BS 6683:1985

This standard BS 6683:1985 Guide to installation and use of valves is classified in these ICS categories:

• 23.060.01 Valves in general

This British Standard provides important guidance on the handling, storage, installation, and operation and maintenance of valves.

This standard applies to the installation and use of valves complying with the following valve product standards:

BS 1414	BS 5152	BS 5157	BS 5351
BS 1868	BS 5153	BS 5158	BS 5352
BS 1873	BS 5154	BS 5159	BS 5353
BS 5150	BS 5155	BS 5160	BS 6364
BS 5151	BS 5156	BS 5163

NOTE. The titles of the publications referred to in this standard are listed on the inside back cover.

Provides guidance on the handling, storage, installation and operation and maintenance of valves. It applies particularly for valves for use in petroleum, petrochemical and allied industries and also for valves used for general purposes.