Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual for

Weight Loaded Fiberglass Valves

Models 1200A, 1220A, 1260A, 1300A, 1360A, 2300A, 1720A, 1760A

IOM 1200AFBG.1
MAY 2006

IOM 1200AFBG.1
REV. A 12541
TABLE OF CONTENTS: venting depends upon the tank size, volatility of
the tank contents, the pumping rates and the
DESCRIPTION PAGE temperature. Refer to API Standard 2000 for the
Introduction 1 procedures to determine venting requirements.
Valve Design & Function 2 Relief valves must be carefully maintained by a
Safety Warnings 3 qualified valve technician. It should only be
Inspection and Storage 3 assembled under clean conditions, preferably in a
Installation 3-4 service shop environment. Carefully read and
Maintenance 5-6 understand this manual before installing or
Test Procedure 7 attempting to repair a valve. Groth Corporation or
a factory authorized repair center offers repair
LIST OF FIGURES services for all products manufactured by the Tank
Fig. 1- Typical Tank Installation 2 Protection Division.
Fig. 2- Pressure Relief - Operation 2
The table below shows the six different valve
Fig. 3- Vacuum Relief - Operation 2
Models covered in this manual and indicates their
Fig. 4- Required Pallet Clearance 5
Pressure (P) and/or Vacuum (V) relief capabilities.
Fig. 5- Pallet Assembly Detail - FRP 6
Fig. 6- Pallet Assembly Detail - Kynar 6
Model P V Description
Fig. 7- Typical Valve Cross-Section 6
1200A   Vent to atmosphere
Fig. 8- Model 1200A Valve 8
Fig. 9- Model 1220A Valve 9 1220A   Vent to Header
Fig. 10- Model 1260A Valve 10 1260A/  Vent to Header
Fig. 11- Model 1300A Valve 11 1760A
Fig. 12- Model 1360A Valve 12 1300A  Top mounted
Fig. 13- Model 2300A Valve 13 1360A  Side mounted
Model Identification 15 2300A  Vent to atmosphere
Product Limited Warranty 15 For a list of abbreviations used in this manual,
refer to page 14. For information not contained in
LIST OF TABLES this manual, please contact:
Table 1 - Bolt Torque (Installation) 4
Table 2 - Fiberglass Valve Weights 4 Groth Corporation
Table 3 - Spare Parts P/N 5 13650 N. Promenade Blvd
Table 4 - Pallet Assembly Weights 6 Stafford, Texas, 77477
Table 5 – List of Abbreviations 14 281-295-6800(Phone)
Table 6 – FRP Resin Options 14 281-295-6995(Fax)
The nameplate below shows the basic information
INTRODUCTION: that is listed for each relief valve:
Pressure and/or vacuum relief valves are used on
liquid storage tanks and other process vessels or
systems to prevent structural damage due to
excess internal pressure or vacuum.
Storage tanks are pressurized when liquid is
pumped in, compressing the existing vapor or
when rising temperatures cause increased
evaporation or expansion of existing vapor.
Conversely, a vacuum condition may be created
when pumping out or due to falling temperature.
To prevent tank damage, vapor must be allowed
into or out of the tank at specified
pressure/vacuum conditions. The volume rate of

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VALVE DESIGN AND FUNCTION:

Fig. 1 - Typical Tank Installation

Tank protection equipment typically includes an

Installation Notes: (See Fig. 1 above)
operating valve which is designed to provide
pressure/vacuum relief under normal pump in/out and 1. Minimum clearance between tank roof and vacuum
thermal breathing conditions. An emergency relief inlet port must be at least equal to the valves’
valve can also provide both pressure and vacuum relief nominal flange bore.
and normally it is sized to provide pressure relief if there 2. Tank nozzle bore must be > or = valve inlet flange
is a fire in the immediate vicinity of the tank. It may also bore.
be sized by the tank designer to provide protection in 3. Inlet and outlet piping loads must be supported by
the event of equipment failure (such as the rupture of a appropriate structural supports, NOT by the valve
process steam line or an inert gas blanketing system body.
failing “wide open”) or operator error.
A typical tank installation is shown in Fig. 1 which
includes the following Groth products:
 Model 1220A ‘P/V’ Weight Loaded Valve
 Model 3000 Gas Blanketing Regulator
 Model 2000 Emergency ‘P’ Relief Valve

