Valves for gas distribution systems with maximum operating pressure less than or equal to 16 bar - Performance requirements

This EN deals with isolating valves used for gas distribution systems with maximum operating pressure <= 16 bar, and which operate with fuel gases of the first and second family, according to EN 437. It applies to valves DN 25 and larger. The types of isolating valves to be considered are: plug and ball valves, gate valves, globe valves and butterfly valves.

Armaturen für Gasverteilungssysteme mit zulässigen Betriebsdrücken kleiner oder gleich als 16 bar - Anforderungen an die Gebrauchstauglichkeit

Diese Europäische Norm gilt für Absperrarmaturen, die in Gasverteilungssystemen mit einem höchsten Betriebsdruck von <= 16 bar verwendet werden und die mit Brenngasen der ersten und zweiten Familie nach EN 437 betrieben werden. Sie ist anzuwenden für Armaturen gleich oder größer DN 25. Die zu berücksichtigenden Bauarten von Absperrarmaturen sind: Kegel- und Kugelhähne, Schieber, Absperrventile und Klappen.

Appareils de robinetterie pour les systemes de distribution du gaz avec une pression maximale de service inférieure ou égale a 16 bar - Exigences de performance

La présente Norme européenne s'applique aux robinets d'isolement métalliques utilisés pour les systemes de distribution du gaz avec une pression maximale de service jusqu'a et y compris 16 bar, et fonctionnant avec des gaz combustibles de la premiere et de la seconde famille selon l'EN 437.
Elle s'applique aux appareils de robinetterie de DN 25 et au-dela.
Les types de robinets d'isolement a prendre en compte sont les robinets a tournant sphérique, cylindrique et conique, les robinets-vannes, les robinets a soupapes et les robinets a papillons.
La présente norme ne s'applique pas aux :
   appareils de robinetterie destinés aux installations domestiques ;
   soupapes de sécurité ;
   robinets de tete de puits.
Dans le cas d'appareils de robinetterie motorisés, les prescriptions du moteur ne sont pas couvertes par la présente norme.
Les appareils de robinetterie auxquels s'applique cette norme, fonctionnent dans une plage de températures de
- 20 °C a + 60 °C.
La présente Norme européenne définit des exigences supplémentaires pour les normes de produits citées en références.
En cas de contradiction avec les normes mentionnées ci-dessus, la présente norme prévaudra.

Ventili za plinske razdelilne sisteme z največjim dovoljenim delovnim tlakom, manjšim ali enakim 16 bar - Zahteve glede uporabnosti

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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Armaturen für Gasverteilungssysteme mit zulässigen Betriebsdrücken kleiner oder gleich als 16 bar - Anforderungen an die GebrauchstauglichkeitAppareils de robinetterie pour les systemes de distribution du gaz avec une pression maximale de service inférieure ou égale a 16 bar - Exigences de performanceValves for gas distribution systems with maximum operating pressure less than or equal to 16 bar - Performance requirements75.200Petroleum products and natural gas handling equipment23.060.01Ventili na splošnoValves in generalICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 13774:2003SIST EN 13774:2003en01-julij-2003SIST EN 13774:2003SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 13774April 2003ICS 23.060.01English versionValves for gas distribution systems with maximum operatingpressure less than or equal to 16 bar - PerformancerequirementsAppareils de robinetterie pour les systèmes de distributiondu gaz avec une pression maximale de service inférieureou égal à 16 bar - Exigences de performanceArmaturen für Gasverteilungssysteme mit zulässigenBetriebsdrücken kleiner oder gleich als 16 bar -Anforderungen an die GebrauchstauglichkeitThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 2 January 2003.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Management Centre or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Management Centre has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and UnitedKingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2003 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 13774:2003 ESIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)2ContentspageForeword.31Scope.42Normative references.43Terms and definitions.54Symbols and abbreviations.65Requirements and testing.75.1Type testing.75.2Materials.85.3Design.95.4Dimensions.115.5Operability and endurance.115.6Strength of stops.125.7Resistance of the obturator to static differential pressure.125.8Bending resistance.125.9Shell strength.135.10External leak tightness.135.11Internal leak tightness.145.12Resistance to liquid agents.145.13Resistance to wear.145.14Reference flow rate.145.15Cleanness.155.16Storage.156Marking.15Annex A (normative)
