Amico Threaded Ball-Valve User Manual

Installation and Maintenance Manual V1.2

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Shut-O Valves and Valve Boxes

Alert-1

Table of Contents

Introduction 3

Medical Facility Responsibility 3

Precautions 3

Installation of Shuto Valves 4

Installation of Valve Boxes 5

Maintenance 6

Repair Kit Part Numbers 7

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Introduction

Amico Shuto Valves are used to stop the ow of medical gas or vacuum in the medical gas distribution pipeline in cases
of emergency or maintenance.

Valve Boxes must be installed to enclose the shuto valves when the valves are located in areas accessible to
unauthorized personnel.

The installation and maintenance should be conducted in accordance with the following standards:

• NFPA 99

• CSA Z7396.1

Medical Facility Responsibility

Amico Shuto Valves and Valve Boxes will perform in conformity with the descriptions contained in this manual and
accompanying labels and/or inserts when assembled, operated, maintained and repaired in accordance with the
instructions provided.

Shuto Valves must be inspected periodically. A defective product should not be used. Parts that are broken, missing,
plainly worn, distorted or contaminated should be replaced immediately. Should such repairs or replacements become
necessary, please contact your local distributor.

Precautions

In this manual, notice the key words:

WARNING: used to denote steps which can prevent injury.

NOTE: used to point out helpful information.

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Installation of Shuto Valves

1. Shuto Valves should be installed with handles pointing downstream for pressurized gases and upstream
(towards the terminal or inlet side) for vacuum.

2. Before brazing, wrap wet rags around the tube extensions next to the valves to prevent overheating and possible
damage to the valve seals. Connect copper tubing to the valve extensions using brazing materials and methods in
accordance with NFPA 99 or CSA Z7396.1. Once valve extensions are cool, remove rags.

3. Test the systems (as per appropriate standards) to ensure that the intended gas and vacuum services are
connected to the appropriate lines.

WARNING: Misconnection of gases could lead to serious or fatal injury of patients. Following initial installation of
shuto valves, make certain that the intended services are correctly connected to the appropriate service lines.

4. Test the system for leaks (as per appropriate standards).

NOTE: Do not install the gauges before the leak test. Excessive pressure can damage the gauge. Pressure in the
system will increase or decrease with uctuations in temperature.

If no leaks are found, gauges (purchased separately) can be installed, if required. Pipe sealants should comply with
requirements of NFPA 99 or CSA Z7396.1. Use care if applying pipe sealants. Pipe sealants should not enter the valve
cavity and interior tube surfaces that are exposed to medical gas ow and vacuum services. Properly applied Teon tape
is an alternative to pipe sealants. Check Shuto Valve handle operation for proper clearance from gauge (if installed).

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Installation of Valve Boxes

The Amico Valve Box is shipped in one container holding two separate packages. One package contains the valve box,
valves and gauges (if required). The other package contains the window and the frame assembly.

1. Recessed Valve Box: The rough-in of the valve box arrives with a cardboard shield covering its front. You will need
to remove the cardboard shield to install the rough-in and perform the pressure test, but it should be repositioned
to protect the valves while the walls are being nished. Anchor the valve box rough-in to the studs so that the
front edge will be ush or slightly recessed with the nished wall. The recommended mounting is 66" (1676 mm)
from the top of the valve box to the nished oor.

NOTE: The Shuto Valve handles should be installed to point downstream for pressurized gases.

2. Before brazing, remove box plugs. As they could melt during brazing, wrap wet rags around the tube extensions
next to the valves to prevent overheating and possible damage to the valve seals. Connect copper tubing to the
valve extensions (outside the valve box) using brazing methods and materials in accordance with NFPA 99 or CSA
Z7396.1. Once valve extensions are cool, remove rags.

3. Test the system (as per appropriate standards) to ensure that the intended gas and vacuum services are
connected to the appropriate lines.

WARNING: Misconnection of the gases could lead to serious or fatal injury of patients. Following the initial
installation of shuto valves, make certain that the intended services are correctly connected to the appropriate
service lines.

4. Test the system for leaks (as per appropriate standards).

NOTE: Do not install the gauges before the leak test. Excessive pressure can damage the gauge. Pressure in the
system will increase or decrease with uctuations in temperature.

If no leaks are found, install gauges (if required). Pipe sealants should comply with the requirements of NFPA 99 or CSA
Z7396.1. Use care if applying pipe sealants. Pipe sealants should not enter the valve cavity and interior tube surfaces that
are exposed to medical gas ow and vacuum services. Properly applied Teon tape is an alternative to pipe sealants.
Check Shuto Valve handle operation for proper clearance from gauge (if installed).

5. Mark the areas controlled by each valve on the labels enclosed. Attach the labels to the label holders.

WARNING: Make certain that the proper label coincides with the valve it describes and is positioned on the label
holder so that it can be easily read.

6. Recessed Valve Boxes: After the wall is nished, remove the cardboard shield (keep screws). Remove the window
by pulling the ring towards you and attach the aluminum frame to the valve box with the No. 6 metal screws
provided. Then put the window back in place.

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Maintenance

Operate shuto valves periodically and repair them if seals tend to stick or leak. Notify all appropriate personnel before
shutting o any gas supply.

WARNING: To protect the lives of patients, always notify the appropriate medical facility sta before shutting
o the supply of medical gas or vacuum through a shuto valve. Do not close shuto valves except in cases of
emergency or maintenance.

Clean the exterior of the valve boxes routinely with soap and water. Strong solvents may damage the Lexan window.

Authorized hospital personnel should close shuto valves in the event of re, explosion or damage to the pipeline
systems or equipment.

In Valve Boxes, the Shuto Valve handles become accessible after the window has been removed from the valve box.
To remove the window, grasp the ring and pull outwards. Turn valve handle towards you to shut o the ow of gas or
vacuum.

Zone Valves have a swingout design body which makes changing the internal components of the ball valve easier.

All Valve bodies can be accessed by loosening all bolts and nuts and removing only one bolt. At this point the valve body
can be swung out for servicing.

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Repair Kit Part Numbers

Part Number Size Repair Kit Consists of the Following:

V-X-RK-USV-05 1/2” A) O-Ring

V-X-RK-USV-07 3/4” B) Teon Seat

V-X-RK-USV-10 1”

V-X-RK-USV-12 1-1/4”

V-X-RK-USV-15 1-1/2”

V-X-RK-USV-20 2”

V-X-RK-USV-25 2-1/2”

V-X-RK-USV-30 3"

V-X-RK-USV-40 4"

A

B

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