Framo

No. 1375-0027-4
07Jul95/RSH
Rev. F: 08Feb02/TS
Pump Control Valve, STC

Service Manual

Covering: STC-25 / 30 / 40 / 50 / 60
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CONTENTS PAGE
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1.0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION .................................................... ....... 03

2.0 OPERATING INFORMATION ............................................ .......... 05

3.0 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION ........................... ...................... 06

3.1 Safety instructions
3.2 Dismantling / assembling
3.3 Compensator check
3.4 Venting of the valve

4.0 SPARE PARTS .................................................................. .......... 10

5.0 SERVICE INTERVALS ................................................................. 11

6.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING .................................................................12

7.0 SPECIAL TOOLS ....................................................................... .. 14

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1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
FRAMO Speed Torque Controllers (STC) are divided in two groups:
- STC integrated on a pump top plate, ref. fig. 1.
- separately mounted valves, ref. fig. 2.

Fig. 1: STC integrated on pump top plate Fig. 2: Separately mounted STC

Type identification: For complete description, see valve (pump) spec.

STC * * - * * - ** - * - *
L = Local control only
R = Remote and local control

Pilot oil supply:

P = Plug
N = Nozzle (orifice A)

Version no.

F= Fixed compensator
A= Adjustable compensator

S = Separate mounted
T = Integrated on top plate

Valve size (nominal bore): 25 / 30 / 40 / 50 / 60

Main valve type:

Speed Torque Controller
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All Speed Torque Controllers have the same main hydraulic functions and consists of five
main hydraulic parts:
- Pressure reducing valve (main valve)
- Venturi meter
- Three pilot valves: - Local control valve
- Compensator ( Fixed or adjustable ).
- Directional valve
The screw-in pilot valves are identical for all the STCs and can be recognized from fig. 3.
The main valve and the throttle are designed for a specific flow and are located inside the
valve block.

Fig. 3A: STC, main parts with Fig. 3B: STC, main parts with
fixed compensator. adjustable compensator

Pilot oil is supplied either internally through an orifice A (ref. fig. 5), but usually externally
through pilot connection X (orifice A plugged). From the type identification one can see
whether the valve should have a pilot orifice or a plug.

For most FRAMO Speed Torque Controllers integrated on top plate, equipment for purging of
the cofferdam are built into the valve. For further description and operating information refer to
service manual for the cargo pump.

For all valves delivered after January 2002, a last chance filter (strainer) is included in pilot
connection, to reduce possibility of valve failure due to particles.
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2. OPERATING INFORMATION
FRAMO Speed Torque Controller, STC, is designed to control the discharge from centrifugal
pumps powered by a common ring main hydraulic system. The valve has three main
functions, ref. fig. 4:

1. Torque Control (TC).

The valve is used to control the torque of the hydraulic motor independent of inlet pressure
(P1). The local control valve with hand wheel regulates the pilot pressure and thereby the
inlet pressure to the motor (P2). This can also be done by means of a remote control valve.

2. Maximum Speed Control (max. SC).

The valve limits the oil flow to the hydraulic motor. This function overrides the TC-
function. This can be observed during certain discharge situations: Any attempt to
increase motor inlet pressure P2 by turning the local, or remote, control valve against
maximum position, or by increasing inlet pressure P1, will be ignored by the STC valve.

Some valves are delivered with an adjustable compensator. By using this valve,
maximum speed can be reduced to approx. 65 % of specified maximum speed.
Maximum speed setting can only be regulated locally. Turn CCW to reduce maximum
speed. Turn CW until hand-wheel stops, to adjust back to specified maximum speed.
The adjustable compensator is used to reduce maximum speed during stripping, tank
cleaning, and other pump operations where maximum speed/maximum discharge head is
not required. For operation of compensator, refer to pump operation manual.

3. Closing.
The valve will close off the oil flow when the difference between pilot pressure and return
pressure is below appr. 10 bar.

