SERIES M1

Severe Service
Metal Seated Ball Valves
Installation, Operation and
Maintenance Manual
 Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
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Table of Contents
Safety Instructions - Definition of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1. Bill of Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2. Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3. Handling and Lifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
4. General Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
5. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Removing Valve from Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
6. Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Valve in Open Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Valve in Closed Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Visual Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
7. Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
8. Valve Disassembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
9. Transport and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Short Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Long Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
10. Service Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - DEFINITION OF TERMS

READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS:

indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

WARNING
could result in death or serious injury.

indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

CAUTION
may result in minor or moderate injury.

used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potential situation

NOTICE which, if not avoided, may result in an undesirable result or state,
including property damage.

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1. BILL OF MATERIALS
ITEM # Component ITEM # Component
1 Body 11 Mounting Flange (Bracket) 7
2 Ball 12 Outer Stem Bushing
3 Primary Seat Ring 13 Stem Bushing Insert
4 Reverse Seat Ring 14 Packing Studs
5 Seat Spring 15 Belleville Washers
6 Locking Ring 16 Packing Nuts
13
7 Stem 17 Closure
8 Inner Stem Bushings 18 Body Studs
9 Gland Flange (Follower) 19 Body Hex Nuts
12
10 Packing Set 20 Body Gasket
16
15

14

9
NAMEPLATE STAMP NAMEPLATE STAMP
INFO INFO 10
MODEL: Valve Series Model STEM: Stem Material
SIZE: Nominal End Size B/S CTG: Ball/Seat Coating Code
8
B16.34 Pressure Class MAX P: Maximum Pressure
BODY: Body Material MAX T: Maximum Temperature 11
BALL: Ball Material S/N: Valve Serial Number
SEAT: Seat Material P/N: Valve Part Number

18
19

5 1
4
2
3 6
20
17

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2. DESIGN
Our Series M1 Severe Service ball valve is designed as a “free
floating” ball valve with metal seats. It is important to install the
! CAUTION

valve in the pipe considering its intended purpose to achieve best Unless lifting eyes are provided, the end connection necks are
performance. If there are any questions regarding the best orientation suitable places to attach lifting slings/straps. Never use hand
of the valve, contact Flow-Tek. wheels or other protruding parts of the gearbox or actuator not
Preferred designated for this purpose.
Isolation Orientation

! CAUTION

Low Pressure Side High Pressure Side During handling, protect the end connection faces and fittings
Primary Seat Reverse Seat against damage from the lifting devices. Failure to cover faces
and fittings could cause damage to the valve.

4. GENERAL WARNINGS AND

CAUTIONS
1. During shipment, storage, and in operation, the valve should
be fully open or fully closed.

2. Ensure that the line is depressurized and drains are open/

3. HANDLING AND LIFTING monitored during installation

The valve should be lifted in such a way that the body supports the 3. Before working on valve make sure that service media has been
load. Use the lifting eyes provided on large valves flushed and line is safe. Ensure that all applicable MSDS sheets
are available. Follow all safety related procedures.

4. While line is under pressure, DO NOT remove packing gland

or any other valve parts.

5. Ensure that the valve is being used for its intended purpose, i.e.
suitable pressure/temp rating, to prevent valve failure.

WARNING

Before installing this equipment, confirm that it is suitable for the

intended service. The identification tags describe the maximum
allowable service conditions for this product. Be sure that the
installation is protected by appropriate pressure control and
The end protector covers should be kept in place during handling. safety devices to insure that acceptable limits are not exceeded.
Remove only during final installation of the valve.

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5. INSTALLATION
2. Identify the sealing direction of the pipeline/valve. High pressure
end is marked on valve end as “HP END”. The HP END side is
WARNING
the preferred higher pressure side when the valve is in the closed
position.
Reasonable precaution should be taken before beginning any
work on the valve.
Protective clothing, as required by specific line fluid, should be worn.
Depressurize the line and close the valve before removing the
actuation device from the valve.
Do not pressurize the line without an actuation device properly
installed and working on the valve.

The valve may be installed in any position, vertically or horizontally,

Fully Closed Fully Open

on the pipeline. Before installing the valve, the valve should be

placed in the full open position.

! CAUTION

All welding/grinding debris must be thoroughly flushed from all

associated piping before valve is installed or actuated.

Due to potential for packing consolidation, verify proper packing

torque adjustment prior to placing valve in service.

Larger valves and actuators may need external support to prevent

excess piping loads from effecting valve operation.

1. Verify operating position. Refer to Section 6 – Operation for

more information.

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3. Position and install the “HP END” side towards the pipeline side
with the higher pressure.

HP END

P1=10 bar

XV-001
XV-001 is installed
with the “HP END”
near pressure vessel
V1=20 bar
V1 due to the vessel’s
pressure higher than
P1’s pressure; even
though the normal
flow direction is into
HP END the vessel, opposite
the sealing direction
XV-002

4. Position valve in piping. Verify that the valve and actuator or

handle orientation is correct.

Note: Support or lift as required, using lifting lugs or nylon

straps around the valve body. Do not lift or support by the
actuator alone. Refer to Section 3 – Handling and Lifting for
more information.

5. Install valve in line by bolting, welding or clamping.

6. After installation, the pipeline and valve must be flushed clean

of dirt, burrs, and welding residues or the seats and ball surface
will be damaged.

7. After installation, open and close several times to ensure

smooth operation.

Removing Valve from Service

Before the valve is removed from service it should be placed in the

open position to prevent internal damage to valve components.

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6. OPERATION
Operation of the valve is done by turning the valve stem 90° to 95°.
Clockwise (CW) to close, Counterclockwise (CCW) to open. The
operation requires greater angular movement than 90° to account Scribe line on stem
for clearances in the ball and stem.
Scribe line on flange
Valve in Open Position
The valve handle, stem keyways or actuator indicator is parallel
with the pipeline.

