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BIFFI GILS Use And Maintenance Manual

Spring return direct gas linear actuator
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GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator
Use and maintenance manual
SPRING RETURN DIRECT
GAS LINEAR ACTUATOR
Use and maintenance manual
Updated applicable
regulation (chapter 1.1.1)
Document release
Description
© Copyright by BIFFI Italia. All right reserved.
Contents may change without notice
GILS
MAN 726
Ermanni
Ermanni
Prepared
Orefici
Vigliano
Orefici
Vigliano
Checked
Approved
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  • Page 1 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual GILS SPRING RETURN DIRECT GAS LINEAR ACTUATOR MAN 726 Use and maintenance manual Updated applicable Ermanni Orefici Vigliano 18/04/16 regulation (chapter 1.1.1) Ermanni Orefici Vigliano 09/11/15 Document release Rev.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 General warnings ..............4 1.1 GENERALITIES ................4 1.1.1 Applicable regulation ............... 4 1.1.2 Terms and conditions .............. 4 1.2 Identification plate ............... 5 1.3 INTRODUCING THE ACTUATOR ..........
  • Page 3 The information contained is of exclusive reserved ownership of BIFFI Italia S.r.l and may be modified without prior notice. All rights reserved. © Copyright by BIFFI Italia. All right reserved.

  • Page 4: General Warnings

    (until 19 April 2016) 2014/34/EU from 20 April 2016 1.1.2 Terms and conditions Biffi Italia srl guarantees that all the items produced are free of defects in workmanship and manufacturing materials and meet relevant current specifications, provided they are installed, used and serviced according to the instructions contained in the present manual.

  • Page 5: Identification Plate

    The warranty and Biffi Italia srl liability shall lapse in the event that any modification or tampering whatsoever be performed on the actuator.
  • Page 6 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual The actuator pedestal has a flange with threaded holes to fix the actuator to the valve. BIFFI can supply different types of control system following Customer’s requirements. The expected lifetime of actuator is approximately 25 years .

  • Page 7: Data Sheet

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual GILS Spring return linear actuator DATA SHEET Supply fluid Air, nitrogen or sweet gas Standard: from –30°C to +100°C Operating temperature Optional: from –60° to +140°C Supply pressure...

  • Page 8: Actuator Handling

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual ACTUATOR HANDLING The lifting and handling should be made by qualified staff and in compliance with the laws and provisions in force. The Lifting points are appropriate for the lifting of the actuator alone and not for the valve + actuator assembly.

  • Page 9: Storage

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual 2.3 STORAGE If the actuator needs storage, before installation follow these steps: Place it on a wood surface in order not to deteriorate the area of ❑ valve coupling.

  • Page 10: Assembly Procedure

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual The adapter pedestal in fabricated carbon steel is specifically designed for adaptation to any type of valve with provision for local indicator, limit switches and other accessories (on request).
  • Page 11 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual 1) Check that the coupling dimensions of the valve flange and stem, or of the relevant extension, meet the actuator coupling dimensions (valve stem and flange). Lubricate the valve stem with grease in order to make the assembly easier.
  • Page 12 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual B) To assemble the actuator onto the valve by bracket with shell joint, perform the following operations: 1) -Check that the coupling dimensions of the valve flange and stem, or of the relevant extension, meet the actuator coupling dimensions (valve stem and flange).

  • Page 13: Pneumatic Connections

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual 6) -Screw the valve stem joint (item 7) on valve stem up to reach the proper position which allow the reassembly of the two halves of shell joint (item 8), tighten the joint fastening screws (item 4).

  • Page 14: Electrical Connections (If Any)

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Properly de-burr the ends of rigid pipes ❑ Properly clean the interior of pipes sending through them plenty of ❑ the supply fluid used in the system. Mould and fasten the connection pipes so that no irregular strains at ❑...

  • Page 15: Commissioning

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Picture 2 – Junction box on Control group COMMISSIONING Installation, commissioning and maintenance and repair works should be made by qualified staff. Upon actuator commissioning please carry out the following checks: Check that paint is not be damaged during transport, if necessary ❑...

  • Page 16: Operation And Use

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual 3 Operation and use OPERATION DESCRIPTION In the normal operating situation, the direct gas actuator is fed by pressurised gas which flows into pneumatic cylinder. The cylinder piston stroke causes the actuator operation and the consequent linear valve movement to the operational position requested (for example to the “open”...
  • Page 17 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Picture 5 – GILS – Typical operating diagram © Copyright by BIFFI Italia. All right reserved. Pag. 17 Contents may change without notice...
  • Page 18 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Local pneumatic operation Use the proper safety measures to protect from any pressurised gas not piped and from excessive and harmful noise. Press and lock the manual control lever of solenoid valve 704P in ❑...

  • Page 19: Calibration Of The Linear Stroke

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual CALIBRATION OF THE LINEAR STROKE It is important that the mechanical stops of the actuator (and not those of the valve) stop the linear stroke at both extreme valve position (fully open and fully closed), except when this is required by the valve operation).
  • Page 20 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Remove with the specific wrench (c1) the plug (t). ❑ Insert a wrench for Allen keys (c2) in the through hole until ❑ reaching the adjustment pin (g).

