SCHOONHOVEN THE NETHERLANDS

BAAI
Gas Pressure Regulating System
R100S - (M)
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

Gorter Controls B.V.

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THE NETHERLANDS
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Contents
Page:

1. Technical specifications 4
1.1 System components 4
1.2 Area of application 4
1.3 Type indication system components 6
1.4 Technical specifications regulating system 8
1.5 Technical specifications regulators 9
1.6 Technical specifications pilot P095-xPS 11
1.7 Technical specifications acceleration pilot AP095-xP 12

2. Principal of operating 13

2.1 General 13
2.2 Principal of single stage pressure reduction system 13
2.3 Principal of wide-open monitor regulating system 15

3. Installation 16

3.1 Connection signal lines 16

3.2 Some remarks 18

4. Operation regulating system 19

4.1 Commissioning notes (Single stage pressure reduction system) 19

4.2 Commissioning notes (Wide-open monitor regulating system) 22
4.3 Recommendations choice of setpoints 26
4.4 Taking out of operation for servicing purposes 26
4.5 Commissioning ‘pre-set’ regulating line 26
4.6 Putting stand-by (seasonal demand) 27
4.7 Adjusting stabiliser pressure / auxiliary pressure 27
4.8 Exchanging setpoint spring P095 27
4.9 Periodic function test 28
4.10 Increase of the outlet pressure at zero demand 28

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5. Maintenance 29

5.1 General 29
5.1.1 Life and types of maintenance work 29
5.1.2 Maintenance requirements 29
5.1.3 General maintenance regulations 29
5.2 Disassembly and assembly 30
5.2.1 General 30
5.2.2 Disassembly and assembly pilot 30
5.2.3 Disassembly and assembly regulator and monitor 30
Appendix A 31
Appendix B 32
5.3 Off-line tightness test pilot 33
5.4 In-line tightness test pilot 33
5.5 Spare-part sets 34
5.5.1 General 34
5.5.2 Spare-part set P095 34
5.5.3 Spare-part set AP095 34
5.5.4 Spare-part sets R100S(M) 34
5.6 P095 MPS/HPS 35
5.6.1 Partslist P095 MPS/HPS 37
5.7 AP095 MP/HP 38
5.7.1 Partslist AP095 MP/HP 39
5.8 R100S (M) 1" 41
5.8.1 Partslist R100S(M) 1" 43
5.9 R100S (M) 2"t/m 8" 44
5.9.1 Partslist R100S(M) 2" t/m 8" 46

6. Failures 47

While great care has been taken in composing the text and illustrations, Gorter Controls B.V. does not accept liability for
any inaccuracies.

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1. Technical specifications

1.1 System components

Active regulating system:
Gas pressure regulator BAAI-R100S
Pilot (also called pressure control regulator) BAAI P095-xPS-y

Monitor regulator system:

Monitor regulator execution BAAI-R100S-M
Pilot (also called pressure control regulator) BAAI P095-xPS-y
Acceleration pilot BAAI AP095-xP-y (optional)

1.2 Area of application

Gas pressure regulating and metering installations for inlet pressures up to 100 bar, where high demands
are set for reliability in operation as well as regulating precision. Both active regulating and the monitor
regulator system are medium controlled.

Besides its application in transport and distribution systems, the BAAI regulating system is especially suitable
for gas pressure reduction at end users where a combination of stability and a high speed of response is
required at a strongly varying demand pattern.

In addition, the regulating system is highly suitable in those situations where a very small pressure drop
across the installation is required. This often concerns bottlenecks in the transport and distribution network.
The BAAI basic regulating system requires less than 0.5 bar pressure difference to be able to function.
Moreover, the system has a high regulating precision, enabling pressure equation within an installation to be
kept within limits. A predictive calculation or simulation may be made for critical situations.

Because of its unique construction, the silent execution of the regulating system is especially suitable for
situations where high demands are set to the level of acoustic pressure and/or capacity. If required, Gorter
Controls B.V. can make a predictive calculation of the acoustic pressure level belonging to the process
conditions concerned. The monitor regulator system may also be supplied in a silent execution.

The addition of a monitor regulator to the system ensures greater operational reliability combined with
overpressure protection. If the active regulating system open fails, the monitor regulator takes over pressure
control and the gas supply is not cut off like with safety valves. The acceleration pilot is used in those cases
when quick take-over is required. The pilot for a monitor regulator is the same as for the active regulator.

Both the active and monitor regulators are gas controlled regulators where regulation consists of a direct
solid regulating circuit and an indirect regulating circuit which realises high regulating precision because of its
integrating action.

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Applications of the P095

The most common application, however, is its use as a pressure control regulator (pilot) for its own medium-
controlled gas pressure reducing devices. The P095-xPS is optimised for use with a BAAI R100S(M) gas
pressure regulator but experience has taught that it also functions extremely well on other types (makes) of gas
pressure regulators. The BAAI P095-xPS is suitable for inlet pressures up to 100 bar and controlled outlet
pressures up to 60 bar.

Other applications are:

A
The BAAI P095-xPS as a two-stage gas pressure regulator with a small capacity suitable for inlet pressures up
to 100 bar and controlled outlet pressures up to 60 bar.

B
The BAAI P095-xP as a 1-stage regulator without stabiliser with as its function limitation regulator or as a
working monitor acceleration pilot.

The limitation regulator serves to limit the flow in a gas pressure reducing device and to prevent overloading of a
turbine gas meter.

The working monitor acceleration pilot serves to take over the function of the regulator in a working monitor
arrangement at the instant it fails open. The working monitor arrangement consists of an active monitor which
takes care of the initial pressure reduction and a regulator which finally regulates the required outlet pressure.

C
An execution with pneumatic, or electronic, drive is also available, thus allowing for the possibility of remotely
adjusting the setpoint. The type indication of this execution is PL095-xPS.

You may contact Gorter Controls B.V. for a fuller description of A, B and C applications. This documentation is
aimed at the main use of the P095 only, that is as a pressure control regulator.

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1.3 Type indication system components

Active regulator

R100 S - DN - P

Pressure rating

Nominal
diameter

Silent
execution

Basic type

Example: R100S-4”-600

A silent execution of the BAAI gas pressure regulator with a nominal diameter of 4” and belonging to
pressure rating ANSI 600

Monitor regulator

R100 S - M - DN - P

Pressure rating

Nominal
diameter

Monitor indication

Silent
execution

Basic type

Example: R100S-M-4”-600

A silent execution of the BAAI monitor regulator with a nominal diameter of 4” and belonging to pressure
rating ANSI 600

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Pilot

P095 – x PS

Stabiliser = auxiliary pressure regulator (first pressure reduction stage)

Pilot (second pressure reduction stage)

Pressure range
M : Medium pressure range from 0.5 to 12 bar
H : High pressure range from 8 to 60 bar

Basic type indication

Example:
P095-MPS

A pilot with stabiliser for a pressure range up to 12 bar, carried out with a breather opening to the
environment and a connection for a breather pipe and an extra seal at the adjusting screw (if unacceptable,
in case of diaphragm fracture, that a small flow runs into the arrangement space).

Acceleration pilot:

AP095 - xP

Pressure range
M : Medium pressure range from 0.5 to 12 bar
H : High pressure range from 8 to 60 bar

Basic type indication

Example:
AP095-MP

An acceleration pilot for a pressure range up to 12 bar , carried out with a breather opening to the
environment and a connection for a breather pipe and an extra seal at the adjusting screw (if unacceptable,
in case of diaphragm fracture, that a small flow runs into the arrangement space).

