Description
This 3-day course uses practical exercises and discussions to teach the student to interpret and analyze diagnostic data obtained using FIELDVUE Digital Valve Controllers and ValveLink software. Students will perform diagnostic tests on a variety of valve/actuator combinations and use the data to determine bench set, dynamic error band, seat load, spring rate and other pertinent parameters. Students will also perform comparison tests on valves/ actuators containing assembly or operating flaws and use the data for troubleshooting purposes.
Topics
• Review of ValveLink Diagnostic Tests
• Data Interpretation
• Troubleshooting Techniques
• Comparison Testing Techniques
• Performance Diagnostics
Audience
This course teaches the techniques necessary to collect and interpret valve diagnostic tests performed using ValveLink software.
Prerequisites
Students must have completed one of the following: 1751, 1752, 7036, or 1760V Series (1760V, 1761V, 1762V, 1763V). Completion of 1400, 1700, and 1450 are recommended if additional experience with valve maintenance and basic troubleshooting is needed.
