4.3 Installation position
VAG EKN
®
Butterfly Valves of all nominal widths can
be installed in horizontal position (with the gear facing
up or down).
Up to a nominal diameter of DN 1000, EKN
®
Butterfly Valves may
be installed in vertical position without restrictions (with the gear
facing up or down) in the pipelines. In case of valves with larger
nominal diameters, a special design of the valve must be selected
due to the load of the disk. Please consult VAG before placing
your order.
Picture 13: Installation positions
permissible
impermissible
> DN 1000
vertical installation
position
VAG Operation and Maintenance Instructions • 11
horizontal installation
position