Testing Unit Contents Preamble ..........................4 Transport ..........................4 Function ..........................4 User´s Technical knowledge and instruction................ 5 Type designation ....................6 Operating elements ......................6 Safety information ....................7 Intended use ........................7 Non-intended use ........................ 7 Explanation of safety alert signals ..................8 Safety alert signals ......................
Function The testing unit PVGD is for the annual testing of flashback arrestors as per EN730-1, EN730-2/ DIN EN ISO 5175-1; DIN EN ISO 5175-2. The function of the following safety features can be tested: •...
Testing Unit User´s Technical knowledge and instruction Safety devices are only to be used by people over the age of 18, who are physically qualified, have required knowledge and were instructed by a qualified person. Documented training instruction is recommended to be done at periodical intervals, at least once a year.
Testing Unit Type designation Operating elements Position: Adjustable clamping device Fixed clamping device Connection for test adapters (Inlet) Connection for test adapters (Outlet) Adjusting wheel Locking Lever Funnel Reverse flow scale Drain screw Flowmeter Handwheel Throttle valve Connection Test Medium...
Testing Unit Safety information This Testing Unit is in correspondence with the current state-of-the-art and accepted technical rules as well as with requirements of current standards and regulations. WARNING No modifications are allowed to be done without manufacturer’s authorisation. Intended use This testing unit is just for the testing of the safety elements of flashback arrestors.
Testing Unit Explanation of safety alert signals Any information which is marked with a safety notice warns of danger and has to be followed in order to avoid injuries and damages. Safety alert signals DANGER Imminent danger! Death or severe injuries can result from non-observance. WARNING A possibly dangerous situation! Death or severe injuries can result from non-observance.
Testing Unit General Safety Instructions WARNING The local legislation has to be considered. Regarding the (Germany) Betr.SichV, part 2, §12 the operator has to display the user manual WARNUNG Regarding the (Germany) DGUV rule 100-500 paragraph 2.33 it is only allowed for skilled people to operate gas manifold systems. Skilled people are instructed in: Knowledge of handling dangerous gases Knowledge of handling the instruction manual...
Testing Unit Instructions Please follow the local national instructions, standards and laws (for Germany as follows): 2014/34/9/EU Equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explo- sive atmospheres (recast) (ATEX-Directive) 2006/42/EG Machinery Directive 2014/68/EU Pressure Equipment Directive 2014/30/EU Electromagnetic compatibility DGUV (German Employers' Liability Insurance Association Rules and Regulations) Rule 100-500, Chap.2.26...
Testing Unit Individual safety instructions DANGER • Risk of explosion: All components on the flame spray systems are to be kept free of oil, grease and other contaminants. • Do not wear clothing that has been contaminated with oil or grease.
Testing Unit Installation The Testing Unit is supplied ready for installation. Ensure that the test unit is on a flat, sturdy surface. Only the following test media are to be used: • distilled water • 100 µ filtered, dry and oil-free Compressed Air Nitrogen N2 with an inlet pressure between 0,4 and 0,7 MPa...
Testing Unit Setup Operation Each time before commissioning, a functional test must be carried out. The connections and test adapters must be checked for damages and gas tightness. The leak test must be done with a suitable leak detector spray. Tests before starting operation Operational check of the flow test: •...
Testing Unit Operational check of the gas reverse flow test: • Set the handwheel (Item J) to the "CLOSED" position. Loosen the clamping device (Item A1 and Item A2) via the ad- • justing wheel (Item C) until a gap of 1 to 2 mm is set between the connecting adapters (Item B).
Testing Unit Operation The safety devices have to be tested by a qualified and authorized per- son at regulator intervals according to country specific regulations. They have to be tested for gas tightness and gas return at least once a year. The test results have to be recorded.
Testing Unit NOTICE Observe the flow direction! The test piece is clamped in directly or via test adapter so that its flow direction conforms with that of the test device. NOTICE Only 100 µ filtered, dry, oil-free compressed air or Nitrogen (N2), with an input pressure of between 0,4 and 0,7 MPa (4 and 7 bar), may be used as the test medium.
Testing Unit Test for gas reverse flow • Set the handwheel (Item J) to the "CLOSED" position. Connect the test piece to the clamping device (Item A1 and • Item A2) directly or via a test adapter. Please ensure that the flow direction of the test piece and the testing equipment is the same.
Testing Unit Flow rate limits: The limits specified here for the individual types are guidelines. The test pieces should indicate a flow rate that is greater than or equal to the limit. Series Model Limit* DGN, DG, DGNK, DGNDK, ca. 5,0 DS1000, DG-U, DG-U-DK GG, GT, TT, NKST, NKSG, ca.
(Item C) until the test piece is tightly clamped. Now start the test: • Set the handwheel (Item J) to "THROUGH FLOW". The pressure set in the PVGD increases to 0.12 MPa (1.2 bar) and the safety device comes into operation. Complete test: •...
Drain the distilled water via the drain screw (Item G) of the gas reverse flow scale (Item F). Maintenance The testing unit PVGD is maintenance-free. However, the way of testing, as well as the extent and the test period, which is applicable to the work equipment or to systems requiring in- spections, must comply with the operator’s risk assessment or safety...
Testing Unit Repair WARNING No modifications are allowed to be done without manufacturer’s authorisation. WARNING A correct functioning and safety is only ensured with the use of original replacement parts. Shutdown End of working day Set the handwheel (Item J) to the "CLOSED" position Close the supply of the test medium (nitrogen/compressed air).
Adapter for Coupling-O2 kpl. 0151-0128 O-ring 14 x 3 NBR 70 7440-0151 Left out turner size 2 0380-0033 Left out turner size 4 0380-0034 Plastic Squeeze Bottle 7650-0002 Accessories optional: Adapter for PVGD kpl. for G1" IG 0044-0141 Adapter for asymmetric connections 0151-0035...
Testing Unit Special accessories Pos. Piece Description Ref.- No. Special accessories: Connection block with hoses and quick couplers 0044-0290 Adapter set G1/4RH M/F 0069-1215 Adapter set G3/8LH M/F 0069-1216 Adapter set G3/8RH M/F 0069-1217 Adapter set UNF5/8LH M/F 0069-1218 Adapter set UNF5/8RH M/F 0069-1219 Adapter set G1/2LH M/F 0069-1220...
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