INSTALLATION, OPERATION

AND MAINTENANCE
MANUAL

API 600 CAST STEEL GATE VALVE

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD ......................................................................................................................................... 4
1. END USER INSTRUCTION ................................................................................................................. 4
2. VALVE TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE ........................................................................................ 5

2.1 TRANSPORTATION ................................................................................................................. 5

2.2 STORAGE ............................................................................................................................... 5

3. VALVE INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................... 6

3.1 INSPECTION BEFORE INSTALLATION ..................................................................................... 6

3.2 INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................ 7

4. VALVE OPERATION ........................................................................................................................... 10

5. VALVE MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................................... 11
6. DETAILED DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ........................................................................................ 12

6.1 GATE VALVE DISASSEMBLY ................................................................................................. 12

6.2 GATE VALVE ASSEMBLY.......................................................................................................... 13

6.3 PACKING INSTALLATION SEQUENCE .................................................................................. 14

WARNING: NEVER REPLACE PACKING WHILE THE VALVE IS UNDER PRESSURE ......................... 14

7. TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................................................ 18
8. WARRANTY AND SERVICE ............................................................................................................... 19

8.1 VALVE WARRANTY PERIOD .................................................................................................... 19

8.2 SERVICE ................................................................................................................................. 19

APPENDIX I – INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................... 20

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 TYPICAL CONFIGURATION
API 600 CAST STEEL GATE VALVE

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FOREWORD

Personal Safety and Long Term Ownership of your DHV API 600 Gate Valve is the most important matter
in reviewing our Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual. This manual will provide all the
necessary safety guidelines for our valve including information for valve transportation, storage,
installation, operation and maintenance. Please read carefully before installing or servicing the valve.

DHV provides general guidelines in this manual, and cannot provide specific data and warnings for all
possible applications. The purchaser/end user must therefore assume responsibility for proper valve
selection, sizing, installation, operation, and maintenance of DHV valve products. The purchaser/end
user should read and understand this document and any instructions provided with the product, and
conduct training with its employees and contractors to ensure they are aware of the proper and safe use
of DHV valve products in connection with the specific application.

1. END USER INSTRUCTION

Personnel safety is always the most important factor in the transportation, storage, installation,
operation and maintenance of any valve. DHV valves are designed to meet the customer’s order
requirements and specifications. DHV disclaims all responsibility for problems that may be caused by
applications other than the specified use. Valve service pressure/temperature information is detailed on
the valve name plate. When selecting a valve, always consider the application, service and temperature
for the intended service. Select the applicable valve material for anti-corrosion and anti-abrasive service.
For safety of personnel and plant/environment: Prior to conducting any service on the valve, ensure the
valve is not under pressure, properly vented, and drained. For all electric, hydraulic or pneumatic
actuated valves, all power connections to the valve/actuator must be turned off before performing any
maintenance and service. When performing any operation, maintenance or service, personal protective
equipment should be used, such as protective clothing, oxygen masks, safety glasses, work gloves, etc.
DHV will not be responsible for any loss or expense resulting from the failure of equipment, damage to
any property, or death or injury to any person resulting in whole or in part from repairs or modifications
performed by other than authorized DHV personnel. Such unauthorized repairs shall also serve to
terminate any contractual or other warranty, if any, on the equipment and may result in the equipment
no longer meeting applicable requirements.

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2. VALVE TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

2.1 TRANSPORTATION

1. Valves should remain in the closed position to prevent damage to the seating surface during
shipping and handling. Each valve should be securely packaged either on a pallet or in a crate to
avoid any damage during shipping.
2. Use the proper hoisting equipment to transport the valve, especially when lifting or lowering the
valve. Special attention to personnel safety and the care of the valve should be made when
transporting the valve. Avoid impacting or striking the valve during transportation. Lay the valve
on a clean flat surface; avoid laying the valve on the flange face. Ensure there is adequate clearance
around the valve for proper operation and maintenance.

When lifting the valve, use the valve lifting lugs; if the valve does not come with lifting lugs, use an
appropriate sized sling through the valve yoke to lift the valve.

WARNING: NEVER USE THE HAND WHEEL OR VALVE STEM TO LIFT THE VALVE.

3. During transportation, ensure the valve’s paint, name plate and flange sealing surfaces are fully
protected. Do not drag the valve across the floor, or place the valve flange sealing face on the floor.
4. For those valves not required to be immediately installed, do not open the end flange protective
covers. Ensure the valves are stored in a safe, clean environment and are protected from rain and
dust.

