly compressed from both sides of the mating flanges (REFER to NIBCO Technical Bulletin NTB-1012-03 for more details ). NIBCO recommends a multi-stepped process utilizing the cross-over pattern be used to draw the flanges against the liner from both side of the valve at the same rate, ensuring the liner is compressed evenly. This method differs from the practice used on smaller valves, wherein one flange side is completely tightened before moving to the opposite side.
5. Pressurize piping to valve and inspect for leakage. If leakage is observed, tighten bolts using cross-over pattern, increasing torque until leak stops.
DO NOT EXCEED MAXIMUM TORQUES LISTED IN TABLE 3 BELOW.
6. Recommended torques are made without warranty. Installer must verify proper strength bolts for application. Bolts shall be clean and un-lubricated.
NOTES:
LUG STYLE VALVES – Extra care should be used when installing with raised faced flanges.
Over tightening of bolts can result in broken valve lugs.
Class 250 cast iron and Class 300 steel flanges cannot be used on these valves.
Rubber faced or mechanical flanges are not recommended.
These valves are not recommended for steam service.
Valves not be assembled to the flanges & then welded into the piping system.
Lever-lock handles are not recommended for use on 8” and larger valves.
Do install valves with EPDM liner in compressed air lines.
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Flange Size
2” – 4”
5” – 8”
10” and 12”
14” and 16”
18” and 20”
24” – 30”
32” – 48”
54” – 60”
TABLE 3
Recommended Bolt Tightening Torques
Bolt Size
5/8”
3/4”
7/8”
1”
1-1/8”
1-1/4”
1-1/2”
1-3/4”
Minimum Bolt
Torque (ft./lbs.)
20
30
50
70
100
140
200
350
Maximum Bolt
Torque (ft./lbs.)
70
120
200
240
380
520
800
1800
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TABLE 4
Recommended Bolt Lengths
0.63 — — 1.25
2” 1.69
4.00 8
5/8 – 11 UNC
2-1/2” 1.81
5.00 8
5/8 – 11 UNC
0.75 — — 1.50
3” 1.81
5.00 8
5/8 – 11 UNC
14”
16”
3.01
3.38
1.38
1.44
1.38
1.44
—
—
2.50
3.00
7.00
8.00
24
32
1 – 8 UNC
1 – 8 UNC
28” 6.42
—
1-1/4 – 7 UNC
30” 6.57
2.12 — — 3.50 — 56
—
1-1/4 – 7 UNC
32” 7.40
—
1-1/2 – 6 UNC
36” 8.00
2.38 — — 4.00 — 64
—
1-1/2 – 6 UNC
64
42” 9.88
2.62 — — 4.50 — 72
—
1-1/2 – 6 UNC
48” 10.87
2.75 — — 4.50 — 88
—
1-1/2 – 6 UNC
54” 15.00
3.00 — — 7.00 — 88
—
1-3/4 – 5 UNC
60” 15.00
3.12 — — 7.00 — 104
—
1-3/4 – 5 UNC
104
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GEAR OPERATOR PART NUMBERS
2” – 12”
UL/FM VALVE GEAR OPERATOR
2” – 24”
COMMERCIAL VALVE GEAR OPERATOR
Part
Number
T117166 PP
T117167 PP
T117890 PP
T117168 PP
Valve
Size
2” – 4”
2-1/2” – 3”
5” – 6”
4” – 6”
8”
8”
10” – 12”
10”
2-1/2” – 10”
UL/FM VALVE GEAR OPERATOR
Part
Number
Valve
Size
T118775 PP 2-1/2” – 4”
T118776 PP 6” – 8”
T117168 PP 10”
Valve
Series
WD/LD-3510
GD-4765
WD/LD-3510
GD-4765
WD/LD-3510
GD-4765
WD/LD-3510
GD-4765
Valve
Series
GD-4865/6865
GD-4865/6865
GD-4865/6865
Part
Number
T117118 PP
T117119 PP
T117120 PP
T117121 PP
T116697 PP
T026150 PP
T026151 PP
T026211 PP
T026212 PP
Valve
Size
2” – 6”
2” – 5”
8”
6” – 8”
10”
12”
10” – 12”
14”
16”
18”
20”
24”
Valve
Series
WD/LD-2000/3000
FC/FD/GD-
2000/5000/4000
WD/LD-2000/3000
FC/FD/GD-
2000/5000/4000
WD/LD-2000/3000
WD/LD-2000/3000
FC/FD/GD-
2000/5000/4000
LD-1000/2000
TABLE 5
2” – 8” valves
10” – 18” valves
20” – 24” valves
Tools Required
4mm or 5mm Hex Allen Wrench
6mm Hex Allen Wrench
8mm Hex Allen Wrench
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V. STOP ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
NOTE: It is best to visually check the valve disc OPEN and SHUT positions before the valve is installed in the system piping to assure proper valve operation.
