S.C. FEPA S.A.

BRLAD

CE 2295-PED-H-FEP-001-09-ROM

API SPEC 6D
6D-1123

INSTALLATION, OPERATION&MAINTENANCE
GATE VALVE RSP-CB type
2625-UXV-001; 2625-UXV-501

S.C. FEPA S.A. Brlad

Str.: REPUBLICII nr. 316, Cod postal: 731120, Brlad - Romnia
Tel.: +40 0235; 411812
Fax: +40 0235; 421 618 / 0235 413729
e-mail: fepa@fepa.ro / marketing@fepa.ro
1

Rev. 0A
15.01.2015

1. INTRODUCTION
These manual is designed to give the user the complete information regarding installation, operation,
adjustment, perform periodic inspections and maintenance of valves RSP-CB type whose manufacturer is FEPA
Brlad.
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THE PRODUCT!
For any further information it is recommended to contact the manufacturer.
It is the user's responsibility to know all the information presented in this manual and the specific application
for which it was purchased the valve.
It is also the responsibility of the user to use for installation, operation and maintenance only qualified and
trained personnel.
On request the valve manufacturer can provide training to its headquarters or on the site.
The user shall to ensure all measures for safe operation, the health of staff, environment and function of the
equipment.
Before delivery, valves are tested by the manufacturer.
If the instructions are not clear, please contact us at address: S.C.FEPA S.A. st. Republicii no.316, postal code
731120 BRLAD, ROMANIA or at e-mail: fepa@fepa.ro.
At www.fepa.ro you can find other information about our products portfolio.
1.1 Application
According to API Spec. 6D, gate valves RSP-CB type, fall into the category of valves for pipe-lines used in
water, oil and gas industry.
The products fall into the category of accessories for pressure regulation and essential requirements related
to ensuring the safety of users of pressure equipment covered by EC PED Directive 97 / 23.
1.2 Technical characteristic
Valves can be classified by:
Body construction:
- monoblock type (fully welded body)
- split body;
Gate and stem construction:
- expanding-gate / rising-stem gate valve;
- slab-gate / trough-conduit rising-stem gate valve;
- wedge -fixed.
Installation:
- Over ground;
-underground
End connection:
- flanged ends according to ASME B16.5 or EN 1092;
- Wafer;
- Welding ends;
- threaded ends.
Nominal diameter DN or NPS: 50 - 1000 or 2-50;
Nominal pressure PN or class: 6; 10; 16; 25; 40; 63; 100; 150 ; 600 or ANSI 150, ANSI 300; ANSI 600; ANSI 900
Standard temperature ranges: -290C ... +900C other at request.
Face to face dimensions according to API 6D or ASME B16.10.
Standard working environment: neutral or potential corrosive gases and liquids.
Special orders: fluids with suspensions; the nature of suspensions and the size of particles have to be
mentioned by the customer.
Sealing area
The primary sealing is assured by the PTFE seat. After the primary gasket is wear the sealing is provided by
the metal to metal contact.
Basically the force that assures the pressing of the gate is provided by the stem and by the pressure that act
against the gate over the seat.

1.3 Features
STEM SEAL DESIGN
The stem seal offers a tight seal with little or no
maintenance over long periods of time.

COMPLETE RANGE OF AUTOMATION

CAPABILITIES: Gear actuators, depending on
size and pressure class. Complete range of
options including: electric, hydraulic and
pneumatic actuators; preinstallation of
switches, positioners; overrides, limit stops and
most standard accessories.

BOLTED BODY DESIGN

Stronger, leak proof bolted body bonnet joint
ensures joint tightness.
HARD FACED SEATING
Seating faces are hard faced, ground and
lapped.

Gland stem

Non rotating stem

LONG, SEAL THREATED SEAT RINGS

Ease to change the seats when are wheared or
damaged

TIGHT GUIDING SYSTEM

Close attention is paid to body and wedge
Guide tolerances to minimize the potential for
Galling, binding and/or gouging during valve
opening and closing.

