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Work(s) may not be used, sold, licensed, transferred, copied or reproduced in whole or in part or in any manner or form other than as expressly granted here without the prior written consent of Spirax-Sarco Limited. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
IEC 60079-1:2014. For information on the dimensions of the flameproof joints contact the manufacturer. Fasteners with a minimum property class of 10.12, A2-70 or A2-80 must be used for the closing of the flameproof enclosure. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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(double block and bleed) and the locking or labelling of closed valves. Do not assume that the system has depressurised even when the pressure gauge indicates zero. 1.10 Temperature Allow time for temperature to normalise after isolation to avoid the danger of burns. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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Customers and stockists are reminded that under EC Health, Safety and Environment Law, when returning products to Spirax Sarco they must provide information on any hazards and the precautions to be taken due to contamination residues or mechanical damage which may present a health, safety or environmental risk.
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Date of purchase Original order number iii. Serial number Please return all items to your local Spirax Sarco branch. Please ensure all items are suitably packed for transit (preferably in the original cartons). SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
In both cases though, the mechanical position indication (12) must be installed. 2.4 Principle of operation The SP7-20, SP7-21, SP7-22 is an electronically configurable positioner with communication capabilities designed for mounting on pneumatic linear or rotary actuators. Fully automatic determination of the control parameters and adaptation to the positioner allow for considerable time savings as well as optimum control behavior.
3. Installation 3.1 Mechanical mounting Fig. 2 Arrow (1) on the device feedback shaft (position feedback) point must move between the arrow marks (2) SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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The usable span is 90°, which must be entirely within the measuring range, but does not necessarily need to run symmetrically to the longitudinal axis. Note: During installation make sure that the actuator travel or rotation angle for position feedback is implemented correctly. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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20 to 100 mm [0.79 to 3.94"]) Washers Screws U-Bolts Washers Nuts 10 Screws 11 Spring washers 12 Clamp plates 13 Follower guide Note: Items 7, 8 and 9 to be ordered seperately Fig. 4 SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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3.1.4 Mounting lever and bracket on the positioner Fig. 6 Attach the lever (6) to the feedback shaft (5) of the positioner (can only be mounted in one position due to the cut shape of the feedback shaft). SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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(item 4 Fig. 7) then tighten mounting bolt (item 4 Fig. 10) (lever moves between the arrow marks Item 4 Fig. 9). 3.1.5 Mounting on a cast iron yoke Fig. 7 Attach the mount bracket (2) with screw (4) and washer (3) to the cast iron yoke (1) SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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Adjust the height of the positioner on the cast iron yoke or columnar yoke until the lever is horizontal (based on a visual check) at half stroke of the valve. Items 1, 4 and 5 to be ordered separately SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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Select the chosen bolt position in the HMI menu in order to ensure optimum linearisation. The default setting is actuator bolt on lever SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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3.1.9 Actuator bolts on the lever (Rear view) Potentiometer lever Actuator bolts Valve stem Valve yoke Positioner Fig. 10 3.1.10 Actuator bolts on the Valve (Rear view) Potentiometer lever Actuator bolts Valve stem Valve yoke Positioner M11032 Fig. 11 SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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Four M6 screws each (4), spring washers (3) and washers (2) to fasten the attachment bracket (6) to the positioner Four M5 screws (7), Spring washers (8) and washers (9) to fasten the attachment bracket to the actuator Required tools: Wrench, size 8/10 Allen key, size 3 SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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Place the adapter in the proper position on the feedback shaft and fasten with threaded pins (2). One of the threaded pins must be locked in place on the flat side of the feedback shaft. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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3.1.13 Screwing the attachment bracket onto the positioner (1) Attachment bracket Fig. 14 3.1.14 Screwing the positioner onto the actuator Fig. 15 SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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Digital feedback Limit 1 with microswitch (optional) 51/52/53 Digital feedback Limit 2 with microswitch (optional) Note : The SP7-20, SP7-21, SP7-22 can be fitted either with proximity switches or microswitches as limit switches. It is not possible to combine both variants. SP7-20 Smart Positioner...
