7 COMMISSIONING, DECOMISSIONING, MAINTENANCE
Revision status: 03/05/2022 17 Index number: D0-116
7.5 Correct malfunctions and defects
Malfunctions or defects may occur during operation. The following table shows possible
causes and the appropriate solution. If malfunctions/defects are not listed, please contact the
manufacturer.
Calming distance too low/not
respected
Install the valve at a suitable
position in order to be able to
maintain the calming distance
Select smaller nominal size
Valve installed the wrong way
round
Align flow direction arrow with
flow direction
Increase pressure or flow rate
Closing spring too strong, valve
cannot open
Use a weaker closing spring
Rework sealing surface,
replace affected component if
necessary
Clean the sealing surface
Replace affected components
Closing spring worn/defective
Flanges not sufficiently braced
Check fasteners and
retighten if necessary
Sealing surface/seal damaged
Rework sealing surface,
replace body if necessary
Sealing surface/seal dirty
Clean sealing surface/seal