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1.4 Technical specifications regulating system

Pressure category regulators : ANSI 300 \ ANSI 600***
Pressure category pilots : ANSI 600 \ PN 100
Nominal diameter regulators : ½” up to 8” ****
Range stabiliser pressure pilots : Po + 2.0 bar up to Po + 6.0 bar
Inlet pressure : up to 100 bar
Outlet pressure range (Wh) : from 0.5 to 60 bar
Operating temperature : -20° to +60°C
Ambient temperature : -30° to +80°C
Design : acc. DIN3380, EN334
Maintenance interval : approx. 4 years under normal
operating conditions **

Regulating character : direct + indirect

Failing behaviour at main diaphragm fracture : fail to close, spring closing
(FO at request)
Minimum required pressure difference across
regulating system for proper operation : 0.5 bar

Classification according to EN334:

precision category closing pressure category closing pressure zone

Po < 1bar AC5 SG10 SZ=5 *)

Po < 3 bar AC5 SG10 SZ=5 *)
Po >= 3bar AC1* SG5* SZ=5 *)

*) values are given for standard configuration of pilot/regulator and test rig acc.EN334

Classification according to DVGW (DIN3380):

DVGW registration numbers : NG-4301AU0385

precision category closing pressure category

Po <3 bar RG5 SG10

Po >= 3bar RG1 SG2,5

*
Precision depends on process conditions.
High precisions are only guaranteed for applications with a wide temperature range and temperatures far below
0° C if the pilots are heated.

**
Clean and dry natural gas without constituents damaging to the materials used.

***
Other pressure categories are available on request.

****
Älso available: 12" x 10"

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1.5 Technical specifications regulators

Capacity

To determine the capacity, the following formulas may be used:

13.94 Po
Qn = .Cg . ( Pi − Po).Po if ≥ 0.5
d (Te + 273) Pi

6.97 Po
Qn = .Cg.Pi if < 0.5
d (Te + 273) Pi

with
Qn = flow rate in mn3/h
Pi = inlet pressure in bara
Po = outlet pressure in bara
Cg = capacity rate in mn3/(h.bar)
d = relative density (air=1)
Te = temperature gas in the inlet side of the regulator
ρn = gas density under normal conditions (with T=273 Kelvin)

To natural gas with ρn =0.83 kg/m^3 applies: d= 0.643

To gasses other than natural gas applies: d= ρngas / 1.29

In the above formula, the Cg value of the combination monitor regulator and active regulator should be filled in.
This value (Cg_tot) can be calculated as follows:

1
Cg _ tot = 2 2
⎛ 1 ⎞ ⎛ 1 ⎞
⎜⎜ ⎟⎟ + ⎜⎜ ⎟⎟
⎝ Cg _ regulating valve ⎠ ⎝ Cg _ monitor ⎠

For the Cg values specific to device and diameter, the values shown in the table below may be used.

Nominal diameter R100\R100-M R100S\R100S-M

1" 400 370
2" 2000 1210
3" 4000 2800
4" 6760 4970
6" 14400 10100
8" 27100 19700

Table 1: Cg values regulators of the R100 series

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Dimensions & weight

Figure 1 dimensional drawing regulators R100S/R100S-M

DN A B C L Weight
Cl.300 Cl.600
1” 400 230 95 216 50 50
2” 540 290 120 292 93 95
3” 640 350 150 356 157 160
4” 725 430 175 432 270 280
6” 980 625 250 559 661 690
8” 1210 655 310 660 910 950

Table 2: dimensions and weight regulators R100S / R100S-M

Dimensions are in mm and weight in kg.

Materials regulators

Pressurised parts : A216-WCB (1” S355J2G3)

3.1B certified
Guides : CuZn
Other internal components : Mainly steel (SS trim on request)
Diaphragm : NBR with nylon insert
O-rings : FPM and NBR

Execution of the regulating system for corrosive media on request.

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1.6 Technical specifications pilot P095

Setpoint range stabiliser pressure: Po +2 to Po +6 bar

Setpoint range outlet pressure:

Art.number Range (MPS) barg Colour

8501114123240 0.5 - 2.5 blue
850523ST12660 1.5 - 5.0 green
850523ST12670 3.0 -11.0 blue
850523ST12680 5.0 -13.0 red
850523ST12690 7.0 -15.0 yellow

Art.number Range (HPS) barg Colour

850523ST12660 8 - 20 green
850523ST12670 12 - 45 blue
850523ST12680 22 - 52 red
850523ST12690 28 - 60 yellow

Table 3: setpoint range pilot P095-xPS (x=‘M’or x=‘H’)

If the required setpoint lies in the overlapping range between two springs, it is recommended to take the spring
with the lowest setpoint range. This way maximum regulating precision is achieved. This also applies in the
event that the required Po lies in the overlapping range of the two pilot types MPS and HPS. In this case it is
recommended to opt for the MPS execution. As far as construction is concerned, the MPS and HPS types only
differ in their diaphragm package, which makes it easy to alter a MPS into a HPS type and vice versa.

Weight: approx. 8 kg

Dimensions:

Figure 2: dimensional drawing P095-xPS

NB. distance 125 to pressure gauge only applies to standard execution with steel couplings

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Properties: : non bleed

suitable for air to open regulating systems

Materials:

Pressurised parts : S355J2G3, 3.1B certified

Guides : CuZn
Internal components : Mainly X10CrNiS
Diaphragm : NBR with nylon insert
O-rings : FPM and NBR

1.7 Technical specifications acceleration pilot AP095-Xp

Setpoint range response pressure: see table 3.

Weight : approx. 5 kg

Dimensions:

figure 3: dimensional drawing AP095-xP

Materials:

Pressurised parts : S355J2G3, 3.1B certified

Guides : CuZn
Internal components : Mainly X10CrNiS
Diaphragm : NBR with nylon insert
O-rings : FPM and NBR

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2. Principal of operating
2.1 General
The entire regulating system consists of an active regulator with pilot (R100S + P095), a monitor regulator
with pilot (R100S-M + P095) and, if required, an acceleration pilot (AP095-xP).

As far as construction is concerned, the monitor regulator and active regulator are practically identical with
the exception of the valve system which is balanced in the monitor regulator. The pilots belonging to the
monitor regulator and active regulator are entirely identical.

Under normal circumstances the active regulator is in operation, the monitor is fully open and the
acceleration pilot stand-by.

The acceleration pilot AP095-xP serves to accelerate the response of monitor regulation at the instant the
main regulating system fails.

2.2 Principle of single stage pressure reduction system

See figure 4

At a constant outlet pressure Po valve (10) allows passage of a flow volume equal to the gas offtake. The
forces over the main diaphragm (8) are in equilibrium. The equilibrium is determined by the control pressure
(7) on the one hand and the outlet pressure Po plus spring (9) on the other hand. If more gas is taken off at
the outlet side, the outlet pressure drops. Because of feedback of the outlet pressure to the active regulator,
valve (10) will open further and allow more gas to pass. The diaphragm movement will increase the volume
in the control chamber (7) and further pressed down return spring (9). A new equilibrium occurs at a lower
regulated outlet pressure Po. Pressure control regulator P095 ensures that the outlet pressure is adjusted to
the setpoint value, for a reduction of the outlet pressure Po also results in a lower position of the diaphragm
(3). Because of this, supply valve (4) allows a larger gas flow to pass than the gas flow able to discharge to
the outlet through the internal restriction. This results in a rise of the pressure in the control chamber (7) until
the outlet pressure Po is practically equal to the required value set by means of the adjusting screw (1).

The system responds in reverse order at a drop of gas offtake.

The first control stage of the pilot, called the inlet pressure regulator or stabiliser (6), maintains a fixed
difference between the regulated pressure and the feeding pressure for pilot valve (4), called the auxiliary
pressure or stabiliser pressure (5).

When gas offtake discontinues entirely, the main valve (10) and the pilot valve (4) close, as well as the inlet
pressure regulator (6). Via an internal run-off restriction in the pressure control regulator, the pressure in the
control chamber (7) is exchanged with Po so that spring (9) can close valve (10).

Under normal operating conditions there is always a very small runoff from the control chamber (7) to the
outlet (Po) so that very stable regulation is obtained.

Before the first control stage there is a fine filter, preventing soiling of the pressure control regulator.

The required outlet pressure can easily be set with spring (2) and adjusting screw (1).

