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Gate Valve For Water Service AWWA C509
Gate Valve For Water Service AWWA C509
ANSUAWA C509-O1
(Revision of ANSVAWWA C509-94)
AWWA STANDARD
FOR
RESILIENT-SEATED GATE VALVES
FOR WATER SUPPLY SERVICE
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This document is an American Water Works Association (AWWA) standard. It is not a specification.
AWWA standards describe minimum requirements and do not contain all of the engineering and
administrative information normally contained in specifications. The AWWA standards usually
contain options that must be evaluated by the user of the standard. Until each optional feature is
specified by the user, the product or service is not fully defined. AWWA publication of a standard
does not constitute endorsement of any product or product type, nor does AWWA test, certifi, or
approve any product. The use of AWWA'standards is entirely voluntary. AWWA standards are
intended to represent a consensus of the water supply industry t h a t the product described will
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provide satisfactory service. When AWWA revises or withdraws this standard, an official notice of
action will be placed on the first page of the classified advertising section of Journal AWWA. The
action becomes effective on the first day of the month following the month of Journal AWWA
publication of the official notice.
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Committee Personnel
The C509 Subcommittee, which developed this standard, had the following
personnel at that time:
The AWWA Standards Committee on Gate Valves and Swing Check Valves, which
reviewed and approved this standard, had the following personnel at the time of
approval:
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Consumer Members
S.K. Batra, Detroit Water & Sewerage Department, Detroit, Mich. (AWWA)
M.O. Beagle, Lansing Board of Water & Light, Lansing, Mich. (AWWA)
T.M. Bowen, Manchester Water Works, Manchester, N.H. (AWWA)
M.H. Burns, Denver Water Department, Denver, Colo. (AWWA)
C.H. Kersey, Tucker Young Jackson Tul1 Inc., Detroit, Mich. (AWWA)
S.D. Tucker, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power,
Los Angeles, Calif (AWWA)
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S.J. Medlar, Camp, Dresser & McKee Inc., Edison, N.J. (NEWWA)
M.S. Solomon, Winzler Kelly Consulting Engineers, Santa Rosa,
Calif.
E.F. Straw, Insurance Services Office Inc., Duluth, Ga.
T.R. Volz, URS Greiner Inc., Colorado Springs, Colo.
J.H. Wilber,* Standards Engineer Liaison, AWWA, Denver, Colo.
Kenneth Zastrow, Underwriters Laboratories Inc., Northbrook, Ill.
Producer Members
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* Liaison, nonvoting
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Contents
All AWWA standards follow the general format indicated subsequently. Some variations from this f o m a t may be
found in a particular standard.
Foreword 5 Verification
5.1 Proof of Design Testing...................... 17
I Introduction. ....................................... vii
5.2 Production Testing ............................. 17
1.A Background ......................................... vii
5.3 Plant Inspection and Rejection ......... 18
1.B History ................................................ vii
1.C Acceptance .......................................... vii 6 Delivery
II specialIssues .................................... viii 6.1. Marking ............................................... 18
...
111 Use of This Standard........................ V111 6.2 packaang and Shipping .................... 18
II1.A Purchaser Options and 6.3 Afndavit of Compliance...................... 19
Alternatives ....................................... ix
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1 General Tables
1.1 Scope ...................................................... 1
1 Minimum Thickness of Body
1.2 Purpose .................................................. 2
and Bonnet ......................................... 9
1.3 Application............................................. 2
2 Excess Flange Thickness .................... 10
2 References........................................... 2 3 Copper Alloys for Stem, Stem Nut,
3 Definitions........................................... 4 and Copper Alloy Gates .................. 11
4 Minimum Diameter of Stem and
4 Requirements
Minimum Number of Turns
4.1 Data to Be Supplied by the to Open ............................................. 13
Manufacturer ..................................... 5 5 Outside Diameter of
4.2 Materials................................................ 5 Handwheels ..................................... 15
4.3 General Design ...................................... 8 6 Gear Ratios ......................................... 16
4.4 Detailed Design ..................................... 8
4.5 Fabrication .......................................... 16
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Foreword
This foreword is for information only and is not a part of AWWA (2509.