2.2 STORAGE

1. Valves should be stored in the closed position. Valve ports and flange serration surfaces should be
kept sealed with protective flange covers.
2. Valves should be stored in a dust free, low humidity and well-ventilated room, not in direct contact
to the floor. If possible, the valves shall be kept in the original packing crate. If the valves must be
stored outdoors, keep them in the original crate or shipping container. Ensure the valve’s packaging
is stored on raised blocking to avoid moisture damage. Protective covering should be used for
protection against dust and rain.
3. Valves should never be stacked on top of each other, to avoid any valve distortion which may affect
valve performance and cause personnel injury.

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 4. Valves that have been stored for an extended time should be cleaned and inspected prior to
installation. Inspect the sealing surface to ensure it is clean and free of any debris or damage.
5. Do not expose the valve to any corrosive environment as this may cause damage to the valve stem
threads.

3. VALVE INSTALLATION

• Review all documentation to fully understand the valve and related information that will provide
safe installation and a long service life for your valve.
• Valve information can be found on the valve body, and the name plate. Figure 2 is a typical
nameplate.
• Valve ends should have a protective cover to protect the valve bore from any foreign particles
and dust which will damage the gate and seat sealing surfaces.

Figure 2 Typical Valve Nameplate Nameplate Information

3.1 INSPECTION BEFORE INSTALLATION

3.1.1 Before installation, check the valve name plate and valve body information to ensure the valve
is suitable for the intended service.
3.1.2 Before installation, remove the flange cover and the protective film on the flange sealing face,
inspect the bore and the flange sealing surface, remove any dirt with a clean soft cloth, use an anti-
corrosive cleaning liquid to clean if necessary, and never use any other chemical products.
3.1.3 Inspect the flange gasket (including ring gasket) sealing surface and ensure it is in acceptable
condition for installation.

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 3.1.4 After cleaning the valve and before installation, open and close the valve one time. Ensure the
valve operates smoothly. If abnormal operation is experienced, stop the operation and inspect the
valve stem and valve bore for any obstructions that may be preventing normal operation.
3.1.5 After successfully cycling and assuring the proper operation of the valve, return the valve to the
closed position until installation is complete. If for any reason the valve must remain in the open
position, ensure the valve sealing surfaces are protected.

3.2 INSTALLATION

3.2.1 Position the valve into the pipe or the flange connection; ensure that any stress caused by
improper pipe alignment is relieved first. Valves are not intended to be a means of aligning improperly
fitted pipe.
3.2.2 Install the valve using qualified piping standards and practices. Valves marked with flow direction
must be installed in line with the piping flow.
3.2.3 The recommended orientation for gate valves is upright with the valve in a horizontal line with
the hand wheel positioned vertically above the valve centerline. The valve may be installed in other
orientations; however, any deviation from recommended vertical position may compromise proper
valve operation. See Appendix I for details.

FLANGE ENDS:
• Select the proper gasket (including ring gasket) to install, line up the bolt holes between the valve
flange and pipeline flange, then install the bolts and nuts and tighten to the accepted piping and
bolting standards. The bolt threads should be lubricated first for ease of bolting.
• Use an appropriate sized torque wrench when tightening the bolt/nut, to avoid flange deformation.
Please follow Fig 3 and Table 1 for bolting sequence and bolting torque. If the bolting quantity is
different from the chart shown, please follow the same principle to get a new sequence to follow.
• For large diameter valves, the valve must be properly and safely supported during installation.
After installation is completed, valve supports should be moved to the bottom of the valve flanges.
• After valve installation is complete, recheck and tighten the bolts including the gland bolts as
necessary to the values provided in Table1 & Figure 3.
• It is recommended that the tightness of the joint bolt tension and gland bolts be inspected at least
yearly. Refer to Table 1 & Figure 3.

DURING INSTALLATION, IF VALVE IS NOT IN LINE WITH THE PIPELINE, FLANGE FACES ARE NOT
PARALLEL TO EACH OTHER, OR BOLTING TORQUE IS NOT UNIFORM, VALVE LEAKAGE MAY BE
EXPERIENCED.