  • Page 21: Calibration Of Microswitches (Applicable For Biffi Limit Switch Box* Only)

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual CALIBRATION MICROSWITCHES (APPLICABLE FOR BIFFI LIMIT SWITCH BOX* ONLY) *If different micro-switches assembly or limit switch box is supplied, please refer to the specific documentation supplied. Operate only the micro-switch corresponding to the direction of operation being carried out, as clearly reported on the micro-switch.
  • Page 22 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual If the index (Picture 11), does not signal the proper position of the valve but is turned by 90°: Remove the roll pin placed on the position indicator (index).

  • Page 23: Calibration Of The Operation Time

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual 3.6 CALIBRATION OF THE OPERATION TIME The calibration of the operation time is made by Biffi Italia S.r.L according to customer requirements and to technical data-sheet included in technical documentation. If necessary it’s possible to...

  • Page 24: Operational Tests And Inspections

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual 4 Operational tests and inspections Important: To ensure the guaranteed SIL grade, according to IEC 61508, the functionality of actuator must be checked with regular intervals of time, as described in the Safety Manual ©...

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    Installation, commissioning and maintenance and repair works should be carried out by qualified staff. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE GILS actuators are designed to operate long-term in heavy-duty operating conditions, without maintenance needs. Periodicity regularity...
  • Page 26 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Picture 13 – Level measuring stick 5.1.1 Check and restore oil level in the hydraulic manual handpump ( refer to chapt. 7.2 table 5 ) Operate the distributor lever to “ manual control” operation.
  • Page 27 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Table 2: features of hydraulic oil suggested by BIFFI Italia S.r.l For refill use oil of the same brand as the one in the tanks. Standard temperature conditions (-30°C/+85°):...
  • Page 28 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Low temperature conditions (down to -60°C): Manufactured SYNTESIS Name SYNTRASS-CS Viscosity at -60° C 580 cST Viscosity at -30° C 39cST Viscosity at 20° C 5,8 cST Viscosity at 50° C...
  • Page 29 In case of high load and high frequency of operation it may be necessary to periodically restore lubrication: it is advisable to apply a generous coating of grease on the contact surfaces of moving parts. The following grease is used by BIFFI for standard working temperature and suggested for re-lubrication: AGIP MU/EP/2...

  • Page 30: Extraordinary Maintenance

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual EXTRAORDINARY MAINTENANCE If there are leakages to double cylinder, or a malfunction in the mechanical components, or in case of scheduled preventive maintenance, the actuator must be disassembled and seals must be...
  • Page 31 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual restore the setting of the actuator mechanical stop, once the maintenance procedures have been completed. 4) Loosen the stop screw (14) until it is removed from the end flange...

  • Page 32: Dismantling And Demolition

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Carry out a few operations (Sect. 3.3) to check there are no leakages from the gaskets. 5.3 DISMANTLING AND DEMOLITION Before disassembling the actuator it is necessary to...

  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual 6 Troubleshooting FAILURE OR BREAKDOWN RESEARCH Event Possible cause Remedy Actuator does not Lack of power supply Restore it work Lack of pneumatic Open line interception supply valve...

  • Page 34: Layouts

    Use and maintenance manual 7 Layouts SPARE PARTS ORDER For spare parts order to the relevant BIFFI office please make reference to BIFFI order confirmation concerning all the supply, and serial number of the actuator (Sect. 1.2) for any specific spare part for a specific actuator model.

  • Page 35: Parts-List For Maintenance And Replacing Procedure

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual 7.2 PARTS-LIST FOR MAINTENANCE AND REPLACING PROCEDURE Table 1 A : Double-chamber cylinder – pag.1 of 2 © Copyright by BIFFI Italia. All right reserved. Pag. 35 Contents may change without notice...
  • Page 36 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Table 1 A : Double-chamber cylinder – pag. 2 of 2 © Copyright by BIFFI Italia. All right reserved. Pag. 36 Contents may change without notice...
  • Page 37 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Table 2 B : Emergency manual hand-pump – pag . 1 of 3 © Copyright by BIFFI Italia. All right reserved. Pag. 37 Contents may change without notice...
  • Page 38 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Table 2 B : MHP - pag. 2 of 3 © Copyright by BIFFI Italia. All right reserved. Pag. 38 Contents may change without notice...
  • Page 39 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Table 2 B : MHP - pag. 3 of 3 Table 6: Jackscrew manual override MSJ © Copyright by BIFFI Italia. All right reserved. Pag. 39 Contents may change without notice...
  • Page 40 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Table 3 C : Pedestal with coupling joint © Copyright by BIFFI Italia. All right reserved. Pag. 40 Contents may change without notice...
  • Page 41 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Table 4 D : Mounting kit for limit switch-box © Copyright by BIFFI Italia. All right reserved. Pag. 41 Contents may change without notice...
  • Page 42 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Table 6 F : Pneumatic control group © Copyright by BIFFI Italia. All right reserved. Pag. 42 Contents may change without notice...
  • Page 43 GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual Table 7 G : Spring Cartridge © Copyright by BIFFI Italia. All right reserved. Pag. 43 Contents may change without notice...

  • Page 44: Date Report For Maintenance Operations

    GILS – Spring return direct gas linear actuator Use and maintenance manual 8 Date report for maintenance operations Last maintenance operation date : ( in factory, on delivery ): ….. ……… exec. by : ………… ……… exec. by : …………...

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