1. Attach gear operator to the top of the valve and securely tighten bolts, or verify bolts are securely tight if you received a valve with the gear operator already attached.
2. Rotate the hand wheel clockwise until it stops. Visually check to see that the valve disc is centered in the valve seat for proper seal. Note that the indicator flag (Fire Protection) or pointer (Commercial) on top of gear operator represents the disc position. If the stop location is not correct, proceed to step 5.
3. Rotate the hand wheel counter-clockwise until it stops. Visually check to see that the valve disc is centered in the valve opening. Note that the indicator flag (Fire Protection) or pointer
(Commercial) on top of gear operator represents the disc position. If the stop location is not correct, proceed to step 5.
4. If both stops are set correctly, valve is ready for installation.
5. Stop adjustment – Using a proper size hex Allen wrench, remove both locking set screws (A) as shown in Figures 5 and 6.
SHUT stop adjustment - Using proper size hex Allen wrench, turn set screw (B) counterclockwise 2 turns. Rotate hand wheel until disc is centered in valve seat. Turn set screw
(B) clockwise until it stops. Secure set screw “B” by replacing only one locking set screw
(A) in same hole and tightening it until it stops.
OPEN stop adjustment – Using proper size hex Allen wrench, turn set screw (C) counterclockwise 2 turns. Rotate hand wheel until disc is centered in valve opening. Turn set screw (C) clockwise until it stops. Secure set screw (C) by replacing second locking set screw (A) in same hole and tightening it until it stops.
6. Again visually verify both OPEN and SHUT stops are correctly set. Repeat step 5 if necessary.
7. If the valve is installed in the system piping and cannot be removed, it is possible to adjust the stops, but is a little more difficult. The only difference is that instead of visually checking the actual disc in the valve; you have to visually check the flag (Fire Protection) or pointer
(Commercial) position. Because the exact flag or pointer position is more difficult to determine, it may take a couple tries to set the SHUT stop. OPEN stop adjustment is not critical; ±5° travel is adequate.
NOTE: The gear operator’s OPEN and SHUT positions have been set at time of shipping.
These instructions should be used for slight adjustment as needed.
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VI. SWITCH DETAILS– UL/FM FIRE PROTECTION GEAR OPERATORS
Rating:
11 amps @ 125 VAC 60 Hz, or 1 amp @ 28 VDC non-inductive.
Wiring:
All lead wires are 18 AWG, 18 inches long and exit the operator housing through a single threaded hole designed for use with a ½ inch conduit fitting.
Valve Series Supervision Position Switch Kit Number
GD4765-8N
WD/LD3510-8*
GD4765C-8N
WD/LD3510C-8*
Valve Open
Valve Closed
T117774 PP
(TS-4)
T1447531 PP
GD4865-8N
GD6865-8N
Valve Open T1446762 PP
GD4865C-8N
GD6865C-8N
Valve Closed T1447532 PP
*2002 or Newer Model Wafer & Lug UL/FM Butterfly Valves
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VII. TS-4 SWITCH T-117774 PP & T-1446762 PP SWITCH REPLACEMENT
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FACTORY INSTALLED SWITCHES FOR NIBCO GD4765-8N,
GD4765C-8N, WD/LD3510-8, WD/LD3510C-8 (2002 or Newer Model Wafer & Lug
UL/FM Butterfly Valves)
TABLE 6
All valves
2” – 8” valves
10” – 12” valves
Tools Required
1/8” Hex Allen Wrench
Standard Flat Blade Screwdriver
Continuity Tester
5/32” Pin Head Wrench
9/16” Socket Wrench
3/16” Pin Head Wrench
3/4” Socket Wrench
FIGURE 8
1. Remove flag (A) by backing out (approx. 2 turns) screw (B). See Figure 8.
2. Remove one tamper-proof pin head screw (C), three hex head screws (D), and gear operator cover (E).
3. Remove the two screws holding the switch assembly into the housing, and one screw holding the green ground wire to housing, and remove complete switch assembly.
4. Feed electrical wires of new switch assembly through the conduit hole in rear of housing.
5. Place two screws (with lock washers) thru the switch mounting holes, then thru the mounting holes of the insulation paper. Place switch assembly (F) into gear housing with switch actuating arms against quadrant gear. Tighten two screws to secure switches, and one screw to secure green ground wire to housing.