Pressure Relief: As the pressure in the storage tank

increases, the vacuum pallet is held shut. When the set Fig. 2- Pressure Relief
pressure is reached, the pressure pallet lifts and
relieves to atmosphere (or to a header if it is a pipe
away valve). See Fig. 2.
Vacuum Relief: As a vacuum is drawn in the storage
tank (for example, when fluid is being pumped out), the
pressure pallet is held shut by atmospheric pressure.
When the vacuum setting is reached, the pallet lifts and
air is drawn in from the atmosphere. See Fig. 3.
Fig. 3 - Vacuum Relief

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SAFETY WARNINGS: DO NOT mix pressure/vacuum pallet assemblies.
Failure to ensure that both pallet assemblies are
This section is an overview of safety guidelines installed in the correct location can change the
that should be followed during the installation, pressure and vacuum relief settings. This can
operation and maintenance of Groth Pressure/ cause a tank failure.
Vacuum Relief Valves. To understand the context DO NOT attempt to remove the valve from the
of these instructions and warnings, it is necessary tank or process vessel without first bleeding all
to completely read and understand the contents of pressure from the system. ALTERNATIVE
this manual. MEANS OF PRESSURE RELIEF MUST BE
The purpose of a weight loaded pressure/vacuum PROVIDED WHEN THE VALVE IS OUT OF
relief valve is to prevent excessive pressure or SERVICE.
vacuum in a tank or process system. The valve The valve has been exposed to process vapors
must be designed for the proper MAWP and flow while in service. Observe all plant procedures and
requirements of the system. Consult API Standard Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for the
2000 for tank protection sizing procedures. An products in the system when inspecting, adjusting
improperly specified or functioning relief valve may or servicing the valve. Take appropriate safety
result in structural damage to the tank or system, precautions regarding eye protection, respiration
and can cause severe personal injury or death. and skin contact.
Valves are set at the factory according to purchase The tank pressure required to discharge the
specifications. Do NOT change pressure ratings normal or emergency venting requirements of the
by adding additional weights to the pallet assembly tank will be increased by the amount of back
without consulting the factory or your local Groth pressure in the discharge header, on a pipe away
representative. Adding weights to a valve may valve configuration. Maximum possible discharge
restrict pallet lift and reduce the valves’ rated flow header pressure must be considered when sizing
capacity. the pressure relief valve.

INSPECTION AND STORAGE:

The pressure/vacuum relief valve is carefully Groth's weight loaded Pressure/Vacuum Relief
packaged to prevent damage or contamination Valves are designed to provide tank protection for
during shipping. Inspect all equipment when it is both pressure and/or vacuum to +/-1 PSIG
received; report any damage to the carrier settings. The valves provide full rated flow
immediately. The valve should be protected capacity at 100% over-pressure. Consult factory
during handling and storage. Keep all the ports for performance under other conditions.
plugged to prevent intrusion of foreign materials.
Before installation, inspect the unit for indications WARNING: All valves must be installed level as
of physical damage or internal contamination. If shown in Fig 1. To achieve nominal flow capacity,
these are observed, the valve must be the tank nozzle bore must be at least the same
disassembled, cleaned and repaired before nominal dimension as the relief valve inlet port.
installation.
This series of valves all have 150# ANSI flange
INSTALLATION: drilling compatibility. Torque guidelines are listed
A typical valve installation on a tank or vessel is in Table 1. The valves are NOT rated for full
illustrated in Fig.1 on Page 2 using a Model 1220A flange pressure and do not require high bolting
Pressure/Vacuum Relief Valve. torque. Consult factory for special applications.

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The following guidelines should be 5. Center the gasket within the bolt circle.
observed at installation:
6. Lift the valve carefully using one or more
1. Inspect the gasket seating surface of the tank fabric slings to support both pressure &
nozzle flange. It must be clean, free of vacuum chambers.
scratches, corrosion, tool marks, and flat.
7. Set the valve carefully on the nozzle. Install
2. Fiberglass valves are furnished with flat face the studs & tighten nuts hand tight.
flanges; they must ONLY be installed on a
mating flat face flange with a full faced gasket. 8. Torque all fasteners to half the value listed
in Table 1 in a staggered, alternating
3. Inspect the gasket; make sure that the material
is suitable for the application. pattern.

