CHECK VALVES - 4,6, and 8 INCH (100,150, and 200mm)

4 and 6 Inch - Model F52 (Groove x Groove)

4,6, and 8 Inch - Model F520 (Flange x Flange) & F5201 (Flange x Groove)

Model F52 Groove x Groove Model F520 Flange x Flange

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Model F5201 Flange x Groove

1-Valve Body
P-Handhole Cover
3-Handhole Cover
Gasket
4-Seat Ring
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5Clapper
B-Clapper Facing
7-Clapper Washer
8-Self-Locking Hex
Hd. Cap Screw
g-Hinge Pin
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1O-Bushing (4 req’d)
11-Spring
12-Hex Hd. Cap
Screw, l/2”-1 3
UNC x I-314” for 4”
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and 6” Valves,
3/4--l 0 UNC x 2”
for 8” Valve
13-Sq. Hd. Steel Plug,
318”NPT
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NOTE: Model F520 Valve illustrated. Com-

ponents are identical
forthe Model F52 and
F5201 Valves.

FIGURE A
MODEL F52, F520, AND F5201 CHECK VALVES

The Model F52, F520, and F5201 l maintaining supervisory pressure

The 4 and 6 inch Model F52 Check
Valves, as well as the 4, 6, and 8 inch
Model F520 and F5201 Check Valves,
are (Ref. Figure Figure A) rubber faced
clapper, torsion spring loaded,
type check valves. They are designed
for use in fire protection systems and
related equipment where it is neces-
sary to permit flow in one direction and
shut off flow in the reverse direction.
The torsion spring loading quickens
Clapper closure and, therefore, mini-
mizes the water hammer which can be
associated with reverse flow.
Check Valves may be installed either in preaction sprinkler systems,
vertically or horizontally. (Ref. Figure B
for horizontal orientations). Flanged l connections from public water sup-
connections are per ANSI Standard plies to automatic sprinkler sys-
B16.1, and groove connections are cut tems,
in accordance with the specifications
swing given in Table A. Grooved end connec- - fire department pumper connec-
tions are suitable for use with grooved tions to sprinkler systems,
end couplings that are listed or ap-
proved for fire protection service. l fire pump discharge and by-pass
connections, and
The Valves are available with “stan-
dard order” and a variety of “special l gravity and pressure tank connec-
order” pipe thread connections for use tions.
in applications such as

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FLOW

’ 2” CONNECTION
“300 500 1000 2000

FLOW RATE IN U. S. GALLONS PER MINUTE (GPM)

FIGURE B
HORIZONTAL ORIENTATIONS 1 U.S. Gallon = 3.785 Litres

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OF THE 1 PSI = 0.0689 Bar
F52, F520,AND F5201 FIGURE C
CHECK VALVES NOMINAL PRESSURE LOSS VERSUS FLOW

National Fire Protection Association, be faced upwards or to the side (with

The 4 and 6 inch Model F52 Check
Valves, as well as the 4, 6, and 8 inch
Model F520 and F5201 Check Valves,
are listed by Underwriters Labora-
tories Inc. and Underwriters’ Labora-
tories of Canada. They are approved
by Factory Mutual Research Corpora-
tion as single check valves and as
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in addition to the standards of any
other authorities having jurisdiction.
Failure to do so may impair the integ-
rity of these devices.
The owner is responsible for main-
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taining their fire protection system
and devices in proper operating con-
dition. The installing contractor or
manufacturer should be contacted rel-
the 2 inch connection directed down),
as illustrated in Figure B.
The Valves are also rated for use in
preaction sprinkler systems having a
minimum supervisory air (or nitrogen)
pressure of 1.25 psi (0,09 bar). When
used in preaction sprinkler systems,
the Valves must be installed vertically
and primed with water.

antiwater-hammer check valves. ative to any questions.

