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 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
Scope
Description
Controller Identification
Principle of Operation
Pilot Operation
1.0 LEVEL CONTROLLER
INSTALLATION AND
START-UP
1.1 LEVEL ADJUSTMENT
1.2 LIQUID LEVEL INTERFACE
2.0 LEVEL CONTROLLER
MAINTENANCE
2.1 LEVEL CONTROLLER
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
2.2 LEVEL CONTROLLER
DISASSEMBLY
2.3 LEVEL CONTROLLER
RE-ASSEMBLY
2.4 LEVEL PILOT REMOVAL/
REPLACEMENT
2.5 LEVEL CONTROLLER
PILOT ACTION CONVERSION
2.6 LEVEL CONTROLLER
BODY DISASSEMBLY
2.7 LEVEL CONTROLLER
BODY RE-ASSEMBLY
3.0 REPAIR KITS
TABLE
Table 1 Trouble Diagnosis
ISO 9001
Cert. #30080
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INTRODUCTION
PAGE CAUTION!
1 The instructions provided herein should
1 be completely reviewed and understood
1 prior to installing, operating, or repairing
1 this equipment. All CAUTION and
2 WARNING notes (displayed in boxes)
must be strictly observed to prevent seri-
2 ous injury or equipment malfunction.
3 Scope
4 This instruction manual includes
installation, operation and mainte-
4 nance information for Norriseal EVS
Liquid Level Controllers.
4 This product is covered by U. S.
Patents 4,700,738 and 6,497,246 B1.
4 injury, loss of process control or environ-
Description
5 The EVS Liquid Level Controller (LLC)
is designed for general-purpose use
in liquid level and interface control
5 applications. It uses the patented
Norriseal Envirosave direct-acting,
5 on/off (snap) pneumatic pilot. The LLC
body is back-mounted on the case.
5 Pilot action can be reversed and mod-
ulating (throttle) service is optionally
available.
6 devices in the pressure lines.
The standard EVS Liquid Level
6 Controller is equipped with a 1.88- x
12-in. PVC displacer that can be
6 attached for either horizontal or verti-
cal service. Optional displacer materi-
als, lengths and diameters can be
7 supplied by Norriseal to accommodate
a wide range of control applications.
Controller Identification
Controller model numbers are typi-
cally 12 positions long (example:
2SM36-BBDB-N). Refer to the product
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brochure for specific information on
the controller nomenclature.
A nameplate attached to the inside
of the case includes the controller
model and serial number. Also
included is information pertinent to
the controller assembly, i.e., supply
and output pressures, displacer mate-
rial and rating, body size and mate-
rial, ANSI class and pressure, and
temperature limits.
CAUTION!
Before disassembly or maintenance, all
pressures in this device must be relieved.
Failure to relieve pressures may result in
personal injury or device damage. The
resulting uncontrolled venting or spilling
of process fluids may cause personal
mental contamination.
WARNING!
Maximum allowable pressures for the
level controller body and the maximum
allowable pressure at the maximum tem-
perature for the level controller are shown
on the nameplate mounted in the case. If
pressure to the level controller is capa-
ble of exceeding these limits, install relief
valves or other over-pressure protection
CAUTION!
When ordered, the displacer material and
configuration were selected to meet par-
ticular pressure, temperature, and fluid
conditions. Bodies and displacers are lim-
ited in their operating pressure and tem-
perature ranges as well as their ability to
resist corrosion. Do not apply any other
conditions to the controller without first
contacting your Norriseal sales office or
your sales representative.
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Principle of Operation
Force Balance Principle
The operation of the EVS Liquid Level
Controller is based on the Force
Balance Principle. A spring balances
the weight of a displacement-type
sensor. As liquid rises around the dis-
placer, the amount of force available
to the pilot is proportional to the
weight of the displaced liquid. The
available force is transmitted to the
pilot thrust pin through a lever and
fulcrum. The higher the level, the
greater the available force to the pilot.
The control is direct-acting (rising
level increases pilot output) when the
fulcrum is on the right of the pivot pin
as shown in Figure 1.
Fulcrum
Pilot
Pivot Pin
Figure 1 Direct-Acting Controller
The control can be made reverse-
acting (rising level decreases pilot out-
put) by moving the fulcrum to the left
of the pivot pin as shown in Figure 2.
*Patent No. 6,497,246 B1
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Pilot
Torque
Bar
Fulcrum Pivot Pin
Figure 2 Reverse-Acting Controller
Dump Span
A snap pilot provides on/off action of
output pressure that can be set any-
where within the displacer length. The
differential between on and off (dump
span) is set by positioning the fulcrum
along the torque bar (Figure 3).
Proportional Band
Torque The term Proportional Band is most
Bar commonly associated with throttling
pilots. It is the ratio of used displacer
length to total length of the displacer.
For example, if 6 in. of level change
will develop a 3 to 15 psi output sig-
nal with a 12-in. long vertical dis-
placer, the level controller is said to
have a 50% proportional band.
Figure 3 Adjusting Dump Span
and Proportional Band
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Level Adjustment
The spring is used to balance the
weight of the displacer. As level
increases, the apparent weight of the
displacer decreases. The spring ten-
sion increases and is transmitted to
the pilot thrust pin through the lever
and fulcrum.
Increasing tension on the spring low-
ers the sensed level. Decreasing ten-
sion on the spring raises the level
required to produce the toggle force.
Interface
Spring compression can be suffi-
ciently reduced so that a hydrocar-
bon liquid can rise above the displacer
without transmitting enough force to
the pilot to produce an output. If prop-
erly adjusted, water (with a higher
specific gravity) can then rise on the
displacer, changing its weight, and
produce an output. This wide range
of control makes liquid interface sens-
ing possible.
Pilot Operation
As described in Principle of
Operation, force from the balance
spring is transmitted via the lever and
fulcrum to the thrust pin of the pilot.
Envirosave (Snap) Pilot (Figure 4)
This patented* pilot has two (2) elas-
tomer seats that ensure zero leakage.
The upper seat (D) is sealed by a ball
(A). The upper seat controls supply
air and holds the ball in the closed
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position. Upward mechanical force
on the thrust pin (B) overcomes the
supply air pressure holding the ball
to the seat. The ball snaps upward
and supply air flows out the output
port (H). The lower port is sealed by
the spherical end of the thrust pin pre-
venting supply air from escaping.
As the upward force
on the thrust pin de-
A directly onto the free end of the
creases, supply air pres-
D H sure overcomes the
upward force. The ball
B When making connection to the vessel,
once again seals the
supply air and simulta-
neously opens the
Force
lower exhaust port,
venting gas from the
Figure 4
control-valve actuator.
Snap Pilot
Throttle Pilot (Figure 5)
The throttle pilot also has two seats
to admit supply gas and exhaust the
actuator gas. A diaphragm (E) is used
to sense pressure/force
feedback and a spring
assists closing pressure
on the thrust pin. The
throttle pilot is opera-
C 2. Insure that screwed surfaces on
tionally similar to the
snap pilot, except that
E
the output pressure is
proportional to the me-
Force
chanical force applied
to the thrust pin (C). As
Figure 5
the thrust pin force
Throttle Pilot
changes, the pilot seeks
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to maintain equilibrium by either de-
creasing (exhausting) output loading
pressure or increasing output loading
pressure. Supply air does not flow
when the loading pressures of the
pilot are balanced.
1.0 LEVEL CONTROLLER
INSTALLATION AND
START-UP
CAUTION!
observe all safety requirements of the
area where the work is being done. Be
especially careful of pressure vessels.
1. After unpacking the controller,
visually inspect the unit for any
evidence of shipping damage.
Shipping damage claims must be
filed with the carrier who handled