Fig. 4: Pump curve (principle)

The valve may be equipped for both local and remote control, but it is required that when
using the local control, the remote control valve must be set in maximum position and vice
versa.
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3. MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
No routine service is required for the Speed Torque Controllers. Service on the valve is only
necessary in case of malfunction (refer to “Trouble shooting”, chapter 6).

3.1 Safety instructions

- Never unscrew or try to service the valve when pressurized.

BEFORE SERVICE ON STC, ALWAYS CLOSE THE HYDRAULIC PRESSURE

INLET VALVE AND VALVE ON PILOT LINE.
OPEN THE LOCAL CONTROL VALVE.

MAKE SURE THAT ALL PRESSURE CHAMBERS IN THE VALVE ARE

RELEASED BY USING THE BLEED PLUGS.

- The valve is made of stainless steel. Therefore it is very important that all threads are
cleaned and lubricated properly. A clean "Molybdenum disulphide" (Molycote G-n plus or
similar) is to be used on all threads. Never use force on plugs, bolts, pilot valves etc. that
tend to seize.

- O-rings, O-ring grooves and seal faces must be kept clean, undamaged and oiled.

- Do not use chlorinated solvent as cleaning fluid. They will damage the O-ring seals and
contaminate the hydraulic oil. In addition they are not recommended due to health hazard.

- Before initial start-up and after service, the valve must always be vented.
Filling and venting of cargo pump is described in separate filling- and venting procedure.

- The compensator valve is fitted with an adjustment screw. This is preset at FRAMO's test
stand and must under no circumstances be adjusted. Wrong adjustment of the valve
may cause the hydraulic motor to overspeed and break down. Warranty claims will
be refused if the seal at the compensator cover is broken.

- Never try to run the pump without plug/ orifice A installed. Too high pilot oil supply may
cause the hydraulic motor to overspeed and break down and cause permanently damage
to the valve.

- Always use correct torque when assembling the valve and valve parts.
Too high torque for pilot cartridges may cause malfunction. Note: Torque wrench for
correct setting is included in Framo Tool box for this purpose.
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3.2 Dismantling / assembling

Standard tools

Name

Allen key 8 mm

Spanner 19 mm

Spanner 27 mm

Screw driver no.50/R-110

Screw driver no.90/R-175

The most common reason for maintenance is to clean the Last Chance Filter (LCF).
Another reason is that orifices are clogged. All the orifices can be reached without loosening
the valve from the top plate or the cover from the valve block, ref. fig. 5. The pilot orifice A
(internal or external) is the most likely one to get clogged.

Fig. 5: Exploded view of orifice(s) A and orifice B

The pilot valves are of cartridge type and may simply be unscrewed. All the pilot valves have
to be assembled with a special torque, and a torque wrench should be used. Too high torque
setting may cause malfunction.
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To inspect the pressure reducing cartridge and the venturi meter, it is necessary to dismantle
the cover from the valve block.

ALL PARTS MUST BE CLEANED THOROUGHLY, INSPECTED AND DEFECTIVE

COMPONENTS MUST BE CHANGED. USE ONLY GENUINE SPARE PARTS.

For valves integrated on top plate (STC**-T):

For mounting and dismantling of the valve from the top plate and hydraulic connections: See
service manual for the pump.

For assembling separately mounted valves (STC**-S) to hydraulic connections:

ALL BOLTS AND NUTS HAVE TO BE ASSEMBLED WITH A SPECIAL TORQUE.

IF NO TORQUE IS SPECIFIED, USE TORQUE ACCORDING TO FOLLOWING TABLE:
STAINLESS STEEL BOLTS AND NUTS, QUALITY A4-80
M6 M8 M10 M12 M16 M20
9.2 Nm 22 Nm 44 Nm 76 Nm 190 Nm 370 Nm

All bolts and nuts are to be fastened using a torque wrench. Remember to coat the threads
and underneath bolt heads/ nuts with "Molybdenum disulphide" prior to assembling.

