This operating manual includes instructions to assemble and operate the valve in the prescribed and
safe way. Additionally, the adeqaute operating instructions (BTA) of each special solenoid drive must be considered.
Series MG... 220.100.038
Series MG...X 220.100.040
Series MG…Xme 220.100.039
If any difficulties appear that can not be solved by means of the operation instructions, further
information may be demanded from the manufacturer.
This operating manual is in accordance with the relevant valid EN safety standards and the valid
prescriptions and rules of the Federal Republic of Germany.If the solenoids are used abroad of the
FRG, the operator and/or the person who is responsible for the plant concept must take care that the
valid national rules are met.The manufacturer reserves the right of any technical change and
improvement.The use of these operating instructions suppose the qualification of the user according to
paragraph 2.3 “qualified staff”.
The operating staff must be trained in accordance with the operating instructions. The operating
manual must always be available at the location where used.
Details to the electrical data can be found on the type signand the adeqaute operating instructions of
the solenoid valves.
1.2 Application
The UNI Geräte Gas – Solenoid valves 40/55-EVF..NH.Ü.. are used as automatic safety shut-off
valves for protection, limitation, shut-off and release of gas and air supply at main stops of in front of
gas burners. e.g. to DIN EN 13611, DIN 3394-1 and DIN EN 16678..
The valves are suitable for gases of the 1
st
, 2nd and 3rd gas families to G260 and for neutral gases and
as a variant with material design for aggressive gases such as e.g. biogas, sewage plant gas or dump
gas to G262.
If used in other cases, the operator must carefully check if construction/design of valve, accessories
and materials are suitable for the new application. The range of application is subject to the
responsibility of the plant planner. The service life of the valve is 20 years.
2.0 Danger Notices
2.1 Safety terms
The signal terms DANGER, CAUTION und NOTICE are used in this operating manual in case of
notices concerning special dangers, or for unusal information requiring a special marking.
DANGER! means that in case of non-observance there is danger to life and/or
considerable damage.
CAUTION! means that in case of non-observance there is danger of injury and/or
damage.
NOTICE! means that attention is drawn to technical correlations/connections.
Observance of other, not especially marked notices concerning transport, assembly, operation and
maintenance and other data (in the operating manual, product documentation and at the unit itself) is
also essential, in order to avoid disturbances that might affect direct or indirect damage to property or
injury to persons.
2.2 Safety notice
Non observance of safety instructions can lead to loss of any claim for damages.
Non observance can lead to the following mentioned dangers:
Failure of important functions of the valve/plant
Endangering of persons by electrical or mechanical influences.
Protection against accidental contact for moving parts may not be removed as long as the
valve is in operation.
Leakage of dangerous media (e.g. explosive, toxic, hot) must be removed in the way that
there is no danger for persons or environment. Laws and regulations must be observed.
2.3 Qualified staff
These are persons who are familiar with erection, assembly, starting, operation and maintenance of
the product and who have special qualifications acc. to their activities and functions, e.g.:
Instruction and obligation to carry out and meet all regional and in-house orders and
requirements.
Education or instruction according to the safety engineering standards in use and
maintenance of adequate safety and working protection equipment.
Training in first aid.
2.4 Unauthorized modification and spare part production
Modification or changes of the valve are only allowed after agreement of the manufacturer. Original
drawings and accessories authorized by the manufacturer are for safety purposes. The use of other
parts or unauthorized constructive changes at the valve by third persons may cancel and abolish the
manufacturere’s liability for resulting consequences.
2.5 Unauthorized operation
Operational reliability of the delivered valve is only guaranteed in case of determined use in
accordance to paragraph 1 of the operating manual. The application limits mentioned on the type
sign may on no account be exceeded.
2.6 Safety information for the use in explosion-prone areas guideline 94/9/EC
The temperature of the medium must not exceed the respective temperature class, and
respectively, the respective maximum permitted medium temperature as per operation
guideline.
If the valve is heated (e.g. heating jacket), care must be taken, that the specified temperature
class is kept in the time.
The valve must be connected to the ground.
In the case most simple this can be realized via pipe screws by means of tooth disc.
Otherwise the connection to the ground must be implemented by other measures e.g. cable
links.
Control valves, electrical and electrical/mechanical drives as well as sensors must undergo a
separate conformity check as per ATEX. In doing so the respective safety and explosion
protection information in the operation instructions are to taken into special consideration.
Any modifications whatsoever to the valve are not allowed. The ATEX approval is void with
immediate effect if the valve is modified without prior authorisation (even including painting).
UNI-Geräte GmbH must be consulted before any modifications are made.
Furthermore we point out the guideline 95/C332/06(ATEX 118a), which include the minimum
regulations for the improvement of the health-related situation and the safety of the employees, who
might be jeopardized by an explosive atmosphere.
3.0 Handling
3.1 Transport
For any transport works, the generally recognised technical rules and standards as well as rules for
prevention of accidents must be observed.
In case of transport, storage and stopping, the flange protection caps must be mounted at both valve
flanges.
