Biffi Fail SaFe electric actuatorS, model eFS2000v4
InstructIon and operatIng Manual
iNDEX
1. General safety instructions........................... 1
2. machine description ...................................... 3
12. view menu ................................................... 27
1 GENEral safEty iNstructioNs
1.1 Manufacturer
the manufacturer with respect to the
machinery directive 2006/42/ec is Biffi italia,
as specified on the machinery label.
1.2 Device intended use
the devices to which this instruction and
operating manual applies are the eFS2000v4
Fail Safe electric actuators, which are designed
to operate any kind of quarter-turn industrial
valves for use in emergency Shut down (eSd)
applications in heavy industrial, chemical,
petrochemical, food, water and power
generating plants.
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Biffi italia will not be liable for any possible
damage or physical injury resulting from use
in other than the designated application or
by lack of care during installation, operation,
adjustment and maintenance of the machinery.
Such risks lie entirely with the user.
depending on the specific working conditions,
additional precautions may be required.
the eFS2000v4 is produced by Biffi italia and
identified on the proper label by the product
designation: eFS xxx/yyyy-zz
WarNiNG!
It is assumed that the installation, configuration,
commissioning, maintenance and repair works
are carried out by qualified personnel and
checked by responsible specialists.
iMportaNt
This manual gives basic information for
EFS2000v4 configuration; more detailed
information for configuration and control of the
electric actuator part ICON2000 are included
on the VCIOM-01232 which form part of the
mandatory instructions documentation.
the eFS2000v4 is designed in accordance
with the applicable international rules and
specifications but in any case the following
regulation must be observed:
• the general installation and safety
regulations.
• the plant specific regulations and
requirements.
• the proper use of personal protective devices
(glasses, clothing, gloves).
• the proper use of tools, lifting and transport
equipment.
1.3 terms and conditions
the manufacturer guarantees each single
product to be free from defects and to
conform with current goods specifications and
regulations as applicable. the warranty period
is 12 months from the date of installation by
the first user or 18 months from the date of
shipment to the first user, whichever occurs
first. No warranty is given for products, which
have been subject to damages or corrosion due
to the improper storage, improper installation,
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misuse, or which have been modified or
repaired by unauthorized personnel.
repair work due to improper use will be
charged at standard rates.
1.4 Manufacturer's liability
the manufacturer declines all liability in the
event of:
• use of the device in contravention of local
safety at work legislation.
• incorrect installation, disregard or incorrect
application of the instructions provided on the
product nameplate and in this instruction and
operating manual.
• modification of the product without the
manufacturer's authorization.
• Work done on the product by unqualified or
unsuitable personnel.
reference code: maN_681
VcioM-02511-EN 17/12
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