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 Table 1 Bolting Tightening Torque Chart
Measurement: Newton-meters N·m Tolerance: +/- 10%
Stud Size (Conversion: 1 ft⋅lb= 1.36 N·m 1 N·m = .74 ft⋅lb)
(Inch) B8 (I)/
B7M/L7M B7/L7 B8M (II) B8 (II) B8MLCuN B16
B8M(I)

5/16-18UNC 21 27 8 25 26 9 28

3/8-16UNC 36 47 13 43 45 16 48

1/2-13UNC 85 111 32 101 107 37 112

9/16-12UNC 121 158 45 144 152 53 160

5/8-11UNC 165 217 62 197 208 72 218

3/4-10UNC 289 378 108 344 362 126 380

7/8-9UNC 459 601 171 459 - 200 605

1-8UNC 683 894 255 683 - 298 901

1-1/8-8UN 992 1298 370 811 - 433 1308

1-1/4-8UN 1381 1807 515 1130 - 602 1820

1-3/8-8UN 1860 2435 693 1167 - 812 2452

1-1/2-8UN 2438 3192 909 1530 - 1064 3214

1-5/8-8UN 3126 4092 1165 - - 1364 4120

1-3/4-8UN 3931 5146 1465 - - 1715 5182

1-7/8-8UN 4863 6367 1813 - - 2122 6411

2-8UN 5933 7767 2211 - - 2589 7820

2-1/4-8UN 8519 11152 3175 - - 3717 11229

2-1/2-8UN 11764 15400 4385 - - 5133 15507

2-3/4-8UN 15742 18747 5867 - - 6869 18747

3-8UN 20528 24447 7651 - - 8958 24447

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 Table 1 Bolting Tightening Torque Chart (cont.)
Measurement: Newton-meters N·m Tolerance: +/- 10%
Stud Size (Conversion: 1 ft⋅lb= 1.36 N·m 1 N·m = .74 ft⋅lb)
(mm) B8 (I)/
B7M/L7M B7/L7 B8M (II) B8 (II) B8MLCuN B16
B8M(I)

M10 43 56 16 51 54 19 56

M12 73 96 27 87 92 32 96

M16 175 230 66 209 221 77 232

M20 338 443 126 338 424 148 446

M24 578 757 215 578 - 252 762

M30 1134 1484 422 928 - 495 1495

M36 1964 2572 732 1232 - 857 2589

M42 3125 4091 1165 1960 - 1364 4119

Figure 2 Bolt Tightening Sequence

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WELD ENDS:
• Weld ends must be kept clean with no burrs, oil, dirt or foreign objects.
• The valve end and pipe end must be in proper alignment for effective welding.
• Follow the approved WPS to perform the welding. During welding, ensure the temperature near
the seat area does not overheat which will cause sealing area distortion. Protect the valve bore
to prevent welding slag and foreign matter from entering the valve.
• After welding, use approved and proper Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) method to check the
welds; clean the welds thoroughly, and then perform local heat treatment if required.
• When installation is complete, and prior to system testing and start-up, clean the valve by flushing
the line of debris and other materials that may have accumulated inside the valve and in the valve
seating area and surfaces during construction. When flushing the valve, open the valve fully, flush
for a determined time based on line size. Close the valve and allow fluid to fill the line, while
opening and closing the valve while flushing. Fully close the valve, if seat leakage is noted after
flushing, repeat flushing procedure. If leakage from the seat is still evident, the seating surface
may be damaged and need repair.

4. VALVE OPERATION

• To assure maximum valve performance, only use a valve that is suitable for the rated
pressure/temperature and corrosive environment.
• For your safety and normal operation, please read the following valve operation procedures:
4.1 The valve must be kept either in the fully open or fully closed position. Never throttle or leave
the valve at the half-open position as erosion of the disc and seating surface may occur and stem
damage will result.
4.2 Rotating the valve hand wheel clockwise will close the valve; counterclockwise operation will
open the valve, this is also applicable to gear or motor actuated operation. Closing the valve requires
the specified stem torque to assure the closure of the valve at the rated pressure.
4.3 CAUTION: For personal safety, always use an appropriate sized valve wrench to open and close
the valves (Recommendation: A valve wrench no larger than twice the diameter of the hand wheel
should be used when opening or closing a valve). Never use an oversized torque wrench (with higher
torque output) to operate the valve, as over torque may result in permanent distortion to the internal
valve components resulting in the valve malfunctioning. The use of pneumatic impact wrenches for
the quick opening or closing of the valve is not recommended; binding or stem damage may occur.
4.4 Never operate the valve without authorization and a full understanding of the safe operation
procedures, inspections and proper handling instructions.