The pilot is available in 2 basic executions: the P095-MPS and P095-HPS. The pilots are mutually different in
the setpoint range of the regulated pressure. As far as construction is concerned, both pilots are identical
with the exception of the second stage diaphragm package. The same series of springs (2) is available for
both types of pilot. Each spring corresponds to a section of the total setpoint range (see also chapter 1
Technical specifications).

The P095-xPS is provided with a breather. It can also be supplied with a straight screw-in coupling for a
breather pipe at connection 4.

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Figure 4 Schematic diagram single stage pressure reduction with BAAI-R100S + P095 xPS

A1+A2+Pi1 recommended

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2.3 Principle of wide-open monitor regulating system

Normal operation

Wide-open monitor See figure 5

The working generally:

The working of the wide-open monitor regulating system is identical to that of the single stage pressure
reduction system.

Monitor take-over:
If the active regulating system open fails, outlet pressure Po rises. When Po has risen up to the setpoint of
the monitor pilot P095-xPS, pilot valve (11) will close, resulting in a decrease of the control chamber
pressure (13). As the monitor valve (14) is fully open in normal operation (i.e. functioning active regulator)
and is limited by a metal stop, it will take a while before it is actually going to close. In order to speed up this
process, the acceleration pilot will start acting as soon as pressure Po rises above the setpoint set by means
of the adjusting screw (15). By means of valve (16), this acceleration pilot creates an extra flow from the
control chamber to the outlet, which makes the control chamber pressure drop faster and valve (14) close
quicker. The valve will close up to the point when Po has gone down again to the set monitor setpoint. Valve
(16) closes the instant that outlet pressure Po drops again until just below the setpoint of the acceleration
pilot AP095-xP. Therefore, it is always closed when the monitor regulator is regulating normally and,
accordingly, does not contribute to regulation. After the take-over, pressure Pt in the pipe-piece between
monitor regulator and active regulator will be practically equal to the outlet pressure Po.

Figure 5 Schematic diagram wide-open monitor regulating system with:

(BAAI-R100S+P095-xPS) +(R100SM+P095-xPS+AP095-xP)

For all other regulating systems please don't heasetate to contact our company.

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3. INSTALLATION

3.1 Connection signal lines

Figure 6 Connection diagram Baai gas pressure regulating system with monitor regulator
A1 - A4 recommended
Pi1 – Pi3 recommended

The connections of the instrumentation lines on the outlet pipe-piece must be situated at least 5 x the
nominal diameter of the outlet pipe (DN) from the expansion pipe-piece behind the active regulator and at
least 3 x the nominal pipe diameter before the next interference (e.g. the end valve).

The connections to the outlet pipe-piece between active regulator and end valve may be distributed around
the periphery of the outlet pipe-piece with the exception of the bottom. Metering line 2 of both P095 and
numbers 4 of the AP095 should not be combined.

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For practical reasons it is recommended to fit a pressure gauge and manual blow-off on the pipe-piece
between the monitor regulator and active regulator (Pi2 and AB, figure 6). This way it is easy to see whether
the monitor regulator and/or the active regulator is in operation and to check the monitor valve for tightness.

Also for practical reasons it is recommended to mount a valve (A1 and A2) in the feeding line of the pilots in
order to be able, in case of leakage, to easily determine which component is leaking.
If required, Gorter Controls B.V. can supply such valves. These valves meet high safety demands and are
‘self (spring) opening’, thus preventing any failure to open the valve when the regulating system is put back
in operation. These valves are available under type indication ZV-O.

For ease of inspection and replacement of the valve seal, it is recommended:

A in applications with an outlet pressure < 10 bar, to mount a valve in the pipeline between
connection 3 of the pilot and connection 6 of the active regulator/monitor regulator (A3 and A4).

B in applications with an outlet pressure >= 10 bar, to mount an extra valve which, in an
unpressurised situation, can easily put a pressure of approximately 1 bar in the control chamber of
the regulator/pilot.

Depending on the weight of the regulators, it is recommended to make provisions for hoisting facilities on
location.

NB. In the remainder of this documentation it is taken for granted that above mentioned practical provisions
have been made.

The size of the connections has been shown in tables 4 to 7.

Connection Size Pipe outside Function

diameter
0 1/4"BSP 10 pressure gauge connection stabiliser pressure
1 1/4"BSP 10 feeding inlet pressure Pi
2 1/4"BSP 10 measuring outlet pressure Po
3 1/4"BSP 10 feeding control chamber

Table 4: Connections pilot P095-xPS

Connection Size Pipe outside Function

diameter
2 1/4"BSP 12 blowoff from control chamber to outlet pressure Po
3 1/4"BSP 10 connection control chamber
4 1/4"BSP 10 measuring outlet pressure Po

Table 5: Connections acceleration pilot AP095-xP

Connection Size Pipe outside Function

diameter
6 3/8"BSP)* 10 connection control chamber
7 1/2"BSP Minimum 16 measuring outlet pressure Po

Table 6: Connections gas pressure regulator R100S

Connection Size Pipe outside Function

diameter
6 3/8” BSP)* 10 connection control chamber
7 1/2" BSP minimum 16 measuring outlet pressure Po
8 1/4” BSP 10 outlet pressure Po to balance valve

Table 7: Connections monitor regulator R100S-M

)* Size will be changed into 1/4"BSP

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3.2 Some remarks

- In applications where the ambient temperature may drop far below 0 degrees Celcius, the indicated
precision may only be achieved when the pilots are heated. In this case we can think of outside
installations.

- Depending on the gas composition, gas temperature in combination with the process pressure drop,
it may be necessary to provide the pilots’ feeding with a preheater. This to prevent possible freezing.

- For all 10 mm instrumentation pipe, 12 mm may also be used.

As the active regulator and monitor regulator are very similar, type indication is not only stamped
into the nameplate, but also in large letters on the housing of the regulators. To highlight this
indication, and thus prevent any mistakes in practice, it is strongly advised to mark this indication
with a different, eye-catching colour. (only if the unit is purchased as a system).

- If the P095 is used as a pressure control regulator in combination with a gas pressure regulator other
than type BAAI-R100S, the nominal diameter of the instrumentation pipe for bottom coupling of the
regulator (connection 7) should be 16 mm minimum. The capacity of the P095 may be adapted on
request.

- The distance between the regulator (incl. reducing pipe) and the connection of the bottom-coupling
of the regulator (7) and the pilot (2) should be at least 5 x the nominal diameter of the outlet pipe-
piece.

- If allowed, when using the P095 in combination with the BAAI R100S and regulated pressures < 10
bar, it is useful to mount a valve in the control line (connection 3 of the P095 and connection 6 of the
regulator). By closing this valve, before unpressurising the regulating line, the valve of the regulator
remains open. In this way it is easy to inspect or replace the valve rubber. In addition, the valve may
be used in the event of a failure analysis.

- For regulated outlet pressures = >10 bar, it is possible to make special provisions to fill the control
chamber with gas after the regulating line has been unpressurised. A pressure of 1 bar is more than
enough to fully open the valve (maximum 9 bar).

- In addition, it is also useful to mount a valve in the feeding line of the pilot (connection 1). In this way
it is very easy to find out whether the pilot or the regulator is untight in case of leakage (see chapter
6 on failure).

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4. Operation regulating system

4.1 Commissioning notes (Single stage pressure reduction system)

Warning

Never pressurize a reducing run by first opening the outlet block valve. This
may provoke overload of the valve internals and diaphragms.

Pressurizing and depressurizing needs time, don't push it !

Before getting started:

The reducing run between the slam shut or inlet block valve and the outlet block valve should be completely
depressurized (check if the outlet block valve is closed).

To depressurize the run:

- Isolate the gas run and slightly open the purge valve
- Do not relax the setpoint adjusting screw of the pilot until after the run is depressurized.