the package(s). Remove any for-
eign material that may have col-
lected during crating and
shipment. Remove the thread
protectors from the body end
connection.
both the controller and the vessel
are free of foreign materials.
3. The controller normally ships in
four (4) pieces: the controller
body/case assembly, the displacer,
the displacer arm, and the swivel.
Therefore, some assembly is
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required. Insert the displacer arm
into the opening in the controller
body. Carefully align and screw
the arm into the body shaft. For
vertical installation, screw the
swivel onto the free end of the dis-
placer arm. Screw the displacer
onto the free end of the swivel.
For horizontal applications, screw
the displacer (no swivel used)
displacer arm.
4. Install the controller using good
piping practice. Use TFE tape or
pipe thread sealant.
CAUTION!
The bodies are rated ANSI 1500 class. Do
not install in a system where the work-
ing pressures can exceed those marked
on the nameplate.
5. Connect instrument air to the sup-
ply connection on the controller.
Connect the control valve signal
line to the output connection. The
supply and output connections
are clearly marked.
6. Open the case and rock the
torque bar by hand to verify the
displacer arm moves freely and
is NOT resting against the vessel
nozzle or other obstruction. The
arm must be reasonably centered
in the connection opening, paral-
lel to the ground.
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1.1 LEVEL ADJUSTMENT
NOTE: All controllers are factory set
for average level and sensitivity.
1. To decrease level (increase com-
pression on the balance spring),
turn the adjusting knob on top of
the balance spring CLOCKWISE.
To increase level (decrease com-
pression on the balance spring),
turn the knob on top of the balance
spring COUNTER-CLOCKWISE.
Adjusting
Knob
Balance
Spring
Pivot Pin
Torque
Bar
Sensitivity
Fulcrum
Figure 6 How to Make Level Adjustments
2. Adjust the proportional band
(dump span) by first loosening the
thumbscrew on the sensitivity ful-
crum. Slide the fulcrum along the
fulcrum bar toward the pivot pin
to INCREASE proportional band
and DECREASE SENSITIVITY.
Slide the fulcrum along the
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fulcrum bar away from the pivot
pin to DECREASE proportional
band and INCREASE SENSITIV-
ITY. Tighten the thumbscrew on
the sensitivity fulcrum when the
proper span is selected.
1.2 LIQUID LEVEL INTERFACE
NOTE: All controllers are factory set
for average level and sensitivity.
1. Set the sensitivity fulcrum 12-in.
from the pivot pin. Reduce the
spring tension slowly by turning
the adjusting knob COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE, and let the UPPER
fluid rise to submerge the dis-
placer. Fine tune after the dis-
placer is fully submerged in the
UPPER fluid by slowly increasing
spring tension (turning adjusting
knob CLOCKWISE) until an out-
put signal is obtained. Then back
the tension off slowly (turning
adjusting knob COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE) until the output sig-
nal pressure returns to zero.
2. Let the lower fluid rise until the
desired interface level is reached.
Fine tune by slowly increasing
spring tension (turning adjusting
knob CLOCKWISE) until an out-
put signal is obtained. Then back
the tension off the balance spring
slowly (turning adjusting knob
COUNTER-CLOCKWISE) until the
output signal pressure returns to
zero.
3. If a shorter dump span is desired,
move the fulcrum farther away
from the pivot pin and repeat the
above procedure.
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2.0 LEVEL CONTROLLER
MAINTENANCE
Use only Norriseal replacement parts
when servicing level controllers.
Please refer to the model and serial
numbers when ordering replacement
parts.
WARNING!
Before attempting any repairs, isolate the
controller from the system and make sure
that all pressure is released from the con-
troller body. Shut off and vent supply and
output (signal air) lines to the controller.
1. Isolate the controller from the
process.
2. Shut off and vent supply and out-
put (signal air) lines to the controller.
3. Release the process pressure.
Controller parts are built to withstand
a great deal of wear under normal
operating conditions and will rarely
need to be repaired. Should repair be
necessary, the following sections
describe the procedures for disas-
sembling and re-assembling the con-
troller.
2.1 LEVEL CONTROLLER
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
1. O-rings and main-shaft bearings
last for many years. If a leak
occurs, Norriseal has O-ring Seal
Kits (LSK) available.
2. Controllers used in high-paraffin
service or interface control with a
horizontal displacer should be
removed and inspected after their
initial three (3) months of service.
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Check for debris buildup inside
the controller body that might
interfere with displacer arm move-
ment. Future inspections can be
gauged by how much buildup
occurred in the initial three (3)
months of service.
2.2 LEVEL CONTROLLER
DISASSEMBLY
NOTE: These instructions do not
apply to the pilot or body. See para-
graph 2.4 for instructions for remov-
ing and/or replacing the pilot. See
paragraph 2.6 for removing body.
1. Remove the balance spring,
spring retainer and the spring-
adjustment cap screw.
2. Remove the retaining ring from
the torque bar. Slide the torque
bar off of the pivot pin. Remove
and discard Teflon back-up ring.
NOTE: DO NOT attempt to
remove the pivot pin. It is press-fit
into the body and is not meant to
be removed.
3. Remove spring retainer stud.
4. Loosen the two (2) cap screws
holding the level-adjusting bar
and slide it off the right end of the
fulcrum bar and shaft end.
5. Remove the sensitivity fulcrum
and fulcrum bar together by
pulling the assembly from the
level-adjusting bar with spring.
6. Loosen the two (2) cap screws
holding the level-adjusting bar
with spring and slide it off the left
end of the shaft.
2.3 LEVEL CONTROLLER
RE-ASSEMBLY
1. Slide the level-adjusting bar with
spring onto the left end of the
shaft and snug the two (2) cap
screws. Do not completely tighten
at this time.
2. Install spring retainer stud.
3. Replace the sensitivity fulcrum
and fulcrum bar together by push-
ing the assembly into the level-
adjusting bar with spring. Slide
the level-adjusting bar onto the
right end of the shaft and onto the
fulcrum bar. Snug, but do not
tighten, the two (2) cap screws
that secure the bar to the shaft.
4. Center the displacer arm in the
body opening. It may be helpful
to put a temporary spacer under
the displacer arm to hold it in
place.
5. Temporarily slide the sensitivity
fulcrum fully to the right. Position
the fulcrum bar so that it is paral-
lel with the bottom edge of the
case. Tighten the two (2) cap
screws on the level-adjusting bar
with spring and the two (2) cap
screws on the level-adjusting bar.
6. Replace the Teflon back-up ring,
torque bar and then replace the
retaining ring that secures them
to the pivot pin. NOTE: The
torque bar must move freely.
7. Install the spring adjustment cap
screw, balance spring and spring
retainer.
2.4 LEVEL PILOT REMOVAL /
REPLACEMENT
WARNING!
Before attempting any repairs, isolate the
controller from the system and make sure
that all pressure is released from the con-
troller body. Shut-off and vent supply and
output (signal air) lines to the controller.
1. The pilot is held in place by four
(4) cap screws in the pilot clamp.
Remove these four (4) cap screws
and lift the pilot from the case.
2. If necessary, replace pilot. Use
only genuine Norriseal pilots.
3. Re-install the pilot by reversing
instructions 1 through 3 above. It
may appear that the pilot gasket
does not need replacing, but
replacement is recommended.
2.5 LEVEL CONTROLLER
PILOT ACTION CONVERSION
EVS Controllers are normally shipped
from the factory set for Direct Action.
The following procedure converts the
unit from Direct to Reverse Action.
NOTE: When the sensitivity fulcrum
is to the right of the pivot pin, the unit
is set for Direct Action (figure 1).
when the sensitivity fulcrum is to the
left of the pivot pin, the unit is set for
Reverse Action (Figure 7). It may be
Pilot
Torque
Bar