I. Introduction.
I.A. Background. The resilient-seated gate valve has been commonly used in
several European countries for many years. This type of valve has proven t o be
satisfactory in water utility applications. A resilient-seated gate valve similar to the
European model was introduced into the US and has been in service in various water
utility applications since 1975.
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I.B. History. The American Water Works Association (AWWA) requested the
assistance of the Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings
Industry (MSS) in providing a standard for resilient-seated gate valves a t the 1976
AWWA annual conference.
MSS has played an important role in the development of this standard. The
organization was created in 1924, and in 1930, it organized the MSS Water Works
Committee and designated representatives for appointment to AWWA standards
committees. Since that time, MSS has been particularly active and effective in
developing new standards for the water utility industry and in making periodic
revisions to existing standards.
I.C. Acceptance. In May 1985, USEPA entered into a cooperative agreement
with a consortium led by NSF International (NSF) t o develop voluntary third-party
consensus standards and a certification program for all direct and indirect drinking
water additives. Other members of the original consortium included the American
Water Works Association Research Foundation (AWWARF) and the Conference of
State Health and Environmental Managers (COSHEM). The American Water Works
Association (AWWA) and the Association of State Drinking Water Administrators
(ASDWA)joined later.
In the United States, authority to regulate products for use in, or in contact with,
drinking water rests with individual states.* Local agencies may choose to impose
requirements more stringent than those required by the state. To evaluate the health
effects of products and drinking water additives from such products, state and local
agencies may use various references, including
*Persons in Canada, Mexico, and non-North American countries should contact the
appropriate authority having jurisdiction.
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1. An advisory program formerly administered by USEPA, Office of Drinking
Water, discontinued on Apr. 7, 1990.
2. Specific policies of the state or local agency.
3. Two standards developed under the direction of NSF, ANSI*/NSFt 60,
Drinking Water Treatment Chemicals-Health Effects, and ANSUNSF 61, Drinking
Water System Components-Health Effects.
4. Other references, including AWWA standards, Food Chemicals Codex, Water
Chemicals Codex,* and other standards considered appropriate by the state or local
agency.
Various certification organizations may be involved in certifying products in
accordance.with ANSINSF 61. Individual states or local agencies have authority to
accept or accredit certification organizations within their jurisdiction. Accreditation
of certification organizations may vary fiom jurisdiction t o jurisdiction.
Annex A, “Toxicology Review and Evaluation Procedures,’’ t o ANSUNSF 61 does
not stipulate a maximum allowable level (MAL) of a contaminant for substances not
regulated by a USEPA final maximum contaminant level (MCL). The MALS of an
unspecified list of “unregulated contaminants” are based on toxicity testing
guidelines (noncarcinogens) and risk characterization methodology (carcinogens). Use
of Annex A procedures may not always be identical, depending on the certifier.
AWWA C509-O1 does not address additives requirements. Thus, users of this
standard should consult the appropriate state or local agency having jurisdiction in
order to
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user. Accordingly, each user of this standard is responsible for determining that the
standard’s provisions are suitable for and compatible with that user’s intended
application.
1II.A. Purchaser Options and Alternatives. This standard includes certain
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options that, if desired, must be specified by the purchaser. Also, several items must
be specified to describe completely the gate valve required.
The following items should be included in the purchaser’s specifications.
1. Standard used-that is, AWWA C509, Standard for Resilient-Seated Gate
Valves for Water Supply Service, of latest revision.
2. Size and type of valve-NRS or OS&Y (Sec. 1.1).
3. Whether the valve is handwheel or wrench nut operated and direction in
which handwheel or wrench nut shall turn to open (Sec. 4.4.7).
4. Catalog data, net weight, and assembly drawings to be provided by the
manufacturer (Sec. 4.11,if required.
5. Midavit of compliance (Sec. 6.3),if required.
6. Quantity required.
7. Whether records of tests specified in Sec. 5 are to be provided.
8. Whether the valve will be subjected to water that promotes galvanic
. corrosion and requires the use of alternative materials as described in Sec. 4.2.2.4.3.
9. Type of valve ends-flanged (Sec. 4.4.1.4.1),tapping valve flange
(Sec. 4.4.1.4.4),mechanical joint (Sec. 4.4.1.4.2),or push-on joint (Sec. 4.4.1.4.3).
