User Guide

11) With the ball in the closed position, thread the retainer into the body and
torque to manufacturing specification to secure the body joint. Tighten to the
torque values shown in the table below.
12) Cycle the valve to the open position and verify proper operation and alignment
of handle and/or mechanism.
Note: Always test valve and system before putting the system into service.
Table 1: Torque Requirements
Gland Nut Torque
(+ or – 10%)
(ft-lb)
Retainer Torque
(+ or – 10%)
(ft-lb)
Valve Size
Gland Nut Torque
(+ or – 10%)
(ft-lb)
Retainer Torque
(+ or – 10%)
(ft-lb)
10 - 12 13 1/4" - 3/8"
12 - 18
13
10 - 12 16 1/2"
12 - 18 16
15 - 20 42 3/4"
20 - 25 42
15 - 20 63 1"
20 - 25 63
35 - 40 130 1-1/4"
61-100
130
35 - 40 199 1-1/2"
61-100
199
35 - 40 282 2"
61-100
282
35 - 40 686 2-1/2"
61-100
681
35 - 40 905 3"
61-100
905
35 - 40 1849 4"
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BRONZE
STEEL
PARTS ILLUSTRATION
STEM
NUT
GLAND SCREW
STEM PACKING
STEM BEARING
SEAT
BALL
RETAINER
BODY
HANDLE
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3 – WAY DIVERSION BALL VALVES
70600, 70900 and 76600 SERIES
INSTALLATION, OPERATION, & MAINTENANCE GUIDE
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