Flanged connections are faced and
The 4, 6, and 8 inch Model F520 and drilled per ANSI Standard B16.1
F5201 Check Valves are approved by (Class 125). Grooved connections are
the New York City Board of Standards cut in accordance with the specifica-
and Appeals under Calendar Number tions given in Table A and are suitable
236-79-SA. The 4 and 6 inch Model F52 Check for use with grooved pipe couplings
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WARNING
The Model F52, F520, and F5201
Check Valves described herein must
be installed and maintained in com-
pliance with this document, as well as
with the applicable standards of the
Valves, as well as the 4, 6, and 8 inch that are listed or approved for fire pro-
Model F520 and F5201 Check Valves, tection system service. Pipe thread
are rated for use at a maximum service connections are per ANSI Standard
pressure of 175 psi (12,l bar). The B1.20.1. The year of manufacture ap-
Valves may be installed either vet-ti- pears on the Handhole Cover.
tally and horizontally. In the horizontal
orientation, the Handhole Cover may The nominal pressure losses versus

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SEALING /
SURFACE

TABLE A
DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR CUT GROOVE CONNECTIONS
ON MODEL F52 AND F5201 CHECK VALVES

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Number Size
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(IiO, 6.00 1.81 2.72 4.37
LE1.81 2.72 3.94 3.06
- 8:25 6.06 3.69 2.a4 10.25 3159
F52 (152,4) (46,0) (69,l) (111,O) (46,0) (69,l) (100,l) (77,7) (209,6)(153,9) (93,7) (72,l) (260,4) (91,2)
1.97 3.62 4.38 3.00
(5W (91,9) (111,31 ((7682)
1.56 2.72 3.06 2.59
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(39.6) (631) (77,7) (658)
1.72 3.62 4.38 2.75
1 F5201 1 (150) 1(152,4)1(43,7)1 (91,9)1(109,5)1(43,7)
I(glsg)1(122,2)1(111,3)1(239,8)1(177 .I. ,
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1 1 8 i 5.75 i 1.94 i 5.00 1 1.94 I 5.00 I 5.94 I 5.81 1 10.88 1 8.72 1 6.18 2.91
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I 1 f2,jo1 1(146;1)1(49,3)1(127,o)l(119,1)1 (493) ~(127,0~~(150,9~~(147,6~~(276,4~~(221~5~~(~57.0~~

(73v9)l(355,6)
](149,4)1

FIGURE D
VALVE DIMENSIONS AND CONNECTION LOCATIONS
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flow rates for the 4,6, and 8 inch (100, A- Bypass or preaction trim (vertical Screws used to secure the Handhole
150, and 200mm) Check Valves are only) Cover are steel per ASTM A307
shown in Figure C. The approximate (Grade A).
friction losses, based on the Hazen B- By-pass
and Williams formula and expressed in The Seat Ring is bronze per ASTM
equivalent length of Schedule 40 pipe C- System drain (vertical or horizontal) B62 (CSSSOO) or 8584 (C84400) and
is 16 feet for each of the valve sizes press-fit within the Body. The Clapper
based on C=lOO, and 22 feet for each D- Automatic drain (horizontal only) or Assembly consists of a Clapper which
valve sizes based on C=l20. The ap- inlet pressure gauge is either cast iron per ASTM A48 (Class
proximate friction losses have been 358) or ductile iron per ASTM A536
calculated on the basis of flow rates E- Outlet pressure gauge (65-45-12) an EPDM rubber Clapper
typically used with each size valve. Facing, a S30400 stainless steel Clap-
F- Automatic drain (horizontal only) per Washer, and a Type 18-8 stainless
Valve dimensions, as well as the loca- s$;;Self-Locking Hex Head Cap
tions of “standard order” and “special G- Inlet pressure gauge
order” pipe thread connections, are
shown in Figure D. Connections which The Valve components are illustrated The Hinge Pin is made from an
are supplied as “standard order” have in Figure A. The Body is cast iron per Sl7400 (Condition HI075 or Hl150)
steel plugs (sealed with a Teflonf ASTM A48 (Class 35B) and the Hand- stainless steel and the Torsion Spring
based pipe thread sealant). The “spec- hole Cover is cast iron per ASTM Al 26 is formed from stainless steel wire per
cial order” connections are shipped (Class B). Exterior surfaces are ASTM A31 3 (S30200). The Hinge Pin
with plastic thread protectors. The fol- painted with a red primer. The Hand- is supported by a a pair of sintered
lowing are typical uses for the various hole Cover Gasket is a i/8 inch bronze Bushings per ASTM 8438
connections: (3,2mm) thick SBR rubber with cotton (Grade I, Type II) which are press-fit
fabric insert. The Hex Head Cap into the Body on either side of the