10. Type of stem seal-stuffing box or O-ring (Sec. 4.4.6.1).
11. Detailed description of wrench nut if not in accordance with Sec. 4.4.7.
12. Special cast markings (Sec. 6.1),if required.
13, Whether bolting other than that specified by ASTM* A307 is required. It is
recommended that the purchaser veris. with the supplier whether specified or
requested alternate bolting materials are appropriate. What alternative, if any, is
desired in the type of rustproofing for bolts and nuts (Sec. 4.4.4).
14. Cutter diameter must be specified for tapping valves (Sec. 4.3.2).Tapping
machine shell cutters are made in either “full size” (OD is full nominal size) or
“undersize” (OD is less than full nominal size, i.e., usually / / in. less [Reference
MSS SP-1131).
*American Society for Testing and Materials, 100 Barr Harbor Dr., West Conshohocken, PA
19428-2959.
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15. Whether gearing is required (Sec. 4.4.9).
16. Special packaging for shipment as may be required for protection of
coatings.
17. Whether the pH level of the water is less than 6.5 o r greater than 8.5.
1II.B. Modification to Standard. Any modification to the provisions, defmi-
tions, or terminology in the standard must be provided in the purchaser’s
specifications.
IV. Major Revisions. The major revisions made to this standard in this
edition include the following:
1. The size range was increased to include the 24- and 30-inch sizes (Sec. 1.1.1).
2. Identification of copper alloys was added (Sec. 4.2.2.4.1).
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3. The acceptance clause (Sec. 1.C) has been revised to approved wording.
4. Section 1.2, Purpose, and Sec. 1.3, Application, were added.
5 . Table 3 was modified to include the UNS classification of bronzes in place of
the letter grade of bronzes.
V. Comments. If you have any comments or questions about this standard,
please call the AWWA Volunteer & Technical Support Group, (303) 794-7711
ext. 6283, FAX (303) 795-7603, or write to the group at 6666 W.Quincy Ave., Denver,
CO 80235.
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American Water Works Association
ANWAWWA C509-O1
(Revision of ANSVAWWA C509-94)
RESILIENT-SEATEDGATE VALVES
FOR WATER SUPPLY SERVICE
SECTION 1: GENERAL
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accessories for end connections, such as bolts, gaskets, glands, follower rings, and so
forth, are not described in this standard.
SECIION 2: REFERENCES
This standard references the following documents. In their latest editions, they
form a part of this standard to the extent specified within this standard. In any case
of conflict, the requirements of this standard shall prevail.
ANSI* AS-568A-Aerospace Size Standard for O-rings.
ANSUASME? B16.l-Cast Iron Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings.
ANSIíASME B16.10-Face-To-Face and End-To-End Dimensions of Valves.
ANSUASME B18.2.1-Square and Hex Bolts and Screws Inch Series.
ANSVAWWA CllO/A21.10-American National Standard for Ductile-Iron and
Gray-Iron Fittings, 3 In. Through 48 In. (75 mm Through 1,200 mm), for Water.
ANSIíAWWA Clll/A21.ll-American National Standard for Rubber-Gasket
Joints for Ductile-Iron Pressure Pipe and Fittings.
ANSIíAWWA C550-Standard for Protective Epoxy Interior Coatings for Valves
and Hydrants.
ANSIíAWWA C6OO-Standard for Installation of Ductile-Iron Water Mains and
Their Appurtenances.
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*American Society for Testing and Materials, 100 Barr Harbor Dr., West Conshohocken, PA
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SECTION 3: DEFINITIONS
The following definitions shall apply in this standard:
1. Cosmetic defect: A blemish that has n o effect on the ability of the
component to meet the structural design and production test requirements of this
standard. Should the blemish or the activity of plugging, welding, grinding, or
repairing of the blemish cause the component to fail these requirements, then the
blemish shall be considered a structural defect.
2. Flanged joint: The flanged and bolted joint as described in AWWNANSI
CllO/A21.10 or ANSI B16.1, class 125.
3. Manufacturer: The party that manufactures, fabricates, or produces
materials or products.
*Federal Specifications available from Naval Publications and Forms Center, 5801 Tabor Ave.,
Philadelphia, PA 19120.
?Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry, 127 Park St. N.E.,
Vienna, VA 22180.
$Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc., 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096-0001.
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SECTION 4: REQUIREMENTS ~ ~~
and materials used for all parts of the valve. All work shall be done and all valves
shall be provided in accordance with these drawings after the drawings have been
reviewed and accepted by the purchaser.
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4.2.2 Mechanical and chemical properties. The requirements of ANSI, ASTM,
AWWA, or other standards to which reference is made in this text shall govern the
mechanical and chemical characteristics of the valve components. Whenever valve
components are to be made in conformance with AWWA, ANSI, ASTM, or other
standards that include test requirements or testing procedures, the manufacturer or
supplier shall comply with those procedures. The records of all tests shall, if required
by the purchaser’s specification, be made available to the purchaser.
4.2.2.1 Gray iron. Gray iron shall conform t o or exceed the requirements of
ASTM A126 Class B.
4.2.2.2 Ductile iron. Ductile iron shall conform to the requirements of
ASTM A395 or ASTM A536. In addition, ductile iron shall contain no more than 0.08
percent phosphorus.
4.2.2.3 Steel. Carbon-steel castings, when used, shall be ASTM A27 grade
U-60-30 or equal.
4.2.2.4 Copper alloys. Copper alloys used in valves shall comply with the
following:
4.2.2.4.1 Copper alloy valve components shall be made to ASTM recognized alloy
specifications with Metal and Alloys in the Unified Numbering System (UNS)
designations. Copper alloys are not limited to those specified in this standard. All
copper alloys, however, must meet the performance requirements of this standard,
including but not limited to minimum yield strength, chemical requirements, and
corrosion resistance.
4.2.2.4.2 Any copper alloy used in the cold-worked condition shall be capable of
passing the mercurous nitrate test in accordance with ASTM B154 to minimize
susceptibility to stress corrosion.
4.2.2.4.3 Waters in some areas have been shown to promote galvanic corrosion
in the form of dezincification or dealuminization. Copper alloys which contain more
than 16 percent zinc shall not be used in these waters. If aluminum bronze is used,
the alloys shall be inhibited against dealuminization.
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4.2.2.4.4 Copper alloys which contain more than 16 percent zinc shall not
contain less than 57 percent copper.
4.2.2.4.5 Copper alloys which contain 16 percent zinc or less shall not contain
less than 79 percent copper.
4.2.2.4.6 Valve components manufactured from some grades of manganese
bronze or some other materials are subject to stress corrosion. The manufacturer
shall design the valve and select materials to minimize stress corrosion.
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4.2.2.4.7 Copper alloys which contact drinking water shall comply with the
Safe Drinking Water Act.
4.2.2.5 Gaskets. Gasket material shall be made of non-asbestos, inorganic
mineral fiber, rubber composition, or paper that is free from corrosive ingredients.
O-rings or other suitable elastomeric seals may be used.
4.2.2.6 O-rings. O-rings shall meet the requirements of ASTM D2000 and
have physical properties suitable for the application.
4.2.2.7 Packing. Stuffing-box packing shall be made of flax conforming to Fed.
Spec. HH-P-1O6d or other appropriate material. Hemp, asbestos, or jute packing shall
not be used.
4.2.2.8 Coatings. Unless otherwise specified by the purchaser, valve coatings,
as required in Sec. 4.5.2, shall meet the performance requirements of Sec. 3.4.5 of
Fed. Spec. TT-C-494b for water-based enamel coating, or black asphalt coatings, or
ANSUAWWA C550 for epoxy coatings, or equal.
4.2.2.9 Elastomers. Elastomers shall comply with the following:
a. Rubber seats shall be resistant t o microbiological attack, copper poison-
ing, and ozone attack.
b. Rubber-seat compounds shall contain no more than 8 parts per million
(ppm) of copper ion and shall include copper inhibitors to prevent copper degradation
of the rubber material.
c. Rubber-seat compounds shall be capable of withstanding an ozone
resistance test when tested in accordance with ASTM D1149. The tests shall be
conducted on unstressed samples for 70 hr at 104°F (40°C) with an ozone
concentration of 500 parts per billion (ppb) without visible cracking in the surfaces of
the test samples after the test.
d. Rubber-seat compounds shall have a maximum compression set value of
20 percent when tested in accordance with ASTM D395, method B, for 22 hr at 158°F
(70°C).