Analysis of the technical file and recording of the initial conditions.16Annex B (normative)
Test methods for valves.17Annex C (informative)
Additional characteristics on request from the purchaser.25Annex D (informative)
Resistance to bending moment applied via the stem or shaft.26Annex E (informative)
European standards for valves.27Bibliography.28SIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)3ForewordThis document (EN 13774:2003) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN /TC 69, "Industrial valves", thesecretariat of which is held by AFNOR.This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text orby endorsement, at the latest by October 2003, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latestby October 2003.Annexes A and B are normative.Annexes C, D and E are informative.This document includes a Bibliography.According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the followingcountries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland,France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal,Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.SIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)41 ScopeThis European Standard deals with metal isolating valves used for gas distribution systems with maximumoperating pressure up to 16 bar, and which operate with fuel gases of the first and the second family, inaccordance with EN 437.It applies to valves DN 25 and larger.The types of isolating valves to be considered are: plug and ball valves, gate valves, globe valves and butterflyvalves.This standard does not apply to:¾ valves for domestic installations ;¾ safety type pressure relief valves ;¾ wellhead valves.In the case of power operated valves, the requirements for the power source are not covered by this standard.The valves covered in this standard operate in the temperature range : - 20 °C to + 60 °C.This European Standard gives additional requirements to the relevant product standards.In case of contradictions between the above mentioned standards, this standard will prevail.2 Normative referencesThis European Standard incorporates by dated or undated reference, provisions from other publications. Thesenormative references are cited at the appropriate places in the text, and the publications are listed hereafter. Fordated references, subsequent amendments to or revisions of any of these publications apply to this EuropeanStandard only when incorporated in it by amendment or revision. For undated references the latest edition of thepublication referred to applies (including amendments).EN 19, Industrial valves — Marking of metallic valves.EN 377, Lubricants for applications in appliances and associated controls using combustible gases except thosedesigned for use in industrial processes.EN 437, Test gases — Test pressures — Appliance categories.EN 682, Elastomeric seals — Materials requirements for seals used in pipes and fittings carrying gas andhydrocarbon fluids.EN 736-1, Valves — Terminology — Part 1: Definition of types of valves.EN 736-2, Valves — Terminology — Part 2: Definition of components of valves.EN 736-3, Valves — Terminology — Part 3: Definition of terms.EN 764, Pressure equipment – Terminology and symbols – Pressure, temperature, volume.EN 1092-1, Flanges and their joints — Circular flanges for pipes, valves ,fittings and accessories, PN designated— Part 1 : Steel flanges.EN 1092-2, Flanges and their joints — Circular flanges for pipes, valves, fittings and accessories, PN designated— Part 2 : Cast iron flanges.SIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)5prEN 1092-31), Flanges and their joints — Circular flanges for pipes, valves ,fittings and accessories, PNdesignated — Part 3 : Copper alloy flanges,.EN 1503-1, Valves — Materials for bodies, bonnets and covers — Part 1: Steels specified in European Standards.EN 1503-2, Valves — Materials for bodies, bonnets and covers — Part 2: Steels other than those specified inEuropean Standards.EN 1503-3, Valves — Materials for bodies, bonnets and covers — Part 3: Cast irons specified in EuropeanStandards.EN 1503-4, Valves — Materials for bodies, bonnets and covers — Part 4: Copper alloys specified in EuropeanStandards.EN 1555-2, Plastics piping systems for the supply of gaseous fuels — Polyethylene (PE) — Part 2: Pipes.EN 1555-3, Plastics piping systems for the supply of gaseous fuels — Polyethylene (PE) — Part 3 : Fittings.EN 1555-4, Plastics piping systems for the supply of gaseous fuels — Polyethylene (PE) — Part 4 : Valves.prEN 16601), Mechanical fasteners — Hexagon products — Widths across flats.EN 12266-1:2003, Industrial valves — Testing of valves — Part 1: Pressure tests, test procedures and acceptancecriteria – Mandatory requirements.EN 12570, Industrial valves — Method for sizing the operating element.EN 12627, Industrial valves - Butt welding ends for steel valves.ISO 7-1, Pipe threads where pressure-tight joints are made on the threads — Part 1: Dimensions, tolerances anddesignation.ISO 228-1, Pipe threads where pressure-tight joints are not made on the threads — Part 1: Dimensions, tolerancesand designation.3 Terms and definitionsFor the purposes of this European Standard, the terms and definitions of EN 736-1, EN 736-2, EN 736-3 andEN 764 apply together with the following.3.1gas distribution systempipeline system including piping above and below ground and all other equipment necessary to convey the gas tothe consumers3.2external leak tightnessshell tightnesstightness of the gas-containing envelope with respect to the atmosphere3.3internal leak tightnessseat tightnesstightness ensured between the valve inlet and outlet by the obturator in the closed positionSIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)63.4volume rate of flowvolume of fluid discharged by the valve per time unit3.5reference flow raterate of the air flow in normal cubic metres per hour, as measured at 0°C at the absolute pressure of 1013 mbar,discharged by the valve and creating therein a specified pressure drop, at a specified air pressure upstream of thevalve3.6maximum allowable pressure (pmax)maximum pressure at which any part of a valve will continuously operate at a specified operating temperaturerange3.7maximum operating pressure (MOP)maximum pressure in a system operated continuously under normal operating conditionsNOTE"Normal operating conditions" means no malfunctioning of the equipment or disruption to the gas flow.3.8maximum strength torquemaximum torque applied to the stem or the shaft, with the obturator either totally open or totally closed, whichcauses no alteration to the functional capability of the valve3.9maximum operating torquemaximum torque applied on the stem or shaft of a valve to ensure its operation under the maximal allowablepressure (pmax) and at any operating temperature3.10operating cyclefull operating from the closed position to the opened position and back to the closed position3.11block and bleed facilityequipment put together with the valve as to assume two functions, isolation and bleed4 Symbols and abbreviationsta:mean ambient temperature (+ 20 °C ± 5°C) ;tmax:maximum value of ambient temperature (+ 60 °C) ;tmin:minimum value of ambient temperature (- 20 °C) ;pmax:maximum allowable pressure ;M:bending moment.SIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)75 Requirements and testing5.1 Type testing5.1.1 Test samplesFor valves up to DN 500, qualification of the range shall be achieved by testing the smallest and the largest valvesand one chosen in the middle of the range. This applies only where the materials, design and construction does notchange within the range.For resistance to wear, qualification shall be achieved by testing only the smallest valve of the range.For valves greater than DN 500, qualification shall be achieved by agreement between manufacturer andpurchaser on the size(s) of the valve(s) to be tested.For each valve to be tested, three samples should be provided, and tested in accordance with the qualification testprogramme given in Table 1 :Table 1 — Qualification test programmeSample referenceRequirementABCMaterials (see 5.2)xxxDesign (see 5.3)xxxDimensions (see 5.4)xxxShell strength (see 5.9)-x-Operability and endurance (see 5.5)xxxStrength of stops (see 5.6)x--External leak tightness (see 5.10)xxxInternal leak tightness (see 5.11)xxxReference flow rate (see 5.14)-x-Bending resistance (see 5.8)-x-Resistance of the obturator to static differential pressure (see 5.7)-x-Resistance to liquid agents (see 5.12)-xResistance to wear (see 5.13)-x-5.1.2 Test documentsThe manufacturer shall produce a technical file containing the following documents:a)detailed drawings, including dimensions, tolerances, surface conditions and relevant calculations for pressurecontaining parts and principle parts ;b)detailed drawings of the isolating valve with sectional drawings of all important parts ;c)general arrangement drawings showing relative positions and sizes of vents/drains, gearboxes, and otherexternal parts, together with overall dimensions ;d)manufacturing details including welding and test procedures ;e)installation, operating and maintenance procedures ;SIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)8f)description of the isolating