Types S108K and S109K

Instruction Manual
Form 5492

Types S108K and S109K Pressure Reducing

Regulators with Integral Slam-Shut Device
Introduction

Fisher regulators must be installed,

operated and maintained in accordance
with federal, state, and local codes, rules
and regulations, and Fisher instructions.
For LP-Gas service, an approved regulator
(such as one listed by U.L.) should be
used. The installation, in most states,
must comply with NFPA standards.
If the regulator vents gas or a leak develops in the system, service to the unit may
be required. Failure to correct the problem could result in a hazardous condition.

Scope of Manual
This manual provides instructions for the installation,
adjustment, maintenance, and parts ordering for the
Types S108K and S109K pressure regulators with an
integral slam-shut device.

Description

Figure 1. Type S108K or S109K Pressure Regulator

shut is equipped with an integral bypass and internal

pressure registration. The slam-shut devices actions
are independent of the regulator and of variations to
inlet pressure.
In addition, the Type S109K regulator has token
internal relief across the diaphragm to help minimize
minor overpressure conditions, such as thermal
expansion. Any outlet pressure above the start-todischarge point of the nonadjustable relief valve spring
moves the diaphragm off the relief valve seat, allowing
excess pressure to bleed out through the screened
spring case vent.

Specifications
Specifications and ratings for Types S108K and S109K
constructions are listed in the Specifications section
on page 2. The following information is located on the
closing cap: type number, orifice size, spring range,
date of manufacture, and the slam-shut trip point.

D102672X012

Types S108K and S109K direct-operated, springloaded regulators provide economical pressure reducing control in a variety of residential, commercial, and
industrial applications. These regulators can be used
with natural, manufactured, or liquified petroleum
gases. Both regulators have an integral slam-shut
device that provides overpressure protection by
completely shutting off the flow of gas to the downstream system in case of overpressure. The slam-

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Specifications
Available Configurations
Type S108K: Service regulator without
internal relief
Type S109K: Service regulator with token
internal relief

Outlet Pressure Ranges

See table 2

Body Sizes and End Connection Style(1)

3/4-inch (DN 20), 3/4 x 1-inch (DN 20 x 25), or
1-inch (DN 25) NPT screwed

Pressure Registration
Internal

Slam-Shut Pressure Ranges

See table 3

Allowable Inlet Pressures(1)

Maximum Emergency: 150 psig (10,3 bar)
Maximum Operating Pressure: See table 1
Allowable Outlet Pressures(1)
Maximum Emergency (Casing): 25 psig (1,7 bar)
Maximum Operating Pressure to Avoid
Internal Parts Damage: 3 psi (0,21 bar)
above outlet pressure setting
Type S109K Approximate Start-To-Discharge Point
(With Standard Relief Valve Spring)
6 to 12-inches w.c. (15 to 30 mbar) above setpoint

Type S109K Internal Relief Performance

The Type S109K has a token internal relief valve
for relief of minor overpressure conditions, such as
thermal expansion.
Temperature Capabilities(1)
Main Valve: -20 to 160F (-29 to 77C)
Slam-Shut Device: -20 to 140F (-29 to 60C)
Spring Case Vent Connection
Main Valve: 3/4 or 1-inch NPT
Slam-Shut Device: 1/4-inch NPT
Approximate Weight
6 pounds (2,7 kg)

1. The pressure/temperature limits in this instruction manual, and any applicable code or standard limitations, should not be exceeded.

Table 1. Maximum Inlet Pressures and Flow Coefficients

ORIFICE SIZE,
INCH (mm)
3/16
1/4
5/16
7/16

(4,8)
(6,4)
(7,9)
(11,1)

WIDE-OPEN FLOW
COEFFICIENTS
Cg

Cv

26
47
75
118

0.87
1.57
2.50
3.93

MAXIMUM OPERATING INLET PRESSURE TO OBTAIN

GOOD REGULATING PERFORMANCE, PSIG (bar)

C1

3.5 to 28-Inches w.c. (8,5 to 70 mbar)

60
20
12
5

30

1 to 2.5 psig (69 to 172 mbar)

(4,1)
(1,4)
(0,83)
(0,34)

60
40
20
8

(4,1)
(2,8)
(1,4)
(0,55)