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Clapper. An identical pair of Bushings
is also press-fit into the arms of the
Clapper, in order to ensure low rota-
tional friction.
The F52, F520, and F5201 Check
Valves are to be installed in accor-
dance with the following instructions:
1. The arrow cast on the Body must
point in the direction of flow.
2. When installed vertically,the flow di-
rection arrow must point upwards.
3. When installed horizontally, the
Handhole Cover may be faced up-
wards or to the side (with the 2 inch
connection directed down) as
illustrated in Figure B.
4. When used as a preaction system
check valve, the Valve must be in-
stalled vertically and primed with
water at least to the height of Con-
nection “A”.
5. Tighten all flange mounting fasten-
ers uniformly, using a cross-draw se-
quence. The required fasteners are
described in the Orderina Procedure
Section. Tightening to&es are to
be as indicated below.
Valve Torque,
Size Ft.Lbs. (Nm)
4” 40-50 (54-66)
6" 50-60(66-81)
8" 60-75 (81-102)
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6. Grooved end pipe couplings used
with the Model F52 and F5201
Check Valves must be listed or ap-
proved for fire protection service and
installed in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
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7. g;~ tighten the Handhole Cover
The Model F52, F520, and F5201
Check Valves do not require any regu-
larly scheduled maintenance. It is rec-
ommended, however, that proper op-
eration of the Valves be verified at
least annually in accordance with a
procedure which is appropriate for the
application and acceptable to the au-
thority having jurisdiction. Any impair-
ment must be immediately corrected.
It is also recommended that the fire
protection systems be inspected by a
qualified Inspection Service.
If a Valve does not hold a back pres-
sure of more than 1 psi (0,07 bar), as rioration due to age or chemicals in
evidenced by sustained leakage out of the water.
an automatic drain or loss in outlet
pressure, it should be serviced. At Be sure to securely re-tighten the
back pressures of 1 psi (0,07 bar) or Hex Head Cap Screw, which se-
less, water may weep past the Clapper cures the Clapper Washer against
and this is not an indication that servic- the Clapper Facing.
ing is required.
8. Replace the Clapper Assembly in-
NOTE side the Valve and align the Hinge
Before closing a fire protection system Pin Bushings by temporarily insert-
main control valve for maintenance ing the Hinge Pin. Position the
work on the fire protection systems Spring as shown in Figure A and
which it controls, permission to shut then while holding the coils of the
down the affected fire protection sys- Spring down, re-insert the Hinge
tems must first be obtained from the Pin. Be sure that the Hinge Pin is
proper authorities and all personnel pushed all the way to the rear of the
who may be affected by this decision Valve.
musy be notif@d.
9. Replace the Handhole Cover and
Service Procedure cross-tighten the Handhole Cover
Bolts.
1. Close the main control valve.
10. Return the fire protection system to
2. Open the main drain valve at the operation.
water supply control valve, if appli-
cable. NOTE
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After returning the fire protection
Relieve the system air pressure, if system to service, notify theproper
applicable. authorities and advise those re-
sponsible for monitoring propri-
Drain the inlet and outlet piping, if etary and IOF central station
applicable. Verify that the drainage alarms.
water is being properly disposed of
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and that it is not damaging property
or constituting a hazardous condi-
tion.
3. Wait until the sound ofdraining water Seller warrants for a period of one year
has stopped and/or the inlet and out- from the date of shipment (warranty
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let pressure gauges read zero pres- period) that the products furnished
sure, before performing any mainte- hereunder will be free from defects in
nance work on the fire protection material and workmanship.
system.
For further details on Warranty, see
4. Remove the Handhole Cover. Price List.
5. While holding the Spring down by
the coils, remove the Hinge Pin. Re-
move the Spring and then the Clap-
per Assembly.
6. Using a light, check for and remove
any debris that may have become
lodged on top of the Seat Ring. In-
spect the Seat Ring for any damage.
If the Seat Ring has become dented
or creased across its face then the
Valve will have to be replaced. It is
impractical to re-face a Seat Ring in
the field.
7. Check for and remove any debris
which may have become lodged in
the Clapper Facing. If a minor im-
perfection remains in the Clapper
Facing, then turn it over after thor-
oughly cleaning both surfaces with a
clean cloth. Replace the Clapper
Facing if necessary.
The Clapper Facing should also be
replaced if there is any sign of dete-
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Specify: (specify description) for use
with (specify size) inch Model
Orders for Valves and replacement F52IF52OlF5201 Check Valves, PSN The following are the nominal weights
parts must include the description and (specify). for the Valves:
Product Symbol Number (PSN) where
applicable. Product Symbol Numbers 4” (100mm) Model F52/F52O/F5201 4” F52 Valve .............. 45 Ibs. (20,4 kg)
4” F520 Valve ............. 62 Ibs. (28,l kg)
are not assigned to “special order” Check Valves 4” F5201 Valve ............ 51 Ibs. (23,l kg)
Valves. 2-Handhole Cover 6” F52 Valve .............. 68 Ibs. (30,9 kg)
w/Label . . PSN 92-520-l -412 6” F520 Valve ............. 93 Ibs. (42.2 kg)
3-Handhole Cover 6” F5201 Valve ............
Special Instructions: 78 Ibs. (35,4 kg)
Gasket . PSN 92-200-l -413 6” F520 Valve ............. 167 Ibs. (75.8 kg)
The steel bolts and nuts required for +Clapper, 8” F5201 Valve ............ 148 Ibs. (67,l kg)
the attachment of the F520 and F5201 w/Hinge Pin
Check Valve flanges to the mating Bushings .. . PSN 92-200-l -416
B-Clapper Facing . PSN 92-200-l -403
flanges are not provided with the 7-Clapper Washer ... PSN 92-200-l -405
Valves and must be obtained sepa- 8-Self-Locking
rately. The material and dimensions for Hex Head Cap
the fasteners must be in accordance Screw . .. PSN 62-636-l -105
g-Hinge Pin . . . . . . . . . . . PSN 92-200-l-414
with ANSI Standard Bl6.1 (Class 125).
11-Spring . . PSN 92-200-l -415
The bolt material must meet the mini-
mum strength requirements of ASTM
6” (150mm) Model F52/F52O/F5201
A307 (Grade B) and the nut material Check Valves
must meet the minimum strength re- P-Handhole Cover
quirements of ASTM A563 (Grade A). w/Label . . . . . , . . . PSN 92-520-l -412
3-Handhole Cover
Standard Order Valves: Gasket . . . . PSN 92-200-I -613