Fulcrum Pivot Pin

Figure 7 Reverse-Acting Controller

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necessary to relax the tension from
the balance spring to freely move the
fulcrum.
1. Remove the thumbscrew from
the front of the sensitivity fulcrum.
2. Grasp the top of the sensitivity ful-
crum and pull out and downward
to completely rotate the fulcrum
on the fulcrum bar. Slide the sen-
sitivity fulcrum to the left side of
the fulcrum bar and replace the
thumbscrew to lock the fulcrum
in its new inverted position.
3. If necessary, re-adjust the tension
on the balance spring to establish
the desired switch point.
2.6 LEVEL CONTROLLER
BODY DISASSEMBLY
1. Disassemble the controller by fol-
lowing the disassembly instruc-
tions in paragraph 2.2 above.
2. Remove the two (2) bearing
blocks (114-in. wrench) and the
shaft. Remove and discard the
O-rings and Teflon back-up rings
in the body, on the shaft, and in
the bearing blocks.
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3. Remove the four (4) cap screws 6. Reassemble the controller per
holding the case to the body. The paragraph 2.3.
gasket should be discarded. Do
Bearing Block
not attempt to reuse the gasket.
O-ring
2.7 LEVEL CONTROLLER
BODY RE-ASSEMBLY Shaft
1. Install the case/body gasket and
mount the case to the Body with Figure 8 End-on Cutaway of Controller Body
four (4) cap screws. Tighten the
screws to 6 ft-lbs.
3.0 REPAIR KITS
2. Using new O-rings, install the Norriseal provides repair kits for use
large O-ring over the threads of in controller maintenance. Contact
the bearing block. Install the new your Norriseal sales office or your
Teflon back-up rings in each bear- sales representative for more infor-
ing block, pressing them into mation.
place with a 516-in. diameter rod.
Install the new O-rings in each CAUTION!
bearing block, pressing them into If the bearing blocks are removed from
place with a 516-in. diameter rod. the body for any reason, the back-up rings
and O-rings must be re-packed (pressed
3. Replace one (1) bearing block on into place). It is recommended that new
the either side of the body. NOTE: back-up rings and new O-rings be used.
Light oil applied to the O-rings will
assist in the assembly.
4. Insert the shaft into the body and
firmly seat in the bearing.
5. Replace the remaining bearing
block on the body and tighten.
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TA B L E 1 T R O U B L E D I A G N O S I S
TROUBLE
Pilot output pressure gauge indicates output
pressure signal when fluid level is below dis-
placer on a direct-acting controller OR when
fluid level is above displacer on a reverse-
acting controller.
Pilot output pressure gauge indicates no out-
put pressure signal when fluid level is above
displacer on a direct-acting controller OR when
fluid level is below displacer on a reverse-
acting controller.
Controller does not repeat at the same fluid
level after each dump and sometimes fails to
either dump or shut-off. (The torque bar does
not bounce back fast when depressed and
appears to be hard to move.)
A pneumatic pilot bleeds air continuously.
On interface control, the vessel occasionally
loses all fluid or the vessel overflows, espe-
cially with temperature change. The displacer
arm is free and the displacer is not hitting
inside the vessel.
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SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE
1. Balance spring is too compressed and puts
too much pressure on the torque bar.
2. The displacer arm is set too low or the dis-
placer is hitting something inside the vessel.
1. Balance spring is insufficiently compressed
and doesnt put enough pressure on the
torque bar.
2. The displacer arm is set too high or the dis-
placer is hitting something inside the vessel.
Paraffin or debris has built up inside the level
control body.
Foreign matter under the ball on a snap con-
trol pilot or under the peanut on a throttle
control pilot.
OR
The tru-arc ring on the snap pilot thrust pin
may have been dislocated.
The displacer is not big enough to handle the
interface differential. Close specific gravity of
two fluids and a temperature change can
cause this problem.
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CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Back-off the spring retainer until the out-
put pressure signal goes off. Re-check when
the fluid level rises (direct-acting) or falls
(reverse-acting).
2. Check the displacer arm by moving the lev-
eling adjusting bar up and down. If the
adjusting bar will move in only one direction,
this indicates the displacer arm is riding at
either the top or bottom of the vessel con-
nection. If it moves too freely, the displacer
has become disconnected from the dis-
placer arm. Re-center the displacer arm in
the vessel connection.
1. Compress the spring retainer until an out-
put pressure signal is indicated on the out-
put pressure gauge. Re-check when the
fluid level falls (direct-acting) or rises
(reverse-acting).
2. Check the displacer arm by moving the lev-
eling adjusting bar up and down. If the
adjusting bar will move in only one direction,
this indicates the displacer arm is riding at
either the top or bottom of the vessel con-
nection. If it moves too freely, the displacer
has become disconnected from the dis-
placer arm. Re-center the displacer arm in
the vessel connection.
Remove controller from service and clean out
the body with a solvent.
Remove the pilot following the instructions in
paragraph 2.4. Remove the two cap screws
from the bottom of the pilot. Clean the pilot
thoroughly. If a snap pilot, make sure the
dimension between the tru-arc ring and the
bottom of the pin is 34 in. If not, gently tap the
tru-arc ring into the proper location.
Reassemble the pilot.
Provide exact specific or API gravities of both
fluids to Norriseal Engineering for exact siz-
ing of the displacer that should be used.
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Norris Butterfly Valves