The goods to be transported must be carefully treated. During transport, the valve must be protected
against strokes, impacts or vibration. The coat of lacquer may not be damaged. Transport temperature
is –20°C up to +60°C.
Never transport the valve at screwed cable glands, appliance plugs or add-on units. The valve
can be transported at ring nuts, flange borings or by means of a belt under the solenoid drive.
Transport the valve in a case or on a pallet with smooth base and put it softly on plain floor. Never put
the valve on limit switch box.
The goods must be checked on completeness and transport damage. See also section 9.0
If the valve is not installed immediately after delivery, it must be stored properly.
Storage temperature -20°C up to +60°C, dry and clean.
The lacquering protects against corrosion in neutral dry atmosphere. Do not damage colour.
In humid rooms, a drying agent or a heating resp. is necessary because of condensation of
water.
Requirements according to DIN 7716 (products made of caoutchouc and rubber) must be met.
3.3 Handling before mounting
In case of valve with protection caps, they must be removed before being mounted!
Protect against atmospheric influences such as humidity.
Appropriate treatment protects against damage.
4.0 Product Description
The UNI-Geräte Gas-solenoid valves of the series 40/55-EVF…NH.Ü.. are directly controlled
currentless closed shut-off valves with fast shut-off function as per DIN EN 13611, DIN 3394-1 and
DIN EN 16678 with solenoid valve.
Sectional drawing 11.1 Fig. in Fig. 1 show the valve construction.
4.1 Function
On switching on of the solenoid drive (800) the solenoid core (207) is pulled against the upper part of
housing (106). The pressure spring (503) is further prestressed and the valve disk (200) opens the
valve cross section. The valve is open.
On shutting off, supply interruption or supply failure the valve closes to the solenoid drive. The valve
disk (200) closes due to the pre-stress of the pressure spring (503). The valve is closed.
The type sign on the solenoid drive has the following information:
Fabricator
Valve type, nominal width, pressure and temperature indication, fitting position
Year of construction/ production no.
Product ID No.
Valve class and valve group acc. to DIN EN 16678, DIN 3394-1
No. of relevant location to 97/23/EC
Fluid group and test pressure PT to 97/23/EC
Solenoid drive type
Electr. performance
Voltage
Frequency
Protection type
When using solenoid drives for x-protection zone 1 refer to information in the valid operating
instructions.
Refer also to section 10.0.
5.0 Installation
5.1 Warning of dangers during installation, operation and maintenance
DANGER!
Safe operation of the valve can only be guaranteed if it is installed, commissioned
and maintained by qualified personnel (see point 2.3 “Qualified staff“) correctly and
in observance of the warnings in this operating manual. Apart from that, the
operation safety order and the qualified use of tools and protection equipment must
be guaranteed. The operating instructions for the valve must be observed during all
work on or with the valve. Failure to observe these instructions may result in injury
or in damage to the valve or other installations.
When the valve is used as a final sealing element, a safety precaution e.g. blanking disc, blind flange,
etc., in accordance with the code of practice of the German Technical and Scientific Association for
Gas and Water (DVGW) is recommended during all repair work.
5.2 Installation
Apart from the general installation guidelines, the following points should be observed:
NOTICE!
Remove the flange covers.
The inside of the valve and the pipeline must be free from foreign particles.
Observe the installation position in relation to the flow direction, see markings
on the valve.
Centre gaskets between the flanges.
The connecting flanges must be aligned.
Ensure that none of the components is strained during installation.
The valve must not be used as a fixed point; it is supported by the pipework
system.
Protect valves from soiling, particularly during construction work.
Thermal expansion of the pipework must be equalized using compensators.
NOTICE!
Please observe the solenoid drive operating instructions (BTA).
Before commissioning a new installation or before starting up an installation again
after repairs or modifications, ensure:
The proper completion of all installation and assembly work!
Commissioning only by “qualified staff” (see point 2.3).
Installation or repair of existing guards and protection equipment.
6.1 Commissioning
Before commissioning, check the data on material, pressure, temperature and flow direction
with the layout plan of the pipework system.
Depending on the field of application, the local regulations have to be observed, e.g. the
operation safety order.
Residues in the pipework and the valve (dirt, weld beads, etc.) will inevitably result in leaks.
Leakage inspection of the installed valve.
6.2 Shutting down
Depending on the field of application, the local regulations have to be observed, e.g. the
operation safety order.
6.3 Maintenance
Solenoid valves have to be checked at regular intervals for proper function and internal leak tightness.
The intervals for regular inspections have to be defined by the operator according to the operating
conditions. UNI-Geräte recommends an internal visual inspection once a year and an overhaul of the
valve after 2 years or after the following number of switching cycles at the latest:
Application
temperature
≤ 25°C
> 25°C
Repair or maintenance works at the manufacturing company (UNI- Geräte)
Valves and fittings must be delivered clean and free from substances which are harmful to
health or to the environment
6.4 Putting back into operation
When putting a valve back into operation, ensure that all the necessary steps described in section 5.2
(Installation) and section 6.1 (Commissioning) are repeated.