Fig. 1 Features of a wedge gate valve

WEDGE GATE VALVES The major difference between a flexible wedge valve and a parallel slide valve is the
high wedging force acting on the seats, which adds to the primary fluid pressure force, resulting in superior tightness
of seats and freedom from sticking. In addition, the wedge guiding minimizes seat rubbing and scuffing as seats are
contacted only at the last 5% of total travel, resulting in long cycle life.
2. TESTS
- Products are tested by the manufacturer.
- Test pressure and loss rates are allowable according to SR EN12266 (without losses) or API598 / API 6D.
3. CODIFICATION
- Coding RSP-CB side entry type is presented in the general product specification 832/2008 rev. 2.
4. Identification plate
All valves contain an identification plate that is attached to the housing body.
Fig. 2 Components at identification plate

0 Type
1 API /CE marking
2 Key number
3 Length
4 Nominal diameter

5 Nominal pressure
6 Operating pressure
7 FEPA identification code
8 Rating
9 Body material

10 Stem material
11 wedge materials
12 Seat materials
13 Serial number
14 Date (mm-yy)

5. PACKING, TRANSPORT, STORAGE

5.1 Packing
Before packing each valve must be drained of fluid test.
The ends of the body must be covered to prevent foreign bodies. The moisture-protective covers are
removed only when installing the valve.
The valves are delivered with the obturator in the open position!
The valve is designed, made and marked according to the transport and storage conditions contractually
agreed, and provide good protection for equipment.
5.2 Transportation
During transportation, environmental conditions that have influence on the valves are described, according
to EN 60721-3-2 with the following series of classes of environmental conditions: 2K4/2B2/2C2/2M2 (IE23).
5.3 Storage conditions
The valve should be stored in a clean dry environment and should be left on shipping pallets or in original
packing prior to installation.
All flange protectors should remain in place until installation of RSP-CB Valve.
The Valves should be stored in the FULLY OPEN position (prevents damage to seats).
For the storage of products applies IE12 from Table 7 and described in Annex B of EN 60721-3-1.
6. INSTALLATION-OPERATION
6.1 Unpacking
All valves should be inspected on receipt for lost or damaged components.
6.2 Handling
Because of physical dimensions and weight, will be use heavy equipment and properly lifting methods for
transport, storage and installation.
Valves are supplied in open position, in order to minimize the effect of mechanical loads and
impurities on seats, gaskets, and other pressure parts.
Before handling the valve, verify it is open position.
Lift valve with sling suitable for its weight.
Never use lever, actuator or gear operator to lift the valve.

Fig. 3 Handling of valve

7.3 Installation
Inspect the piping system prior to valve installation whenever possible, to ensure that it has been properly
flushed and cleared of construction and fabrication debris. The seating surfaces in soft seated valves are particularly
susceptible to weld slag and sand blasting grit. Pipe scale, metal chips and other foreign materials should be
removed.
Verify that Actuator, and mounting hardware as appropriate were included with the valve and are in good
shape, that proper tagging is in place and any warning labels are eligible and observed .
Just prior to installation, remove each valve from its packing and remove any end covers.
Examine the flow bore for debris. All FEPA gate valves are shipped in the open position to prevent damage to
the ball surface. Any grit or foreign matter must be removed. Scratched or damaged gates must be replaced. Do not
install a damaged valve.
It is also important to check for valve operation clearances. Valves may be installed in any position using
standard pipe fitting practices. If possible, mount the valve in such a position that the actuator can, if necessary, be
detached without removing the valve from the pipeline. The actuator must not touch the pipeline, as pipeline
vibrations may damage it or cause disturbance.
4

