Table Of Contents - Flowserve Valtek VL-C User Instructions

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Valtek VL-C Spring Cylinder Linear Actuators FCD VLAIM054-01 - 06/13
Valtek VL-C Spring Cylinder
Linear Actuator
The VL-C series double-acting actuator provides precise control and
reliable performance. With decades of experience and reliability, VL-C
actuators have been known to be in service for over 30 years. Providing
maximum thrust from a compact package, the VL-C cylinder has set
the industry standard for two generations.
Periodic maintenance is easy to perform. VL-C spring cylinder actua-
tors uses standard O-rings for both static and dynamic seals, the VL-C
cylinder actuator soft goods are lower cost and easier to find. Carbon
steel is the predominant material offering for this actuator.
Contents
General Information
Unpacking
Installation
Table I: Overhead Clearance for Maintenance
Maintenance
Disassembly and Reassembly
Disassembling the Actuator
Figure 1: Air-to-retract Cylinder Actuator
Figure 2: Air-to-extend Cylinder Actuator
Figure 3: Dual-spring Cylinder Actuator
Reassembling the Actuator
Table II: Tie Rod Torque Values
Reversing the Air-action
Figure 4: Exploded View, Spring Cylinder Actuator
Troubleshooting
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