Figure 7 Schematic diagram BAAI-R100S + P095-xPS

A1 + A2 +Pi1 recommended

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Recommendations:
Prior to commissioning and start-up consider the following :

- Any water residue left from hydrostatic testing will cause trouble to the operation of both
main line valves and pilots; therefore purge and dry the upstream pipe line thoroughly and
increase the outlet temperature temporarily.

- Any particles left from welding, grinding, tapping or any solid contamination resulting from
corrosion in the piping between filter and regulator (also the heat exchanger) will damage the
valve disc and/or it’s guide cylinder, therefore clean this part thoroughly.

Should contamination be found then act as follows to minimize damage:

- Remove bottom cover (incl. silencer and cage) of main line valve.
- Remove valve plug and stem guide spacer.
- Purge the run thoroughly via the open regulator.
- Assemble the regulator without silencer and cage.
- Refit the silencer and cage only if contamination can be excluded.

Check all instrument lines for proper arrangement and all fittings for proper connection
Provide ‘emergency’ spares

Sequence of Commissioning
1. Remove closure nut, then fully unscrew the adjusting screw (1) on top of the pilot

2. Preset the auxiliary pressure of the pilot:

- Fully turn the adjusting screw (located at bottom of the pilot) inward (CW)* carefully until it
just stops on to the seat inside
- Then screw the adjusting screw out again (turning CCW)** one (1) complete turn

3. Slowly pressurize the regulator and pilot by either cracking the upstream block valve or opening the
bypass over the slam shut valve(s).

4. Adjust the auxiliary pressure:

The minimum setting for the auxiliary pressure differential on P095 pilots should be as follows :

Note: “Differential” refers to the difference between the setpoint of the auxilliary pressure and the
setpoint pressure of the pilot.

- 2..6 bar normal range for general purpose

- 2 bar lower end of range, used to slow-down pilot response (small regulators)
- 6 bar higher end of range, used to speed-up pilot response (large regulators)

Adjustment notes:
- adjust pilots for active regulators to approx. 3 bar pressure differential
- adjust pilots for monitor regulators to approx. 4 bar pressure differential
- make adjustments to the auxilliary pressure adjusting screw only when the pilot is operating
(supplying condition)
- adjust the set screw carefully, checking after each adjustment for lock-up

Check if fine-tuning is required after commisioning the equipment

- adjust auxiliary pressure differential to slow-down or speed-up the pilot response
- if the aux. setting has been adjusted, then correct the setpoint

So without the need for adjustment the auxiliary pressure differential should range between 3 and 4 bar
above outlet pressure
)* CW=ClockWise
)** CCW=Counter ClockWise

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5. Check the regulator for lock-up.

- First unload or relax the set spring of the pilot.
- Slowly apply full inlet pressure to the upstream side of the regulator by either cracking the
block valve or opening the bypass of the slam shut valve.
- Check the downstream pressure for leakage of the MLV* and the pilot

6. If necessary slowly turn adjusting screw of pilot (1) CW to increase the outlet pressure above the
UPSO** setting of the slam shut valve(s).

7. Open the slam shut valve.

8. Check or set the slam shut valve.

- Increase the outlet pressure to the OPSO*** setting by slowly turning the adjusting screw (1)
of the pilot CW.
- For adjustment itself consult the manual of the relevant slam shut.
- Repeat this action to test the safety relief valve (to be blocked while testing the SSV).

9. Check and test the regulator.

- Slightly open the purge valve and decrease the outlet pressure by slowly turn the adjusting
screw (1) of pilot CCW.
- Close the purge valve to check the regulator and pilot for lock-up (tightness).

10. Check operation by opening the outlet block valve

Normally the regulator will be set slightly lower than the network pressure. The pilot setting can be
increased and fine-adjusted to it’s setpoint after fully opening the outlet block valve

11. After completing commissioning lock the adjust screw with the closure nut

12. To take the run out of operation and depressurize it, act as follows :
- Close the inlet block valve
- Allow the pressure upstream of the regulator to drop to outlet pressure
- Close the block valve in the supply to the pilot (if provided)
- Close the outlet block valve
- Slightly open the downstream purge valve to depressurize the run

)* MLV=Main Line Valve

)**UPSO= Under Pressure Set Operation
)***OPSO= Over Pressure Set Operation

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4.2 Commissioning notes (Wide-open monitor regulating system)

Warning

Never pressurize a reducing run by first opening the outlet block valve. This
may provoke overload of the valve internals and diaphragms.

Pressurizing and depressurizing needs time, don't push it !

Before getting started:

The reducing run between the slam shut or inlet block valve and the outlet block valve should be completely
depressurized (check if the outlet block valve is closed).

To depressurize the run:

- Isolate the gas run and slightly open the purge valve
- Do not relax the setpoint adjusting screw of the pilot until after the run is depressurized.

Figure 8 Schematic diagram wide-open monitor regulating system with:

BAAI-R100S(+P095-xPS) +R100SM(+P095-xPS+AP095-xP)
A1 – A4 + Pi1-P12 recommended

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Recommendations:
Prior to commissioning and start-up consider the following :

- Any water residue left from hydrostatic testing will cause trouble to the operation of both
main line valves and pilots; therefore purge and dry the upstream pipe line thoroughly and
increase the outlet temperature temporarily.

- Any particles left from welding, grinding, tapping or any solid contamination resulting from
corrosion in the piping between filter and regulator (also the heat exchanger) will damage the
valve disc and/or it’s guide cylinder, therefore clean this part thoroughly.

Should contamination be found then act as follows to minimize damage:

- Remove bottom cover (incl. silencer and cage) of the monitor main line valve.
- Remove piston, valve plug and stem guiding.
- Purge the run thoroughly via the open monitor.
- Assemble the monitor without silencer and cage.
- Refit the silencer and cage only if contamination can be excluded.
- Repeat this action for the regulator.

Check all instrument lines for proper arrangement and all fittings for proper connection
Provide ‘emergency’ spares

Sequence of Commissioning
1. Remove closure nut, then fully unscrew the adjusting screw (1) on top of the pilot from both the
regulator and monitor

2. Turn adjusting screw (15) of the accelerator fully inwards (CW)

3. Preset the auxiliary pressure of the pilot:

- Fully turn the adjusting screw (located at bottom of the pilot) inward (CW) carefully until it just
stops on to the seat inside
- Then screw the adjusting screw out again (CCW) one (1) complete turn

4. Slowly pressurize upstream of the monitor by either cracking the upstream block valve or opening
the bypass over the slam shut valve(s)

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5. Adjust the auxiliary pressure:

The minimum setting for the auxiliary pressure differential on P095 pilots should be as follows :

Note: “Differential” refers to the difference between the setpoint of the auxilliary pressure and the
setpoint pressure of the pilot.

- 2..6 bar above the regulator setpoint is the normal range for general purpose
- 2 bar lower end of range, used to slow-down pilot response (small regulators)
- 6 bar higher end of range, used to speed-up pilot response (large regulators)

Adjustment notes:
- adjust pilots for active regulators to approx. 3 bar pressure differential
- adjust pilots for monitor regulators to approx. 4 bar pressure differential
- make adjustments to the auxilliary pressure adjusting screw only when the pilot is operating
(supplying condition)
- adjust the set screw carefully, checking after each adjustment for lock-up

Check if fine-tuning is required after commisioning the equipment

- adjust auxiliary pressure differential to slow-down or speed-up the pilot response
- if the aux. setting has been adjusted, then correct the setpoint

So without the need for adjustment the auxiliary pressure differential should range between 3 and 4 bar
above outlet pressure

6. Check the monitor for lock-up.

- Completely unwind the adjustment screws of both the active and the monitor pilots
- Slowly apply full inlet pressure to upstream of the monitor by either cracking the upstream
block valve or opening the bypass of the slam shut valve.
- Check the intermediate pressure for leakage of the MLV
- Check the downstream pressure for leakage of both pilots
- Take note that test valves A1 and A2 enable differentation between the pilots.