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 4.5 When a valve is in the fully open position, rotate the hand wheel one quarter turn from the fully
open position. This action will ensure that packing tightness is verifiable.
4.6 Back seating a valve is means of stopping or reducing packing leakage until the packing can be
replaced. Valve packing should only be replaced when the valve is NOT under pressure. It is not
recommended to repack a valve under pressure. To backseat the valve, rotate the hand wheel to the
fully open position; do not over torque as this will cause thermal binding.

5. VALVE MAINTENANCE

Valves should be inspected regularly during operation and any findings should receive immediate
attention to avoid further damage to the valve or the system. Regular inspection and maintenance
should be scheduled at a minimum of twice per year; more often if required.
5.1 Valve surfaces and other moving parts such as the stem, hand wheel or gear operators, are areas
that will easily accumulate dust, corrosion, oil and debris, thus resulting in excessive wear and damage.
Therefore, regular inspection and cleaning of these components is necessary. Stem threads should be
lubricated regularly with a lubricant containing copper, molybdenum disulfide lubricant or a motor oil
MP equivalent up to 650°F.
5.2 Regular maintenance of the valve is required to assure smooth operation. Stem threads should
be inspected and lubricated frequently to ensure ease of operation. Lubrication of the stem should be
conducted every six months or more often as needed, based on the environment the valve is installed.
Inspection should confirm that the valve is sealing properly. Stem packing should be inspected at least
every six months to ensure zero leakage from the packing chamber. For water & oil service, regular
maintenance should be scheduled every 3 months. For more corrosive mediums, inspection and
maintenance should be completed once a month.
5.3 Valves that are not operated frequently; remaining in the open or closed positions for long
periods of time should be partially operated on a monthly basis to expel lubricant throughout the stem
nut, bearings or gears. Excessive effort to open or close the valve may indicate the valve stem needs
to be lubricated, or the valve packing compression is too tight (Verify the eye bolt torque in Table 3),
or if debris and particle matter on the threads are preventing the operation of the stem. Damaged
components should be considered when the valve will not operate after all efforts of adjustments and
lubrication has been completed.
5.4 During maintenance or servicing of the valve, all replacement parts must be the same as the
original specification (parts dimensions and materials). End user may also purchase the spare parts
such as packing, gaskets, bolts/nuts etc. when ordering the valve. With the new packing, gasket or
bolt/nuts installed, the valve must pass the applicable pressure testing prior to installation and service.

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 5.5 If the seating surfaces of the disc or the seats are scratched or show slight pitting of less than
0.005” (0.1 mm): these can be removed by lapping. If defects are deeper than 0.005”, proper
machining practices of grinding and machining by qualified machinist should be implemented. To
assure the sealing capability, the valve must pass all required applicable pressure tests before returning
to service. If all pressure containing parts are in need of repair, valve replacement should be considered.
5.6 At NO time shall any weld repair be conducted on the valve while in service. Never strike the
valve with a hammer or other impact device. Ensure that no excess weight is placed on the valve that
was not part of the original manufacture design.

WARNING ！ ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR MUST NOT OCCUR UNTIL THE VALVE BODY
PRESSURE IS COMPLETELY RELEASED. NO REPAIR WORK SHALL BE CONDUCTED WHILE THE
VALVE IS UNDER PRESSURE.

6. DETAILED DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY

6.1 GATE VALVE DISASSEMBLY

6.1.1 Loosen and remove the eye bolt nuts and bonnet/body flange bolts and nuts.
6.1.2 Use the proper design and sized hoist or crane to remove the bonnet assembly, make a mark on
the bonnet and the valve disc and its matching seat. These marks will aid in the re-assembly of the
valve in the proper orientation.
6.1.3 Remove the disc from the stem, carefully holding the stem; turn the hand wheel clockwise to
remove the stem.
6.1.4 Remove packing flange and packing gland, use a packing hook or similar tool to remove the packing
from the packing bore, take care that you do not damage the packing bore sealing surface finish.
6.1.5 Remove the bonnet gasket from the body.
6.1.6 When removing the hand wheel; if necessary, remove any spot welding first, then remove hand
wheel, gland, and bearing and stem nut in sequence.
6.1.7 For Valves with an Actuator or gear operator: Follow the order in removing the top flange bolt nuts,
packing gland bolt nut, spring disc. Remove the gear box or actuator from the top, carefully
observe the outside configuration of the gear box or the actuator.
6.1.8 If necessary, loosen the yoke/bonnet bolt/nut, separate the yoke and the bonnet (some valve
configuration, yoke and bonnet is one part).
6.1.9 Unless damaged, we do not suggest removal of the back seat.