Table 2. Outlet Pressure Ranges

OUTLET PRESSURE RANGE

SPRING PART
NUMBER

SPRING
COLOR

SPRING WIRE DIAMETER,

INCH (cm)

SPRING FREE LENGTH,

INCHES (cm)

3.5 to 5.5-inches w.c. (8,5 to 13,8 mbar)

5.5 to 8.5-inches w.c. (13,8 to 21,3 mbar)
8 to 15-inches w.c. (20 to 38 mbar)
14 to 28-inches w.c. (35 to 70 mbar)
1.5 to 2.5 psig (103 to 172 mbar)

1E983927212
1E984027062
1E985127212
1K645127052
T1020027222

Red
Olive drab
Green
Gray
Blue

0.054 (0,137)
0.067 (0,170)
0.080 (0,203)
0.090 (0,229)
0.109 (0,277)

3.50 (8,89)
3.50 (8,89)
3.28 (8,33)
3.34 (8,48)
3.65 (9,27)

Table 3. Slam-Shut Pressure Ranges

SLAM-SHUT PRESSURE RANGE

SPRING PART
NUMBER

SPRING
COLOR

SPRING WIRE DIAMETER,

INCH (mm)

SPRING FREE LENGTH,

INCHES (mm)

16 to 32-inches w.c. (40 to 80 mbar)

24 to 84-inches w.c. (60 to 210 mbar)
2.3 to 5.8 psig (160 to 400 mbar)

FA142662T12
FA142663T12
FA142664T12

Red
White
Blue

0.05 (1,2)
0.06 (1,5)
0.08 (2,0)

1.3 (32)
1.3 (32)
1.3 (32)

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TYPE S108K OPERATIONAL SCHEMATIC

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ATMOSPHERIC PRESSURE
INLET PRESSURE
OUTLET PRESSURE

TYPE S109K OPERATIONAL SCHEMATIC

Figure 2. Types S108K and S109K Regulator Operational Schematics

Principle of Operation
Main Valve Operation
Refer to figure 2. When downstream demand decreases, the pressure under the diaphragm increases.
This pressure overcomes the regulator setting (which
is set by a spring). Through the action of the pusher
post assembly, the valve disk moves closer to the
orifice and reduces gas flow. If demand downstream
increases, pressure under the diaphragm decreases.
Spring force pushes the pusher post assembly downward and the valve disk moves away from the orifice.
Type S109K regulators include a token internal relief
valve for relief of thermal expansion. The token relief
valve opens to vent minor overpressure caused by
thermal expansion.

Slam-Shut Operation
The shutoff disk of the slam-shut device is held in the
open position by a small ball holding the disk stem. If
the pressure below the diaphragm increases reaching
the slam-shut setpoint, the diaphragm will travel
upwards that in turn releases the ball.

Once the ball is released, the spring force on the stem

will push the stem and disk to the closed position
against the seat, shutting off the downstream gas flow.
When tripped, the slam-shut has to be manually reset.
The manual reset has an internal bypass to equalize
the reset pressure on either side of the shutoff disk.

Installation

Personal injury, equipment damage, or

leakage due to escaping gas or bursting of
pressure-containing parts might result if
these regulators are overpressured or
installed where service conditions could
exceed the limits for which the regulators
were designed, or where conditions exceed
any ratings of the adjacent piping or piping
connections. To avoid such injury or
damage, provide pressure-relieving or
pressure-limiting devices to prevent service
conditions from exceeding those limits.
Additionally, physical damage to a regulator could cause personal injury and

Types S108K and S109K

TO APPLIANCE

VENT
ASSEMBLY
VENT LINE

BASEMENT

ulator outlet to the meteror for the first 18 inches

(457 mm), whichever is closershould have no bends
and should be the same size as the regulator outlet.
Replace the regulator if water gets into the spring case
or the lower casing of the regulator.
Types S108K and S109K regulators have a 3/4 or 1-inch
NPT spring case vent and the slam-shut device has a
1/4-inch NPT vent which are screened to prevent insects
or foreign material from entering. If necessary to vent
escaping gas away, install separate remote vent lines in
the spring case and slam-shut ports.

B2497

Figure 3. Typical Vent Line Installation

property damage due to escaping gas.