7. Check the regulator MLV for lock-up.

- Put full inlet pressure upstream of the regulator by tensioning the set spring of the monitor
pilot temporarily until it opens.
- Completely unwind the adjustment screws of both the active and the monitor pilots
- Use the bypass valve of the slam shut valve if nessessarry to repressurise upstream of the
monitor.
- check the outlet pressure for leakage of the MLV

Note that the regulator pilot has been checked already

8. Fail the regulator wide-open

- By advancing the adjusting screw (1) fully inward. Open the purge valve slightly to
depressurize the outlet and vent the pilot bleed of the regulator

9. If necessary slowly turn adjusting screw of pilot (12) CW to increase the outlet pressure above the
UPSO setting of the slam shut valve(s).

10. Open the slam shut valve.

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11. Check or set the slam shut valve.

- Increase the outlet pressure to the OPSO setting by slowly advancing the adjust screw (12)
of the monitor pilot.
- For adjustment itself consult the manual of the relevant slam shut valve.
- Repeat this action to test the safety relief valve (to be blocked while testing the SSV)

12. Check or set the accelerator.

- Decrease the outlet pressure to the accelerator setting by slowly backing out the adjust
screw (12) of the monitor pilot
- Now open the purge valve enough to open the monitor MLV
- Back out the adjust screw (15) of the accelerator until it interferes with the pressure control.
- A slight drop in the outlet pressure indicates activation of the accelerator pilot

13. Set and check the monitor.

- Decrease the outlet pressure by slowly backing out the adjusting screw of the monitor pilot
(12) CCW.
- Open and close the purge valve to check the monitor for response
- Be aware of the pilot bleed from the active regulator which is searching for a higher setpoint
at this time.

14. Set and check the regulator.

- Decrease the outlet pressure by slowly backing out the adjusting screw of the regulator pilot
(1) CCW.
- Take note that the regulator does not have an accelerator pilot to speed-up take over.
- Open the purge valve enough to vent the pilot bleed of the monitor.
- A rise of the intermediate pressure indicates take-over
- Open and close the purge valve to check the regulator for response.
- Be aware of the pilot bleed from the monitor regulator which is searching for a higher
setpoint at this time.

15. Check the system for lock-up.

- Close the purge valve.
- Check the outlet pressure for leakage.
- The outlet pressure will first rise to regulator lock-up, then rise to monitor lock-up.
- A further rise will occur as the pressure from the monitor motorization is equalized with the
outlet pressure.
- You may vent temporarily a little to reduce this outlet pressure to monitor lock-up

16. Check operation.

- Slowly open the outlet block valve. Normally the regulator will first be set a slightly lower than
the network pressure. The pilot setting can be increased and adjusted to it’s final setpoint
after fully opening the outlet block valve.

17. After completing commissioning

- Lock the adjust screws with the closure nuts provided for this purpose.

18. To take the run out of operation and depressurize it, act as follows :
- Close the inlet block valve.
- Allow the pressure upstream of the regulators to drop to outlet pressure.
- Close the block valve in the supply to the pilots (if provided).
- Close the outlet block valve.
- Slightly open the downstream purge valve to depressurize the run.

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4.3 Recommendations choice of setpoints

Setpoint pilot for regulator P095: x bar
Regulator:

The setpoint of the regulator should be choosen low enough to enable trouble-free relatching of the slam
shut. (the minimum relatching differential)

Setpoint pilot for monitor P095: (x+1) bar

Monitor:

The setpoint of the monitor regulator should be chosen high enough to avoid interference during dynamic
response of the regulator.

Setpoint acceleration pilot for monitor:

The following setpoint is advised:

setpoint AP095-MP/HP : (x+2) bar

4.4 Taking out of operation for servicing purposes

During or before unpressurising the regulating system it is not allowed to screw back the adjusting screw of
the P095, otherwise the stabiliser part will be unnecessarily loaded.

1. Close the safety shut-off valve. Wait until the pressure in the pipe-piece before the monitor regulator
is equal to the mains pressure. Then close the end valve.

If gas supply has to continue, the active regulator of any second line will take over regulating.

2. Unpressurise the installation by opening a manual blow-off at the (inlet and) outlet side of the line.

Warning
CAREFUL: Some pressure may temporarily remain in the control chamber of both the active
regulator and monitor regulator (connections 6, figure 6).

Therefore always watch pressure gauges Pi1 and Pi3.

If any gas pressure remains, these spaces can be unpressurised by opening the bleed
screws on the pressure gauge cocks.

4.5 Commissioning pre-set regulating line

This procedure can be followed when the setpoint of the active regulator and monitor regulator have been
pre-set and re-setting or adjusting is not necessary.

Starting situation: system or regulating line is completely unpressurised.

1. Slowly bring the part before the monitor regulator up to pressure by means of the bypass of the
safety shut-off valve.

2. The outlet pressure will now slowly rise. When it is equal to the setpoint of the active regulator, the
safety shut-off valve(s) can first be opened and then slowly the end valve.

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4.6 Putting stand-by (seasonal demand)

If you opt for putting a station stand-by due to seasonal demand, it is recommended to lower the setpoint of
the active regulator(s). However, it should always be taken into account that the monitor pilot always runs off
a little to the outlet side, as the monitor valve generally remains open. (N.B. the system is non-bleed in a fully
closed situation).

4.7 Adjusting stabiliser pressure \ auxiliary pressure

The auxiliary pressure is the output of the first control stage of the P095 and is adjustable between approx. 2
and 6 bar above the outlet pressure. The 1st stage of the pilot determines the accuracy of the regulator and
can be changed by adjusting it’s setting with screws (6) and (17).

- High settings (turn CCW) result in higher amplification which equals improved accuracy and faster
response of the pilot control loop. However settings that are too high may provoke instability.

- Low settings (turn CW) result in lower amplification which equals more stability and slower response
of the pilot control loop. Settings that are too low may disable a valve to open (partly or fully).

Always check if the setting of the auxiliary pressure differential meets the installed operating
conditions during set-up and testing. See also ‘commissioning notes’

The amount of care to be taken while adjusting the auxiliary pressure must be accentuated as this may
cause many problems during commissioning and start-up.

Mind that, by adjusting the stabiliser pressure, the setpoint of the relevant pilot also changes and in case of
the monitor pilot, the setpoint of the acceleration pilot also changes. Adjustment of these setpoints after the
stabiliser pressure has been changed is therefore essential.

4.8 Exchanging setpoint spring P095

A situation may occur when it is required to exchange the setpoint spring of the P095 because, for instance,
to realise another regulated outlet pressure or influence the pilot action.

For this exchange, it is easy to unscrew the adjusting screw (1, 12 or 15 of fig.5 page15) and then the screw
swivel in the spring housing. It is not necessary to unpressurise the installation! However, the regulating line
must be taken out of operation.

When exchanging the setpoint spring of the acceleration pilot AP095 and the P095 belonging to the monitor
regulator, the installation must be re-tested.

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4.9 Periodic function test

Testing active regulator and monitor regulator for tightness

Characteristic of the regulating system with monitor regulator is that the closing pressure of the system
corresponds to the closing pressure of the monitor regulator. The monitor regulator and active regulator, as a
combination, can easily be tested for tightness by slowly closing the end valve of the line.

Tightness active regulator and pilots:

The outlet pressure may no longer run up after the pressure on the pressure gauge on the monitor regulator
is equal to the outlet pressure (takes some minutes, depending on the size of the monitor regulator). Is this
the case after all, and pressure gauge Pi2 on the pipe-piece between monitor regulator and active regulator
indicates that the pressure is dropping, then there is leakage over the active regulator. Otherwise there is
leakage over one of the pilots (apart from leakages over the bypasses, that is).

Tightness monitor regulator:

Open the valve (blow-off) on the pipe-piece between monitor regulator and active regulator and let the
pressure in the pipe-piece drop until almost equal to the outlet pressure. Close this valve and wait for some
minutes. If the pressure in this pipe-piece (Pt) increases, the monitor valve is untight.

In case of leakage you are referred to chapter 6 on failure.

