Safety Instructions These safety instructions are intended to prevent hazardous situations and/or equipment damage. These instructions indicate the level of potential hazard with the labels of “Caution,” “Warning” or “Danger.” They are all important notes for safety and must be followed in addition to International Standards (ISO/IEC) , and other safety regulations.
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Safety Instructions Caution 1. The product is provided for use in manufacturing industries. The product herein described is basically provided for peaceful use in manufacturing industries. If considering using the product in other industries, consult SMC beforehand and exchange specifications or a contract if necessary. If anything is unclear, contact your nearest sales branch.
VT325 Series 3 Port Solenoid Valve Precautions 1 Be sure to read this before handling products. 10. Extended periods of continuous energization Design/Selection Caution for high temperature ∗ The surface temperature of the valve may increase. 1. Confirm the specifications.
VT325 Series 3 Port Solenoid Valve Precautions 2 Be sure to read this before handling products. 2. Winding of sealant tape Design/Selection When screwing piping or fittings into ports, ensure that chips 3. Surge voltage suppressor from the pipe threads or sealing material do not enter the piping.
VT325 Series 3 Port Solenoid Valve Precautions 3 Be sure to read this before handling products. 3. Take measures to ensure air quality, such as Lubrication by installing an aftercooler, air dryer, or water separator. 1. Lubrication Compressed air that contains a large amount of drainage can...
VT325 Series 3 Port Solenoid Valve Precautions 4 Be sure to read this before handling products. Maintenance Perform maintenance inspection according to the procedures indicated in the operation manual. If handled improperly, human injury and/or malfunction or damage of machinery and equipment may occur.
VT325 Series Specific Product Precautions (1) Be sure to read this before handling the products. How to Use DIN Terminal 1. Disassembly 1) After loosening the screw (1), then if the housing (4) is pulled in Exploded view the direction of the screw (1), the connector will be removed from the body of equipment (solenoid, etc.).
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VT325 Series Specific Product Precautions (2) Be sure to read this before handling the products. Breathing hole 2. With surge voltage suppressor, with indicator light 1. The bottom of the solenoid valve has a breather hole for the main valve. Take proper measures to prevent this hole from being blocked as this will lead to a malfunction.
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VT325 Series Specific Product Precautions (3) Be sure to read this before handling the products. Mounting When mounting valves on the manifold base, the mounting orientation is decided. If it is mounted in the wrong direction, connected equipment may malfunction.
Troubleshooting Perform troubleshooting with higher possibility based on the failure phenomenon. Failure phenomenon Possible causes Countermeasures (Refer to the next page) The valve does not perform Operation failure Incorrect wiring the switching operation. Fuse blown out and/or lead wire broken Incorrect contact at the contact and connection Broken wire in the coil Foreign matter caught in the spool valve...
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Countermeasures Countermeasures Connect wires correctly. Replace the part or valve. Replace the parts or connect wires correctly. Replace the valve. ・If incorrect oil has been used for lubrication, remove the oil with air blow, and replace the valve with a new one.
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