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e. Rubber-seat compounds shall contain no more than 1.5 parts of wax per
100 parts of rubber hydrocarbon and shall have less than 2 percent volume increase
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when tested in accordance with ASTM D471 after being immersed in distilled water
at 73.4"F * 2°F (23°C * 1°C) for 70 hr. Reclaimed rubber shall not be used.
f. Rubber-seat compounds shall be free of vegetable oils, vegetable-oil
derivatives, animal 'fats, and animal oils.
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4.4.1.3 Body seating surfaces. Resilient seats shall seat against a corrosion-
resistant surface. The surface may be either metallic or nonmetallic, applied in a
manner to withstand the action of the line fluids and the operation of the sealing gate
during long-term service. A metallic surface shall have a corrosion resistance
equivalent to or better than bronze. A nonmetallic surface shall be in compliance with
ANSVAWWA C550.
4.4.1.4 Valve ends. End connections shall conform to one of the following
requirements.
4.4.1.4.1 Flanged ends. The end flanges of flanged valves shall conform t o
dimensions and drillings of ANSI B16.1 Class 125 or ANSYAWWA CllO/A21.10
unless explicitly provided otherwise in the purchaser’s specifications. Unless spot-
facing is required by the purchaser’s specifications, the bolt holes of the end flanges
shall not be spot-faced except when the thickness at any point within the spot-face
area, as deñned in MSS SP-9,exceeds the required minimum flange thickness of
ASME/ANSI B16.1 by more than indicated in Table 2 or if the flange is not
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Table 3 Copper alloys for stem, stem nut, and copper alloy gates
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UNS C83450
UNS C86700t
*Alloys actually used or specified not limited to those listed-see Sec. 4.2.2.4
t Compliance with AWWA C509 requires the manufacturer to specify minimum mechanical or chemical requirements that
exceed the minimums required for this alloy by the ASTM specification(s) listed.
shall not be less than 75 lb/in. (13.2 N/mm). AU exposed mechanical attaching devices
and hardware used to retain the resilient seat shall be of a corrosion-resistant material.
4.4.3 Guides.
4.4.3.1 If guiding is required t o obtain shutoff, the design shall be such that
corrosion in the guide area does not affect sealing.
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4.4.4 Bolting. Bolting materials, excluding joint accessories, shall have the
mechanical strength requirements of ASTM A307 and shall have either regular
square or hexagonal heads with dimensions conforming to ANSI B18.2.1.Bolts,
studs, and nuts shall be (i)cadmium-plated (ASTM B766) or zinc-coated (ASTM
A153 or B633),or (2)made corrosion resistant by some other process disclosed to and
acceptable t o the purchaser. The purchaser may specifi bolts, studs, and nuts made
from a specified corrosion-resistant material, such as low-zinc bronze, nickel-copper
alloy, or stainless steel.
4.4.5 Stem, stem nut, and copper-alloy gates.
4.4.5.1 Stems, stem nuts, and copper-alloy gates shall be made from a copper
alloy as shown in Table 3.
4.4.5.1.1 Valve stems shall be made from copper alloys that have a yield
strength of 20,000psi (137,800kPa) or greater.
4.4.5.1.2 Stem nuts shall be made from copper alloys that have a yield
strength of 14,000psi (95,000E a ) or greater.
4.4.5.2 NRS stems. The stem must have an integral thrust collar.
4.4.5.3 OS&Y stems. OS&Y valve stems shall be of sufficient length so as to
be a t least flush with the top of the stem nut when the gate is fully closed. The design
shall be such as t o prevent any possibility of the gate leaving the stem or the stem
turning during the operation of the valve.
4.4.5.4 Threads. The threads of stems and stem nuts shall be of Acme,
modified Acme, stub Acme, or one-half V type. Stems and stem nuts shall be threaded
straight and true and shall work true and smooth and in perfect line throughout the
lift of opening and thrust of closing the valve.
4.4.5.5 Diameter. The minimum stem diameters and number of turns to open
shall be as shown in Table 4.
4.4.6 Stem sealing. The sealing system shall be designed to be watertight at
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4.4.6.1 NRS valves.