To avoid such injury and damage, install
the regulator in a safe location.
A regulator or slam-shut may vent some
gas to the atmosphere in hazardous or
flammable gas service, vented gas might
accumulate and cause personal injury,
death or property damage due to fire or
explosion. Vent a regulator or slam-shut
in hazardous gas service to a remote,
safe location away from air intakes or
any hazardous location. The vent lines
must be protected against condensation
or clogging. The regulator and slam-shut
must have separate vent lines.
Under enclosed conditions or indoors,
escaping gas may accumulate and be an
explosion hazard. In these cases, the
vent should be piped away from the
regulator to the outdoors.
Before installing the regulator, check for damage which
might have occurred in shipment. Also check for dirt or
foreign matter which may have accumulated in the
regulator body or in the pipeline. Apply pipe compound to
the male threads of the pipeline and install the regulator
so that the flow is in the direction of the arrow on the side
of the body. The diaphragm casing assembly can be
rotated to any position relative to the body in 90 increments. Remove the cap screws that hold the body to the
actuator to rotate the diaphragm casing assembly.
Do not install the regulator in a location where there
can be excessive water accumulation, such as directly
beneath a downspout or in an undrained pit.
To obtain the maximum flow capacities or other performance characteristics, the length of pipe from the reg-

You are advised to use new vent piping

because defective threads on the relief
vent piping may interfere with the venting
assembly if the piping obstructs the
movement of the vent flapper.
Vent piping should be as short and direct as possible
with a minimum number of bends and elbows. The
remote vent lines should have the largest practical
diameter. Vent piping on the Type S109K with token
internal relief must be large enough to vent all discharge to atmosphere without excessive backpressure
and resulting excessive pressure in the regulator.
Install weather and insect resistant vent assemblies
on the outside end of the vent pipes, such as Fisher
Type Y602. The same installation precautions apply to
vent assemblies as the integral regulator vents.
A program of regular inspection of the vent opening
should be established to see that it has not become
plugged by foreign material. On some installations,
such as in areas of heavy snowfall, it may be necessary to install the regulator beneath a protective hood.
If other protection is provided from the elements, the
vent should be pointing or sloping down sufficiently to
allow any condensate to drain. Also check the regulator periodically for external or internal corrosion.

Overpressure Protection

Some type of overpressure protection is

needed if actual inlet pressure can exceed
the outlet pressure rating. Overpressuring
any portion of this equipment above the
limits given in the Specifications section
may cause damage to regulator parts,
leaks in the regulator, or personal injury

Types S108K and S109K

due to bursting of pressure-containing
parts or explosion of accumulated gas.
If the regulator is exposed to an overpressure condition, it should be inspected
for any damage that may have occured.
Operation below these limits does not
preclude the possibility of damage from
external sources or debris in the pipeline.
Type S109K regulators provide token internal relief that
limits the outlet pressure buildup over setpoint. This
internal relief for protection against minor overpressure
caused by thermal expansion. Regulators should be
inspected for damage after any overpressure condition.

Startup

downstream pressure while adjustments are being

made. Do not adjust the spring to produce an outlet
pressure setting above the limit stamped on the
closing cap. If the required pressure setting is not
within the range of the spring being used, substitute
with the correct spring. When changing the spring, also
change the range stamped on the closing cap. If the
outlet pressure range is changed, the slam-shut range
must be changed accordingly.

Slam-Shut Adjustment
The slam-shut spring may be adjusted with the regulator in the line. Adjust the shutoff spring (key 3, figure 6)
to its maximum compression. Apply downstream
pressure equal to the desired trip point. Reduce the
trip spring compression until the slam-shut trips.
Note
When selecting a slam-shut spring range,
a minimum differential of 12-inches w.c.
(30 mbar) between the normal operating
pressure and the shutoff pressure is
recommended.

To avoid personal injury or property damage due to explosion or damage to regulator or downstream components during
startup, release downstream pressure to
prevent an overpressure condition on the
diaphragm of the regulator.
In order to avoid an overpressure condition and possible equipment damage,
pressure gauges should always be used to
monitor pressures during startup.