PILOT VALVES
Assembly torque: 40Nm. Torque wrench in Framo Tool box.

To get access with torque wrench on local control valve on some valves, it is necessary to
unscrew directional valve, tighten local control valve, and then screw in and tighten directional
valve.

3.3 Compensator check

The complete compensator may be unscrewed by crew, to verify that the piston is moving
freely. Note: The valve is tested and adjusted very carefully at FRAMO's test stand, and
touching the adjustment (sealed) is prohibited.

If referred to in troubleshooting: Unscrew complete compensator valve from STC. Check that
piston rests against circlip. If not, carefully push against end of piston, to make the piston
move freely. Clean and lubricate if necessary, but do not dismantle the valve. Reinstall valve.
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3.4 Venting of the valve

Standard tools

Name

Spanner 10 mm

Any air pockets remaining inside the valve may cause malfunction. Vent by slightly
unscrewing the two venting plugs (see fig. 6), at minimum system pressure. A flexible hose
with inner diameter 7 mm to be connected as shown, to prevent oil spill.

The local control valve (pressure relief) also needs to be vented. There is a separate
venting plug for this purpose. Return side of hydraulic system should be pressurized during
venting (Feed pumps running). Venting of the local control valve is only to be carried out when
the valve is completely relieved.

Fig. 6: STC with venting plugs

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4. SPARE PARTS - sets of seals, cartridge valves

Directional valve, id. no. A317. Ref. fig. 7.

Pos. Description FM id.no.
1 O-ring A7350
2 Back-up ring A7314
3 O-ring A5186
4 O-ring A5185

Fig. 7: Directional valve

Local control valve (pressure relief),
id. no. A314. Ref. fig. 8.
Pos. Description FM id.no.
1 O-ring A7350
2 Seal ring A30787
4 Snap ring A27118
5 Wiper seal A27117
6 Shaft seal A30742
7 Venting plug 109991
8 Rubber cap 110007

Note: Regarding item 2, local control valve: For some

period, o-ring + back-up ring was delivered instead of
seal ring.

Fig. 8: Local control valve

Compensator valve (max. speed control), id. no. A318 (fixed) and A33525
(adjustable). Ref. fig. 9A/9B. Complete valve will not be delivered as separate spare
part.
Pos. Description FM id.no.
1 O-ring A7350
2 O-ring A5186
3 O-ring A5185

Fig. 9A: Fixed compensator Fig. 9B: Adjustable compensator

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Pressure reducing valves:

Fig. 10: Cartridge valves

Type of valve Pos. Pcs. Description FM id.no.

1 1 O-ring A11548
STC-25 2 1 Back-up ring A11550
3 1 Seal A28158
4 1 Seal A28159
1 2 O-ring A11549
STC-30 2 2 Back-up ring A11552
3 1 Seal A28160
1 2 O-ring 184531
STC-40 2 2 Back-up ring A13110
3 1 Seal A28161
STC-50 1 3 O-ring A23733
2 3 Back-up ring A23734
STC-60 1 3 O-ring A22024
2 3 Back-up ring A22025

5. SERVICE INTERVALS
No routine service is required. The Last Chance Filter (LCF) in pilot connection should be
cleaned if clogged, and need no periodically checking.
When trouble shooting, refer to chapter 3: Maintenance information.

