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Quickdraw, Steam heater – PVI Industries PV500-25 User Manual

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QUICKDRAW

Steam Heater

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PV500-25 06/12

4. When replacing the heat exchanger head, use a torque wrench to tighten the bolts/studs and nuts. Use the

following chart as a guide. All torque values apply to well-lubricated nut bearing surfaces.

TIGHTENING TORQUES

COMPRESSED FIBER GASKETS

Bolt

Dia.

Recommended

Torque

ft-lbs

Torque

Increment

Max.

Torque

1/2" 40

5

60

5/8" 80

5 120

SPIRAL WOUND GASKETS

Bolt/Stud

Dia.

Recommended

Torque

ft-lbs

Torque

Increment

Max.

Torque

1/2" 40

5

60

5/8" 80

5 120

3/4" 120

5

200

7/8" 200

10 320

1" 300 10 490

1 1/8"

450

10

710

1 1/4"

600

10

1000

5. Tighten uniformly and in a diametrically staggered pattern as illustrated below:

WARNING: Follow the proper tightening sequence,
torque increments and maximum torque values.
Failure to follow these requirements can cause non-
repairable damage to gaskets or heat exchangers
and can result in leaking, property damage,
personal injury or loss of life

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