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Specify: (specify size) inch Model w/Hinge Pin
(specify number) Check Valve, PSN Bushings . PSN 92-200-l -616
(specify). B-Clapper Facing PSN 92-200-l -803
7Clapper Washer . ... PSN 92-200-l -605
8-Self-Locking
Model F52 Check Valve
Hex Head Cap
4” (10Omm) _. .. . . .PSN 52-520-l-113
Screw ..... PSN 62-636-l -105
6” (150mm) .. .PSN 52-520-l-115
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g-Hinge Pin . . . . . . . .
1 l-Spring . . . . . ..
PSN 92-200-l -614
PSN 92-200-I-61 5
Model F520 Check Valve
4” (IOOmm) . . . . . . . . . . .PSN 52-520-l-013
6” (f50mm) . . . . . . . .PSN 52-520-I-015
8” (200mm) Model F52/F52O/F5201
8” (200mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PSN 52-520-I -016
Check Valves
P-Handhole Cover
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w/Label . . . . . . . . PSN 92-520-l -812
4” (100mm) . . . .PSN 52-520-l-413 3-Handhole Cover
6” (150mm) .PSN 52-520-l-615 Gasket . PSN 92-200-I -813
8” (200mm) .. PSN 52-520-l -816 5-Clapper,
w/Hinge Pin
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Special Order Valves: Bushings . . . . . PSN 92-200-l -818

6Clapper Facing . . . . . PSN 92-200-l -803
Specify: (specify size) inch Model 7-Clapper Washer . . . . . . PSN 92-200-l -805
(specify number) Special Order Check 8-Self-Locking
Valve with additional threaded connec- Hex Head Cap
tion(s) at location(s) [specify letter(s)]. Screw ................ PSN 62-636-l -105
g-Hinge Pin ............. PSN 92-200-l-814
1 i-Spring ................ PSN 92-200-l -615
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Items shown in Figure A are common

hardware items and they are to be
obtained locally.

Replacement Hex Head Cap Screws

used to secure the Handhole Cover
must be steel and meet the minimum
strength requirements of ASTM A307
(Grade A).

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