INTRODUCTION
CONTENTS Installation of Norris butterfly valves
PAGE is a simple procedure that requires
INTRODUCTION 1 no special tools. Special care should
Installation Compatibility 1 be taken, however, in unpacking and
installing the valve to avoid damage
Required Tools and Materials 1 to the sealing surfaces (O-ring flange
Preparing Valve and Flanges 1 seals, seat and disc edge or disc
O-ring).
1.0 INSTALLATION 2 Valves for hydrogen sulfide and chloride
1.1 INSTALLATION OF ALL Installation Compatibility
2- TO 12-IN. SPAN-TYPE VALVES 2 Norris wafer span and lug type valves
1.2 INSTALLATION OF 14- TO 36-IN. 2- through 36-in. are designed for use
SEMI-LUG AND 2- TO 36-IN. with ANSl 150 flanges with an inside
FULL-LUG VALVES 2 diameter equivalent to Schedule 40
pipe ID. Check disc clearance charts
on individual Valve Data Sheets to be
2.0 MAINTENANCE
AND REPAIR 2 sure the inside diameter of compan-
ion flanges and piping does not inter-
CAUTION!
Although life expectancy is difficult to
determine, approximately 5 to 10 years
of life can be expected in general service
with proper maintenance (no warranty is
implied by this statement). The user shall
determine suitability for corrosive or abra-
sive applications. The user shall deter-
mine suitability of material for application.
containing applications should be checked
by the user for the application of appli-
cable recognized standards. The user is
responsible for insulating the valve as
necessary to prevent hot/cold surface
contact. These valves are not for opera-
tion in an external fire environment. The
system shall provide protection from
exceeding the allowable limits of pres-
sure and temperature.

3.0 DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY fere with disc movement when the

OF 2- TO 12-IN.
valve is cycled to the open position.
Required Tools and Materials
200 PSI VALVES 3 Back beveling of heavy wall, plastic
or cement pipe may be required for The only tool required to install Norris
disc clearance. butterfly valves is a wrench suitable
4.0 DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY for tightening flange bolts and nuts
OF 212 - TO 12-IN. Weldneck, socket weld or slip-on or cap screws. A hoist may be
285 PSI VALVES 4 flanges can be used with Norris required for 10-in. and larger valves.
metal-lined M-Series and D-Series Smaller sizes can usually be handled
5.0 DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY valves with no special preparation. by one man. Temporary pipe sup-
OF 14- TO 36-IN. ports may be used to keep the flange
200 AND 285 PSI VALVES 6 Weldneck or socket weld flanges
are recommended for use with faces parallel and aid in installing the
elastomer-lined R-Series valves. Slip valve.
6.0 INSTALLATION OF DISC O-RING
ON M-SERIES VALVES 7 on type flanges are not recom- Flange gaskets are not required since
mended for use with R-Series valves. O-ring flange-face seals are a built-in
7.0 REPAIR KITS 9 Slip-on type flanges should only be feature of the Norris valve design.
used with R-Series valves when the
flanges have been installed with sin- Flange bolts and nuts or cap screws
8.0 VALVE STORAGE are not included with valve shipment
PROCEDURES 11 gle beveled, fillet-reinforced weld, per
Mil-Std-22A, P43. unless ordered as a separate item.
The individual Valve Data Sheets will
lity Evaluatio
Norris automated valves and those indicate the required number and size
ua n
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with gear operators should be of bolts or cap screws which are avail-
s,
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distributors.
valves are shipped with the handle
removed. Attach handle to operator Preparation of Valve and Flanges
shaft and check disc to be sure it If the valve and flanges are properly
seats on raised sealing surface before prepared for installation, problems
installing between flanges. can be avoided later. Flange faces