4. Lubricate all studs and nuts with an 9. Make sure that the flanges are not
appropriate thread lubricant. If the valve will distorted and that the gasket is evenly
see high temperature service or stainless steel compressed. Make up the final torque and
fasteners are used, apply an anti-seize check that no further nut rotation occurs at
compound such as moly-disulfide. the torque value specified in Table 1
below:

TABLE 1 - Bolt Torque & Stud Specifications - ANSI #150 FF Flange Connections

Mounting Bolt Torque Number Bolts Stud Specifications

Flange Flat Face Total Thread Stud Qty
Lb. - Ft. kg. - m UNC Length
2" 25 3.5 4 5/8" - 11 3.00 4
3" 40 5.5 4 5/8" - 11 3.50 4
4" 40 5.5 8 5/8" - 11 3.50 8
6" 40 5.5 8 3/4" - 10 3.75 8
8" 55 7.5 8 3/4" - 10 4.00 8
10" 60 8.5 12 7/8" - 9 4.50 12
12" 80 11.0 12 7/8" - 9 4.50 12
Notes:
1. Do NOT bolt a FF FRP body to a RF tank nozzle.
2. Stud Length is based on standard ANSI mating flange, standard hex nut and two narrow series flat washers.

TABLE 2 – Fiberglass Valve Weights

Size 1200A 1220A 1260A/1760A 1300A 1360A 2300A

Lb. Kg. Lb. Kg. Lb. Kg. Lb. Kg. Lb. Kg. Lb. Kg.
2" 18 8.3 20 9.3 13 5.9 5 2.3 8 3.8 10 4.4
3" 32 14.6 36 16.4 23 10.4 10 4.4 11 4.8 18 8.0
4" 49 22.5 55 24.9 36 16.5 15 7.0 16 7.3 26 11.9
6" 101 45.7 114 51.8 73 33.3 29 13.1 31 14.1 51 23.2
8" 149 67.8 168 76.6 112 50.7 46 20.7 44 20.1 78 35.5
10" 219 99.4 233 105.9 159 72.2 66 29.9 60 27.5 123 55.7
12" 289 131.6 314 142.7 216 98.1 95 43.2 77 34.9 167 76.0
Note: Based on pressure setting = 1 PSIG & Vacuum setting = 2 Oz./Sq.In. (where applicable)

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MAINTENANCE: It is recommended that all soft goods including
diaphragms, O-Rings and cover gasket are
Groth Corporation recommends that all service replaced. For a list of recommended spare parts
performed on a pressure/vacuum relief valve be see the drawings on pages 8 – 13.
done at the factory or a factory authorized repair
NOTE: If the seat(s) are damaged, it is
center. Trained mechanics with specialized test
recommended that the body be returned to the
equipment will ensure that the valve is accurately
factory for repairs.
set.
5. If the stems are replaced, verify that the
It is important to regularly inspect the diaphragm,
replacement component is the same length as the
guides (body & cover) and seating surfaces to
original stem. Note that stem engagement in the
ensure the valve can open freely. Refer to Fig. 5 -
guide is approximately 0.75” for 2” - 4” sizes and
7 on the next page which illustrate a typical
1.00” for 6” - 12” sizes.
Pressure/Vacuum relief valve when disassembling
the unit. Also inspect the valve body – especially 6. Verify that the pallet assembly(s) are installed
at all tie-ins between flange & pipe sections for in the proper location. Assemble in reverse order.
signs of corrosion or deterioration. Make sure that pallet is flat on the seat and that
the stem is not cocked at an angle when the
WARNING: Before disassembling valve carefully weatherhood and pressure/vacuum cover(s) are
read and understand the Safety Warnings listed on installed. Tighten all fasteners firmly.
page 3.
WARNING: When assembling a P/V valve,
1. Loosen and remove all nuts and washers. always use the correct length stem, put the
pressure and vacuum pallet assembly(s) back in
2. Lift off the pressure and/or vacuum cover(s).
their original location and ensure that the stem is
The weatherhood and weatherhood posts have a
straight and fits into the guide in the cover or
snug fit. Loosen the hex nuts that retain the
weatherhood.
weatherhood posts in the body a few turns; this will
allow the weatherhood to be removed easily. 1. If the stem length is too long, pallet lift will be
restricted; the valve will not attain its full rated
3. Remove the pressure and/or pallet assembly(s) flow capacity.
by firmly grasping the stem and lifting straight up. 2. If the pressure and vacuum pallet assemblies
Depending on the pressure/vacuum settings of the are mixed at assembly, the settings will be
particular valve, weight plates are added to the changed.
pallet assembly. (Note that in most instances, 3. If the stem is cocked at an angle, pallet lift may
these are integral with the pallet.) The weights and be completely blocked.
pallets MUST be reinstalled in their original
locations. Make sure that all weight plates stay An over-pressure can occur if any of these three
with the appropriate pallet assembly. Tag the conditions happens. This can cause a tank failure,
assemblies "Pressure" and "Vacuum" as they are severe personal injury and material damage.
removed from the valve.
4. Carefully inspect the body for corrosion,
damage or product build up. Also inspect the guide
hole in the vacuum cover. Check the seating
surfaces for pitting, corrosion or product build up.

