7.2 Maintenance procedures
One maintenance procedures are defined for this valve:
Replacement of gate seal (gate and bonnet seal) and valve cleaning
Required frequency of cleaning and replacement of seals is depending on process
conditions.
VAT can give the following recommendations for preventive maintenance:
Gate seal (gate and bonnet seal)
For spare parts of gate and bonnet seal refer to chapter: «Spare parts»
7.2.1 Replacement of gate seals and valve cleaning
7.2.1.1 Required tools
Allen Wrench 4 mm (Allen torque wrench 4 mm)
2 × Open end wrench 13mm
Open end torque wrench 13 mm
Clean room wiper
Isopropyl alcohol
Vacuum grease (see chapter spare parts)
O-ring removal tool
(see chapter Accessories)
1. Vent both valve chambers
2. Open the valve
3. Turn off power to valve controller
4. Disable power-fail option (wait 60
seconds)
5. Disconnect power cable at controller