valve with details on type, construction, materials, surface treatment and marking.Detailed sectional arrangement drawings showing all parts with reference numbers and materials identified topublished standards including reference to the elastomers and their suppliers ;g)details of technical characteristics including performance details. The manufacturer shall state the referenceflow rate at full opening.All these documents are to be analysed in accordance with A.1.5.2 Materials5.2.1 ShellRequirementsType testsProduction testsMaterials in accordance with EN 1503-1,EN 1503-2, EN 1503-3 or EN 1503-4 shall beused, taking into account the relevant standardsfor shell design strength.Other metallic materials may only be used if theirmechanical characteristics, temperature stabilityand resistance to corrosion are at least equal tothose specified in the above cited standards.The technical data concerningthe materials used shall beavailable from the valvemanufacturer.—5.2.2 ObturatorRequirementsType testsProduction testsMaterials in accordance with EN 1503-1,EN 1503-2, EN 1503-3 or EN 1503-4 shall beused.The technical data concerningthe materials used shall beavailable from the valvemanufacturer.—5.2.3 Stem or shaftRequirementsType testsProduction testsStem or shaft shall be made from metallicmaterials and shall be corrosion resistant orpermanently protected against corrosion.The technical data concerningthe materials used shall beavailable from the valvemanufacturer.—5.2.4 SpringsRequirementsType testsProduction testsSprings necessary for operation and leaktightness shall be made of corrosion resistantmaterials or their permanent resistance tocorrosion shall be made by means of design.Protection of the surface is not permissible.The technical data concerningthe materials used shall beavailable from the valvemanufacturer.—SIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)95.2.5 SealsRequirementsType testsProduction testsSeals made of elastomers shall meet therequirements of EN 682.When seals made of PTFE are used, the part incontact with the flow shall be of virgin PTFE.The technical data concerningthe materials used shall beavailable from the valvemanufacturer.—5.2.6 LubricantsRequirementsType testsProduction testsLubricants used in gas containing parts shallmeet the requirements of EN 377.When seals made of PTFE are used, the sealingsystem shall be designed in such a way tocompensate a possible creep of the seal.The technical data concerningthe lubricants used shall beavailable from the valvemanufacturer.—5.3 Design5.3.1 GeneralRequirementsType testsProduction testsIsolating valves shall be free from sharp edges.A visual inspection shall becarried out to verify conformanceto the requirements.The requirement isto be verifiedthrough a visualinspection of eachvalve.5.3.2 Stem or shaftRequirementsType testsProduction testsStems and shafts shall be of anti-blow outdesign. The stem seal fasteners shall not beconsidered as being the sole anti-blow outmethod.The stem shall be protected against water anddust ingress.A visual inspection shall becarried out to verify conformanceto the requirements.The requirement isto be verifiedthrough a visualinspection of eachvalve.5.3.3 Position of the obturatorRequirementsType testsProduction testsThe position of the obturator shall not be alteredby the flow of the fluid.A visual inspection shall becarried out to verify conformanceto the requirements.—SIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)105.3.4 Shell tappingsRequirementsType testsProduction testsShell tappings on pressurised cavities for directventilation shall have :¾ cylindrical threads in accordance withISO 228-1 ; or¾ metric fine thread made tight by metallic ormetal reinforced seals or seals with metallicthrust rings.They shall be provided with a relief bore and shallbe able to be safely loosened for at least tworevolutions under MOP.The materials used for the connections to theshell tappings shall be of a similar material as theshell.A visual inspection shall becarried out to verify conformanceto the requirements.—5.3.5 Bolt holes for assembly purposesRequirementsType testsProduction testsBolt holes for bolts and studs used for valveassembly purposes shall not intrude into gascontaining cavities.A visual inspection shall becarried out to verify conformanceto the requirements.—5.3.6 Manufacturing aperturesRequirementsType testsProduction testsApertures for manufacturing purposes shall bemade gas tight and permanently sealed.The requirement shall be met byan external leak tightness test asin 5.10.