This Universal valve lockout is constructed from tough nylon for extra impact and chemical resistance and stainless steel to avoid corrosion. It is used for precise locking of closing/opening of the ball valves of various sizes and makes. It is designed to lockout all kinds of valves of varying sizes and geometric handle dimensions ( round, square or flat ) up to 1-1/4” thick x 1-5/8” wide and various lengths. Valves can also be locked in the ON or throttled positions for non lock-out applications.
Instructions for use:
- Compress the hand wheel knob to open clamp.
- Place the valve lockout on the valve handle.
- Rotate the ball valve lockout arm against the pipe in the direction of the valve rotation.
- Turn the hand wheel clockwise to tighten the clamp against the valve handle.
- Place padlock in the locking cleat assembly.