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6.2 GATE VALVE ASSEMBLY

6.2.1 Apply a thin layer of light oil on the sealing surface to avoid any scratches that may occur during
the assembly process.
6.2.2 When re-assembling the valve, ensure that all orientation marks stamped or marked on the valve
body, bonnet and other components are installed in the same orientation within the valve body
and bonnet. Inspect and ensure that all components are thoroughly clean before installing into
the valve body or bonnet. All rust and dirt should be removed with a wire brush or emery cloth.
Oil solids and grease adhered to the valve stem and yolk should be removed with approved
solvents. All threaded components should be well lubricated, paying special attention to the valve
stem and yolk nut threads. DHV recommended lubricants are referenced in 5.2.
6.2.3 Install new bonnet gasket, stem packing, and then packing gland and gland flange.
6.2.4 Note: For packing installation see section 6.3.Install the stem to the bonnet, install the disc to the
stem T-Head, then install the bonnet/disc assembly into the body, and ensure the original
orientation marks match between the disc and the seat.
6.2.5 Ensure that all studs and nuts are clean and free of rust, corrosion, burrs and previous lubricants.
DHV recommends installing new bolting when assembling body and bonnet connections. Coat the
stud threads and surface under the nut with the recommended lubricant referenced in 5.2. All
tightening of the bolting should be by hand; followed by the appropriate tightening sequences
outlined in Table 1 Bolt Tightening Torque, Figure 3 Tightening Sequence, and Table 3 Eye Bolt
Torque Chart. It is important to follow proper torqueing procedures. Each bolt should be torqued
in steps of approximately 20% of final torque. Recheck all bolting once completed.
6.2.6 Over torqueing can cause deformation of the body/bonnet flange causing leakage. Failure to
properly follow the tightening sequence will result in the gasket not being compressed evenly,
resulting in gasket leakage.
6.2.7 WARNING: Never use impact devices to tighten the bolting on the body/bonnet connections. Use
suitable designed mechanical devices such as hand torque wrenches for tightening and refer to
Table 1. Torque wrenches and standard wrenches may be used in combination when performing
tightening sequences.
6.2.8 To assure the valve is sealing properly, perform the required pressure testing per recognized and
applicable design standards.

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 Table 2
When Torque Wrenches are Not Available or Suitable, The Use of Standard Wrenches
and Guidelines Will Apply to Avoid Over Torque or Damage to the Valve.
BOLT SIZE LENGTH OF WRENCH (inches)
3/8" 5"
1/2" 6"
9/16" 9"
5/8" 12"
3/4" 18"
7/8" 24"
1" 30"
1-1/8" 36"
1-1/4" 42"

6.3 PACKING INSTALLATION SEQUENCE

WARNING: NEVER REPLACE PACKING WHILE THE VALVE IS UNDER PRESSURE

When replacing the stem packing, please follow the sequence below:

6.3.1 Relieve valve body internal pressure, loosen the eye bolts, and remove the gland flange and
packing gland (see Figure 4). Lift the flange and gland as high as possible and secure for easy
access to the valve packing.
6.3.2 Remove all old packing using a packing hook or other proper tooling; ensure that you do not
damage the stem or the packing chamber. Scratches to the stem and the packing chamber no
deeper than 0.010” (0.25 mm) can be removed by polishing the surface with a buffing wheel. The
surface finish of the packing chamber and the stem should be 16 RMS or better. Clean the packing
chamber area thoroughly of all old packing and debris.
• Measure the stem diameter, packing chamber bore and the packing chamber depth. To assure
the correct packing size is installed, measure the diameter of the stem, if possible inside the
packing chamber bore area, and then measure the diameter of the packing chamber bore.
Subtract the ID measurement from the OD measurement, and divide the difference by two. This
is the required cross-sectional size of the packing.

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6.3.3 When using spool packing, always cut the packing into individual rings. Never wrap the packing
into a coil and insert into the packing chamber. Always cut the packing into individual rings. Using
a round bar or wooden dowel that is the same diameter as the valve stem, hold the packing
tightly on the bar or dowel, avoid stretching the packing. Using a sharp knife, cut the ring and
insert it into the packing chamber, assure that it fits the packing space properly. Cut each
additional ring in the same manner.