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0 to 5 Vdc Hold previous position Input ‘logical 1’ 11 to 30 Vdc block local configuration Input Current Maximum 4 mA block local configuration and operation block any access (local or via PC) SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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Note: The module for analog feedback and the module for digital feedback have separate slots and can be used together. 3.2.10 Assembly kits for limit monitor Two proximity switches or micro-switches for independent signaling of the actuator position, switching points are adjustable between 0 to 100% SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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+41/−42, +51/−52 Supply voltage maximum 24 V AC/DC Load rating Maximum 2 A Contact surface 10 µm Gold (AU) 3.2.13 Mechanical position indicator Indicator disk in enclosure cover linked with device feedback shaft. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
The connecting terminals are delivered closed and must be unscrewed before inserting the wire. Strip the wires to approximately 6 mm (0.24"). Connect the wires to the connecting terminals in line with the connection diagram. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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(AWG26 to AWG18) Flexible with wire end sleeve no plastic sleeve 0.25 to 0.5 mm (AWG23 to AWG22) Flexible with wire end sleeve with plastic sleeve 0.25 to 0.5 mm (AWG23 to AWG22) SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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The supply air pressure required to apply the actuating force must be adjusted in line with the output pressure in the actuator. The operating range of the positioner is between 1.4 to 6 bar (20 to 90 psi)***. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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Free of oil, water and dust in accordance with DIN/ISO 8573-1. Pollution and oil content in accordance with Class 3:3:3 Do not exceed the maximum output pressure of the actuator *** Independent of supply pressure SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
Rotary actuators −57 to 57° Minimum angle 25° 4. Perform standard automatic adjustment in accordance with Standard automatic adjustment. Commissioning of the positioner is now complete, and the device is ready for operation. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
Since self-optimisation in operating mode 1.0 is subject to several factors during control operation with adaptation, incorrect adjustments could appear over an extended period. Positioning not active. *** For high-speed mode, press ARROW UP and ARROW DOWN simultaneously. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
Check mechanical mounting in accordance with Mechanical Mounting on page XX and repeat the standard automatic adjustment. * The zero position is determined automatically and saved during standard automatic adjustment, counter- clockwise (CTCLOCKW) for linear actuators and clockwise (CLOCKW) for rotary actuators. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
The following is now shown in the display: 3. Selecting parameter 3.2: Press and hold downMODE, additionally quickly press and release ARROW UP 2×, The following is now shown in the display: Release MODE. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
Attach the housing cover and screw it onto the housing. Tighten the screws so that they are hand-tight. Attach the symbol label to mark the minimum and maximum valve positions on the housing cover. Note: The labels are located on the inside of the housing cover. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
Fasten the lower washer with the special adjustment retainer and rotate the upper washer manually. Connect the microswitch. Attach the housing cover and screw it on to the housing. Tighten the screws so that they are hand-tight. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
The configuration icon indicates that the positioner is at the configuration level. The control operation is inactive. The four operating buttons ENTER, MODE, ARROW UP and ARROW DOWN are pressed individually or in certain combinations according to the function desired. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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On the configuration level the active operating mode is deactivated. The I/P module is in neutral position. The control operation is inactive SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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5.2.1 SP7-20 Parameter description HART Possible Factory Parameter Display Function parameter Unit setting setting P1._ STANDARD P1.0 ACTUATOR Actuator type Actuator type LINEAR, ROTARY LINEAR Automatic P1.1 AUTO_ADJ Autoadjust Function adjustment FULL, Automatic Auto adjust STROKE,CTRL_PAR, ADJ_MODE adjustment FULL P1.2...
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5.2.1 SP7-20 Parameter description HART (continued) Possible Factory Parameter Display Function parameter Unit setting setting P4._ MESSAGES Control time Dead band time P4.0 TIME_OUT OFF, to 200 limit Position Switching point P4.1 POS_SW1 0.0 to 100.0 switch 1 Position Switching point POS_SW2 0.0 to 100.0...
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5.2.1 SP7-20 Parameter description HART (continued) Possible Factory Parameter Display Function parameter Unit setting setting CTRL_PAR P7._ P7.0 KP UP KP value, up KP value (up) 0.1 to 120.0 KP value, P7.1 KP DN KP value (down) 0.1 to 120.0 down P7.2...
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MAX_VR Max. valve Operating 0.0 to 100.0 P6.1 range range, max. ACTUATOR Actuator type Actuator type LINEAR, ROTARY LINEAR P6.2 SPRNG_Y2 Spring action Spring action CLOCKWISE, CTCLOCKWISE P6.3 (Y2) (Y2) CTCLOCKWISE SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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F_FREEZE1, F_ FREEZE2 P11.3 EXIT Return Return to Function operating level *Activation by Spirax Sarco Service only Note: For detailed information on the parameterization of the device, consult the associated configuration and parameterization instructions. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
6. Troubleshooting 6.1 SP7-20 Error codes Error code Possible cause Impact Troubleshooting ERROR 10 The supply voltage was Check the power interrupted for at least source and the wiring. 20 ms. (This error is displayed after resetting the device to indicate the reason for the reset.)
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6.1 SP7-20 Error codes (continued) Error code Possible cause Impact Troubleshooting ERROR 21 Error while processing the The actuator is moved to the If the error persists even after measured values, pointing to an safe position. After approx. the positioner has been reset, error in the working data (RAM).
Check bus address and status communication bit (128) SENS_ERR Position sensor defective Device moves to Return the device for repair safety position MEM_ERR Defective memory chip Device does not Return the device for repair. boot up SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
(only possible via a exceeded. connected PC with suitable software). The specified limit value for Reset the counter ALARM 7 the travel counter has been (only possible via a exceeded. connected PC with suitable software). SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
SPR_ERR Actual spring action is different from the adjusted one. Time-out; parameter could not be determined within two minutes; TIMEOUT Auto-adjust was automatically stopped. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
7. Maintenance Spares available: A spare kit is available for the SP7 smart positioner series. The part number for this filer set is: 3440580. SP7-20 Smart Positioner IM-P706-03 CTLS Issue 1...
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