—5.3.7 Sealing systemsRequirementsType testsProduction testsSealing systems for obturators and stems orshafts shall be maintenance free. Particularly,there shall be no sealing systems at the shaftsthat would be adjustable by hand or commercialtools.A visual inspection shall becarried out to verify conformanceto the requirements.—SIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)115.4 Dimensions5.4.1 Threaded endsRequirementsType testsProduction testsIsolating valves with threaded ends shall havekey flats in accordance with prEN 1660.Dimensions shall be checked, toensure conformance to therequirements.Dimensions shallbe checked, toensureconformance to therequirements.5.4.2 End connectionsRequirementsType testsProduction testsThe following end connections are accepted :¾ flanges in accordance with EN 1092-1,EN 1092-2, prEN 1092-3 ;¾ butt welding ends in accordance withEN 12627 ;¾ wafer type ends suitable for flanges inaccordance with EN 1092-1, EN 1092-2 andprEN 1092-3 ;¾ polyethylene pipe ends in accordance withEN 1555-2 and EN 1555-3 for polyethylenegas distribution system ;¾ threaded ends in accordance with ISO 7-1,type R or Rp.Dimensions shall be checked, toensure conformance to therequirements.Dimensions shallbe checked, toensureconformance to therequirements.5.5 Operability and enduranceRequirementsType testsProduction testsOperabilityWhen operating the valve, the closure direction ofthe operating element shall be clockwise.——The maximum measured operating torque shallbe less than the operating torque specified by themanufacturer.The test, to determine themaximum measured operatingtorque, shall be carried out inaccordance with test method 1of annex B (see B.2.2).—The manual forces to be applied to the operatingelement, as specified in EN 12570, shall be theassumed manual force which one person iscapable of applying, even if the valve is poweroperated.——EnduranceMaterials of the operating mechanism and stopsshall be chosen such that a number of operatingcycles defined in Table 2 can be applied withoutaffecting the leak tightness and operability.The endurance test shall becarried out in accordance withtest method 1 of annex B (seeB.2.3).—SIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)12Table 2 — Number of operating cyclesSize of test valveNumber of operating cyclesUp to DN 100200Equal to and greater than DN 100505.6 Strength of stopsRequirementsType testsProduction testsThe stops shall be designed to resist a maximumstrength torque of at least twice the operatingtorque specified by the manufacturer with aminimum of 150 Nm in the fully open and fullyclosed position of the valve.Requirements shall be verified inaccordance with test method 2of annex B (see B.3).—5.7 Resistance of the obturator to static differential pressureRequirementsType testsProduction testsThe obturator, when in the closed position, shallnot permanently deform when a differentialpressure of 1,5 x pmax is applied across the valve,but not exceeding pmax + 5 bar. After the test,internal and external leak tightness tests shall beperformed successfully.Requirements shall be verified inaccordance with test method 3of annex B (see B.4).—5.8 Bending resistance5.8.1 Metal valves without polyethylene endsRequirementsType testsProduction testsThe valve shall be able to resist any stresstransmitted by the mating components to which itis rigidly secured.When tested in accordance with B.5, thespecified bending moments shall be as given inTable 3.The valve shall be leak tight during the wholebending test. The external leak tightness shallmeet the requirement given in 5.10.The internal leak tightness shall meet therequirement given in 5.11. The leakage rate inaccordance with A.4.3 of EN 12266-1:2003 ispermissible.The manual forces to be applied to the operatingelement, as specified in EN 12570, shall be theassumed manual force which one person iscapable of applying, even if the valve is poweroperated.Requirements shall be verified,in accordance with testmethod 4 of annex B (see B.5).—SIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)13Table 3 — Bending momentsDN a255080100125150200250300350400450500M b5001 0001 5002 2003 2004 8007 20011 00015 00019 00024 00032 00040 000aDN is the nominal diameter.bM is the bending moment in Newton metres.5.8.2 Metal valves with polyethylene endsRequirementsType testsProduction testsThe bending resistance shall be verified inaccordance with the relevant requirements ofEN 1555-4.Requirements shall be verifiedusing test method described inEN 1555-4.