4.4.6.1.1 Materials. A stem seal plate or O-ring packing plate, if necessary,
shall be made of ductile iron or gray iron. Stem openings, if bushed, or stem-seal
cartridges shall be of a copper alloy or a synthetic polymer with properties suitable
for the application. Stem-seal plate bolts and nuts shall conform to the requirements
as specified in Sec. 4.4.4.
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4.4.6.1.2 Stem seal plate. On NRS valves, the stem opening, thrust-bearing
recess, and bonnet face of the stem-seal plate shall be machined or finished in a
manner that will provide surfaces that are smooth and either parallel or perpendicular
to the stem axis within 0.5".
4.4.6.1.3 Stem seal. When an O-ring or other pressure-actuated stem seal is
used, the design shall incorporate at least two such seals. The dimensions of the
O-rings shall be in accordance with SAI3 AS-568A.
4.4.6.2 OS&Y valves.
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alloy or stainless steel. Stainless steel nuts should not be used on stainless steel
packing gland bolts.
4.4.6.3 Stem seal replacement.
4.4.6.3.1 NRS valves. NRS valves shall be designed so that the seal above the
stem collar can be replaced with the valve under pressure in the fully open position.
4.4.6.3.2 OS&Y valves. Design of the valve shall be such that the stuffing box
can be packed when the valve is in the fully open position and under pressure.
4.4.6.3.3 Caution. Stem seal or packing replacement under pressure is
hazardous and is not recommended.
4.4.7 Wrench nuts and handwheels. Wrench nuts and handwheels shall be
made of gray iron or ductile iron. Unless otherwise explicitly required by the
purchaser’s specifications, the wrench nuts shall be l15/i6-in.(49.2-mm) square at the
top, 2-in. (50.8-mm) square at the base, and 13/4-in. (44.5-mm) high. The outside
diameter of handwheels shall not be less than those stated in Table 5. Nuts shall
have a flanged base on which shall be cast an arrow at least 2-in. (50.8-mm) long
showing the direction of opening. The word ”OPEN,” in ‘/2-in. (12.7-mm) or larger
letters, shall be cast on the nut to indicate clearly the direction t o turn the wrench
when opening the valve. Handwheels shall be of the spoke type only. Webbed or disc
types are not permissible. An arrow showing the direction to turn the handwheel t o
open the valve, with the word “OPEN” in Y2-in. (12.7-mm) or larger letters in a break
in the arrow shaft, shall be cast on the rim of the handwheel so as to be readily
readable.
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4.4.9.3 Gear ratio. Gear ratios shall not be less than those shown in Table 6.
4.4.9.4 Gear cases. Valves having O-ring or V-type stem seals may have the
gear case attached directly to the valve. When geared valves are supplied, enclosed
gear cases are required unless specifically excluded by the purchaser’s requirements.
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SECTION 5: VERIFICATION
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Sec. 5.1 Proof of Design Testing
5.1.1 Hydrostatic test. One valve of each size and class of a manufacturer’s
design shall be hydrostatically tested with twice the specified rated pressure applied to
one side of the gate and zero pressure applied to the other side. The test is to be made
in each direction across the gate. During this hydrostatic test, the manufacturer may
make special provisions t o prevent leakage past the seats. No part of the valve or
gate casting shall remain visually deformed by the test. Leakage shall not be a cause
for failure.
5.1.2 Torque test. A valve of each size shall be overtorqued in the closed and
open positions t o demonstrate that there is no distortion of the valve stem or damage
t o the resilient seat as evidenced by failure to seal at rated pressure. The applied
torque shall be 250 ft-lb (340 N-m) for 3-in. (75-mm) and 4-in. (100-mm) NPS valves;
350 fi-lb (475 N m ) for 6-in. (EO-mrn),8-in. (200-mm), 10-in. (250-mm), 12-in. (300-mm)
NPS valves; and 400 ft-lb (545 N m ) for 16-in. (400-mm), 20-in. (500-mm) and 24-in.
(600-mm) NPS valves; and 500 ft-lb (600 N-m) for 30-in. (750-mm) NPS valves.
Torque shall be directly applied to the valve stem.