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should be free of dirt, grit, dents or
surface irregularities which might
damage the body O-ring flange seals
and cause leakage at the flange. Also
inspect the valve and wipe away any
grit or dirt which might be around the
seat seals or disc. The valve must be
in the closed position to protect the
sealing edge of the disc.
1.0 INSTALLATION
CAUTION!
Flange bolting should not be used to posi-
tion flanges. Flanges should be in proper
installation position prior to torquing bolt-
ing to prevent external loads from trans-
ferring to the valve. Ensure that piping is
properly supported to prevent piping
loads from being transferred to the valve.
1.1 INSTALLATION OF
ALL 2- TO 12-IN.
SPAN-TYPE VALVES
Loosely bolt lower half of flanges
together. Make sure the flanges are
separated enough to allow the valve
to be inserted without damaging
flange seals and the face of the elas-
tomer seat.
Insert valve between flange faces with
care and lower into bolt cradle.
Special care should be taken, espe-
cially when raised-face flanges are
used, to prevent damage to face of
seat and O-ring flange seals during
installation.
Loosely install remaining flange bolts
and nuts.
Snug all flange bolts. Tighten first one
bolt and then the opposite, 180 apart,
keeping flange faces parallel. Make
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sure there is full metal-to-metal con-
tact between flange and valve face.
The O-ring seal makes excessive bolt
loading unnecessary.
1.2 INSTALLATION OF
14- TO 36-IN. SEMI-LUG
AND 2- TO 36-IN.
FULL-LUG VALVES
Attach valve to one flange and then
the other using the tapped flange
holes. Loosely install all cap screws
in tapped holes on one flange.
Tighten evenly, working with alter-
nate cap screws 180 apart. Keep
flange and valve faces parallel.
Tighten cap screws evenly in the
same manner, alternating between
screws that are 180 apart. Make sure
there is full metal-to-metal contact
between flange and valve face. Do
not over-tighten cap screws. The
O-ring flange seal makes excessive
bolt loading unnecessary.
Repeat procedure for second flange.
In the case of semi-lug 14- through
36-in. valves, install remaining bolts
after valve is attached to both flanges.
2.0 MAINTENANCE
AND REPAIR
Norris butterfly valves are designed
and manufactured to exacting stan-
dards to help avoid operating prob-
lems. However, trouble with valves
can occur if they are improperly han-
dled, if they are used beyond the rec-
ommended working pressure and
flow rates, or if the wetted parts are
not compatible with the flow medium.
Operating maintenance and lubri-
cation is not required. Shaft bearing
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surfaces have been factory lubricated.
O-ring seat and shaft seals are per-
manently locked in lubricant to pre-
vent flow medium from penetrating
major bearing surfaces.
Under normal conditions, operating
torques will not exceed a comfort-
able range for manual operation of
the valve although valve torques may
increase somewhat with age.
Repairs which may be required:
1. O-ring flange seal replacement if
a leak develops between flange
and valve body. Flange seal can
be replaced without disassem-
bling the valve and replacing the
seat. See Step 6 of assembly pro-
cedure on following pages. Flange
face should be inspected for dirt,
grit or irregularities which could
prevent sealing, or damage
replacement seal.
2. Seat, disc or disc O-ring replace-
ment if the valve develops a leak
through the valve bore.
3. Replacement of O-ring shaft seals
if valve develops a leak at top
or bottom shaft or operating
torque increases beyond com-
fortable limits.
4. Shaft replacement if shaft
becomes corroded or operating
torque increases appreciably.
5. Disc or shaft replacement if drive
slot or shaft is damaged by pres-
sure surges or flow velocity
exceeding recommended limits.
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3.0 DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY
OF 2- TO 12-IN.
200 PSI VALVES
(See Figure #1)
WARNING!
It is not safe to make any valve repairs
while the valve is under pressure/
vacuum. Do not loosen cap screws or
attempt to remove topworks, operator or
bottom plate until all pressure/vacuum
has been eliminated and valve removed
from line.
Removal of Valve from Line
Remove all pressure from line. Close
valve and remove flange bolts or cap
screws. Spread flanges so valve can
be removed without damaging face
of elastomer seat.
Disassembly of
2- to 12-in. Valves
6. Push disc (#2) from seat carefully
so as not to damage sealing edge.
7. Tap seat (#5) from body with plas-
tic or rubber mallet. O-ring flange
seals (#6) will come free as seat is
removed. Seat O-rings (#7) will
be in counterbore of seat.
FOR M-SERIES VALVES ONLY:
Inspect disc O-ring for damage or
compression set. If replacement is
necessary, carefully cut the O-ring
(#16) and remove from disc edge
groove. Do not pry the O-ring loose
with sharp tools which could dam-
age the disc or groove. See special
instructions for replacing disc O-ring
(page 7).
Assembly of
2- to 12-in. Valves
1. Thoroughly clean all parts, then
grease outside diameter and
raised sealing surface of seat, all
O-rings, and disc edge with a
silicon-based lubricant such as
Dow Corning Valve-Seal or
Magnalube.
WARNING!
Valve must not be put under pressure/
vacuum until topworks, operator and bot-
tom plate have been installed.
CAUTION!
Petroleum-based lubricants can cause
damage to some elastomers and should
not be used on rubber parts.
2. Place shaft O-rings (#7) in seat
counterbores, slip seat (#5) into
body (#1), accurately aligning
shaft holes in seat with shaft bores
in body. A soft plastic or rubber
mallet may be used to tap seat
into place if necessary.