4.10 Increase of the outlet pressure at zero offtake

See also figures 6 and 7.

It should be taken into account that under normal conditions and at zero offtake the pilot of the monitor
regulator always runs off a little until the monitor valve has fully closed itself. The closing pressure of the
regulating system is therefore always the closing pressure of the monitor regulator.

If at zero offtake the outlet pressure still increases after a few minutes, then there is leakage in one of the
components of the regulating system. Assuming that the bypasses are not leaking.

First of all, find out which component is untight.

1. AP095
Fully screw in adjusting screw 16 of the acceleration pilot AP095-xP. If the outlet pressure still increases, this
acceleration pilot can be ruled out. If not, the internal sealing of the acceleration pilot has to be inspected.

2. P095
A
If there are valves in the feeding lines of the pilots P095-xPS (connection 1, valves A1 and A2) this simplifies
the analysis. Close these valves and slightly screw in the adusting screw of both pilots in order to exchange
the pressure in the stabiliser space with the outlet pressure. If the outlet pressure still increases after some
time, the main regulator is bound to be leaking.

If this is not the case, open the valve in the feeding line of the regulator-pilot A2. If the outlet pressure
increases, the pilot of the active regulator is leaking. If not, the pilot of the monitor regulator is leaking.

B
If there are no valves in the feeding line of the pilots (connection 1, figure 7), the line must be taken out of
operation and unpressurised. Next, fully unscrew the adjusting screws of both the monitor and the regulator
pilots. Unscrew the coupling on connection 2 of both pilots. Put some pressure before the monitor regulator.
Check at both pilots whether there is a flow at the pilot side of connection 2. If so, then the pilot has a leak.

3. active regulator R100S

If neither of the pilots has a leakage, then check the pressure gauge on the pipe-piece between active
regulator and monitor regulator. Should it indicate a decreasing pressure while the pressure before the
monitor regulator remains constant, then the active regulator is leaking.

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5. Maintenance
5.1 General
5.1.1 Life and types of maintenance work
Under normal operating conditions, when the medium is clean and dry and does not contain any constituents
which are harmful to the materials applied, life without any maintenance is 4 years minimum.

Generally, seals and diaphragms (the so-called soft parts) are to be replaced during maintenance work.

Gorter Controls B.V. has composed special spare-part sets for its equipment which already contains all the
necessary parts for standard maintenance.

5.1.2 Maintenance requirements

Gorter Controls B.V.’s equipment has been designed in such a way that no special tools are required for
maintenance. Valves and pistons are provided with tapped holes to which simple pulling tools may be
connected.

Lubricants:

Molykote BR2 plus

Molykote copper paste CU-7439-plus
Multigrease White Applied 8255

Oil:

Shell Madrela GS 68 or Tellus 15

Adhesive:

Loctite 243

5.1.3 General maintenance regulations

Unless otherwise indicated, all screw and bolt connections <M10 are to be greased with a graphite-
containing high-pressure grease. We would advise Molykote BR2 plus.

Screw and bolt connections >M10 are to be greased with copper-containing grease. We would advise
Molykote copper paste.

For both assembly and preservation purposes, all O-rings are to be greased with a suitable product. We
would advise Molykote BR2 plus.

All guiding surfaces are to be treated with a suitable grease. We usually advise Molykote BR2 plus.
Normally, the guiding surfaces must be greased very thinly.

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5.2 Disassembly and assembly

5.2.1 General
Place all loose internal components on a clean cloth during assembly, prevent sand or other dirt from soiling
these components or from damaging them. Clean all disassembled components well and then grease them
as per the directions.

5.2.2 Disassembly and assembly pilot

There is no need to unpressurise the entire installation in order to replace the set spring for any process
adaptation. The lock nut can simply be removed and a new set spring fitted. For details you are referred to
Appendix A (page 31).

5.2.3 Disassembly and assembly regulator and monitor *

To simplify assembly and disassembly of the regulator, built into the regulating installation, the construction
has been opted for where all components can be removed upwards (with the exception of the bottom cover).

For instance, after unscrewing the nuts below the top flange of the valve body, the diaphragm housing can
be removed upwards, complete with all internal parts.
Mounting this unit is to be done with care to prevent damage to the “O”-ring around the guide bush.
It is also possible to remove the components one by one.

The compensation piston of the regulator is lubricated with oil ( Shell Madrela GS 68).
When the regulator has been completely disassembled, this oil has been lost and after fitting the
compensation piston the space above this piston has to be refilled. For details you are referred to Appendix
B (page 32).

After completion of maintenance and after a tightness test, the regulating system can be re-tested and taken
into operation.

* Only to be done by certified engineers

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Appendix A

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Appendix B

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5.3 Off-line tightness test pilot

The off-line tightness test is optional.

If a feeding line (instruments air or the medium itself) is available, an off-line tightness test can be done. This
feeding line can then be connected to connection 1 of the pilot (see figure A2 for pilot connections). Unscrew the
closure nut and ensure that the adjusting screw is completely unscrewed (1).

The pilot pressure gauge should now indicate the stabiliser pressure (auxiliary pressure). This should be in the
set range from 2 to 6 bar. If there is no pressure in this space, it is possible that stabiliser valve 37 remains stuck.
The stabiliser pressure depends somewhat on the inlet pressure which makes small deviations from the above
range possible.

The stabiliser pressure should not increase, otherwise the stabiliser seal is leaking.

Also check whether there is flow from connections 2 and 3. The seal of the second regulating stage is leaking
(valve 29 and guide 15) if this is the case.
Now slightly screw in the set screw so that the pilot is going to supply and completely unscrew it again. Re-check
for leakage.

The off-line tightness test is always followed by the in-line tightness test.

5.4 In-line tightness test pilot

Internal tightness:

Put the pilot back into the installation, with completely unscrewed adjusting screw (1). Ensure that the regulator
has inlet pressure. The outlet pressure should not increase. If so, then there is leakage across the pilot or the
regulator.

If there is a valve in the feeding line of the pilot (connection 1), it is easy to find out which component is leaking.
Close it and slightly screw in the adjusting screw of the pilot to exchange the pressure in the stabiliser chamber
with the outlet pressure. Next, unpressurise the outlet side again and wait for a few minutes. If the outlet
pressure has risen again, the regulator is leaking. In this case you should consult the chapter on maintenance in
this manual. Otherwise the pilot is leaking.

If there is no valve in the feeding line of the pilot, you can remove the pipe on connection 2 of the pilot and feel
whether there is flow from connection 2. If so, there is a good chance that the pilot seal of the second stage is
leaking. If not, the regulator is most probably leaking.

In the event of leakage across the pilot, it will have to be removed again for inspection.

Check the pressure gauge of the pilot. The stabiliser pressure has to be within the range from 2 to 6 bar and
should not increase, otherwise there is a leak across the stabiliser seal.

Following this, the whole regulating system may be tested for internal tightness at the required setpoint by
means of the normal testing procedure as described in the user manual of the regulating system.

Having established leakage it is, in the case of a valve in the feeding line of the pilot, again rather easy to find out
which component is leaking. Close this valve and open the manual blow-off until the pressure has dropped
below the setpoint. Wait for a few minutes. If the outlet pressure has increased again, the regulator is leaking. In
this case you should consult the chapter on maintenance in this manual. Otherwise the pilot is leaking.
If there is no valve in the feeding line, it will not be possible in this situation to find out which component is
leaking.

External tightness:
For an external tightness test, all partitions between the different pressurised parts of the pilot should be soaped
down or sprayed with a leak-detection spray. Also do this for all couplings, bolt holes, breather opening and the
stabiliser set screw (pos. 39, fig. A1).

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5.5 Spare-part sets

5.5.1 General
For standard maintenance, Gorter Controls B.V. has put together spare-part sets. The spare parts can be
ordered under the numbers mentioned.

When ordering the parts, the following particulars must be supplied:

- Type of regulator, stating connection diameter and pressure stage.