5.1.3 Leakage test. One valve of each size shall be fully opened and closed to
a seal for 500 complete cycles with sufflcient flow that the valve is at the rated
working pressure for the pressure differential at the point of closing. The valves shall
be drip-tight under rated pressure differential applied alternately to each side of the
gate after completion of the tests.
5.1.4 Hydrostatic shell. One valve of each size shall be tested to 2.5 times the
rated working pressure with the gate in the open position. There shall be no rupture
or cracking of the valve body, valve bonnet, or seal plate. Leakage at pressure-
containing joints shall not be a cause for failure of the test. No part of the valve shall
remain visibly deformed after the test.
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SECIION 6: DELIVERY
Sec. 6.1 Marking
Markings shall be cast on the bonnet or body of each valve and shall show the
manufacturer’s name or mark, the year the valve casting was made, the size of the
valve, and the designation of working water pressure, for example, “200W.”Special
markings in addition to these can be supplied when specified by the purchaser’s
requirements on agreement between purchaser and manufacturer.
Valves shall be complete in all details when shipped. The manufacturer shall
use reasonable care in preparing valves for shipment. Valves shall be drained before
shipment.
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APPENDIX A
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance
of Resilient-Seated Gate Valves
This appendix is for information only and is not a part of AWWA C509.
SECTION A. 1 : GENERAL
Resilient-seated gate valves form a significant component part of many fire-
fighting or water-distribution systems. Failure of a resilient-seated gate valve in such
systems, either caused by faulty installation or improper maintenance, could result in
extensive damage and costly repairs. In addition, many resilient-seated gate valves are
installed in buried-service or underground applications. Problems with or malfunctions
of the valves caused by faulty installation or improper maintenance can result in
extensive and costly unearthing operations to effectively correct or eliminate the
problem. Many resilient-seated gate-valve problems and failures can be traced back
to improper handling, storage, installation, operation, or maintenance procedures.
All valves should be unloaded carefully; a soft sling around the body is
recommended to prevent damage to the valve and its protective coating. Each valve
should be carefully lowered from the truck to the ground; it should not be dropped.
Valves should not be lifted or unloaded using chains, slings, or forklift fork($
engaging the valve actuator or handwheel, or passing through the valve waterway. In
the case of larger valves, forklifts or slings around the body of the valve or under the
skids should be used for unloading. Only hoists and slings with adequate load
capacity to handle the weight of the valve or valves should be used. Hoists should not
be hooked into or chains fastened around yokes, gearing, motors, cylinders, or
handwheels. Failure to carefully follow these recommendations is likely to result in
damage to the valve.
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Proper inspection at this time will minimize the possibility of leaks after pressuriza-
tion of the piping system.
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the end of the line. Rigid piping systems incorporating flanged valves are not
recommended for buried service. Thrust blocks, restrained joints, or other means of
restraint are needed on or adjacent to valves on pipelines or where unusual
conditions exist, such as high internal pressures, adjacent fittings, or unstable soils.
e. To prevent damage, 3-in. (75-mm) and 4-in. (100-mm) NPS resilient-
seated gate valves should not be operated with input torques greater than 200 fi-lb
(270 N-m). Gate valves 6-in. (150-mm) NPS t o 12-in. (300-mm) NPS should not be
operated with input torques greater than 300 fi-lb (406 N-m). For sizes larger than
12 in., consult the manufacturer.
f. For tapping applications, tapping valves are recommended.
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Leakage, broken parts, hard operation, and other major defects should be
corrected by a repair crew as soon as possible after the defect has been reported. If
repairs are t o be performed in the field, the repair crews should take a full
complement of spare parts t o the jobsite. Provisions should be made to isolate the
defective valve from water pressure and relieve internal trapped pressure prior t o
performing any corrective maintenance. Disassembly of the valve should be
performed in accordance with the procedure supplied by the manufacturer. After
repair of the valve, the operating mechanism should be cycled through one complete
operating cycle. With full line pressure applied to the valve in the open position, an
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inspection should be made to detect leakage in the areas around the seal plate,
bonnet, packing gland, and body-end connections. A record should be made to
indicate that the valve has been repaired and is in working condition. Any markings
indicating that the valve is inoperable should be removed. In addition, fire
departments and other appropriate municipal departments should be informed of the
satisfactory repair of the valve.
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