Required Pallet Clearance

Fig. 4 Size Pressure Vacuum
Required 2” 1.3” 1”
Pallet 3” 1.95” 1.5”
Clearance 4” 2.6” 2”
6” 3.9” 3”
8” 5.2” 4”
10” 6.5” 5”
12” 7.8” 6”

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TABLE 3: Part Numbers - Spare Parts *
Valve Size
Component Stem 2" 3" 4" 6" 8" 10" 12"
Dphgm, 10 mil FEP Alloy 83064001 82561001 82358001 82412001 82283001 83173001 82376001
C276

Dphgm, 20 mil FEP Alloy 83064002 82561002 82358002 82412002 82283002 83173002 82376002
C276

Dphgm, 10 mil FEP PVDF 83064101 82561101 82358101 82412101 82283101 83173101 82376101

Dphgm, 20 mil FEP PVDF 83064102 82561102 82358102 82412102 82283102 83173102 82376102

Gasket ----- 83065001 82562001 82352001 82414001 82282001 83697001 91018001

Setting < 4 OSI 4 - 8 OSI 8 - 12 OSI 12 - 16 OSI

Diaphragm 10 mil 20 mil 10 mil 20 mil 10 mil 20 mil 10 mil 20 mil

Quantity 1 --- --- 1 1 1 --- 2

* Please provide the valve serial number and pressure/vacuum setting(s) when ordering replacement pallet
assembly components.

Fig. 5 - Pallet Assembly Detail – FRP/Alloy C276 Fig. 6 - Pallet Assembly Detail – All PVDF

Standard pallet assembly components are the If the pressure or vacuum setting is lower than what
specified FRP material with Alloy C276 stem (if the can be attained with the standard FRP/Alloy C276
pressure or vacuum setting is above the minimum pallet assembly, an all PVDF assembly is available.
setting). The pallet, retainer plate and diaphragm The pallet, retainer plate and diaphragm are
are attached to the stem with a flat washer, lock attached to the stem using double Fluoropolymer
washer and hex nut which are generally noted as hex nuts (Item 21). The all PVDF assembly is
items 12, 13 & 14 for each available model. available for both pressure and vaccum ports for all
models and sizes.

The drawings of all six models follow in Figures 8 – 13. Representative Bill of Materials are
structured as follows for each model.
 Column 1: Epoxy Vinyl Ester Presin 411-45 FRP with Alloy C276 internal metal components.
 Column 2: Epoxy Vinyl Ester Presin 411-45 FRP with PVDF pallet assemblies.
 Column 3: Epoxy Vinyl Ester Presin 470-36 FRP with Alloy C276 internal metal components.
 Column 4: Furan FRP with Alloy C276 internal metal components.
Note that the PVDF pallet assemblies can be used with any FRP material.

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TEST PROCEDURE:
ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA: The pressure gauge
1. A chart showing nominal pallet assembly shall maintain a pressure equal to or greater than
weights for three common units of pressure is 75% of set pressure for a one minute period while
shown below in Table 4. Before starting to the specified flow rate is maintained.
reassemble a valve, calculate the nominal
pressure and vacuum pallet assembly weights. 3. If the valve fails to meet the 75% criteria, it must
Weigh both pallet assemblies to ensure the correct be disassembled and the seat, pallet, and or
settings. diaphragms repaired or replaced.