7.3. 1 Flanged End Valve Installation

After determining that the valve is in good condition, extra attention should be given to the raised face
surface. Dents and heavy scratches should be repaired. At installation make sure that the conditions of:
a. Lateral alignment-misalignment: max. -2mm flange for.NPS 4 (DN100) including;
- 3mm misalignment flange max. For higher NPS 4 (DN100)
b. Alignment angle-difference max. Measured between flanges: max 2.5mm
c. Max. Total misalignment for allowable holes of assembly bolts or screws:
- 2mm flange misalignment: max for NPS 4 (DN100) including;
- 3mm misalignment flange: max. For higher NPS4 (DN100), are respected.
- grease the bolt and nuts to get a correct bolt load.
- Tighten the screws criss-cross (to avoid uneven loading gaskets and flanges).
7.3.2 Weld-End Valve Installation
Both butt-weld and socket - weld valves require special consideration for installation. In addition to the
general cautions already discussed, the heat of welding may damage seats and seals. The valves are mounted in the
pipeline by using standard welding methods and must be supported during the welding. When welding or annealing
the joint, assure that the temperature of the body in PTFE or rubber sealing material, e.g. +1200C.
The increase of temperature can be preventing by thermal shunt mounted around the body during the
welding.
After welding, binding clean compressed air network so as to be removed rust, welding, metal debris
and any foreign body.
Foreign bodies of any kind, depreciation overheating welding seen through the paint may compromise
the sealing group valves and get product warranty.
7.3.3 Threaded-End Valve Installation
After removing the valve from its packing inspect the threads for damage. Occasionally threads may require
chasing prior to installation to remove burrs or other minor imperfections.
Apply a good grade of pipe sealant compound to the male pipeline threads only. Do not use sealant on the
female threads because excess compound would be forced into the valve body. This could cause sticking of the gate
or encourage the accumulation of dirt and debris that could prevent good valve shutoff.
FEPA valves are shipped with a securely fastened nameplate. Information included on each is documented in
fig. Although each valve is thoroughly tested and inspected before it leaves the factory, nameplate could be lost or
destroyed during shipment or while in storage. If either is missing or not legible, contact your distributor or the
factory for assistance before operating valve.
8. Operation
Gate valves are intended to be on-off devices operating through linear movement of the stem.
Gear operated gate valves shall have an indicator showing the open and closed position of gate. The hand-wheel
rotates clockwise to close the valve.
Do not leave the gate in a partially opened position, as it will cause severe damage to the gate and seat
resulting in leakage.
The most common service failures not related to the installation and start-up processes are:
- exceeding the operating temperature or pressure limits of the valve due to a process upset condition.
- A chemical attack on valve components due to either misapplication, or changes in the service.
- violating temperature and pressure limits can result in immediate valve failure where chemical attack or corrosion
generally occurs overtime.
Always use factory authorized replacement parts.
Good operating procedure requires periodic inspection of valves and replacement of necessary parts to
ensure proper valve function.
NOTE: Valves showing through leakage or high operating torque/force may be damaged. DO NOT use excessive force
or bars to operate valve. Disassemble valve, inspect components, and replace damaged parts.
CAUTION: before attempting removal / repair, always cycle valve with system pressure isolated to relieve excess
pressure which may be trapped in body cavity.
9. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND MAINTENANCE
Working fluid temperature must not exceed the minimum / maximum inscribed on the valve body or on its label.
Working with valves does not require specially qualified personnel.
Where it is installed must meet environmental conditions imposed by the components materials.
5

Will open-close maneuver once a year to avoid blocking valve.

Condensate drain is recommended after each actuation (when the valve is equipped with purge)
Venting the body cavity is made in the body until the pressure reached atmospheric pressure (when the valve is
equipped with ventilation).
During venting flammable gases can be released! -Make sure that it removes any source of fire. Make
sure that the exhaust valve does not affect the operator.
Never attempt to open the valve PURGE AND / OR AIR WHILE valve is in the partially open position!
Valves that are equipped with injection system of lubricants or sealant system - use a suitable injection
device of sealant only in emergencies case! Use a suitable injection system for lubricants any time it needed to
release de movement of valve parts: stem, gate.
Do not use bars, pipes, keys or other devices for amplifying lever or hand wheel torque - can cause injury and
damage to the valve.
We will check the operation of the valve.
The manufacturer is not responsible if the valve is not used and maintained properly!
Never attempt to interfere with the valve under pressure!
Revision should be done in appropriate workshops and requires no special tools.
Any violation of instructions will void the warranty!
On stream maintenance
This section covers maintenance and repair which can be performed without removing valve from the line.
When performing any work on this valve, use normal safety precautions to protect yourself against any residual fluid
or trapped pressure in the line.
With the line under pressure the valve body cavity can be vented to the atmosphere and completely drained
down with the gate in closed position only. Stem seal replacement can be made see Annex A.
10. Spare parts
Each valve shall be accompanied by a safety related parts, the method of replacement and specific
instructions for assembly and use - Annex A.
11. HEALTH, SAFETY, ENVIRONMENT
- The products are designed, manufactured, tested and equipped in the system if necessary, so as to guarantee
safety of the user and the environment.
- The installation shall comply with all applicable law labor protection;
- All personal will wear required protective equipment;
- Do not use the valve than the designed parameters;
- User shall not make changes without consulting the manufacturer / or if the manufacturer recommends
- Please check before installation if the environmental regulations, safety or other restricting use of the product.
- The products that have circulated hazardous fluids shall firstly decontaminate them prior to repairing operations.
Also any faucet returned must be accompanied by minimal information regarding the conditions of use, changes in
the product, decontamination operations and safety data sheet of working and cleaning fluids.
- Used packaging and waste from the retirement shall be verified in link with special regulatory low requirements.
However please consider conditions of use of product and respect the applicable legislation and packaging
equipment.

