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FM 1140 : 1998
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QUICK OPENING VALVES 1/4 INCH THROUGH 2 INCH NOMINAL SIZE
12-01-2013
I. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Purpose
1.2 Scope
1.3 Basis For Requirements
1.4 Basis for FM Approval
1.5 Basis for Continued Approval
1.6 Effective Date
1.7 System of Units
1.8 Applicable Documents
1.9 Definitions
II. GENERAL INFORMATION
2.1 Product Information
2.2 Approval Application Requirements
2.3 Requirements for Sample for Examination
III. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
3.1 Review of Documentation
3.2 Physical or Structural Features
3.3 Materials
3.4 Markings
3.5 Manufacturer's Installation and Operation Instructions
3.6 Calibration
IV. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
4.1 Examination
4.2 Seat Leakage
4.3 Ball or Disk Strength
4.4 Hydrostatic Strength
4.5 Stem Seal
4.6 Operating Force Test
4.7 Durability Test
4.8 Friction Loss Determination
4.9 Stability Test - Disc Type Valves Only
4.10 Additional Tests
V. OPERATIONS REQUIREMENTS
5.1 Demonstrated Quality Control Program
5.2 Facilities and Procedures Audit (F&PA)
5.3 Manufacturer's Responsibilities
5.4 Manufacturing and Production Tests
APPENDIX A: UNITS OF MEASUREMENTS
APPENDIX B: APPROVAL MARKS
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