2. After final assembly, mount the valve on a Tank 4. Complete a Test Report indicating the actual
Vent Test Stand (TVTS) and slowly raise the pallet assembly weight and the peak pressure
pressure at the flow rate specified below: achieved at the specified Test Flow Rate.
5. A copy of the Test Report shall be maintained
Valve Size Test Flow Rate with the Valve Maintenance Records.
2" - 6" 0.5 SCFH
8"- 12" 5.0 SCFH

TABLE 4 - Nominal Pallet Assembly Weight Per Unit of Pressure (*)

Valve Size
SET 2" 3" 4" 6" 8" 10" 12"
[Lb.] [kg] [Lb.] [kg] [Lb.] [kg] [Lb.] [kg] [Lb.] [kg] [Lb.] [kg] [Lb.] [kg]
1.0 OSI 0.22 0.10 0.48 0.22 0.84 0.38 1.84 0.84 3.24 1.47 5.03 2.29 7.22 3.28
1.0 IN WC 0.13 0.06 0.28 0.13 0.48 0.22 1.06 0.48 1.87 0.85 2.91 1.32 4.17 1.90
1.0 mbar 0.05 0.02 0.11 0.05 0.19 0.09 0.43 0.19 0.75 0.34 1.17 0.53 1.67 0.76

Example: Pallet Assembly Weight Calculation (PAW)

6" Valve set at 7.5 OSI Read weight at 1.0 OSI from table Weight = 1.84 Lb.
Multiple weight by set pressure PAW (*)= 1.84 x 7.5 = 13.8 Lb.

(*) = Includes pallet, retainer plate, stem, diaphragm, weight plates (integral w/ pallet) & fasteners.

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 Groth Model 1200A Pressure/Vacuum Relief Valve
Fig. 8

Epoxy Vinyl Ester Resin

ITEM DESCRIPTION 411-45 411-45 – 470-36 Furan
PVDF
1 Body 411-45 411-45 470-36 Furan
2 Hex Nut 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
3 Lock Washer 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
4 Flat Washer 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
5 Weatherhood 411-45 411-45 470-36 Furan
6 Stem-Pressure Alloy C276 PVDF Alloy C276 Alloy C276
7 Nut 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
8 Weatherhood Post Alloy C276 Alloy C276 Alloy C276 Alloy C276
9 Pallet-Pressure 411-45 PVDF 470-36 Furan
10 * Diaphragm (Press/Vac.) FEP FEP FEP FEP
11 Retainer Plate-Pressure 411-45 PVDF 470-36 Furan
12 Hex Nut Not Used Floropolymer Not Used Not Used
13 Hex Bolt 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
14 Cover 411-45 411-45 470-36 Furan
15 * Gasket-Cover * Floropolymer Floropolymer Floropolymer Floropolymer
16 Stem-Vacuum Alloy C276 PVDF Alloy C276 Alloy C276
17 Pallet-Vacuum 411-45 PVDF 470-36 Furan
18 Retainer Plate-Vacuum 411-45 Kynar 470-36 Furan
19 Screen – Vacuum (Optional) PVC PVC PVC PVC
20 Flat Washer (NS) Hastelloy C Not Used Hastelloy C Hastelloy C
21 Lock Washer (NS) Hastelloy C Not Used Hastelloy C Hastelloy C
22 Hex Nut (NS) Hastelloy C Not Used Hastelloy C Hastelloy C
23 Screen-Weatherhood PVC PVC PVC PVC
* = Recommended Spare Parts
Refer to Fig. 5 & 6 on p. 6 for pallet assembly fastener information.

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 Groth Model 1220A Pressure/Vacuum Relief Valve
Fig. 9