6.3.4 IMPORTANT: Install one ring of packing at a time. Insert the packing ring into the packing
chamber following the below requirements:
1. Install the first packing ring into the packing chamber, use the packing gland to push down the
packing firmly.
2. Apply the same above method to the installing the second graphite ring, however when installing
rotate the graphite ring 120° from the first ring. Each additional packing ring should be staggered
in the same method of 120°, which will result in the fourth ring installed having its lap back at
the starting point. Additional rings should be installed in the same manner. When starting the
3rd graphite ring, it will require compression on the packing gland to the graphite packing to
achieve a 20% ~ 25% packing compression.
3. Packing cut position should follow Figure 6. Use the same above method to install rest of the
packing, one ring at a time, make sure the packing ring is totally in place before starting next one.
During the installation process, keep all packing rings clean without touching any foreign
material.
4. After installation of the 5th ring (4th ring for 150LB and 300LB), you must use the packing gland
to compress the packing to allow more room to install the 6th ring (5th ring for 150LB and 300LB).
5. After installing the 6th ring (5th ring for 150LB and 300LB), install the packing gland to the
packing bore, then install the gland flange, eye bolt and eye bolt nut. Apply the recommended
torque to the eye bolt nut per Table 3. Note: as a general rule, ¼” (6 MM) minimum engagement
of the gland bushing inside of the packing chamber is required.
6. To assure the valve is functioning properly and the packing is firmly seated after following the
required torqueing of the packing bolt/nut, cycle the valve once, for the approximate length of
the packing chamber. Cycle the valve fully open and closed, retightening the packing bolt/nut to
the required torque, if necessary.
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 Figure 5 Packing cut（45°cut）

Figure 4 Valve Packing Bore Details Figure 6 Packing cut position

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 Table 3 Eye Bolt Tightening Torque Chart
Measurement: Newton-meters N·m Tolerance: +/- 10%
(Conversion: 1 ft⋅lb= 1.36 N·m 1 N·m = .74 ft⋅lb)
Class 150LB 300LB 600LB 900LB 1500LB 2500LB

Size Eyebolt Torque Eyebolt Torque Eyebolt Torque Eyebolt Torque Eyebolt Torque Eyebolt Torque

2" 1/2 29 1/2 29 1/2 29 5/8 45 5/8 65

2-1/2" 1/2 29

3" 1/2 34 1/2 34 1/2 36 5/8 64 3/4 117 7/8 136

4" 1/2 36 1/2 36 5/8 64 5/8 67 3/4 129

5" 1/2 51 1/2 51

6" 1/2 51 1/2 54 5/8 100 3/4 125 7/8 227

8" 1/2 54 5/8 74 3/4 125 3/4 139 1 366 1 1/2 744

10" 5/8 74 5/8 100 3/4 139 7/8 221 1 1/4 620

12" 5/8 100 3/4 125 3/4 181 1 316 1 1/8 600

14" 5/8 104 5/8 112 1 316 1 325

16" 5/8 112 3/4 139 1 325 1 342

18" 5/8 116 3/4 181 1 342 1 1/8 414

20" 3/4 181 3/4 190 1 368 1 1/8 506

24" 3/4 237 7/8 300 1 1/8 506

28" 1 1/4 428

30" 7/8 322 1 484

32" 1 360 1 1/4 635

34" 1 1/4 460

36" 1 368

40" 1 1/8 528 1 1/4 708

48" 1 3/8 765

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7. TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY

Packing Chamber Eye bolts are loose Evenly tighten the eyebolts
Leakage Not enough packing / Gland bushing Increase packing ring quantity
binding
Packing worn / Packing chamber Replace with new packing
damaged
Stem sealing surface damaged Replace or repair the stem

Leakage at sealing Dirt on the sealing surface Clean the sealing surface
surface Sealing surface damaged Repair the sealing surface
Cannot operate Packing compressed too tight Adjust eye bolt torque
normally
Stem threads and stem nut threads Replace stem nut
worn out
Dirt may be trapped between Remove dirt
stem/stem nut, or gland flange/gland

Bonnet gasket Loosen flange bolt/nut Re-torque the flange bolt/nut

leakage Bonnet gasket failed Replace new gasket
Valve body and Water hammer effect Careful operation, avoid sudden
bonnet both stopping of the pump or closing the
damaged and valve too fast
valve leaks Corrosion over time. Wall thickness may Regularly check the wall thickness,
be below minimum required replace the valve ahead of the time.