—5.9 Shell strengthRequirementsType testsProduction testsThe shell of the valve shall withstand a minimuminternal hydraulic pressure of 1,5 times the pmaxvalue. No permanent deformation or externalleakage, including stem leakage, shall bepermitted.This test shall be carried outbefore any other pressure test.This test is carried out inaccordance with A.2 ofEN 12266-1:2003.This test shall becarried out beforeany other pressuretest. It shall becarried out on eachvalve. This test iscarried out inaccordance withA.2 of EN 12266-1:2003.5.10 External leak tightnessRequirementsType testsProduction testsThe valve shall be leak tight in accordance withA.3 of EN 12266-1:2003 during the test periodspecified under a test pressure of 1,1 x pmax.The test shall be carried out inaccordance with A.3 ofEN 12266-1:2003, with air orinert gas, at the pressure of1,1 x pmax, at the temperaturesta, tmax, and tmin.This test shall becarried out on eachvalve. The testmethod isdescribed in A.3 ofEN 12266-1:2003at the pressure of1,1 x pmax and atthe temperature ta.SIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)145.11 Internal leak tightnessRequirementsType testsProduction testsThe valve shall be leak tight in accordance withleakage rate A of A.4.3 of EN 12266-1:2003during the test period specified, at the pressuresgiven in Table 4, the valve being in the closedposition.The test shall be carried out inaccordance with A.4 ofEN 12266-1:2003, with air orinert gas at the pressuresdefined in Table 4 of thisstandard and at thetemperatures ta, tmax and tmin. Forvalves with double tightnessseals, the requirements shall beverified using the test methoddescribed in B.9.This test shall becarried out on eachvalve. The testmethod isdescribed in A.4 ofEN 12266-1:2003at the pressuresdefined in Table 4and at thetemperature ta.Table 4 — Test pressuresTightness classTest pressures16 mbar and 1,1 x pmax20,5 bar and 1,1 x pmaxNOTEA valve qualified Class 1 is automatically qualifiedClass 2, and not the reverse.5.12 Resistance to liquid agentsRequirementsType testsProduction testsElastomeric components of the valves shallcomply with the relevant standards.After the action of liquid agents, the requirementson internal leak tightness (see 5.11), externalleak tightness (see 5.10), operability andendurance (see 5.5) shall be fulfilled.Requirements shall be verifiedusing test method 5 of annex B(see B.6).—5.13 Resistance to wearRequirementsType testsProduction testsAfter the wear test, the valve functionalrequirements of internal and external leaktightnesses and operability shall remain at thesame values as the initial ones.Requirements shall be verifiedusing test method 6 of annex B(see B.7).—5.14 Reference flow rateRequirementsType testsProduction testsThe reference flow rate is defined in 3.5. Its valuespecified by the manufacturer shall be verified.The manufacturer's value has tobe verified in accordance withtest method 7 of annex B (seeB.8).—SIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)155.15 CleanlinessRequirementsType testsProduction testsIsolating valves shall be clean (e.g. free fromswarf, core-sand and burrs) in all parts.A visual inspection shall becarried out to ensureconformance with therequirements.The requirement isto be verifiedthrough a visualinspection of eachvalve.5.16 StorageRequirementsType testsProduction testsDuring storage, the valve shall be protectedagainst corrosion and ingress of water and dust.—The requirement isto be verifiedthrough a visualinspection of eachvalve.6 MarkingMarking shall be carried out in accordance with EN 19.For all valves, items to be marked on the body of the valve shall be:¾ DN ;¾ PN ;¾ manufacturer's name or trademark (possibly a symbol) ;¾ arrow for direction of flow, if applicable.If required in the specification order, the following indications should be marked on a label:¾ traceability identification ;¾ material designation for pressure containing parts (with EN or ISO reference) ;¾ anti-static design ;¾ coating information.SIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)16Annex A(normative)Analysis of the technical file and recording of the initial conditionsA.1 Analysis of the technical fileBefore the tests are carried out, the samples to be tested shall be consistent with the documents listed in 5.1.2.A.2 Recording of the initial conditionsThe places where the tests are performed shall be recorded.The valve shall be dismantled, or in the case of welded body valves, cut open to examine its condition and itsconformity with the supplied drawings. This examination shall also check the materials used, maintenancerequirements, including the adjustment and greasing operations that may be required during operation.When the examination is completed, the valve shall be photographed.SIST EN 13774:2003



EN 13774:2003 (E)17Annex B(normative)Test methods for valvesB.1 Accuracy of measurements and stabilityAll torques sh
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