Epoxy Vinyl Ester Resin

ITEM NAME 411-45 411-45 - PVDF 470-36 Furan
1 Body 411-45 411-45 470-36 Furan
2 Cover, Pressure 411-45 411-45 470-36 Furan
3 Stem, Pressure Alloy C276 PVDF Alloy C276 Alloy C276
4 Hex Bolt 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
5 Hex Nut 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
6 Flat Washer 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
7 Lock Washer 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
8 * Gasket Fluoropolymer Fluoropolymer Fluoropolymer Fluoropolymer
9 Pallet, Pressure 411-45 PVDF 470-36 Furan
10 * Diaphragm, Pres. FEP FEP FEP FEP
11 Ret. Plate, Pres. 411-45 PVDF 470-36 Furan
12 Hex Nut (NS) Alloy C276 Not Used Alloy C276 Alloy C276
13 Flat Washer (NS) Alloy C276 Not Used Alloy C276 Alloy C276
14 Lock Washer (NS) Alloy C26 Not Used Alloy C276 Alloy C276
15 Stem, Vacuum Alloy C276 PVDF Alloy C276 Alloy C276
16 Cover, Vacuum 411-45 411-45 470-36 Furan
17 Pallet, Vacuum 411-45 PVDF 470-36 Furan
18 * Diaphragm, Vac. FEP FEP FEP FEP
19 Ret. Plate, Vac 411-45 PVDF 470-36 Furan
20 Screen (Optional) PVC PVC PVC PVC
21 Hex Nut (NS) Not Used Fluoropolymer Not Used Not Used
* = Recommended Spare Parts
Refer to Fig. 5 & 6 on p. 6 for pallet assembly fastener information.

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 Groth Model 1260A/1760A Pressure/Vacuum Relief Valve
Fig. 10

Epoxy Vinyl Ester Resin

ITEM NAME 411-45 411-45 w/ PVDF 470-36 Furan
1 Body 411-45 411-45 470-36 Furan
2 * Gasket Fluoropolymer Fluoropolymer Fluoropolymer Fluoropolymer
3 Hex Bolt 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
4 Hex Nut 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
5 Flat Washer 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
6 Lock Washer 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
7 Cover 411-45 411-45 470-36 Furan
8 Stem-Pressure Alloy C276 PVDF Alloy C276 Alloy C276
9 Pallet 411-45 PVDF 470-36 Furan
10 * Diaphragm FEP FEP FEP FEP
11 Retainer Plate 411-45 PVDF 470-36 Furan
12 Hex Nut (NS) Alloy C276 Not Used Alloy C276 Alloy C276
13 Flat Washer (NS) Alloy C276 Not Used Alloy C276 Alloy C276
14 Lock Washer (NS) Alloy C276 Not Used Alloy C276 Alloy C276
21 Hex Nut (NS) Not Used Fluoropolymer Not Used Not Used
* = Recommended Spare Parts
Refer to Fig. 5 & 6 on p. 6 for pallet assembly fastener information.

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 Groth Model 1300A Pressure/Vacuum Relief Valve
Fig. 11

Epoxy Vinyl Ester Resin

ITEM NAME 411-45 411-45 w/ PVDF 470-36 Furan
1 Body 411-45 411-45 470-36 Furan
2 Cover 411-45 411-45 470-36 Furan
3 Stem Alloy C276 PVDF Alloy C276 Alloy C276
4 Hex Bolt 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
5 Hex Nut 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
6 Flat Washer 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
7 Lock Washer 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
8 * Gasket Fluoropolymer Fluoropolymer Fluoropolymer Fluoropolymer
9 Pallet 411-45 PVDF 470-36 Furan
10 * Diaphragm FEP FEP FEP FEP
11 Retainer Plate 411-45 PVDF 470-36 Furan
12 Flat Washer (NS) Alloy C276 Not Used Alloy C276 Alloy C276
13 Lock Washer (NS) Alloy C276 Not Used Alloy C276 Alloy C276
14 Hex Nut (NS) Alloy C276 Not Used Alloy C276 Alloy C276
15 Screen (Opt.) PVC PVC PVC PVC
21 Hex Nut (NS) Not Used Fluoropolymer Not Used Not Used

* = Recommended Spare Parts

Refer to Fig. 5 & 6 on p. 6 for pallet assembly fastener information.