1. Open disc (Ref. #2) enough to

clear raised seating surface. 11 Thrust washer upper

10 Thrust washer lower

2. Remove topworks, gear operator
or other actuator. 7 Shaft O-ring

3 Shaft operator
3. Remove cap screws (#13) and
bottom plate (#12).
4. Remove top and bottom shaft
retention screw (#14) and washer 1 Body
15 Retention screw washer
(#15). 14 Shaft retention screw
6 Body face O-ring
5. Pull top and bottom shaft (#3 and
7 Shaft/seat O-ring
#4) from body with pliers or vise 5 Seat
grips. O-ring shaft seal (#7) and Body face O-ring 6 2 Disc
thrust washers (#10 and #11) will Shaft/body O-ring 7
come out with top shaft. Bottom Shaft/bottom shaft 4
O-ring shaft seal (#7) will come
Bottom plate 12
out with bottom shaft.
14
Thrust cap screw 13 15
Disc O-ring
M-Series only
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3. Grease bearing surface (nub) of at points between until the entire 4.0 DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY
bottom shaft (#4) and full length O-ring is smooth and evenly OF 212- TO 12-IN.
of operator shaft (#3) with a secured.
general-purpose lubricant. Insert
285 PSI VALVES
7. Insert shaft O-ring (#7), stainless (See Figure #2)
operator shaft and bottom shaft
steel washer (#10) and Teflon
to check alignment of shaft bore in
washer (#11) in counterbore of WARNING!
seat and body. Carefully rotate
mounting pad. Install topworks or It is not safe to make any valve repairs
and push shaft past the seat and
operator. Again, check to be sure while the valve is under pressure/
seat O-rings to prevent damage
disc seats on raised sealing vacuum. Do not loosen cap screws or
to these sealing surfaces. Do not
surface. attempt to remove topworks, operator or
force shaft past seat O-ring and
bottom plate until all pressure/vacuum
seat. If necessary, realign seat with 8. Install valve between flanges. has been eliminated and valve removed
shaft bores. Withdraw the shafts from line.
enough to allow clearance for WARNING!
disc. Valve must not be put under pressure/
vacuum until topworks or operator is Removal of Valve from Line
4. Insert disc (#2) perpendicular to
installed. Remove all pressure from line. Close
shaft holes and raised sealing sur-
face, then rotate 90 to align disc valve and remove flange bolts or cap
bosses with shaft bores. Engage screws. Spread flanges so valve can
bottom shaft (#4) with bottom be removed without damaging O-ring
disc boss. Insert shaft O-ring (#7) flange seals or face of elastomer seat.
in counterbore of body, attach
bottom plate (#12) with two cap
screws (#13). Align flats of oper-
10 Thrust washer upper
ator shaft (#3) with milled slot in
disc boss and insert as far as it 7 Shaft/body O-ring
will go. Do not hammer shaft into 3 Shaft
place.
5. Install top and bottom retention
17 Shaft/disc O-ring
washers (#15) and shaft retention
screws (#14) in valve. Rotate top
shaft (#3) to be sure retention Body
1
screw (#14) does not interfere 15 Retention screw washer
with shaft movement. Check to 14 Shaft retention screw
be sure disc seats on raised seat- 6 Body face O-ring
ing surface. If it does not, rotate 7 Shaft/seat O-ring
5 Seat
disc 180. Disc can be rotated 360 Body face O-ring 6 8 Disc pin screw
without damaging valve. Shaft/body O-ring 7 9 Disc pin
6. Insert O-ring flange seal (#6) in Shim set 11
groove between body and seat. Thrust washer lower 12
Avoid stretching O-ring by first Thrust cap 4 14
pressing it into place at four points Thrust cap screw 13 15
12, 3, 6 and 9 oclock then Disc 2
pressing it into place alternately Disc O-ring 16
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Disassembly of
212- to 12-in Valves
Lay valve body flat between two
blocks or secure rim of body in vise to
simplify disassembly and assembly.
1. Open disc, then remove gear
operator or other actuator and
key.
2. Remove shaft retention screws
(#14) and washers (#15).
3. Remove cap screws (#16) and
thrust cap (#13). Remove split
thrust washer (#12), shim set
(#11) and O-ring shaft seal (#7)
from shaft bore, taking care not
to damage the shaft.
4. Remove cap screws (#13) from
disc pin and tap pin (#9) out with
a soft hammer.
5. Support the disc to prevent dam-
age to the seal edge as the shaft is
removed from body.
6. Remove shaft (#3) through bot-
tom bore of body. Tap top of shaft
with a soft plastic or rubber ham-
mer to loosen, then pull from the
opposite end. Disc (#2) will come
free when shaft has been removed.
7. Tap seat (#5) from body with rub-
ber mallet. O-ring flange seals
(#6) will come free as seat is
removed. Seat O-rings (#7) will
be in counterbores of seat.
8. Remove shaft O-rings (#17) from
grooves in shaft.
9. Remove O-ring shaft seal (#7) and
TFE washer (#10) from top shaft
bore.
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FOR M-SERIES VALVE ONLY:
Inspect disc O-ring for damage or
compression set. If replacement is
necessary, carefully cut the O-ring
(#19) and remove from disc edge
groove. Do not pry the O-ring loose
with sharp tools which could dam-
age the disc or groove. See special
instructions for replacing disc O-ring
(page 7).
Assembly of
212- to 12-in Valves
1. Thoroughly clean all parts, then
grease outside diameter and
raised sealing surface of seat, all
O-rings, and disc edge with a
silicon-based lubricant such as
Dow Corning Valve-Seal or
Magnalube.
WARNING!
Valve must not be put under pressure/
vacuum until topworks, operator and bot-
tom plate have been installed.
CAUTION!
Petroleum-based lubricants can cause
damage to some elastomers and should
not be used on rubber parts.
2. Place O-ring seat seals (#7) in seat
counterbores. Slip seat (#5) into
body (#1), accurately aligning
shaft holes in seat with shaft bores
in body. A soft plastic or rubber
mallet may be used to tap seat
into place if necessary.
3. Carefully roll shaft O-rings (#7)
into shaft grooves.
4. Carefully lower disc (#2) into seat
perpendicular to shaft bores and
raised sealing surface. Rotate disc
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to align disc bosses with shaft
bores.
5. Grease shaft (#3) thoroughly with
general-purpose lubricant. Insert
shaft, carefully revolving it past
O-rings and seat to prevent dam-
age to these sealing surfaces. Do
not force shaft past seat O-rings
and seat. Do not hammer into
place.
6. Rotate disc to align disc pin hole
with hole in shaft, insert disc pin
(#9) and attach cap screws (#8).
A soft hammer may be used to
tap the disc pin into place. Close
the disc.
7. Install shaft retention screws (#14)
and washers (#15).
8. Insert bottom shaft O-ring (#7) in
counterbore of body. A set of
shims (#11) is provided to bal-
ance the self-centering disc. A
split thrust washer (#12) and
thrust cap (#13) hold them in
place. The number of shims nec-
essary for each valve may vary
because of manufacturing toler-
ances. Insert the thrust washer
(#12), determine the correct num-
ber of shims required for a tight
fit. Remove shims and thrust
washer. Install the required shims,
thrust washer and close with
thrust cap (#13) and cap screws
(#16).
9. Insert O-ring flange seals (#6) in
groove between body and seat.
Avoid stretching O-ring by first
pressing it into place at four points
12, 3, 6 and 9 oclock then
pressing it into place alternately
at points between until the entire
O-ring is smooth and evenly
secured.
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10. Insert O-ring (#7) and TFE washer
(#1O) in counterbore of mount-
ing pad.
11. Insert key and install gear opera-
tor or other actuator. Close valve
to be sure disc seats on raised
sealing surface. If it does not,
rotate disc 180. Disc can be
rotated a full 360 without dam-
aging valve.
12. Use hoist to install valve between
flanges. Temporary pipe supports
should be used to keep flanges
parallel during installation and
prevent damage to disc edge,
O-ring flange seals and face of
elastomer seat.
5.0 DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY
OF 14- TO 36-IN.
200 AND 285 PSI VALVES
(See Figure #3)
Disassembly of
14- to 36-in. Valves
Lay valve body flat between two
blocks or sawhorses to simplify dis-
assembly and assembly.
1. Open disc, then remove gear
operator or other actuator and key
(#11).
2. Remove cap screws (#18) and
thrust washer (#10), shim set (#8)
and O-ring shaft seal (#16) from
shaft bore, taking care not to dam-
age the shaft.
3. Remove cap screws (#22) from
disc pin and tap pin (#7) out with
a soft hammer.
4. Attach a sling to support disc and
prevent damage to the sealing
edge as the shaft is removed from
body.
5. Remove shaft (#3) through bot-
tom bore of body. Tap top of shaft
with a soft plastic or rubber ham-
mer to loosen, then pull from the
opposite end. Disc (#2) will come
free when shaft has been
removed.
6. Tap seat (#6) from body with plas-
tic or rubber mallet. O-ring flange
seals (#15) will come free as seat
is removed. Seat O-rings (#16)
will be in counterbores of seat.
7. Remove shaft O-rings (#17) from
grooves in shaft.
8. Remove O-ring shaft seal (#16)
and Teflon washer (#27) from top
shaft bore.
FOR M-SERIES VALVE ONLY:
Inspect disc O-ring for damage or
compression set. If replacement is

WARNING!
27 Thrust washer upper
It is not safe to make any valve repairs
16 Shaft/body O-ring
while the valve is under pressure/
vacuum. Do not loosen cap screws or Key 11 3 Shaft
attempt to remove topworks, operator or
bottom plate until all pressure/vacuum
has been eliminated and valve removed 17 Shaft/disc O-ring
from line.