6. Conduct switch continuity test to make sure they are functioning properly. Refer to Figure 7.
7. Reinstall cover plate, screws, and flag. Tighten all screws.
8. Auxiliary switch end connection to be reviewed and accepted by local authority having jurisdiction.
NOTE: Instructions are the same regardless of valve end connections.
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VIII. T-1446762 PP AND T1447532 PP SWITCH REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
FACTORY INSTALLED SWITCHES FOR NIBCO GD4865-8N, GD4865-C-8N,
GD6865-8N, GD6865-C-8N UL/FM Butterfly Valves
NOTE: Grooved end valve shown
For illustration purposes only.
See SECTION VII. SWITCH REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
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IX. KEY DRIVE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS – 2” THRU 12” UL / FM BUTTERFLY
VALVES
NOTES:
All replacement parts must be obtained from your NIBCO distributor. Key drive material and size is specifically designed to meet performance requirements of UL and FM. Failure to use the properly sized replacement parts may void the UL and FM ratings.
Drive Key (section of weakness) will shear if excessive torque is applied to the input of the gear operator while the disc is blocked partially open.
TABLE 7
Tools Required
All valves
2” – 8” valves
1/8” Hex Allen Wrench
9/16” Socket Wrench
10” – 12” valves 3/4” Socket Wrench
FIGURE 9
1. Loosen the set screw (B) that secures the flag (A) to the stem. Remove the flag. See Fig. 9.
2. Remove the four (4) hex head cap screws (C) that fasten the gear operator (D) to the valve.
3. Lift the gear operator straight up from the valve. In most cases the adapter bushing (F) will stay in the segment quadrant gear because the broken key causes interference between the gear and adapter bushing.
4. Pull the adapter bushing from the gear. Some force may be required.
5. After removing the adapter bushing, remove the broken key.
6. Place the new key in keyway of adapter bushing (F).
7. With drive adapter bushing and key in place within gear operator, carefully slide the gear operator over stem until it rests flush on the valve operator mounting flange. The hand wheel may need to be turned in order to align bolt holes and the orientation pin.
8. Secure gear operator with four (4) hex head screws (securely tighten), replace flag on stem and then tighten set screw on flag.
9. Check operation of valve by turning hand wheel from fully OPEN to fully SHUT position.
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X. MEMORY STOP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS –
2” THRU 24” SIZE COMMERCIAL GEAR OPERATORS ONLY
TABLE 8
All valves
Tools Required
2” – 8” valves
10” – 24” valves
2.5mm Hex Allen
Wrench
10mm Wrench
13mm Wrench
FIGURE 10
1. Remove the two screws holding the top cover (Indicator Pointer) onto segment gear. Discard cover and screws. See Figure 10.
2. Place indicator (5), supplied with kit, around bottom hub (4). Align key (6) on bottom hub with slot in segment gear and slide into place.
3. Attach with two supplied M4 x 12 flat head screws (3).
4. Remove one cap screw (1) holding cover onto gear operator housing and replace with stop pin (7).
5. Use cap screw (1) you just removed to secure the top hub (2) to the bottom hub (4). Top hub can be moved 360 degrees in 5 degree increments.
6. Tighten cap screw (1) once top hub is appropriately set.
NOTE: The gear operator provides a large mechanical advantage. Be careful to stop turning the handwheel when the pointer of top hub (2) contacts stop pin (7) to prevent damage.
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XI. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR – ALL SERIES & SIZES - VALVES ONLY
Due to the many unique features in the NIBCO butterfly valve design, there is no regular maintenance or lubrication required.
XII. GEAR OPERATOR SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
During installation, customer should carefully adjust gear operator stops for proper valve OPEN and
SHUT positioning.
NIBCO gear operators are suitable for both indoor and outdoor service. However, outdoor service can be harsh depending upon the conditions that the unit is exposed to. For example; constant exposure to high heat, humidity, rain, snow, salt spray, or other corrosive media may lead to corrosion of the iron castings, steel hand wheel shaft, or other components.
NIBCO recommends that gear operators exposed to these extreme conditions be checked and serviced on a regular basis. This can be accomplished during normal exercising or operation of the valve (Butterfly Valves should be operated at least once per year or depending upon conditions, as often as quarterly).
NIBCO tries to balance the needs of our customers and provide a gear operator that fits most service conditions. It is the responsibility of the ultimate installer / owner to specify the valve and gear operator based upon the application and conditions that it will be exposed to.
For general gear operator maintenance, refer to NIBCO Technical Bulletin NTB-1012-01 .
For harsh outdoor service refer to NIBCO Technical Bulletin NTB-0208-02 to address maintenance that can be performed in the field for units installed outdoors in extreme conditions.
For installations where spare parts are held on site, it is suggested that a spare gear operator be held as an interchangeable item.
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