Flomatic FCEL Operating Manual

FCEL Electric Actuator Operating Manual
When the actuator is operated for the 1
correct rotation of the motor. Otherwise serious damage may occur.
1) Place Valve position at 45 degrees by turning the handwheel , energize
the actuator to open or close and check proper valve rotation direction.
2) If Rotation direction is reverse, stop immediately and recheck wiring.
1) General
All Flomatic Electric Actuators are thoroughly tested and checked before shipment . If
installation will not occur immediately, actuator should be kept in a dry place. Please
DO NOT remove plugs from conduit entries until ready for wiring.
2) Operation
2.1) Auto/Manual Operation
Auto/ Manual Shift operation as follows:
1) Manual Override: Caution: Before engaging manual override power must be
off. Push or Pull the hand/auto declutching lever to engage clutch. (Handwheel
may have to be "jockeyed" slightly.) After engaging clutch, turn handwheel
either to "Open" or "Closed".
2) Auto Operation by Motor: Once wiring is complete actuator is ready for
operation and will instantly operate once electric power is energized. If in
manual mode when electric power is re-energized, actuator will automatically
declutch and operate.
2.2) Valve Position Indication-
Actuator Top mounted Visual position indication shows "OPEN" and "CLOSED"
valve position.
3) Wiring Connections
3.1) Top Housing Cover Removal
Remove the 4 Socket head Housing Capscrews with a hex key wrench. Lift
housing cover from actuator base. Look for wiring diagram in plastic envelope.
Caution!! Read Before Operation!!
st
time it is important to check the