Service

(with Relief)

VSS Models

GATE ROTOR BLADE INSTALLATION

A)Install damper pin bushing (120) in gate rotor blade (111) from the back side of the blade. Be sure the bushing is fully seated.

B)Place the blade assembly on the gate rotor sup- port. Locating Damper over pin.

C)Install washer (119) and snap ring (130) on gate rotor assembly. The bevel on the snap ring must face away from the gate rotor blade. After the gate rotor blade and support are assembled, there should be a small amount of rotational movement between the gate rotor and support.

D)For installation of the gate rotor assembly and setting of gate rotor clearance, refer to section INSTALLATION (All VSM 301-701 Models).

GATE ROTOR THRUST BEARING REMOVAL

A)Refer to section INSTALLATION (All VSS Models) for removal of the gate rotor bearing housings and gate rotor supports.

B)For removal of thrust bearings on VSM units:

1)Remove bolts (150) from the clamping ring (114).

2)Remove thrust bearing clamping ring.

3)Remove thrust bearings (126) from housing (113).

C)For removal of thrust bearings on VSS units:

1)Remove retaining ring from gate rotor sup- port.

2)Remove bearings from support.

3)Remove bearing retainer from inner race.

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Emerson VSS, VSR, VSM service manual Gate Rotor Blade Installation, Gate Rotor Thrust Bearing Removal

VSS, VSM, VSR specifications

Emerson VSM, VSR, and VSS are advanced technologies designed for process automation and control, often utilized in industrial applications. These systems are part of Emerson's broader portfolio of solutions aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, safety, and reliability.

The Emerson VSM, or Valve Signature Management, focuses on the digital management of valves within a system. One of its main features includes advanced diagnostics that monitor the health and performance of control valves. This technology allows for predictive maintenance, ensuring that valves operate at peak efficiency and reducing the risk of unexpected failures. The VSM utilizes a combination of smart sensors and actuators to gather data, enabling real-time analytics that can enhance decision-making and operational strategies.

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