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6. TROUBLE SHOOTING
For maintenance information refer to chapter 3.
The manometer on top of the valve shows the pilot pressure to the main pressure reducing
cartridge. Under normal circumstances pilot pressure approximately equals the inlet pressure
to the hydraulic motor (P2).
Inlet pressure to the hydraulic motor (P2) can if necessary, be measured by replacing the
venting plug (P2) on the side of the STC block (ref. fig. 6) by minimess coupling and a
manometer.
Symptom: Possible reason:
The valve seems to be The valve is functioning,
closed even though the but the pump impeller is
manometer indicates a stuck.
sufficient pilot pressure.
The STC fails to open
and the pilot pressure is Remote control valve
insufficient, even though malfunctioning.
the local and remote
control valves are in max Local control valve
position. leaking.
Compensator stuck in
open position.
Orifice B is clogged.
Spool in directional valve
is stuck.
Last Chance Filter is
clogged.
Orifice A is clogged
(if internal pilot oil supply).
The valve seems to be The valve is closed, but
open even though the an pressure P2 can be
pilot pressure is relieved. read because of the
breakaway torque of the
motor.
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Remedy:
Measure the inlet pressure to the
hydraulic motor (P2). If there is a
high P2-pressure, the valve is OK.
Check the pump.
Ref. service manual for remote
control valve for troubleshooting.
Check the torque setting.
Check the o-rings. Cross-change
with another local control valve.
Replace defect valve.
Ref. chapter 3.3
Check / clean.
Check the torque setting.
Unscrew valve and check if spool
can easily be moved. Check the
o-rings. Replace defect valve.
Disconnect pilot flange, unscrew
LCF, and check/clean.
Check / clean orifice(s).
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Symptom:
The valve will not close,
and the remote control
valve is checked and
found to be OK.
Insufficient capacity / too
low inlet pressure to the
motor (P2).
The external pilot system
is checked and found to
be OK.
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Possible reason: Remedy:
The local control valve is Set the local control valve in
not able to relieve the minimum position. Check that the
pilot pressure torque setting is correct.
Vent the valve by using the
venting plug on the hand wheel.
Replace defect valve.
Too high pilot oil supply. Check orifice A or external pilot oil
supply.
Orifice B is clogged. Check / clean orifice.
Directional valve is not Check the torque setting.
functioning. Check the o-rings.
Unscrew valve and make sure that
the spool can easily be moved.
Cross-change with another valve.
Replace defect valve.
The STC is in normal Before assuming the STC to be
max Speed Control faulty, check the operating
mode. This will cause a conditions. Make sure that the
correct limitation of P2. system pressure is not set too low.
NOTE: If the service valve on the
STC inlet (P1) is closed, it should
always be possible to build up
max. pilot pressure.
For valves with Turn hand-wheel on compensator
adjustable CW until it stops.
compensator: Maximum
speed limitation reduced
by compensator.
Directional valve is Check the torque setting.
leaking from pilot circuit Check the o-rings.
to return. Replace defect valve.

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Symptom:
Insufficient capacity
because of too low pilot
pressure.
The valve is not
compensating / the motor
is overspeeding.
Hunting and vibration.
Oil leakage.
7. SPECIAL TOOLS
Torque wrench for pilot valves; local control valve, directional valve and compensator.
Included in Framo Tool box.
Possible reason:
Leakage from pilot line to
return through the local
control valve because of:
a) Too high torque setting.
b) Sticking valve parts.
c) Permanently leakage
(damaged cone/ sleeve,
spring etc)
Compensator leaking.
Last Chance Filter is
clogged.
Orifice B is clogged.
Too high pilot oil supply.
Compensator stuck in
closed position.
Air pockets in pilot line or
air pockets inside valve.
Orifice B is clogged or
missing.
Damaged o-rings or
back-up rings.
Insufficient tightening.
Damaged seal face.
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Remedy:
a) Unscrew and retighten the local
control valve correctly. Regulate to
max. after air venting.
b) Reduce pilot pressure to min. by
remote control valve and increase
immediately to max. again. A
careful knock on the hand wheel
when regulating from min. to max.
may also help closing the valve.
c) Check the o-rings. Cross-change
with another local control valve.
Replace defect valve.
Check compensator according
chap. 3.3
Disconnect pilot flange, unscrew
LCF, and check/clean.
Check / clean orifice.
Check pilot orifice A or external
pilot oil supply.
Check compensator according
chap. 3.3
Ref. filling and venting procedure.
Vent the valve. The local control
valve is especially sensitive to air.
Check / clean orifice.
Check / replace.
Use correct torque setting.
Contact FM Services.