- Manufacturing number and year of construction.
- If no complete set is ordered, the position number and the drawing to which
this number relates and the required number of items.

5.5.2 Spare-part set P095

The spare-part set can be ordered under the following numbers:

Type Number
P095 HPS/MPS 93 94 01 S 11 50 80

The contents of these sets are specified in the parts list in paragraph 5.6

5.5.3 Spare-part set AP095

The spare-part set can be ordered under the following numbers:

Type Number
AP095 HP/MP 93 94 01 S 13 42 70

The contents of these sets are specified in the parts list in paragraph 5.7

5.5.4 Spare-part sets R100S(M)

The spare-part sets can be ordered under the following numbers:

Type Number Type Number

R100S 1” 93 94 02 S 14 18 30 R100SM 1” 93 94 02 S 14 18 40
R100S 2” 93 94 02 S 11 69 20 R100SM 2” 93 94 02 S 12 78 80
R100S 3” 93 94 02 S 11 69 30 R100SM 3” 93 94 02 S 12 78 90
R100S 4” 93 94 02 S 11 69 40 R100SM 4” 93 94 02 S 11 52 00
R100S 6” 93 94 02 S 11 69 50 R100SM 6” 93 94 02 S 12 74 80
R100S 8” 93 94 02 S 11 69 60 R100SM 8” 93 94 02 S 12 79 10

The contents of these sets are specified in the parts list in paragraph 5.8 and 5.9

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5.6 P095 MPS/ HPS

Figure A1: Position numbers P095

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Figure A2: position numbers P095 continued

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5.6.1 Partslist P095 MPS/ HPS
Pos Name Code no Spare
01 Set screw 83.03.01.0000031
02 Hexagon nut 82.01.34.0120125
03 Lock nut 81.03.00.4114690
04 Spring seat 81.03.00.4135980
05 Compression spring see user manual
06 Hexagon nut 82.51.08.0080001
07 Spring housing 81.03.20.3111820
08 Spring seat 81.03.00.4114670
09 Socket screw 82.07.16.0100040
10 Washer 82.38.13.0100001
11 Diaphragm 93.03.00.4112450 x
12 Plug 81.03.00.4112330
13 Bolt 81.03.00.4111840
14 Valve stem 81.03.00.4111860
15 Guide 81.03.00.4111850
16 O-ring 84.01.01.2401014 x
17 O-ring 84.01.01.0801013 x
18 Retaining plate 81.03.00.4111880
19 Circlip 82.36.05.0025001
20 Low hexagon nut 82.51.09.0080001
21 Diaphragm 93.03.00.4112460 x
22 Filter 81.03.00.4112130 x
23 O-ring 84.01.00.6801000 x
24 Washer 82.38.13.0080001
25 Socket screw 82.07.16.0080070
26 Housing stabiliser 81.03.20.2111890
27 Housing second pressure stage 81.03.20.2111870
28 Compression spring 85.01.21.0109700
29 Valve 93.03.50.4139250 x
30 Compression spring 85.01.22.0215600
31 Spring seat 81.03.00.4112110
32 Restriction 93.03.00.4114650
33 Guide 81.03.00.4111900
34 O-ring 84.01.03.1501026 x
35 Spring 85.01.21.0128900
36 O-ring 84.01.00.4501008 x
37 Valve 81.03.00.4133530 x
38 Retainer ring 82.36.05.0018001
39 Seating stabiliser 81.03.00.4142690 x
40 Pressure gauge 11.01.05.1211322
41 Coupling customer dependent
42 Pressure gauge screwed coupling customer dependent
43 Type plate 81.01.00.4146630
45 Reducing ring 81.03.00.4114660 (P095-HPS only)
58 Diaphragm disc 81.03.00.4116530 (P095-MPS only)
59 O-ring 84.01.00.3701007 x
61 Sealing nut 81.03.00.4114700
62 O-ring 84.01.03.1501026 x
63 O-ring 84.01.03.9402129 x
64 Washer 82.51.93.0080001
88 Plug 82.07.67.0063001
89 Ring 82.50.30.2130018
91 Adjusting screw 82.07.85.0030004
103 Thrust washer 83.02.01.0000006
104 Trust bearing 83.02.01.0000004
107 Socket screw 82.07.16.0100020
108 Spring washer 82.37.02.0100001
120 Nut 81.03.00.4142700 x
121 O-ring 84.05.00.3701007 x
122 O-ring 84.01.05.9903229 x

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5.7 AP095 MP/ HP

Figure B1: Position numbers AP095

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Figure B2: position numbers AP095 continued

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5.7.1 Partslist AP095 MP/ HP

Pos Name Code no Spare

01 Set screw 83.03.01.0000031
02 Hexagon nut 82.01.34.0120125
03 Lock nut 81.03.00.4114690
04 Spring seat 81.03.00.4135980
05 Compression spring see user manual
06 Hexagon nut 82.51.08.0080001
07 Spring housing 81.03.20.3111820
08 Spring seat 81.03.00.4114670
09 Socket screw 82.07.16.0100040
10 Washer 82.38.13.0100001
11 Diaphragm 93.03.00.4112450 x
12 Plug 81.03.00.4112330
13 Bolt 81.03.00.4111840
21 Diaphragm 93.03.00.4113470 x
24 Washer 82.38.13.0080001
25 Socket screw 82.07.16.0080030
26 Cover 81.03.20.4113420
27 Housing 81.03.20.2113370
43 Type plate 81.01.00.4146630
45 Reducing ring 81.03.00.4114660 (P095-HP only)
46 Circlip 82.36.05.0040001
47 O-ring 84.01.03.4602126 x
48 Guide 81.03.00.4113340
49 Valve 93.03.50.4113530 x
50 Spring 85.01.11.4114640
51 Nozzle 81.03.00.4113360
52 O-ring 84.01.00.9301012 x
58 Diaphragm disc 81.03.00.4116530 (P095-MP only)
81.03.00.4114680 (P095-HP only)
61 Sealing nut 81.03.00.4114700
62 O-ring 84.01.03.1501026 x
63 O-ring 84.01.03.9402129 x
64 Washer 82.51.93.0080001
88 Plug 82.07.67.0063001
89 Ring 82.50.30.2130018
103 Thrust washer 83.02.01.0000006
104 Trust bearing 83.02.01.0000004
107 Socket screw 82.07.16.0100020
108 Spring washer 82.37.02.0100001
122 O-ring 84.01.05.9903229 x

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5.8 R100S(M) 1”

Figure 9: Component drawing R100S-1”

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Figure 10: Component drawing R100SM-1”

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5.8.1 Parts list R100S(M) 1” See figures 9 and 10 for component drawing.

PARTS LIST R100S(M) 1”

R100S R100SM
Pos Name Spare Pos Name Spare
01 Diaphragm fastening rod 01 Diaphragm fastening rod
02 Bell 02 Bell
03 Top diaphragm disc 03 Top diaphragm disc
04 Bottom diaphragm disc 04 Bottom diaphragm disc
05 Diaphragm x 05 Diaphragm x
06 Diaphragm housing Diaphragm 06 Diaphragm housing Diaphragm
07 Guide bush 07 Guide bush
08 Spring seat 08 Spring seat
09 Compensation piston Diaphragm 09 Compensation piston Diaphragm
10 Valve stem 10 Valve stem
11 Valve body 11 Valve body
12 Valve rubber holder 12 Valve rubber holder
13 Valve 13 Valve
14 Valve stem guide bush 14 Bottom compensation piston er
15 Support cage 15 Support cage
16 Metal-foam cylinder 16 Metal-foam cylinder
17 Bottom cover 17 Bottom cover
18 -- 18 Valve guiding
19 Name plate 19 Name plate
20 Restriction 20 Restriction
21 Elbow coupling 21 Elbow coupling
22 Ring 22 Ring
23 Locking nut 23 Locking nut
24 Eye bolt 24 Eye bolt
25 O-ring x 25 O-ring x
26 O-ring x 26 O-ring x
27 Spring 27 Spring
28 Socket head screw 28 Socket head screw
29 O-ring x 29 O-ring x
30 Drive screw 30 Drive screw
31 Socket head screw 31 Socket head screw
32 Washer 32 Washer
33 Socket head screw 33 Socket head screw
35 O-ring x 35 O-ring x
36 O-ring x 36 O-ring x
37 O-ring x 37 O-ring x
38 O-ring x 38 O-ring x
39 Circlip 39 Circlip
40 Socket "low"head screw x 40 Socket "low"head screw x
41 O-ring x 41 O-ring x
42 O-ring x 42 O-ring x
44 -- 44 Quad-ring x
45 -- 45 O-ring x
46 O-ring x 46 O-ring x
47 Locking nut 47 Locking nut
48 Hexacon bolt 48 Hexacon bolt
49 Washer 49 Washer
50 Straight coupling 50 Straight coupling
51 Ring 51 Ring
52 -- 52 Straight coupling
53 -- 53 Ring
55 Plug 55 Plug
56 Plug 56 Plug
57 Ring 57 Ring
58 Ring 58 Ring
79 Cap 79 Cap
83 Spring seat 83 Spring seat
84 Disc spring 84 Spring seat