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 Groth Model 1360A Pressure/Vacuum Relief Valve
Fig. 12

Epoxy Vinyl Ester Resin

ITEM NAME 411-45 411-45 470-36 Furan
1 Body 411-45 411-45 470-36 Furan
2 * Gasket Fluoropolymer Fluoropolymer Fluoropolymer Fluoropolymer
3 Hex Bolt 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
4 Hex Nut 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
5 Flat Washer 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
6 Lock Washer 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
7 Cover 411-45 411-45 470-36 Furan
8 Stem - Vacuum Alloy C276 PVDF Alloy C276 Alloy C276
9 Pallet 411-45 PVDF 470-36 Furan
10 * Diaphragm FEP FEP FEP FEP
11 Retainer Plate 411-45 PVDF 470-36 Furan
12 Hex Nut (NS) Alloy C276 Not Used Alloy C276 Alloy C276
13 Flat Washer (NS) Alloy C276 Not Used Alloy C276 Alloy C276
14 Lock Washer (NS) Alloy C276 Not Used Alloy C276 Alloy C276
15 Screen (Opt.) (NS) PVC PVC PVC PVC
21 Hex Nut (NS) Not Used Fluoropolymer Not Used Not Used

* = Recommended Spare Parts

Refer to Fig. 5 & 6 on p. 6 for pallet assembly fastener information.

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 Groth Model 2300A Pressure/Vacuum Relief Valve
Fig. 13

Epoxy Vinyl Ester Resin

ITEM NAME 411-45 411-45 w/ Kynar 470-36 Furan
1 Body 411-45 411-45 470-36 Furan
2 Weatherhood 411-45 411-45 470-36 Furan
3 Stem Alloy C276 PVDF Alloy C276 Alloy C276
4 Hex Nut 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
5 Flat Washer 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
6 Lock Washer 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
7 Hex Nut 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS 316 SS
8 Weatherhood Post Alloy C276 Alloy C276 Alloy C276 Alloy C276
9 Screen PVC PVC PVC PVC
10 Pallet 411-45 PVDF 470-36 Furan
11 * Diaphragm FEP FEP FEP FEP
12 Retainer Plate 411-45 PVDF 470-36 Furan
13 Hex Nut Alloy C276 Not Used Alloy C276 Alloy C276
14 Flat Washer Alloy C276 Not Used Alloy C276 Alloy C276
15 Lock Washer Alloy C276 Not Used Alloy C276 Alloy C276
21 Hex Nut (NS) Not Used Fluoropolymer Not Used Not Used

* = Recommended Spare Parts

Refer to Fig. 5 & 6 on p. 6 for pallet assembly fastener information.

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Table 6: LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS

ANSI American National Standard Lb.-Ft. Pound Foot PRES Pressure

S
API American Petroleum Institute MAWP Max Allowable Work.g Press. P/N Part Number
cm Centimeter mil Thousands Of An Inch PSIG Pounds Per Square Inch
ERV Emergency Relief Valve mm Millimeter S/N Serial Number
FRP Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet SCFH Standard Cubic Ft Per Hour
In. WC Inches Of Water Column OP Over Pressure SLV Spring Loaded Valve
kg Kilogram OSI Ounces Per Square Inch TVTS Tank Vent Test Stand
kg.m kilogram-meter OZ Ounces VAC Vacuum
Lb. Pound NS Not Shown (on drawing) WLV Weight Loaded Valve

Table 7: LIST OF FIBERGLASS RESINS AVAILABLE FOR VALVE BODY CONSTRUCTION:

Resin Name Manufacturer Max. Temp. 1 Comments

Epoxy Vinyl Ester Dow Chemical Co. 210o F Consult factory or Dow Plastics’ “Chemical Resistance & Engineering
Resin #411-45 Guide” for detailed information related to specific service
recommendations.
Epoxy Vinyl Ester Dow Chemical Co. 250o F 2
Consult factory or Dow Plastics “Chemical Resistance & Engineering
Resin #470-36 Guide” for detailed information related to specific service
recommendations.
Furan Great Lakes Chemical 250o F Often specified where corrosion resistance to both solvents & acids is
required; Consult “QuaCorrResin Catalyst Systems Media Guide.”
Hetron 922 Ashland Chemical 225o F. Excellent resistance to acids, alkalis, hypochlorites and many solvents.
Consult factory or Ashland Chemicals’ “Chlorendic Polyester & Aropol
Resin Selection Guide.”
Chlorendic Ashland Chemical 220o F. Consult factory or Ashland Chemicals’ “Chlorendic Polyester & Aropol
Polyester 197-3 Resin Selection Guide.”
Hetron 800 Ashland Chemical 250o F. Furan resin; excellent resistance to strong alkalis and acids containing
chlorinated organics. Not suitable for oxidizing chemicals; do not use
with chromic or nitric acids, peroxides and hypochlorites.