DN ≤ 25 ≤ DN 80 ≤ DN 150 > DN 150
150 000 75 000 25 000 20 000
50 000 25 000 25 000 5 000
7.0 Troubleshooting
7.1 Detection of defects
DANGER!
Be sure to observe the safety instructions during troubleshooting.
If the malfunctions cannot be remedied using the following “Troubleshooting plan (7.2)” please
contact the manufacturer.
In the event of faults in the function or operating behaviour of the valve, check whether the installation
work was carried out and completed as described in this operating manual.
Depending on the field of application, the operation safety order must be observed.
Check the data on material, pressure, temperature, voltage and flow direction with the layout plan of
the pipework system. In addition, check whether the operating conditions correspond to the technical
data in the data sheet or on the rating plate.
7.2 Troubleshooting plan
Malfunction Possible causes Remedy
No flow Valve does not open Switch on solenoid drive (800)
Check operating voltage
Working pressure too high Compare working pressure with the data
on the rating plate
Flange covers were not removed Remove flange covers
Low flow rate Clogging in the pipework system Check pipework system
Valve leaking at seat,
no internal tightness
Valve seat gasket (400) or valve seat
(100) damaged by external particles
See section 8 replace valve
No external tightness Gaskets damaged See section 8 replace valve
Valve does not close Connected voltage too high Check whether there is residual voltage,
see section 4.1
Flange fracture (valve/
pipework)
Screws not tightened uniformly, mating
flanges not aligned
Align pipework.
Install new valve
NOTICE!
Observe section 10.0 before all installation and repair work!
Observe section 6.4 when putting the valve back into operation!
8.0 Dismantling of the Valve
In addition to the general installation guidelines and the operation safety order, the following points
must also be observed:
DANGER!
Depressurised pipework system
Cooled medium
Emptied installation
Vent pipework systems containing corrosive, inflammable, aggressive or toxic
media
Have dismantling work carried out only by qualified staff (see point 2.3)
Switch limit switch (803) to zero-potential. Open limit switch housing (120). Loosen
hexagon nut (901/2) and screw it off and remove it together with switch actuator
(513) from the limit switch spindle (243). Loosen hexagon nut (901/3) and remove
it. Take off the limit switch housing (120) with terminal box (716) from the limit
switch connection piece (246). Remove connecting piece limit switch (246) from
solenoid housing (800).
Switch off and dismantle the solenoid drive (800) as described in the operating manual of the solenoid
drive.
DANGER!
After continuous operation, the solenoid drive may be hot! Danger of burns!
Scope and period of the warranty is specified in the edition of the “General Terms of Business of the
UNI-Geräte E. Mangelmann Elektrotechnische Fabrik GmbH” valid at the time of delivery or else in the
purchase agreement.
We warranty that the valve is free from faults in line with the state of the art and for the confirmed field
of application.
No warranty claims will be accepted for damage resulting from improper use or failure to observe
these operating and installation instructions, the statutory accident prevention regulations, the EN, DIN
and VDE standards and other codes and regulations.
Warranty claims will also not be accepted for damage occurring during operation due to operating
conditions deviating from those specified in the data sheet or in other agreements.
Justified complaints will be remedied by reworking by us or specialist companies authorised by us.
Claims going beyond the scope of the warranty will not be accepted. The customer shall have no right
to the supply of a replacement valve.
Maintenance work, installation of parts from other manufacturers, any modifications to the design and
natural wear are not covered by the warranty.
Transport damage must be reported not to us but without delay to your responsible goods handling
company, the railway company or the shipping agent as otherwise all claims for damages against
these companies will be voided.
10.0 Explanations on Codes and Directives
The Commission of the European Union has laid down common directives for the free trading of
goods within the Union specifying minimum requirements for safety and health protection. The CE
symbol confirms that products comply with the EU directives, i.e. in conformity with the relevant, in
particular harmonised standards. Directives 97/23/EC are of relevance for the gas solenoid valve
(mechanical part).
Notes on Directive 97/23/EG (Pressure Equipment Directive, PED):
It has been conformed that the quality assurance in design control, manufacture and final acceptance
of the manufacturer, UNI-Geräte E. Mangelmann Elektrotechnische Fabrik GmbH, satisfy the requirements of 97/23/EC Annex III Module H. The gas solenoid valves comply with the fundamental requirements of Directive 97/23/EC. Valves with permissible working pressures ≤ 0.5 bar, DN ≤ 25 and all
products certified in accordance with category I and with 94/396/EEC are not covered by 97/23/EC.
Only products covered by DGRL and classified in category I or higher may be marked in accordance
with 97/23/EC. Fluid group 1 includes explosive, inflammable and toxic media. Fluid group 2 includes
media not belonging to fluid group 1.
Note concerning ex-guideline 94/9/EC (explosion guideline ATEX):
The product is not subject to guideline 94/9/EC, since due to the loads occurring during practical
operation, there is no effective source of ignition even in case of an error case to be assumed. This
also applies for spring-loaded components, in gas-filled rooms. In case of electric drives, sensors or
other electric components the application as per 94/9/EC is to be checked separately.