Gate will not Excessive torque applied to the gate in Use proper torque to close the gate
operate normally the closed position

Stem maybe deformed and jammed Replace valve stem

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8. WARRANTY AND SERVICE

8.1 VALVE WARRANTY PERIOD

8.1.1 Valve warranty period is 12 months from the date shipped from the factory.
8.1.2 In the event the end user encounters an issue of quality, please notify DHV immediately. DHV
reserve the right to investigate and settle all issues of quality concerns directly with the end user.
Refer to DHV’s standard warranty policies for questions or concerns regarding warranty concerns.
8.1.3 Addressing a valve quality issue within the warranty period:
DHV reserves the right to review and respond to all requests for warranty repair or replacement, prior
to making any replacement or repairs by the end user.
8.1.4 DHV will not be held responsible for any damage due to natural disaster, such as earthquake,
hurricane etc. during valve shipment.
8.1.5 DHV must to be consulted for any warranty issue before being held responsible for any repairs
or valve replacement.

8.2 SERVICE

8.2.1 If required by the contract, DHV may provide and perform field installation and start up testing.
8.2.2 Upon end user request, DHV can provide services in monitoring the valve quality and history
for Long Term Ownership. Additionally, DHV can provide all the necessary training of repair services
to the valve, as well as training on safe valve operations.

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APPENDIX I – INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Installation & Automation Requirements for DHV Gate Valves
Vertical orientation requirement of valves during operation, testing, and installation is prescribed to all gate
valves.

Assembly
Includes all non DHV branded hand levers, gearboxes, actuators, and any connecting adaptor plates and/or
couplings.
• All gate valves operators must be assembled in the upright position vertically above the valve’s centerline.
• Gearboxes, actuators and necessary adapters must conform to the valve’s ISO pad top works design where
applicable.
• Adapter plates and gears must be bolted to the valve top works plate using the correct bolt size, torque, and
tightening pattern.
• The stem must be protected at all times from unnecessary movement, stress, force or other potential damage
while insuring the stem remains centered in the yoke tube during installation
• Automation mechanisms must be designed, assembled, and supported in a manner as to not exert uneven or
unbalanced forces on the valve assembly that could contribute to a side load condition.

NOTE: DHV valve top works fully comply with the requirements set forth in ISO 5210 latest edition. All gears or
actuators assembled to DHV valves shall comply with the requirements of ISO 5210 latest edition. Additionally, all
gears or actuators shall utilize a spigot return to ensure proper ISO pad alignment on all connections and/or
attachments including valve, adapter plates, gearboxes, and actuators. Exceptions may be considered based on
order requirements outlined in the purchase order.

Operation
Gate valves must be oriented in the vertical position any time the valve is operated or cycled.
• Personnel installing the operator must ensure there is no abnormal stem movement or run out during
operation.
• All “stops” and or “limits” must be correctly set to prevent damage or unnecessary wear to the valve.
Testing
Applies to all methods of hydro testing and pre-commissioning testing.
• Gate valves must be oriented in the vertical position during any operation and testing processes.
• Procedures must be compliant to API specifications.
Installation
• Gate valves must be installed and operated in the vertical position only.
• Gate valves must always be either fully open, or fully closed once installed and are not designed or intended
for throttling applications.
Shipping
Valves need to be fully closed during shipment and actuators need to be braced to support the extra weight at the
top end of the valve.

Failure to follow these manufacturer prescribed requirements will void any warranties

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 DHV Industries, Inc.
3451 Pegasus Drive

Bakersfield, CA 93308 USA

Call Toll Free: (833) DHV-USA1

TEL: (661) 392-8948

Fax: (661) 392-8947

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.dhvindustries.com

DHV Valve Company, Inc.

10401 South Sam Houston Pkwy West,

Houston, TX 77071 USA

Call Toll Free: (844) 828-2169

TEL: (346) 304-2968

Fax: (346) 304-2971

E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.dhvvalve.com

DHV is committed to providing you with the necessary information to support our products.
Our global network of authorized service centers, technical support personnel and warranty
support personnel are ready to serve your needs for support on applications, products, service
and warranty. Contact our USA Bakersfield headquarters for immediate assistance to your
support needs.

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