12. RISK ANALYSIS

Category risk

Causes

Consequences

Elimination
- correct handling
- closely inspecting the download and
installation
-correct storage
-Inspect carefully before installation
-Installation and preparation for installing
them in the correct position
- check alignment flanges and pipes
- do not modify without the agreement
manufacturer's

Handling

Improper lifting and

transportation

Damage valve

Storage

Storage in an area
inappropriate

Damage valve

Improper
installation

- Failure to follow the installation

- Failure to align flanges
- Mounting additional accessories

Damage valve
- additional charge bolts,
gaskets, flanges
- additional load risk of
rupture

Leaks on the shaft

O-ring's, V-package seals

damaged

Fluid leaks

- Replacement of stem seals as spare parts

list

Leaks to vent and

purge valves,
lubricators

- Valves leakage

Fluid leaks

Check and replace the defective valves

Operation
-over-pressure /
higher
temperature
- external
corrosion
- internal
corrosion
- electrical charge

- installation and operating

error
- environmental or
characteristics differ from
those of technical sheet
-contaminated fluid with
particles
- electromagnetic pulse;
- stray currents;
-electrostatic charges

Damage valve
-explosion hazard
- body injury in
contact with the valve
Damage valve
Decrease the life of a
slave.
- Damage valve
- sparks, electric arc,
sources of ignition

- respect pressure/temperature control

Cleaning periodically valve dust
using working fluid according to data sheet
endowment valve antistatic device

Maintenance
improper
fugitive emissions
ignition source

Use of improper spare parts

damage pressure parts
used improper /operation failure

- malfunction
- leakage
fire, explosions

S.C. FEPA S.A. Brlad

Str.: REPUBLICII nr. 316, Cod postal: 731120, Brlad - Romnia
Tel.: +40 0235; 411812
Fax: +40 0235; 421 618 / 0235 413729
e-mail: fepa@fepa.ro / marketing@fepa.ro

fire design
use proper working conditions

Rev. 0A
15.01.2015

ANNEX 1

Gate valve RSP-CB 1.NPS6".class300.5.2.1.1.5.1.5 (Tag: 2625-UXV-001, 2625-UXV-501)

Spare parts list:
1. Shaft gasket, code 3824.4052, 1 pcs./valve;
2. Seat gasket, code 3824.2618, 2 pcs.;
3. Seat, code 3824.2216 - pos. 6, 2 pcs.;
4. Packing shaft, code 4024.1121, 1 pcs;
5. Piston seal: 3825.2322.

13. Replacing the stem seals

Stem seal replacement can be performed with valve operating on
stream (refer to assembly drawing fig. 4):
Componets of fig. 4:

1
2
3
4

10

11

7
8

1 - Connection bush;
2 - Blocking pin;
3 - Screw;
4 - Stem Gland;
5 - O-ring 47.22x3.53;
6 - Gasket gland;
7 - O-ring 31.42x2.62;
8 - O-ring 44.12x2.62;
9 - Rod seal RSA 0320 0400 057 A0 (FEPA code 3824.4052);
10 - R-PTFE packing for 32 stem (4024.1121);
11 - Valve stem.
First we must remove the connection bush - pos. 1, by unscrewing the blocking
pin 2. Then unscrew the pos. 3 screws for extract the stem gland 4 and o-ring gasket
pos. 5 . After that extract the gaskets gland 6 along with O-rings gaskets 7 and 8 and rod
seal 9. At the end extract the packing 10.
Replace all the used gaskets, grease the montage gaps with adequate grease
and then proceed in reverse way for reassemble the stem seals. Screws enough the
screw 3 to enssure tightness of stem seals but not to much to increase the force
needed to close/open the valve.

