
Manual valve gear operator
A manual gear operator transfers hand-applied motion through a gear mechanism to the valve stem or shaft. The section shows the transmission elements and housing. This assembly is
Specifications & order
A chainwheel allows manual valve operation from a position below or away from the handwheel. The illustrated chainwheel couples to the valve operating mechanism so that hand-applied motion is transmitted through a chain. Specify the installation height, chain reach and mechanical compatibility with the valve. This arrangement is intended to improve access to valves mounted at elevated locations.
| Operation | Manual chainwheel |
|---|---|
| Application | Operation from below |
| Transmission | Chain |