1 Body
Removal of Valve from Line
Remove all pressure from line. Close
15 Body face O-ring
valve. Attach hoist to support valve 16 Shaft/seat O-ring
and aid in removing valve from line. 6 Seat
Use of temporary pipe supports will Body face O-ring 15 22 Disc pin screw
help prevent damage to the valve. Shaft/body O-ring 16 7 Disc pin
Shim set 8
Remove flange bolts. All cap screws
should be removed from one flange Thrust washer lower 10
and then the other. Spread flanges Thrust cap 9
so valve can be lifted from the line Thrust cap screw 18 Disc 2
without damaging disc edge, O-ring
flange seats or face of elastomer seat. Disc O-ring 25
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necessary, carefully cut the O-ring
(#25) and remove from disc edge
groove.
Do not pry the O-ring loose with sharp
tools which could damage the disc or
groove. See special instruction for
replacing disc O-ring (page 7).
Assembly of
14- to 36-in. Valves
1. Thoroughly clean all parts, then
grease outside diameter and
raised sealing surface of seat, all
O-rings and disc edge with a
silicon-based lubricant such as
Dow Corning Valve-Seal or
Magnalube.
WARNING!
Valve must not be put under pressure/
vacuum until topworks, operator and bot-
tom plate have been installed.
CAUTION!
Petroleum-based lubricants can cause
damage to some elastomers and should
not be used on rubber parts.
2. Place shaft O-rings (#16) in seat
counterbores, slip seat (#6) into
body (#1), accurately aligning
shaft holes in seat with shaft bores
in body. A soft plastic or rubber
mallet may be used to tap seat
into place if necessary.
3. Carefully roll shaft O-rings (#17)
into shaft grooves.
4. Attach a sling to disc (#2). With
the hoist, carefully lower disc into
seat perpendicular to shaft bores
and raised sealing surface. Rotate
disc to align bosses with shaft
bores.
5. Grease shaft (#3) thoroughly with
general-purpose lubricant. Insert
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shaft, carefully revolving it past
O-rings and seat to prevent dam-
age to these sealing surfaces. Do
not force shaft past seat O-rings
and seat. Do not hammer into
place.
6. Rotate disc to align disc pin hole
with hole in shaft. Insert disc pin
(#7) and attach cap screws (#22).
A soft hammer may be used to
tap the disc pin into place. Close
the disc.
7. Insert bottom shaft O-ring (#16)
in counterbore of body. A set of
shims (#6) is provided to balance
the self-centering disc. A split
thrust washer (#10) and thrust
cap (#9) hold them in place. The
number of shims necessary for
each valve may vary because of
manufacturing tolerances. Insert
the thrust washer (#10), deter-
mine the correct number of shims
required for a tight fit. Remove
shim and thrust washer. Install the
required shims, thrust washer and
close with thrust cap (#9) and cap
screws.
8. Insert O-ring flange seals (#15) in
groove between body and seat.
Avoid stretching O-ring by first
pressing it into place at four points
12, 3, 6 and 9 oclock then
1. Place O-ring about halfway
pressing it into place alternately
at points between until the entire
O-ring is smooth and evenly
secured.
9. Insert O-ring (#16) and Teflon
washer (#27) in counterbore of
mounting pad.
10. Insert key (#11) and install gear
operator or other actuator. Close
valve to be sure disc seats on
raised sealing surface. If it does
not, rotate disc 180. Disc can be
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rotated full 360 without damag-
ing valve.
11. Use hoist to install valve between
flanges. Temporary pipe supports
should be used to keep flanges
parallel during installation and
prevent damage to disc edge,
O-ring flange seals and face of
elastomer seat.
6.0 INSTALLATION OF DISC
O-RING ON 2- TO 36-IN.
M-SERIES VALVES
(200 AND 285 PSI
RATED VALVES)
Inspect disc edge for damage.
Thoroughly clean the groove lips of
dirt and grit which might damage
O-ring. Use an emery cloth to smooth
edges if necessary. Use a generous
amount of silicon-based grease such
as Dow Corning Valve-Seal or
Magnalube on the O-ring. The groove
may be lightly greased but excessive
amounts of grease in the groove may
prevent O-ring from seating properly.
CAUTION!
Petroleum-based lubricants can cause
damage to some elastomers and should
not be used on rubber parts.
around disc groove. Holding it in
place with one hand, pull O-ring
to position on edge of disc with
index finger of other hand.
2. With finger still under O-ring,
rotate disc completely to equal-
ize rubber tension.
3. To ensure equal distribution of the
O-ring around the disc, press it
into place at four equally spaced
points 12, 3, 6 and 9 oclock.
Six-inch and larger valve discs are
more easily handled if placed in
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a vise or laid flat on a clean sur-
face. A smooth bar or hammer
handle can be used to press the
O-ring into place at the four
points.
4. Continue pressing the O-ring into
place at points between the orig-
inal four, alternately on one side
and then the other until the entire
O-ring is smooth and evenly
secured. Large discs are easily
handled by putting the edge of
the disc against the chest and
working the opposite side. Hold
the bar at a slight angle and roll a
small section of the O-ring into
place. Rotate the disc 180 to work
the opposite area.
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Disc O-rings on large valves can be
installed most efficiently with spe-
cially prepared sheet metal vise-grips.
The grips are heated, flattened and
finished so the lips are flush and
smooth. They are available from
Norriseal at a nominal charge (Part
#51843A001).
Follow Step #1 and Step #2 above.
Then adjust end screw of vise-grip to
close flat plates. Open the grips and
turn the end screw one half-turn.
Taking care not to cut through it,
squeeze the O-ring with the grips to
flatten. The O-ring should slip into the
groove easily. Proceed in the same
way at 3, 6 and 9 oclock, then at
points between until the O-ring is
smoothly secured in the groove.
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NOTE
A little practice will enable you to deter-
mine the exact adjustment for installing
the O-ring. Adjustments will vary for dif-
ferent sizes of valves.
Do not install O-ring by rolling it up
the side of disc into groove. This will
cause the O-ring to twist and early
failure will result. Do not stretch
O-ring so cross section is reduced.
This will cause it to become large in
diameter and even distribution of the
O-ring around the disc edge will be
more difficult. Never pound the
O-ring into the groove with a ham-
mer! This will result in damage to the
groove lips and prevent the valve
from closing properly.
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7.0 REPAIR KITS FOR R&M

SERIES BUTTERFLY
VALVES, 200 AND 285 PSI
Kits include installation instructions
and all rubber goods, washers, shims
and lubrication required to rebuild
valves.