Valves with actuators should be checked for alignment. Consult

actuator manufacturer’s instructions for proper setting of stops.

Valve in Closed Position

The valve handle, stem keyways or actuator indicator is perpendicular

to the pipeline.

Note: Valve keyways are in-line with valve bore. If keyway are
perpendicular to pipeline, then valve is in the closed position.

If keyway are parallel to pipeline, then valve is in the open position.

If the valve is in the “closed” position, the scribe line on the stem
should be aligned with the scribe line on the gland and perpendicular
to the valve bore.

Visual Indicators WARNING

The scribe line is used to set operator open/close stops if the operator Avoid 180° rotation of the ball and/or stem as this could cause
cannot be removed from valve premature wear to the ball/seat lapping surface thus reducing
effective sealing / isolation which may lead to void of warranty.

WARNING

When stroking the valve, make sure that it is stroked from fully open
to fully closed or vice versa to wipe away any accumulation of
debris on the ball and seat sealing surfaces. This ensures optimal
performance and long valve life. Failure to fully stroke the valve
may lead to void of warranty.

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7. MAINTENANCE Packing Procedure:

Check the bolting at these locations periodically. If bolting torque 1. Mark any matching components with a marker or tape prior to
is lower than the specified values, re-torque bolting as necessary. disassembly, for ease of reassembly.
1. Gland Flange (or Stem Packing) 13
2. Remove the operator, bracket (or
2. Valve Operator Mounting mounting flange adaptor), and stem
Refer to Test Certificate for proper bolting torque values or call your adaptor if present.
12
local distributor or factory
3. Remove stem keys.
16
4. Remove bearing retainer (12) and 15
! CAUTION stem bearing (13).

5. Loosen and remove nuts (16) holding 14

Check packing gland nuts periodically, and re-torque if necessary.
gland flange (9) in place.

6. Remove Belleville washers (15), studs 9

NOTICE
(14), and gland retainer / flange (9).
Open / Close the valve intermittently (at least once a year). Valves 10
7. Using a small pick or scribe, carefully
should always be fully opened or fully closed to wipe away any
remove stem packing set (10) which
accumulation on the sealing surfaces.
includes anti-extrusion rings from the
packing box. Make sure that all of
the packing is removed. 7
2. 8. Clean packing box before installing
the new packing set.

1.
! CAUTION

Do not scratch the stem or the packing bore in the body. Scratches
could cause a leak.

Before installing the new packing, make sure the packing box
is clean. Use of an air hose to clean debris from packing box is
permitted.

9. Install the new packing set (10); install the rings one at a time.
Packing set should have an anti-extrusion ring on each end.
Use the gland flange (9) as a packing tool to stuff each packing
ring all the way down against the previous ring.

10. Verify that the scribe line on the stem (7) is facing the body/
closure joint.

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11. Install the gland flange (9) over the stem (7) so that one of its 9. TRANSPORT AND STORAGE
scribe lines is facing the body closure joint. If necessary rotate
the stem so that the two scribe lines are aligned. Valves will be shipped in a manner to minimize damage during
transit Upon arrival at the site, valves general condition shall be
inspected right away for any shipping damage. Any damage shall
WARNING be reported to Flow-Tek.

Short-Term Storage:
A gland flange must be pulled down evenly to prevent cocking Short-term storage is defined as storage of products and
or side loading, as this could cause damage to the packing and equipment to be used in the construction of a project for periods
prevent the valve from operating properly. of one to three months. Short-term storage must be carried out in a
Make sure that the gland flange remains perpendicular to the controlled manner as follows:
stem, and the gap around the stem remains concentric during 1. Valves must be stored in a closed, clean, and dry environment.
tightening process. 2. Ball valves should be stored in the fully open position to
protect the ball and seats.
Do not over-tighten nuts. Torque all nuts evenly per specified 3. Ball valves should remain in the original shipping container
packing torque. and be placed on pallets of wood or other suitable materials.
12. Apply lubricant to stud threads (14) and bottom face of hex End protectors should remain on the valve ends to prevent
nuts (16). the entrance of dirt, and removed only at time of installation.
Long-Term Storage
13. Insert studs (14), into threaded holes. Insert the Belleville springs/ Long-term storage is defined as storage of products and/or
washers (15) onto each stud. Belleville equipment for periods longer than 3 months. Long-term storage
washers shall be stacked in alternating must be carried out in a controlled manner as follows:
direction (series stack). Install nuts (16) 1. Valves must be stored in a closed, clean, and dry environment.
onto each stud and torque to specified 2. Ball valves should be stored in the fully open position to
value. Be sure to torque in a cross pattern protect the ball and seats.
to avoid uneven loading. Packing 3. Ball valves should remain in the original shipping container
assembly torques are given on and be placed on pallets of wood or other suitable materials.
the Valve Test Form. End protectors should remain on the valve ends to prevent
the entrance of dirt, and removed only at time of installation.
14. Install bearing retainer (12) and stem bearing (13) into the
4. Periodically, the valves should be checked to ensure the
mounting flange (11). If necessary, tap gently into place using a
above conditions are maintained.
soft hammer. Valve is ready for installing the actuator, or handle.
These are general guidelines for valve storage. Please consult the
15. Insert keys into the stem (7). Ensure key length provides and factory for information regarding specific requirements.
maintains full engagement.
10. SERVICE CONTACT
8. VALVE DISASSEMBLY
Flow-Tek Service may be reached 24 hours per day / 7 days per
Your M1 valves have been carefully fitted and assembled for optimum
week.
performance and long life. It is not recommended that the valves
be disassembled without factory supervision or specific instructions
provided by the Flow-Tek Service Department.

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