1. General temperature limitation; consult factory for specific service.

2. In some services, max. temperature is 350o F. – 400o F.

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The nameplate on the Valve contains the Model Number, Serial Number, set pressures and flow capacity at a
specified over-pressure. The Model Number contains additional information about materials of construction, soft
goods and options. The following chart will assist in relating the Model Number to the characteristics of your valve:

MODEL SIZE MATERIAL OPTIONS

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1200A 02" Pallet Z = Special Options

1220A 03" Seat O = No Specials
1260A 04" Body
1300A 06" S = Spacer
1360A 08" 6 = 411-45 (Note 1) O = No Specials
2300A 10" 7 = Furan
1760A 12" Z = Special

SEAT MATERIAL
B = Buna-N
T = Fluoropolymer
V = FKM
Z = Special

Notes:
1. Epoxy Vinyl Ester Resin 411-45 is standard; 470-36 is available (specify as Z = 470-36 Epoxy Vinyl Ester Resin).
2. Pallet Assemblies include standard Alloy C276 stems unless setting can’t be achieved with a lighter material.

EXAMPLE: 1200A-02-666-TOO indicates a 2" Model 1200A with 411-45 Epoxy Vinyl Ester Resin
body, seat & pallet assembly, Fluoropolymer seat diaphragms, Alloy C276 internal fasteners, 316
SS external fasteners and no special options.

PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY

A. Seller warrants that products which are manufactured without limitation thereof, warranties as to marketability,
by Seller, are manufactured in accordance with merchantability, for a particular purpose or use, or
published specifications and free from defects in against infringement of any patent of products. In no
materials and/or workmanship for a period of (12) event shall Seller be liable for any direct, incidental or
twelve months. Seller, at its option, will repair or consequential damages of any nature, or losses or
replace any products returned intact to the factory, expenses resulting from any defective new product or
transportation charges prepaid, which Seller, upon the use of any such product, including any damages for
inspection, shall determine to be defective in material loss of time, inconvenience, or loss of use of any such
and/or workmanship. The foregoing shall constitute the product.
sole remedy for any breach of Seller's warranty.
C. The original Manufacturer shall be solely responsible
B. THERE ARE NO UNDERSTANDINGS, for the design, development, supply, production, and
AGREEMENTS, REPRESENTATIONS, OR performance of its products hereunder, and the
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, (INCLUDING protection of its trade name or names, if any. It
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A assumes no responsibility, for products modified or
PARTICULAR PURPOSE REGARDING PRODUCTS) changed in any way by its agent or customer. Any
UNLESS SPECIFIED IN THE SALES CONTRACT . such modifications or changes to products sold by
THIS CONTRACT STATES THE ENTIRE Seller hereunder shall make the product limited
OBLIGATION OF SELLER. warranty null and void.
Seller makes no warranties, either express or implied, D. The Manufacturer shall be under no obligation to
except as provided herein, including manufacture, sell, or supply, or to continue to
manufacture, sell or supply any of the Products.

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 TABLE 5 - Maximum Vacuum Settings with Resin Encapsulated Lead Weights

Valve Size OSI IN WC mbar

2” 28 48.4 121
3” 32 55.4 138
4” 32 55.4 138
6”
8”
10”
12”

WARNING: Table 5 is based on limiting the dimensions of the pallet weight to ensure that the valve will
achieve rated flow capacity. For most valves, a lead weight is molded integral with the pallet. DO NOT add
additional weight to the pallet assembly without consulting the factory as pallet lift could be restricted. Pallet
lift restriction can cause the tank to be over-pressured to achieve the valves’ rated flow capacity.

Pressure Vacuum
Size FRP/Hast Min. Set PVDF Min. Set FRP/Hast Min. Set PVDF Min. Set
2” KPAP02_6 1.63 OSI KPAP0224 0.51 OSI
3” KPAP03_6 KPAP0324
4” KPAP04_6 KPAP0424
6” KPAP06_6 KPAP0624
8” KPAP08_6 KPAP0824
10” KPAP10_6 KPAP1024
12” KPAP12_6 KPAP1224

Pressure Vacuum
Size FRP/Hast Min. Set PVDF Min. Set FRP/Hast Min. Set PVDF Min. Set
2” KPAP026
3”
4”
6”
8”
10”
12”

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