INLET SYSTEM

INLET AIR SHUT-OFF VALVE

DESCRIPTION

The inlet air shut-off valve uses a rotating ‘butterfly’ type valve to provide intake air shut-off and
employs a free-flow design which provides very low pressure drop, to avoid any loss in engine
shaft horsepower.

The valve actuator is pressurized to open the valve. Loss of air pressure causes the valve to
close via spring action. It is suitable for remote resetting or inclusion in automatic starting
sequences from pneumatic control systems. It also acts as a safety device to prevent engine
operation in the event of a broken pressure line or leaking connection.

Pneumatic Actuator
Minimum Actuation Pressure = 310 kPa (45 psi)
Recommended Actuation Pressure = 414 – 525
kPa (60 – 80 psi)
Maximum Actuation Pressure = 690 kPa (100
psi)

Butterfly Valve (Closed position)

Safety Control Operator

Adjustable Trip Pressure = 34 - 275 kPa (45 psi)
Maximum Pressure on Diaphragm = 1170 kPa
(100 psi)

INSTALLATION

The air flow direction is marked on the valve body and must be strictly adhered to.

Before installation, ensure that any packing material is blown well clear of all components.

The control pipework connections on the valve actuator are made with pipe thread fittings. 1/4"
o/d tubing is the minimum size recommended for air or gas, 5/16” o/d is the recommended
minimum for short lengths of lube oil line; while 3/8” o/d may be required for longer lengths
(especially in cold weather operation). Any scale, dirt, tubing chips, etc. must be removed from
the fitting and tubing before they are connected to the valve actuator. Ensure all tubing and hose
connections are tightened securely to avoid leakage and apply a good quality thread sealant (e.g.
Loctite Pipe Sealant) to the threaded pipe connections. This sealant must not be permitted to
enter the valve actuator passages.

Teflon thread sealing tape may be used, but the tape must not be applied in a manner that
enables shreds of tape to enter the valve actuator.

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Tel: +44(0) 1273 466200.
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MAINTENANCE

Properly applied and installed, Intake Air Shut-off Valves require minimal maintenance. A careful
visual inspection of the valve must be carried out at monthly intervals.

An engine shutdown test must also be carried at monthly intervals to ensure correct valve
operation.

The valve ‘O’ ring(s) and valve shafts need not be serviced.

If it is necessary to replace the ‘O’ ring within the valve due to wear, damage or hardness:

i) Remove the valve actuator and rotate the disc through 180° from its normal closed
position.
ii) Remove the ‘O’ ring and replace.
iii) Reverse this sequence to re-assemble the valve.

Periodically, apply a suitable light grease (e.g. Dow Corning MS$ or equivalent) to the ‘O’ ring in
the periphery of the butterfly plate and to the mating conical surface inside the casting.

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Pyroban Ltd, Endeavour Works, Dolphin Rd, Shoreham-by-Sea
West Sussex. BN43 6QG. United Kingdom.
Tel: +44(0) 1273 466200.