Shutdown

To avoid personal injury or property

damage due to explosion or damage to
regulator or downstream components
during shutdown, release downstream
pressure to prevent an overpressure
condition on the regulator diaphragm.

1. Make sure the downstream shutoff valve is closed.

2. Check to see that all appliances are turned off.
3. The regulator is shipped with the slam-shut device
in the tripped position. To reset the slam-shut, follow
the procedure under Manual Reset in the Slam-Shut
Maintenance section.
4. Slowly open the upstream shutoff valve.
5. Slowly open the downstream shutoff valve
6. Check all connections for leaks.
7. Make final control spring adjustments following the
Outlet Pressure Adjustment procedure.
8. Light the appliance pilots.

Installation arrangements may vary, but in any installation it is important that the valves be opened or closed
slowly. The steps below apply to the typical installation.

Outlet Pressure Adjustment

Maintenance

To increase the outlet pressure setting of the regulator, the adjusting screw (key 3, figures 4 and 5) must
be turned clockwise. To reduce the outlet pressure
setting, turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise. A
pressure gauge should always be used to monitor

1.
2.
3.
4.

Slowly close the downstream shutoff valve.

Slowly close the upstream shutoff valve.
Open vent valves downstream of the regulator.
Open vent valves upstream of the regulator.

Avoid personal injury or damage to

property from sudden release of pres-

Types S108K and S109K

sure or uncontrolled gas or other process fluid. Before starting maintenance,
isolate the regulator from all pressure
and cautiously release trapped pressure
from the regulator. Use gauges to
monitor inlet and outlet pressures while
releasing these pressures.

Main Valve Maintenance

These procedures are for gaining access to the diaphragm, valve disk, and orifice. Release all pressure
from the diaphragm casing before performing the
following steps. While using the following procedures,
refer to figures 4 and 5 for key number locations.

Diaphragm Replacement
1. Remove the closing cap (key 4) and adjusting
screw (key 3).
2. Remove the spring case cap screws (key 14) out
of the spring case (key 1), and remove the spring case
and control spring (key 2).
3. Lift the diaphragm assembly (key 7) slightly, and
slide it away from the lever (key 10a), so that the
pusher post (key 8) releases the lever.
4. On the Type S108K, remove the screw (key 12,
figure 4). On the Type S109K, remove the relief valve
spring retainer (key 24, figure 5), then remove the relief
valve spring (key 25, figure 5).
5. Remove and inspect the diaphragm assembly
(key 7), replace if necessary.
6. Reassemble in the reverse order of the above
steps. Before attaching the screw (key 12, figure 4) on
the Type S108K or relief valve spring retainer (key 24,
figure 5) on the Type S109K to the pusher post (key 8)
to secure the new diaphragm assembly, place the
loosely assembled diaphragm into position in the lower
casing (key 9), being sure the pusher post is properly
hooked on the lever (key 10a). Rotate the diaphragm so
that the diaphragm and lower casing holes align. Tighten
the screw (key 12, figure 4) or install the relief valve
spring retainer (key 24, figure 5) and then reassemble.
Tighten the spring case cap screws (key 14) using 15
to 25 inch-pounds (1,7 to 2,8 Nm) of torque.

Valve Disk and Orifice Replacement

1. Remove the cap screws (key 18) which hold the
lower casing to the body (key 21).

2. The regulator can be removed from the body,

exposing the disk (key 16) and the orifice (key 20).
3. Examine the disk. If it is nicked, cut, or otherwise
damaged, the disk (key 16) should be removed from the
valve stem (key 10b) and replaced with a new part.
4. Examine the seating edge of the orifice (key 20). If
it is nicked or rough, it should be unscrewed from the
body with a thin wall 7/8-inch socket wrench and
replaced with a new orifice to provide proper shutoff.
Treat the male threads of the new orifice with lubricant
before reassembling and install using 35 to 45 footpounds (48 to 61 Nm) of torque.
5. Reassemble in reverse order of the above steps.
Tighten the cap screws (key 18) using 75 to 100 inchpounds (8,5 to 11,3 Nm) of torque.