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5.9 R100S(M) 2” t/m 8”

Figure 11: Component drawing R100S-2” to 8”

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Figure 12: Component drawing R100SM- 2” to 8”

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5.9.1 Partslist R100S (M) 2” t/m 8” See figures 11 and 12 for component drawing.

PARTS LIST R100S (M) 2” T/M 8”

R100 (S) R100M
Pos Name Spare Pos Name Spare
01 Diaphragm fastening rod 01 Diaphragm fastening rod
02 Bell 02 Bell
03 Top diaphragm disc 03 Top diaphragm disc
04 Bottom diaphragm disc 04 Bottom diaphragm disc
05 Diaphragm x 05 Diaphragm x
06 Diaphragm housing 06 Diaphragm housing
07 Guide bush 07 Guide bush
08 Spring seat 08 --
09 Compensation piston 09 Top compensation piston
10 Valve stem 10 Valve stem
11 Valve body 11 Valve body
12 Valve rubber holder 12 Valve rubber holder
13 Valve 13 Valve
14 Valve stem guide bush 14 Bottom compensation piston
15 Support cage 15 Support cage
16 Metal-foam cylinder 16 Metal-foam cylinder
17 Bottom cover 17 Bottom cover
18 -- 18 Valve guiding
19 Name plate 19 Name plate
20 Restriction 20 Restriction
21 Straight coupling 21 Straight coupling
22 Ring 22 Ring
23 Locking nut 23 Locking nut
24 Eye bolt 24 Eye bolt
25 O-ring x 25 O-ring x
26 O-ring x 26 O-ring x
27 Spring 27 Spring
28 Socket head screw 28 Socket head screw
29 O-ring x 29 O-ring x
30 Drive screw 30 Drive screw
31 Stud bolt 31 Stud bolt
32 Hexagon nut 32 Hexagon nut
33 Stud bolt 33 Stud bolt
34 Hexagon nut 34 Hexagon nut
35 O-ring x 35 O-ring x
36 O-ring x 36 O-ring x
37 O-ring x 37 O-ring x
38 O-ring x 38 O-ring x
39 Circlip 39 Circlip
40 Socket "low"head screw x 40 Socket "low"head screw x
41 O-ring x 41 O-ring x
42 O-ring x 42 O-ring x
44 -- 44 Quad-ring x
45 -- 45 O-ring x
46 O-ring x 46 O-ring x
47 Locking nut 47 Locking nut
48 Hexagon bolt 48 Hexagon bolt
49 Washer 49 Washer
50 Straight coupling 50 Straight coupling
51 Ring 51 Ring
52 -- 52 Straight coupling
53 -- 53 Ring
54 Set screw hex.socket 54 Set screw hex.socket
55 Plug 55 Plug
56 Plug 56 Plug
57 Ring 57 Ring
58 Ring 58 Ring
59 Set screw hex.socket 59 Set screw hex.socket

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6. Failures

Failure Cause Solution

Regulated pressure too high The pilot of the active regulator is Slightly turn the adjusting screw of
set too high. the pilot spring back until the
required pressure has been
reached.
The active regulator has failed and Investigate failing action of the
the monitor regulator is in operation. active regulator.
Only in the event of very low Repair heating function.
ambient / operating temperatures.
The pilot heating has failed.
Regulated pressure too low The pilot of the active regulator is Slightly turn the adjusting screw of
set too low. the pilot in until the required
pressure has been reached.
The pressure drop across the If possible, increase the inlet
regulating body is less than 0.5 bar. pressure.
The valve of the regulating body is Heavy soiling of the low-noise cage.
all the way open. The system cannot
supply enough pressure.
The setpoint of the acceleration pilot Set the setpoint of the acceleration
is too close to the setpoint of the pilot higher.
monitor regulator.
No inlet pressure. See if safety shut-off valve has
failed or if the monitor regulator is
closed or trace its cause.
Insufficient stabiliser pressure. Check the stabiliser filter for soil.
Only in the event of very low Repair heating function.
ambient / operating temperatures.
The pilot heating has failed.
Monitor regulator active during Pressure equation between monitor Screw the adjusting screw of the
normal operation. regulator and active regulator has monitor pilot a little further in or the
been chosen too tight. adjusting screw of the regulator pilot
a little further out.
The setpoint of the acceleration pilot Set the setpoint of the acceleration
is too close to the setpoint of the pilot higher.
monitor regulator.
Safety shut-off valve responds The setpoint of the acceleration pilot Set the setpoint of the acceleration
before the monitor regulator has and/or monitor pilot is too high or too pilot and/or monitor pilot lower or set
taken action. close to the setpoint of the safety the setpoint of the safety shut-off
shut-off valve. valve higher.
Increasing outlet pressure at zero A component is untight. See paragraph 4.10
offtake.

Failure Signs Cause Solution

High-frequent variations Reciprocating outlet If reciprocating does not Fit a restriction in the
at regulated pressure. pressure < 0.2 sec. disappear when regulating bottom coupling of the
gas loaded, the cause is in regulator, start with a 3mm
the interaction between restriction. Instead of
process and regulator. restrictions, a needle valve
can also be fitted.
High-frequent variations This is often audible by a Stabiliser is too active. Fit a smaller restriction in
stabiliser pressure humming sound from the the stabiliser. Standard,
regulating pilot. On the the pilot is provided with a
pressure gauge of the 0.7mm restriction. Seal the
regulating pilot, which thread with Loctite 577.
indicates the stabiliser Restrictions are available
pressure, this vibration will on request.
also be visible.

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Failure Signs Cause

Low-frequent variations regulated Reciprocating of the outlet pressure Tracing the cause is not easy. It is
pressure. > 0.2 sec. therefore better to first aim at
counteracting the phenomenon
step-by-step.
Solution 1 Solution 2 Solution 3
Lower the stabiliser pressure by Let the regulator regulate gas If 2 has no effect at all, you can try
further screwing in set screw 6. This loaded. If reciprocating does not replacing the pilot spring by a spring
reduces the effect of the stabiliser disappear, you have to do with the with a greater stiffness (higher
pressure on the 2nd control stage of natural resonance of the regulator. If adjustable outlet pressure).
the pilot. This will often solve the it does disappear, it definitely has to
problem. If not, continue with do with the combination pilot-
solution 2. regulator-process. The solution lies
in fitting a restriction plate in
connection 3 of the regulator. Start
with a 1mm restriction.
Solution 4 Solution 5.
Try a combination of 1, 2, 3. Another possible cause of
reciprocating is increased friction of
the movable parts of the regulating
system. In this connection you can
think of ageing of the dynamic
sealings and soil accumulation at
the guides. However, this can only
be established by carrying out
maintenance. Soil accumulation in
or badly running of guides is in
some cases audible in the form of
noise.

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