TA B L E 1 S E AT / O - R I N G R E P L A C E M E N T K I T S F O R 2 0 0 P S I R U B B E R S E AT E D B U T T E R F LY VA LV E S, R - S E R I E S

Use 54000 as a prefix when ordering replacement kits. Example: Order 54000-A001 for 2-in. Type A Buna N Replacement Kit.
ELASTOMER 2 in. 2.5 in. 3 in. 4 in. 5 in. 6 in. 8 in. 10 in. 12 in.
Type A
Buna N A001 A004 A007 A010 A013 A016 A019 A021 A024
Type B
Viton B001 B004 B007 B010 B013 B016 B019 B021 B024
Type S
EPDM S001 S004 S007 S010 S013 S016 S019 S021 S024

TA B L E 2 O - R I N G R E P L A C E M E N T K I T S F O R 2 0 0 P S I M E TA L - S E AT E D B U T T E R F LY VA LV E S, M - S E R I E S

Use 54000 as a prefix when ordering replacement kits. Example: Order 54000-A003 for 2-in. Type A Buna N Replacement Kit.
ELASTOMER 2 in. 2.5 in. 3 in. 4 in. 5 in. 6 in. 8 in. 10 in. 12 in.
Type A
Buna N A003 A005 A008 A011 A014 A017 A027 A022 A025
Type B
Viton B003 B005 B008 B011 B014 B017 B027 B022 B025
Type S
EPDM S003 S005 S008 S011 S014 S017 S027 S022 S025

TA B L E 3 S E AT / O - R I N G R E P L A C E M E N T K I T S F O R R U B B E R - S E AT E D 2 8 5 P S I B U T T E R F LY VA LV E S, R - S E R I E S

Use 54000 as a prefix when ordering replacement kits. Example: Order 54000-A127 for 2-in. Type A Buna N Replacement Kit.
ELASTOMER 2 in. 2.5 in. 3 in. 4 in. 5 in. 6 in. 8 in. 10 in. 12 in.
Type A
Buna N NA A127 A128 A129 A130 A131 A132 A133 A134
Type B
Viton NA B127 B128 B129 B130 B131 C132 B133 B134
Type S
EPDM NA S127 S128 S129 S130 S131 S132 S133 S134

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TA B L E 4 O - R I N G R E P L A C E M E N T K I T S F O R M E TA L - S E AT E D 2 8 5 P S I B U T T E R F LY VA LV E S, M - S E R I E S

Use 54000 as a prefix when ordering replacement kits. Example: Order 54000-A119 for 2.5-in. Type A Buna N Replacement Kit.
ELASTOMER 2 in. 2.5 in. 3 in. 4 in. 5 in. 6 in. 8 in. 10 in. 12 in.
Type A
Buna N NA A119 A121 A120 A122 A123 A124 A125 A126
Type B
Viton NA B119 B121 B120 B122 B123 B124 B125 B126
Type S
EPDM NA S119 S121 S120 S122 S123 S124 S125 S126

TA B L E 5 S E AT / O - R I N G R E P L A C E M E N T K I T S F O R R U B B E R - S E AT E D 2 0 0 & 2 8 5 P S I B U T T E R F LY VA LV E S, R - S E R I E S

Use 54000 as a prefix when ordering replacement kits. Example: Order 54000-A034 for 14-in. Type A Buna N Replacement Kit.
ELASTOMER 14 in. 16 in. 18 in. 20 in. 24 in. 26 in. 28 in. 30 in. 32 in. 36 in.
Type A
Buna N A034 A035 A036 A037 A039 A231 A041 A042 A043 A333
Type B
Viton B034 B035 B036 B037 B039 B040 B041 B042 B043 B044
Type S
EPDM S034 S035 S036 S037 S039 S040 S041 S042 S043 S044

TA B L E 6 O - R I N G R E P L A C E M E N T K I T S F O R M E TA L - S E AT E D 2 0 0 & 2 8 5 P S I B U T T E R F LY VA LV E S, M - S E R I E S

Use 54000 as a prefix when ordering replacement kits. Example: Order 54000-A045 for 14-in. Type A Buna N Replacement Kit.
ELASTOMER 14 in. 16 in. 18 in. 20 in. 24 in. 26 in. 28 in. 30 in. 32 in. 36 in.
Type A
Buna N A045 A046 A253 A048 A050 NA A052 A053 A054 C.F.
Type B
Viton B045 B046 B047 B048 B213 NA B052 B053 B054 C.F.
Type S
EPDM S045 S046 S047 S048 S050 NA S052 S053 S054 C.F.

TA B L E 7 O - R I N G R E P L A C E M E N T K I T S, N O R R I S B O DY S T Y L E VA LV E

Use 54000 as a prefix when ordering replacement kits. Example: Order 54000-A103 for 1.5-in. Type A Buna N Replacement Kit.
THREADED END GROOVED END
ELASTOMER 1.5 in. 2 in. 2.5 in. 3 in. 4 in. 2 in. 2.5 in. 3 in. 4 in.
Type A
Buna N A103 A104 A105 A106 A107 A108 A109 A110 A111
Type B
Viton B103 B104 B105 B106 B107 B108 B109 B110 B111
Type S
EPDM S103 S104 S105 S106 S107 S108 S109 S110 S111

Other Available Elastomers:

Type E Black Neoprene Type J Abrasion-Resistant Buna Type L ECO
Type G White Neoprene Type K Hypalon Type 4 HSN

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8.0 VALVE STORAGE
PROCEDURES
The proper storage of Norris valves
should consist of:
1. A clean, weathertight, well-
ventilated, fire-resistant storage
area. This storage area must pro-
vide protection from the weather,
plus flooring that seals against
dust and dirt and will not be sub-
ject to flooding.
2. Valves should be protected
against rodent and insect
damage.
3. The valves must be protected
from mechanical damage. The
proper use of racks, pallets, and
handling equipment shall be used.
The valves should be arranged so
as to prevent damage to the
stored valves during handling.
4. The valves should be stored off
the floor on suitable skids, pallets
or racks. They must be protected
from excessive dust and dirt.
5. Valves should not be stored in
direct sunlight. They should also
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be covered with black flame-
retardant visqueen or fire-
retardant canvas cloth. This is to
keep as much light as possible
from the valves to protect and
prolong the life of the elastomers.
After completion of storage and
upon installation of the valves, the
following steps and precautions
should be taken:
A. Valves should not be taken
out of storage until ready for
installation. If valves must be
taken to the installation site
before piping is ready, the
same storage requirements
as above should be followed.
Care should be taken to pro-
tect the valves from dirt, for-
eign particles and weather.
B. Care should be taken in
unpacking and installing the
valve so damage to the seal-
ing surfaces (face of seat,
O-ring flange seals, and disc
edge) does not occur.
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C. Flange faces should be free
from dirt, grit or other irreg-
ularities which might dam-
age the flange seals.
D. Inspect valve and clean off
any dirt or grit that might
have accumulated around
seat, seals or disc.
E. Install valves per Norriseals
standard installation instruc-
tions.
F. Before operating or cycling
the valves, flush pipe thor-
oughly (with valves open).
After flushing pipe, slowly
cycle valves from full open
to full closed approximately
10 times. Leave in the par-
tially open position until shut-
off is required.
G. If valves have not been
cycled for an extended period,
cycle them 5 to 10 times
before operation start-up.
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