Flowserve V Series - Manual (Page 7)

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Limitorque TM V Series FCD LMENIM3601-01-AQ - 02/15
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2.3 Storage Procedure
NOTE: The following is the recommended storage procedure to retain maximum product integrity during storage. Failure to comply with
recommended procedure will void the warranty.
Storage (less than one year)
Store the gearboxes on wooden skids to protect the machined mounting flange. Place the wooden skids containing the gearboxes in a clean, dry,
protected warehouse. If the gearboxes must be stored outside, they must be covered in polyethylene protection with silica gel crystals to absorb
moisture. If an electric actuator is attached to the V gearbox, refer to the storage procedures in its respective manual for appropriate storage proce-
dures. Rotate input shafts every three months to mix the lubricant.
2.4 Safety Precautions
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WARNING: Read this Installation, Operation and Maintenance manual carefully and completely before attempting to install, operate or trouble-
shoot the Limitorque gearbox.
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WARNING: Potential HIGH-PRESSURE vessel — be aware of high-pressure hazards associated with the attached valve or other actuated de-
vice when installing or performing maintenance on the gearbox. Do not remove the gearbox mounting bolts from the valve or actuated device
unless the valve or device stem is secured or there is no pressure in the line.
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WARNING: For maintenance and/or disassembly of the gearbox while installed on the valve, ensure that the gearbox is not under thrust or
torque load. If the valve must be left in service, the valve stem must be locked in such a way as to prevent any movement of the valve stem.
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WARNING: Do not manually operate the gearbox with devices other than the installed handwheel. Using force beyond the ratings of the
gearbox and/or using additive force devices such as cheater bars, wheel wrenches, pipe wrenches, or other devices on the gearbox handwheel
may cause serious personal injury and/or damage to the gearbox and valve.
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WARNING: Do not exceed any design limitations or make modifications to this equipment without first consulting Flowserve Limitorque.
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WARNING: Use of this product must be suspended any time it fails to operate properly.
a CAUTION: If a motor actuator is driving the gearbox, do not operate the valve under motor operation without first checking and setting the
limit switch and checking for correct motor rotation.
a CAUTION: Do not use replacement parts that are not genuine Flowserve Limitorque parts, as serious personal injury and/or damage to the
gearbox and valve may result.
2.5 Safety Practices
The following checkpoints should be performed to maintain safe operation of the V gearbox:
• Set up a periodic operating schedule on infrequently used valves.
• Ensure that the limit and/or torque switches on any electric actuator fitted to the V gearbox are correctly and appropriately adjusted.
2.6 General Mounting Instructions
The mounting instructions for the V bevel gearboxes are outlined below. The V0 through V9 gearboxes are designed with a splined top-entry Stem
Nut which is retained in the Drive Sleeve by two Lock Nuts.
The V35H through V9H gearboxes are designed with a Stem Nut which is retained by two Thrust Roller Bearings within the Thrust Housing and
Thrust Base. Partial disassembly of the Thrust Base is required for Stem Nut removal and/or installation.