Slam-Shut Maintenance
The slam-shut device (figure 6) is designed to be
removed as a unit from the regulator body and replaced as a complete unit. The trip pressure spring
may be adjusted or the spring can be replaced without
removing the slam-shut from the main body. All
pressure must be released from the device before the
following steps can be performed.
The replacement parts in the slam-shut device are the
upper and lower O-rings (keys 4 and 5) and the shutoff
spring (key 3). Check the O-rings for nicks, cracks, etc.
every time the slam-shut device is removed from the
main valve body. Replace the O-rings as necessary.

Manual Reset
Each time the slam-shut device is tripped, it must be
manually reset. Before resetting the slam-shut, find
and correct the reason for the overpressure condition.
Follow the steps below to reset the slam-shut device:
1. Slowly unscrew the reset knob. The internal bypass
allows the pressure inside the slam-shut and the
regulator to equalize while the knob is being unscrewed.
2. Pull out the reset knob out until it stops.
3. Push the reset knob back into the slam-shut.
4. Tighten the knob.

Parts Ordering
The type number, orifice size, spring range, date of
manufacture and, and the slam-shut trip point are
stamped on the closing cap. Provide this information in
any correspondence with your Fisher Sale Office or
Sales Representative.

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Figure 4. Type S108K Main Valve Assembly

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Figure 5. Type S109K Main Valve Assembly

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Parts List
Main Valve (figures 4 and 5)
Key

Description

Spring case assembly

S108K with 3/4-inch vent
S108K with 1-inch vent
S109K with 3/4-inch vent
S109K with 1-inch vent
Control spring, Zinc-plated steel
3.5 to 5.5-inches w.c. (8,5 to 13,5 mbar)
5.5 to 8.5-inches w.c. (13,8 to 21,3 mbar)
8 to 15-inches w.c. (20 to 38 mbar)
14 to 28-inches w.c. (35 to 70 mbar)
1.5 to 2.5 psig (103 to 172 mbar)

4
6

7*
8

Adjusting screw, Delrin(1)

For all springs except T1020027222
For spring T1020027222
Closing cap
Lower spring seat
Type S108K
Type S109K

Part Number

T80449T0032
T80449T0042
T80449T0012
T80449T0022
1E983927212
1E984027062
1E985127212
1K645127052
T1020027222

T10610X0012
1E982344012
T20118X0012
A7267

1E983325062
T14093T0012

Diaphragm assembly, Nitrile/plated steel

Pusher post
Type S108K, Aluminum
Type S109K, Delrin
Lower casing, Aluminum

2E981608012
T40378T0012
T21061T0012

10a
10b
11
12

Lever, Plated steel

Stem, Aluminum
Pin, Stainless steel
Screw, Steel (Type S108K only)

T13729T0012
T13730T0012
1E983735032
1E985428982

14
16*
18
19

Screw, Steel (8 required)

Disk
Cap screw, Steel (2 required) (not shown)
Gasket, Neoprene

T13526T0012
T13731T0012
1E985528992
T1019906992

20

Orifice, Aluminum
3/16-inch (4,8 mm)
1/4-inch (6,4 mm)
5/16-inch (7,9 mm)
7/16-inch (11,1 mm)

1F276309012
T13507T0012
1E9862X0012
0L083209012

Body, Ductile iron

3/4-inch
3/4 x 1-inch
1-inch
Vent screen, Stainless steel

T21047T0012
T21048T0012
T21049T0012
T1121389982

21

22

RESET KNOB

T20970T0012

Figure 6. Slam-Shut Device Assembly

Key

Description

24

Relief valve spring retainer, Steel

(Type S109K only)
Relief valve spring, (Type S109K only)
Stem guide, white
Flow arrow (not shown)
Drive screw (not shown)

25
74
87
88

Part Number
T13039T0012
T13785T0012
T80344T0012
1V105938982
1A368228982

Slam-Shut Device (figure 6)

Key

Description

1
2
3

Slam-shut module
Hex cap screw (2 required)
Shutoff spring
20 to 32-inches w.c. (50 to 80 mbar)
24 to 84-inches w.c. (60 to 210 mbar)
2.3 to 5.8 psig (160 to 400 mbar)
Upper O-ring
Lower O-ring

4*
5*

Part Number
FA196258T12
1E985528992
FA142662T12
FA142663T12
FA142664T12
10A3802X012
11A8741X052

* Recommended Spare Part

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