14. Replacing the body-bonnet seal and the seats seals

Fig. 4 Stem seals
1
2
3
4
5
6

For that watch the fig. 4 and follow the instructions below:
The valve is composed by components according to fig. 5:
1. Stem;
5. Spiral-wound gasket;
2. Bonnet;
6. Gate (wedge);
3. Nut;
7. Body;
4. Stud;
8. Seats (3824.2618+3824.2216);
Disassemblyng start with unscrewing the nuts 3 and removal of studs 4.
Be carrefull about fluid under pressure traped between the gate 6, body 7 and
bonnet 2 !
Lift the bonnet 2 carrefuly and remove the spiral-wound gasket from its hole.
Clean these hole and prepare the surfaces with attention for placing a new spiral-wound
gasket at the assembly the product.
The two seats can be removed using a special tool for unscrewing them from its
location in body.
According to drawing bellow the seats have four recesses that permit screwing and
unscrewing them in the body.

Fig. 5 Body-bonnet seals and

seats
For assembly operation proceed in reverse order described above.

Fig. 6 Seats recesses

15. Links between pneumatic actuator, spring cartridge and valve

Components of fig. 8:
1
1 - Cylinder of pneumatic actuator;
2 - Actuator screw;
2
3 - Spring washer;
3
4 - Actuator flange;
18
5 - Link screw between spring cartdidge flange and stem flange;
4
6 - Spring washer;
7 - Upper cartridge bonnet;
5
8 - spring cartdidge flange;
6
9 - Outer spring;
10 - inner spring;
7
11 - Screw;
12 - Spring washer;
8
13 - Electro-pneumatic positioner;
9
14 - Stem flange;
15 - Throttle spring;
10
19
16 - Valve stem;
17 - Gate valve;
11
18 - Solenoid valve;
12
19 - Pressure filter-regulator.
For remove the actuator, unscrew the screws 2.
13
Prevent the fall of actuator flange 4 fixing it using two
screw and nuts! Do not lift the actuator without fixing
14
these flange!
For desassembling the spring cartridge unscrew the screws 5 using a
15
hexagonal wrench size S=8. The screws 5 connect the spring cartdridge flange 8
16
with the stem flange 14. When the actuaror have pressure at upper
connection the actuator stem push the flange 8 wich in its turn push the flange
17
14 and the valve close. When the actuator lose the pressure the springs
8 and 9 from spring cartdridge push againste the flange 14 , rise the
stem 16 and valve open.
Do not dessasembly by cutting the spring cartdridge!
Risk of severe injury due to tensioned springs inside.
Remove the spring cartridge from valve bonnet by lifting.
The spring 15 isn't tensioned. Its purpose is to help opening the gate
Fig. 8 Actuator and spring cartdridge dessasembly
in the absence of command pressure from actuator.
16. Actuator seals and disassembly
Component of fig. 9:
1 - Actuator;
2 - Nut;
3 - Actuator flange.
After removing the actuator from spring cartdridge the flange 3
could fall so during the lifting of actuator so it must be held together with
actuator by means of two nuts -pos. 2 .
For desassembling the actuator remove carrefully the flange and
drag the actuator stem for remove the piston.
2
Change the piston seal and and rod guide ring. Clean and visual
3
inspect the sealing surfaces. Lubricate them and fit the new gaskets.
2

Fig. 9 Prevention of falling of actuator flange

Fig. 10 Components:
1 - Screws;
2 - Spring washers;
3 - Cylinder -subassembly;
4 - Rod guide ring code ESA 2500 2460 203 R3;
5 - Piston seal code PSP 2500 2300 140 A0 (3825.2322);
6 - Piston stem;

7 - O-ring gasket 240.67x5.33;

8 - Circlip DIN 472 42x1.75;
9 - Bearing retaining ring;
10 - Bearing;
11 - Actuator flange;
12 - Bi-directional wiper with step code BWS 0300 0380 056 B0.

10

11
12

Fig. 10 Actuator dissasembly

17. Start-up and operating the valve
To start-up and operate the valve read carrefully and follow the instructions of electro-pneumatic positioner, solenoid
valve and pressure filter-regulator.

WARNING!
Mount the positioner, keeping the following sequence:
1. Remove protective film from pneumatic
connections.
2. Mount the positioner on the control valve
3. Connect the supply air
4. Connect the electrical power
5. Perform the start-up settings.

S.C. FEPA S.A. Brlad

Str.: REPUBLICII nr. 316, Cod postal: 731120, Brlad - Romnia
Tel.: +40 0235; 411812
Fax: +40 0235; 421 618 / 0235 413729
e-mail: fepa@fepa.ro / marketing@fepa.ro
10

Rev. 0A
15.01.2015